Environment
Coastal Photography: Dealing with Salt, Sand, and Spray
Coastal environments produce some of the most dramatic landscape photography — crashing waves, rocky shorelines, sweeping sandy beaches, and constantly changing light. They’re also the harshest environments your camera gear will ever encounter. Salt spray corrodes metal and coats optics. Sand infiltrates every crevice. Waves don’t care about your tripod placement. Shooting effectively at the coast means respecting these hazards while positioning yourself for the best images. Protecting Your Gear The Salt Spray Problem Salt spray is insidious.