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Tag: Seascape

Images captured on the sandy and rocky shores of Guam

Negative tide near Ricky's Beach

Negative tide near Ricky’s Beach

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We made our way north along the coast from Taga'chang today, arriving at Ricky's Beach. The view of the bay is varied and colorful at these low tides.

Walking in Agat

Walking in Agat

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I look for unusual features, anomalies, textures, and contrast as I walk along the beach with my camera. Sometimes I find them all in a single scene.

Reaching for the sea

Reaching for the sea

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Deborah and I spent part of a recent day off walking to the old Hila’an village site near Tumon. I stopped to photograph this unusual piece of driftwood.

Waiting for the moment

Waiting for the moment

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I struggled to capture the beauty of this February evening at Adelup. Pressing the shutter repeatedly, I tried to freeze the gentle waves and reflected light.

Emerald Valley lone tree

Emerald Valley lone tree

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We spent part of Labor Day in the Emerald Valley near Piti. The landscape has changed since Typhoon Mawar came and went. Now this tree stands alone.

Finding a new angle

Finding a new angle

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The natural rock arch at Pågat is a fascinating subject to photograph. There's limited room to maneuver around the edge, so I keep trying new angles.

Sunset at Apaca Point

Favorites from 2022

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Documenting life and exploration on Guam has been the mission statement for my photography in 2022. Here are my twelve favorite images of the year.

A minimal afternoon seascape

A minimal afternoon seascape

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A strange half-circle of light and clouds appeared in the distance at Apaca Point. It left a faint glow on the bay during an otherwise dreary afternoon.

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