Thinking about taking your camera into the ocean? This guide breaks down when you actually need a waterproof camera housing for surf photography, beginner-friendly alternatives, mistakes to avoid, and why shooting from shore first might make you a better surf photographer.

Surf photography gear can look complicated at first, but the setup you actually need in the water is simpler than most people expect. This guide walks through the essential equipment that helps you position yourself confidently between sets and start shooting in the line up.

Choosing the best lens for water photography depends less on gear and more on where you’re shooting from. This guide walks through the focal lengths I use for shoreline, surf, and in-water photography so you can build a simple setup that works across the ocean.

Surf photography can feel exciting and overwhelming at the same time. These 11 common surf photography mistakes are easy to make when you’re shooting in the ocean, but once you know what to look for, they’re pretty easy to avoid.