Photographing Seascapes // The Gear, The techniques, the Apps

[@oneandonlyjaybee]

1:40 it's absolutely going off down Nicks local!

[@Cultt45]

Pro safety tip: The wave interval is very important to take into account. Generally, the longer the interval, the higher the risk of sneaker waves, (surfers call them "clean up sets" for a reason). These come at seemingly random times and are commonly fatal! If the interval is around 15 seconds or longer, please be very cautious.

[@scottheppel8847]

One of these waves got me when I was photographing penguins on the southwest end of the south island of New Zealand in 2015. I managed to keep the camera and lens from getting soaked, but 2/3’s of my tripod got submerged in sea water, and I was wet up to my shoulders.

[@jamesmoore9511]

Your photographs contain massive amounts of power. Your hints on equipment are quite good. I short, I thank you for putting together a very good video.

[@MarktrustingJesus]

truth about the tripod. I waited to clean mine and the spikes were rusted, I could barely unscrew my legs and had to completely take them apart and wash them out and they never have worked right since. Being lazy with ocean cleanup was a big mistake. Great tips and beautiful images as always. love the shutter speed blend on the ocean well image.

[@mcm740]

Thanks incredibly beautiful. As a beginner i wasnt appreciating the darkness of some of my pics. The darkness on yours is better than the light

[@hughp00]

Great video Nick. I know how cold the water is in that area and I have always wondered how you could stand there so long and not freeze to death. Now I know, I will be looking into those socks, great tip. In fact you gave out a lot of good tips in this video. Thank you so much. Stay safe my friend.

[@RustyLightningPhoto]

I’m a surfer and Magic Seaweed is the best.

[@davewarren7693]

We need more Nick. Great and informative video. I am even willing to sit thru the numerous commercials to watch.

[@NickPage]

Thank you for the kind words, how many commercials did you have to sit through? I might have to change my settings

[@davewarren7693]

@@NickPage There were 2 commercials involved. Compared to other videos, you are actually light. For me, because of your style, it is simple. You are easy to watch and convey tons of information in an easy manner. Plus your videos and podcasts are relevant. Additionally, You get it all said in a short period of time.

[@stefancondik]

I admire how nice you edit your sky - especially the blue tones are perfect.

[@davearnold9328]

Hi Nick. Coastal photography in OR/CA/WA is my most favorite, second to storm photography. I love your work and your vids. I'm hoping to return to the coast again this year. On my first day out on the coast at Beach 4, ONP, I fell and broke my shoulder, cutting short my long awaited trip.

[@NickPage]

Ouch!

[@JonathanTrueman]

Absolutely loved the video. Very informative, nicely presented and as for the pictures....... WOW. Thank you

[@brucedelorme5026]

Very simple VLOG, but "WOW", great information Nick as usual. Cant wait to get back home to Washington state and get back on the coast. If you are ever in Germany, coffee is on me.

[@Dreken1963]

Great information/video (and great background music, especially the guitars 😉) And beautiful pictures!

[@PropDusting]

Great tips! Thank you so much! I love your seascapes and storm photos!

[@scottheppel8847]

So useful as I am preparing to head to New Zealand in 2 weeks. Thank you for the advice and for sharing the memorable images. Plan to take the FLM tripod, 100-400, 24-120 and 14-30 Nikon Z lenses.

[@1young-geezer]

You do a masterful job in education. And your photos are testament to your knowledge and aesthetics. And great product tips. Bravo

[@ianhamer4294]

Thanks Nick, for all the nuggets you give. Can't think of any video of yours that have not been helpful. stay safe lad.

[@marktaylor9579]

No one does it better Nick, thank you.

[@allandavies1187]

Hello Nick, probably the best seascapes that I have ever seen. Your captures were awesome! Your skillset of the subject really shows. Wonderful tips! Particularly liked the tip about opening up the lower part of the tripod legs. Another tip that I got from someone else was to fully extend your tripod when home, then hose down the tripod with freshwater working from top to bottom to remove saltwater and sand. As always thank you for sharing...

[@dsfarag]

Nick just blessing us with more knowledge. Thanks man!

[@simonmiles1972]

Awesome video. One of the best advice/tutorial videos on seascape photography on KZbin. And you only have to spend a few minutes browsing Nick's image portfolio to see the affinity he has for this subject. Fantastic. Thanks for sharing.

[@WJMPhotography]

Thanks for the timely video Nick. I'm up here shooting the coast this week as I have the week off after scouring the marine forecast from the NWS last week. An additional tip is that under the "forecast discussion" link on the the National Weather Service page for your chosen location, you'll get to read through the best guesses of what that current weather team is thinking for the next few days out. (Located at the bottom of the forecast page.) For Seascape photography, if you scroll down and look for "marine forecast" you'll know about the potential for a high surf advisory a good two days before it actually comes out as they discuss the size of the expected swell and how steep the seas are expected to be. I think I first started reading about the high surf this week last Wednesday and as a result, was ready to go when they made it official on Saturday. In fact, they were talking about multiple events, and it now looks like we could have high surf all week. 🙂👍 Here's what it says about later this week: "Behind the front Tuesday afternoon, another long period swell train is expected to arrive, moving across the coastal waters Tuesday night with peak seas likely to reach the range of 20 to 23 ft." 23 Feet! I'm there!! 🤟

[@bertrandgerbeaux3504]

Thank you Nick for sharing these tips!

