The Old Boy Being Swept Away

Went out tonight with the Old Man (featured above) and Tim (TimboDon). We went to Forresters rocks but the swell was absolutely pumping... Waves crashing over the rock shelf, it was definitely NOT the place to be walking around down low.... unless you are my old man and you just "have" to get the shot.

This is a shot I took of him almost being swept away.... he got the chamoix out and wiped off his D200 after this (how many people do you know that keep chamoix's in the camera bag).

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Dan Wiklund says:

Great... Really looks like is is about to be swept away. As usual great colors in the sky.
Posted 16 months ago. ( permalink )

Kollektiv Pseudonym says:

a very nice pic…. ein sehr schönes bild…+++

greetingZ from bavaria

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Posted 16 months ago. ( permalink )

Dornrade says:

Really captured the power of the sea here mate!!!
Ace
Posted 16 months ago. ( permalink )

Сашa says:

This is a great shot. It looks like he is in the clouds .
Forgive me for asking, what's chamoix?
Posted 16 months ago. ( permalink )

Denise Stettler says:

Great. Looks as if he was walking in snow.
Posted 16 months ago. ( permalink )

Scott Reither says:

WOW! You're old man is crazy! This is a great shot...well done.
Posted 16 months ago. ( permalink )

foxglove says:

impressive dad! so understanding to stand there to model for you!
Posted 16 months ago. ( permalink )

_Val W says:

Like father like son, I'm sure you would do the same. Only not talk about it!!! Ha ha Fantastic capture, really shows the power of the waves. Sweet.
Posted 16 months ago. ( permalink )

_iamimp_ [deleted] says:

stunning
Posted 16 months ago. ( permalink )

hppr says:

Very intense image.Great!
Posted 16 months ago. ( permalink )

TheGreatContini says:

awesome!
Posted 16 months ago. ( permalink )

TimboDon says:

Classic!!! Can't believe you had this uploaded before I had even got home! Great shot and gee the colour did turn out well.
Posted 16 months ago. ( permalink )

Sunlit Skies // Andrew Fuller says:

Fantastic, one of the best images i have seen in ages!
Posted 16 months ago. ( permalink )

whoops vision says:

Excellent ....
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Posted 16 months ago. ( permalink )

Mark Seabury says:

Great shot.Your old man might have to start wearing a wetsuit and floaties
Posted 16 months ago. ( permalink )

DifferentWavePhotography says:

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Posted 16 months ago. ( permalink )

michael_davies says:

What a cracker shot! Nice of him to stay still so you could get a photo.
Posted 16 months ago. ( permalink )

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Big Wave in my Wild River...!!! :)
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Posted 16 months ago. ( permalink )

Gail Johnson says:

i do

great pic
Posted 16 months ago. ( permalink )

ben124. says:

Excellent shot and presentation!
Posted 16 months ago. ( permalink )

AGrinberg says:

Great! Having him out there certainly adds an unusual dimension.
Posted 16 months ago. ( permalink )

longristra says:

nice image
Posted 16 months ago. ( permalink )

uniB says:

wow, that's one dedicated dad!

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Posted 16 months ago. ( permalink )

chasquito el roncoso says:

Amazing! Wonderfull!
Posted 16 months ago. ( permalink )

alberto rossettini says:

great shot!!
Posted 16 months ago. ( permalink )

Si's shots says:

Great image:)

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Posted 16 months ago. ( permalink )

wenzday01 says:

wow.

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Posted 16 months ago. ( permalink )

southnz says:

Very cool image. It's always a worry taking photos from rock shelves!
Posted 16 months ago. ( permalink )

Roger.C says:

Wonderful shot.
Great work.
Posted 16 months ago. ( permalink )

Howard Jr says:

Great image
Posted 16 months ago. ( permalink )

Nicole Pearce says:

Terrific shot, I just can't help feel bad for his camera being out in that though.
Posted 16 months ago. ( permalink )

..Lenita.. [deleted] says:

realmente una foto fantastica!!!!!!!!!
Posted 16 months ago. ( permalink )

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Posted 16 months ago. ( permalink )

Mabel Amber Pluto 5339 [deleted] says:

Pretty tough guys you seem

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A mans got to do what a mans got to do!!!!!!!

