When we see footage of a mesmerizing wave, we can be quick to sing the praises of the surfer, and with good reason. The athleticism and skill on display is often incredible. But in that adulation, we can sometimes forget the photographer, the workhorse of the wave-riding world, always behind the scenes to put others on display. Without them, our ocean visuals and the influence that comes from them would be a lot less profound.
Have you ever thought about taking up surf photography, or just wanted to shoot good images of your friends? It seems fun, but between selecting the right equipment and the knowledge of both surfing and photography necessary to pull it off, getting started can be a daunting process and you may be in need of some guidance. Tom Woods has been a professional surf photographer for more than 17 years, shooting all over the globe and at many famous breaks. Now he wants to share that knowledge to help you achieve your dreams: whether that entails professional surf photographer or simply taking better photos.
In this free Surf and Water Photography Workshop, Tom walks you through some tips and theories to overcoming a few of the biggest challenges involved in taking your camera into the water and getting good shots while doing so. It covers the top five questions Tom gets with water photography such as what settings to use, how to get sharp images when shooting from the water, how to keep your lens port water-drop free, and much more.
Check out Tom’s workshop here. If you find the content helpful and want more, consider signing up for the full course, available here.
