I understand what you were trying to capture, and I'm sure it serves as a good personal reminder of the moment for you. I think that one major element missing is a clear subject. You could say its the people - but which one ? they are so spread apart that my eye fleets about the picture randomly trying to find the main subject. For me its a rather difficult photo to read.
The foreground grasses certainly communicate wind to me, but could be better used if it was more uniform - the bare patch of foreground is another "eye disturber" as is the boy running out of the picture - its a shame he is not running into it. Perhaps lying down and getting really close to the grasswould be more effective ?
Overall I think that the concept is good. Quite often the photo that we choose from the contact sheet is not the one that speaks best to other people. Why not take a look at the other photos taken that day, and see if, by any chance , you haven't overlooked a silent gem !! I hope this was helpful - I do go on a bit !!! Halid
What I was trying to relay was; salt spray, ocean mist, heavy fog, cold damp air, beach grass, some sand, lots of sea gulls - nevertheless families still find enjoyment just being at the beach. Guess it didn't work very well
What I was trying to relay was; salt spray, ocean mist, heavy fog, cold damp air, beach grass, some sand, lots of sea gulls - nevertheless families still find enjoyment just being at the beach. Guess it didn't work very well
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