Santa Cruz Pier

A slow shutter speed using a tripod was the answer to make this image. Once again, same subject but a different technique. In the Sripp's Pier image I utilized a neutral density filter to alllow for a longer shutter speed since the light was quite bright. In this image of Santa Cruz Pier it was quite late in the day and the light was quite low which allowed for a longer shutter speed and therefore I didn't need to use the neutral density filter to cut down the light. When you see images where the water is silky and soft a longer shutter speed has been used. Keep the ISO low (100-400 ISO) and use a tripod. Timing is everything in this shot...watch what the water is doing and how it moves among the pillars. Shoot several on each surge as the price is right and you may like one image more than another. The camera will see things your eye cannot as the water is moving and your eye won't see what your open shutter will.
When I plan my travels I am looking for locations like Santa Cruz Pier. Sometimes I find the subject by accident but more often I have researched what is in the area and these sites/locations become a major part in my plans.