Sloshing through the swamp in pursuit of swamp sunflowers.

With all the rain we have had lately, it is no surprise that the Marl Bed Flats at Lake Jesup would be underwater. After purchasing a pair of rubber rain boots, we were ready for anything. Arriving just before sunrise, we trekked through the water, mud and cow patties to arrive out on the flats to photograph the sunflowers. The flowers are not completely in bloom but probably will be peak by next weekend.

 

 

Sunrise at New Symrna Beach

Actually the sunrise was hidden by storm clouds and rain storms. Despite the rainy forecast my photo buddies are dedicated and we went to the coast in hopes of finding a sunrise. Even though it never came to fruition, we still had fun photographing the rock jetty, rough surf and ominous clouds and a few dedicated fishermen.

Jetty - New Symrna Beach

Sunrise over St. Augustine, sort of....

 

The beach at Marineland

 

We have been waiting for the sunrise to be a little later so we could make it over to Marineland for the sunrise with the coquina rocks on the beach. The tide was low, in fact very low so the rocks were mostly way above the water level. I was having some camera malfunctions while using my Lee Big Stopper. So, I reverted to shooting without any ND filters. After the sun was up, we headed for breakfast and then on to St. Augustine to find some more photo ops.

Details from some of the historic houses.

  鲍恺熙 
(Joyful & Healthy)