WEDDING :: Formal Beach Morning

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Formal Beach Morning by Chip Bunnell Photography

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When we last left our intrepid bride and groom, they had just danced the last dance and headed to their ocean front hideaway for their first night as man and wife. Their honeymoon night would, however, be short as they met me, their humble photographer, at 6AM for some fun photos in the early morning light.

Dana Beach by Chip Bunnell Photography

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The skies to the east were a deep, rich blue and the sun would not rise for another 30 mins. After a couple quick images at the hotel pool, we made our way to the waiting surf. Clouds overhead seemed to perfectly frame them as they looked lovingly into each other’s eyes. Both were incredibly comfortable in front of the camera as they held each other in their arms. We made some beautiful images, but their playful side was impatiently waiting to come out.

Beach Couple Pose by Chip Bunnell Photography

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Like joyful children, they ran and jumped in the surf. A little splashing was naturally required. There is something oddly liberating to see a couple wearing their elegant attire from their wedding day, now playing in the warm summer ocean. And yes, they even brought their faithful rubber duck, of course.

As the sun climbed slowly in the sky, Dana and Rob looked as wonderful as they did the day before. Their wedding magic was still there as they held hands and walked along the beach. We ended our session in the hotel pool, the rubber duck and bouquet floating as they posed and played. While Rob got a few good splashes in, always put your money on the bride to drench the groom.

Ocean Splash by Chip Bunnell Photography

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Congratulations to Dana and Rob. May they have a long, full and happy life together!

Couple Beach by Chip Bunnell Photography

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NATURE :: Sunrise Ocean Lightning

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Sunrise Ocean Lightning by Chip Bunnell Photography

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The ocean never ceases to amazing me. One minute I can be deep in slumber, knowing that just on the other side of the bedroom walls are the gentle waves lapping on the beach. Just seconds later I can awaken to wall-rattling booms of thunder, as lightning illuminates the entire room in a brilliant flash. Long before the rooster alarm sounded, that was exactly how our morning started.

At first, I seemed to be in a foggy state as I walked along the beach, surrounded by body-rumbling bangs. In my dream, they seemed to go on and on. After what seemed like hours, but was really only a few minutes, I realized I was sleeping through a delightfully powerful storm. Once I gathered my bearings, I finally grasped the rare opportunity to see lightning over the ocean during sunrise. With my trusty non-metal tripod in hand, I ventured on to the balcony to see if I could capture the magic of nature in my lens.

I made several interesting images, but this was my favorite. I loved the texture of the cloud ceiling with the morning sun forcing its way through. On the left, a single unstoppable bolt blasts the waiting ocean below. No lightning trigger or other such tool was available.   Once again, I am reminded that timing and preparation get results…with a little luck thrown in for good measure.

Photo Stuff: Single frame on a tripod, Processed in LR, PS and Topaz Clarity

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