Quayside in Falmouth - Part 2

Moored at the quayside in Falmouth are row of expensive looking yachts. Occasionally these make interesting subjects but, more often than not, I look for the abstract patterns created by the masts reflected in the water.

The best time for this type of shot is high tide with a gentle movement in the water. The reflected masts then break down into squiggles with the odd patch of colour. I generally choose a shutter speed that freezes the movement, perhaps 100th or 125th of a second, and simply alter the focal length and the aspect ratio to create the compositions.

The results on the back of the camera can be a bit underwhelming and flat at first look but this is easily corrected in post processing.....in fact, an auto adjustment often does the trick.

The key to the above compositions is the way the water moves. If there is a stronger current or more wind the effect is lost or the photographic outcomes are different. These are some other examples of quayside reflection taken in different conditions during the summer.