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Posted 16 months ago. ( permalink )

ibstickboy [deleted] says:

Great shot.
Posted 16 months ago. ( permalink )

Bryn Tassell says:

Would have been great without the person, the person just makes it that much more interesting.
Posted 16 months ago. ( permalink )

sachman75 says:

The danger of the sea! Looks pretty rough but you've captured it soo well!
Posted 16 months ago. ( permalink )

Steve Castle says:

That's mad! Glad to see you rushed to his aid!! Is that a thumbs up he's giving you! Adds a great dimension to the pic!
Posted 16 months ago. ( permalink )

dais shed says:

Brill!
Posted 16 months ago. ( permalink )

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You are a CREATIVE MASTER. "
Keep up your good work and let the light shine on you!
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Posted 16 months ago. ( permalink )

Chris Farrugia (chrisfarrugia.net) says:

Wow! love this one!
Posted 16 months ago. ( permalink )

uj@ng. says:

great and excellent shot....wow...!!!!
Posted 16 months ago. ( permalink )

Bob West says:

fantastic image.....
Posted 16 months ago. ( permalink )

h a n g i n g p i x e l s says:

shit.....that' is great.

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h a n g i n g p i x e l s says:

As i said, if any is ever going to get me back in landscape....it's you. This is an inspiration shot.
Posted 16 months ago. ( permalink )

MichaelWalton says:

fantastic shot, good story too!
Posted 16 months ago. ( permalink )

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Hey! be carefull with the water man!

Impressive!

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Posted 16 months ago. ( permalink )

Rob.Hudson says:

LOL! Chamois!

Great work as ever Brent, love the water movement.
Posted 16 months ago. ( permalink )

darkenergy777 says:

Beautiful picture, wonderful work.!!!
Posted 16 months ago. ( permalink )

C.Cal.Shoot says:

Brave man!! I keep a towel in my camera bag :)
Posted 16 months ago. ( permalink )

San Diego Shooter says:

wow man..you guys are definately going above and beyond..
Posted 16 months ago. ( permalink )

Cap'n Surly says:

lol, nice!
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blue_fam says:

wonderful.

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Elbier Minks says:

uff! Dangerous but spectacular
A great image.
3.5 sec!

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Christian Wilt says:

excellent capture but dangerous position, I lost a camera in this way
Posted 16 months ago. ( permalink )

RDpicsandvideo.com says:

you have to like that , the things we do.
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Lars van de Goor "Holidayeah!!!" says:

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Posted 16 months ago. ( permalink )

a o a o a o [deleted] says:

wow wee im in love with this image
Posted 16 months ago. ( permalink )

Kim Aubrey says:

That's a good one. I'd love to see your Dad's shot from this.
Posted 16 months ago. ( permalink )

MarchingAnts says:

Brent

Your ocean shots just blow me away, I am inspired to try more of these now following my initial play at mona vale.

Gavin
Posted 15 months ago. ( permalink )

The Sage of Shadowdale says:

Haha! Above & beyond the call - anything for the shot. Good on ya Brent's dad - great shot from your near-underwater expedition. And this one's a great shot too Brent - as are all this series. Top job guys!
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.jens says:

Wow, that looks dangerous!
I like your long exposure shots a lot. Keep up the good work. You have a photostream of joy!
Posted 15 months ago. ( permalink )

ZedMacca says:

Wow, crazy man, lol, good that you captured his dedication!
Posted 15 months ago. ( permalink )

coccinelle67 says:

Such a great pic again ! Fav of course
Posted 15 months ago. ( permalink )

Stanley C. says:

Great shot!
Posted 15 months ago. ( permalink )

powellm79 says:

What a shot :).
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geraintandkim says:

Amazing photo - your Old Man is a lucky man !
Posted 15 months ago. ( permalink )

orvaratli says:

What an amazing shot and the story behind it as well.
Posted 13 months ago. ( permalink )

Xenedis says:

I know the feeling...
Posted 13 months ago. ( permalink )

maureen_g says:

Stunning capture!!! He sure is a brave old coot!!! (Or maybe a bit mad!! LOL)
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vulkan75 says:

Bonkers but brilliant! lol wow!
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

dexodexo says:

The things people do to get that one great shot...
Posted 5 months ago. ( permalink )

IMAC- says:

HOHO!! what a risk!! :)
Very good one, funny also :)
Posted 2 months ago. ( permalink )

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The Old Boy Being Swept Away

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