Originally posted by SpecialK The Arizona memorial at Pearl harbor, the Punchbowl (national cemetery of the Pacific), the Pali lookout (highway over the mountain behind Honolulu) Makapuu point (w of Diamondhead crater), Pipeline/Waiamea/north shore surf spots, and the west coast landscapes.
Thanks! I'll look into those.
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Originally posted by alamo5000 Here is something kinda cool for you to look at while you are planning.
Sean Davey Exclusive Interview - Photography | PentaxForums.com
Tell me though, what kind of things do you want to shoot? The tourists usually run around and shoot pictures of Waikiki and your general tourist destinations. The locals get up really early and get in and out of places before the crowds arrive. Also shooting at 'events' is a big deal. By events I mean anything from the surf coming up to a contest to whatever.
For the best results plan on getting up really early (like before the sun comes up) and shooting into the late evenings. Make note on where on the island you are and pay special attention to shadows and how they will move. Use the middle of the day to relax, chill out, and maybe while you are doing other stuff scout out locations. Not saying you can't get good shots during the day, but it all depends on what you are shooting.
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Once you get out of Honolulu it's pretty easy to navigate. There is one road. You either go left or right. Both lead back to Honolulu.
Thanks, alamo5000, for the tips. I normally shoot landscape and architecture...and do like to try to find different types of shots at the beach. I don't plan on limiting my shots on this trip, however (even though my free time will be brief). I'll probably experiment with a lot of different types of shots.
I usually like to sleep in when I'm not working (I normally get up at 3 a.m.!) but I think I'll pass on the extra sleep to take advantage of my time there. I anticipate going back again (maybe with my husband next time) so will probably save a lot of the touristy stuff for then (e.g., Pearl Harbor). I'll only be on Oahu.
Very cool article! Nice job! (I'm a writer as well.) Thanks for giving me the link......Sean's photos are fabulous. Maybe I should pass on my own pics, go to his studio to drool over his work, and buy a print or two.
Thanks for all of the info!
Kriss