[@DarrenJSpoonley]

This is the definitive guide that anyone needs, I was going to make one but now no need, this wins 2020 for seascape photographers 101...

[@ragnaravery9578]

Heck ya Nick Page. You’re making so home sick for the Oregon coast. Thanks for sharing Nick.

[@stephenschmid492]

Excellent tips, Nick. Thank you!

[@carlosm9323]

Amazing video and skills, spectacular photography.

[@JarredSpec]

YES! Kimwipes are the best. I’m a Lab Tech, been using these suckers at work for nearly 20 years 👍

[@NickPage]

thats awesome, what do yo guys use them for in your work?

[@JarredSpec]

@@NickPage they’re pretty much general use these days. Typically I use them as a non abrasive wipe when cleaning glass or quartz components involved in optics in some of the instruments we use. Microbiologists use them a lot wiping down oil immersion microscope lenses 👍 (I’m more of a chemistry technician, microbiologists are scary people)

[@glennwadlegih1896]

Thanks for sharing your experience and artistry

[@toomuchkit964]

Great advice and even better pictures many thanks

[@theolinol]

Thanks for these tips Nick, super useful video

[@DennisBater]

As always another great video... well done!

[@andybamforth]

Great Stuff, great advice and stunning photography.

[@jambob169]

Great tips, and even greater images. I LOVE that image of the sinkhole. I don't suppose you have a video of that shoot/location?

[@avel0001]

Great video Nick and awesome tips :) Thanks for the awesome video!

[@antonoat]

"You don't want sand in your joints" lol. very true though. PS I think you are mastering this subject, I don't know of anyone who does this genre better !

[@BasBerkhuijsen]

Good and clear expanation Nick. Links to the gear u use arevery helpfull. Thanks. Be Safe and i wish you a good 2021

[@alanmcassey8531]

Great video Nick. Very practical advice on shooting seascapes and gear. Brilliant images. Thanks for sharing.

[@ravimathew4123]

Thank you so much for the vital information.

[@MIX-llaneous]

Thanks for sharing this Nick. Learning a lot from your insights, really helpful. And your seascape photography is absolutely mindblowing I needed to pause the video multiple times just to appreciate those amazing images. Inspirational stuff my friend...😍

[@robertfleckenstein5031]

Wow. Great Video Nick, Thanks.

[@bearaclive]

Woohoo! Super masterclass in seascape photography. Thanks, Nick - some great tips and info. Notes made.

[@92cstevens]

Definitely the best advice I've ever heard/seen on seascape shooting! Thanks so much for imparting this knowledge on all of us! Had never thought of using the spikes on my tripod so I've basically avoided putting it in the water on the beach. Amazing!

[@jvusa]

Valuable Information...Thank you Nick....

[@altrujillo3566]

Thanks for a highly educational video!

[@Hutchyp69]

Definitely one of your best videos Nick, and the images are out of this world. Thanks for the insights 👍

[@tompetersphotography]

Sound advice matey! With some beautiful shots!

[@gregs2466]

Nick, you are a born natural teacher! Every time I watch your videos, I learn so much about the subject. Question, have you ruined any lenses or camera bodies while getting into the sea? Be truthful, LOL! By the way, I watched you teaching Photoshop and you are great. I like Lightroom because it is easier but I am trying to learn about Photoshop since I am paying for the rental so I hate not using it.

[@jordanwheatley602]

Seriously amazing video. Such helpful and clear advice! Thank you Nick!!!

[@Bringisen]

Beautiful pictures 🙏

[@matthiasrichter-foto-7]

Thanks for your advice.

[@dianasanner8141]

Always learn so much! Fantastic

[@surajitadhikary4325]

Excellent tutorial. Learnt a lot.

[@StephanvanVuurenza]

Really great tips. Thank you

[@michaelcohen6177]

Great tips Nick. Thanks

[@cmolina31]

Excellent video, Nick.

[@josephmckay9046]

Just want to say that I am awestruck. The 1 wave at 27 seconds looks angelic. Such a gift you have. I'm looking forward to exploring more as I get back into Photography. ✌

[@markjacksonphotos]

Great tips. Thank you 👍🙂

[@JohnHPettigrewFujishooter67]

Awesome Nick thanks for sharing.

[@ilesmic]

Great info and fantastic images

[@jessbailey1429]

Excellent video Nick!! Very useful information, I took notes. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge.

[@orkust]

3am here in Melbourne, Australia and I set my alarm to watch this! Gotta love it

[@NickPage]

Hardcore

[@toddroy9558]

Excellent advice, thanks

[@FrankCesc_]

Fantastic video. Congratulations

[@odarrien]

You have some of the best seascape images man!

[@NickPage]

I appreciate that

[@gashead2]

Thanks Nick, great info

[@normjames3497]

Wonderful! I just came back from Cape Disappointment and thought of your photographs the entire time I was there. Thanks for the info on the tide swell apps. Great job!

