[ Stillnotes ] 05 — Cannon Beach
04 » Cannon Beach
Some brand new work for you this week. I had the chance to explore Cannon Beach with my parents and spent a morning on the beach with my dad. We woke up for a sunrise that didn't happen, but the marine layer made for an ethereal morning. I really liked this minimal scene with this washed up log during low tide. With the seaweed and other life stuck to it on the left and stripped away towards the right. The soft colors of the scene and contrast the dark log creates. I really like this minimal, simple style of photography.
I'm not used to shooting in misty conditions so as I prepare for my move up to Washington for the next few months I'm looking forward to exploring what I'm drawn to in these conditions.
Currently battling COVID, so keeping it short and sweet this week. See you next week!
Alex Eaton
Writer, photographer
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