Use the natural, S-shaped curves of dune ridges to guide the viewer’s eye through the frame.
Sandy’s first secret is to ditch the harsh midday sun. The golden hour – the first hour after sunrise and the last hour before sunset – bathes scenes in warm, diffused light that flatters skin tones, landscapes, and architecture. During this time, shadows are long and soft, adding depth without harsh contrast.
Shoot during the first hour after sunrise. The light is soft, warm, and casts long, dramatic shadows across the sand ripples.