Sussex

Bluebells

It took three visits to a local woods, but I was determined to come away with a shot I was happy with. The first woods I came across was carpeted in bluebells, but also full of brambles. My second visit was more promising, but the bluebells were patchy. Then the on my final attempt, the surroundings were just right. (I'm sounding a bit like Goldilocks!)

Selsey mono

After chatting with a couple of people on the beach, I learnt that this lifeboat station is being demolished as being replaced by a new onshore facility. Seems a bit of a shame really, so I'm glad I made the effort.

West pier silhouette

I got lucky with the couple silhouetted in the background, it just adds a little bit of extra interest to the scene.

Bluebells II

Taken in portrait orientation, a longer focal length was used to compress the scene.

West pier

I composed the scene to place one of the pillars in front of the sun, and used the foreground shadows as lead in lines.

West Pier

This shot had been on my to do list for some time, and I joined the throng of photographers vying for the best spot.

Iron Heart

Amazing light at the end of the day.

Worthing pier dusk

Using the handrail to lead you in to the image.