Capturing Dreamscape Ocean Photos with a ND Filter in Pacific Grove California

What is a neutral density (ND) filter and why am I so excited to finally own one?? Well, it is a piece of glass that screws onto the front of a camera lens that is like a very, very dark pair of sunglasses. The ND filter greatly restricts how much light comes through the lens, onto the camera sensor. Using typical daylight or twilight camera shooting settings, the ND filter would result in just a black rectangle, totally underexposed! However, this then allows the photographer to keep the shutter open for a long time, for a long exposure photo which means, the moving ocean water becomes like cotton candy. Clouds get spread out across the sky. That is how I was able to make these photos you see here, by leaving the shutter open for 30 seconds. Without the ND filter on, the photos would just be white rectangles, totally overexposed. So I call these types of photos not merely landscape photography, but I think more descriptively, dreamscape photography. Then again, I am a daydreamer!

Show off your Pacific Grove pride with a fine art print in your local business or give one as a gift!

These dreamscape ocean photos made right here in Pacific Grove are available as fine art prints in a variety of sizes to fit any wall space and budget. Whether you’re looking to bring a calming coastal vibe into your home, add a striking piece of local art to your Monterey or Pacific Grove business, or find a truly original gift for someone special, these prints are a perfect choice. I also offer licensing options if you’d like to use these images on your website or marketing materials to set your brand apart with unique local photography. From small framed prints to large statement pieces, you’ll find an option that fits both your space and your budget—contact me today and bring a piece of the Pacific Grove coastline into your world!