Next month I’m going on vacation to see some extended family that lives by the ocean. I don’t live by the ocean, so I don’t have a lot of experience with ocean and beach photography. I’m not sure what our schedule looks like yet or how much time I’ll have to play with my camera, but I’ve been doing some research to think of what types of photographs I may like to focus on if I have the opportunity.

The thing about the ocean is that it is so huge and even on the shore, there are so many things to photograph. There are exciting things like lighthouses, boats, lifeguard stands, umbrellas, seashells, sand critters, clouds, buckets, shovels, sandcastles and more. I think I will have to focus on some sunset shots if the opportunity presents itself for sure. Aside from that, I guess I’ll just have to wait to see when I arrive!

Here are some of the photos I pinned for my ocean inspiration. I hope you enjoy them as much as I do!