[@danielbastos1885]

Excellent video with a lot of useful information. Thanks Nick!

[@anthonygosling8128]

Excellent tips, advice and images👌👌👍

[@MichaelCantwell]

Thanks Nick. Lots of useful information as usual. For anyone one the fence, the Essential Landscape Photoshop class of Nick's is excellent and well worth every penny. Highly recommended.

[@Stillfilm1]

A really excellent video with such useful tips. Love your coastal images, many thanks Nick.

[@Ezrabastian]

Ah, such a true video! I learn the hard way few weeks ago in Oregon about high tides. I lost an external mic and got soaked waist down! Loved every second of it!!

[@danmckee4988]

Way more than just a nugget in the video NIck! I was on the Oregon coast for 3 weeks this past September, my first time there and came away with maybe 2 keepers, one for sure using your knowledge and experience. Keep up the these type of videos, invaluable!

[@alanatwood7995]

Several good ideas here. I live in the Great Lakes area in Michigan, and the socks alone would be huge. The apps would be of benefit for wind but we dont see much in the way of tidal movements. Some great shots here....I used to live in Portland and these make me miss it out there especially the coast. Great job NC!

[@nicksaunders106]

Stunning seascapes,thank you for sharing!

[@RecluseHolster]

Nick, some of the best Wet Coast images created. From a guy up north a bit in Gig Harbor.

[@599miata]

A very interesting video Nick, and thanks for the good pointers. 👍👍

[@keshkeerthi]

Great information 🙂 ℹ️ Love your channel Nick!

[@RiccardoPareschi]

Thanks Nick, great advices and awesome photos !

[@trevorchinquee5253]

Found this video very useful.

[@SubiTrekker]

Lots of useful tips and a bunch of great photos. Great way to start out the week. But, as I am at least 1,000 miles from any ocean in the US I probably won't be able to use any of the info for awhile. But, there's always next year. Stay safe.

[@martingoff-jones2184]

Just a little late to this video, but absolutely loved it - I need to find some dramatic coastlines near me here in North Devon in the UK now, and then get brave enough to venture in. I believe you’re located in Washington state? My sister and her family live in Vancouver, WA - if ever I’ve needed an excuse to visit them, I’m sure I’ve found one in these coastlines! Thanks for some great nuggets Nick.

[@ronludwigphotography7644]

Took the NRS socks to Diamond Beach Iceland and stood in the water for a couple hours they worked well thanks for the recommendation Nick!

[@johnmontgomery9699]

Nick, your beautiful seascapes inspired me to make my first photography trip out to the WA/OR coast a few weeks ago and it was truly a magical experience. Thanks so much for the inspiration as well as all these practical tips. To me, Nigel Danson seems like a magician with woodlands compositions, but you are the sorcerer of seascapes.

[@NickPage]

That is awesome! thank you so much for the kind words

[@jackleggo9159]

thanks for a great video and great tips..

[@toddboddington]

I absolutely love your seascapes! You capture amazing water flow 👌 Definitely something I will be working on 😎

[@hartsphotography]

Great Tips thank you

[@robertnelson3179]

Thanks Nick. Shutter blending first time hearing that.

[@haroldmee8222]

Thanks Nick,your work is great mate and imformation number 1thankyou.All the best for Xmas and New Year to you and your family from Harry in Cairns,will be good to see the team 4 in the future.👍👍👍👍😊

[@tristan3028]

I just got done shooting at Wizard's Hat in Bandon, definitely should have checked this out first! Lots of good info! Thanks a lot!

[@marcusmurray5440]

Great tutorial, would you be able to do a hands on tutorial on taking photos of seascapes and editing them.

[@NickPage]

at some point I plan on it. I had plans to do that this year.. then 2020 happened

[@colonelangus8247]

Having a spotter is a great idea for people working on the beach. Sneaker waves are a thing, they take the lives of many people every year. If you are taken down by a sneaker don't panic but be aware that more are probably coming, they usually arrive in sets.

[@NickPage]

Agreed Especially for photographer is not used to working around the ocean, and dividing their attention between what they’re doing and the next wave

[@stefmullerphotography927]

Amazing video! Great Photos and helpful tipps! Thanks man

[@toplensphotography]

I like the look of them sock things. Was in Scotland on a Loch and my wellies became a Loch 😬. The things that can happen when making an image. Love lens tissue paper, I just use lenses clothes to help with keeping lens and camera dry.

[@chrisdutton5003]

Fascinating, really informative. Thanks so much for posting this. Your images are fantastic too.

[@colinstalker]

Great advice from one of the best thank you for sharing Nick.

[@paulcomptonpdphotography]

Great advice. We don't get the big sea like you but I will be trying the jamming the tripod in next time haha

[@domhaughton6809]

Really helpful Nick. I live by the sea and 95 percent of my photography is seascape. Some really useful tips ~ especially those rubber socks!

[@JeffZias]

Important, practical nuggets of wisdom, as usual ... thank you Nick!

[@inthewoodswithbigfoot3941]

Great stuff! You have me wanting to take a trip to the coast. Thanks for sharing your perspective!