Southwest Swell by Punaguy

Photography • Sea/Undersea • posted on Feb 10, 2007

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AloooooooooHa! Welcome to the weekend!! Been pretty busy this week just trying to keep above water and cope with life. All is well, just haven't had time to shoot anything new..and my commenting has seriously suffered some set backs...sorry about that. I will try to catch up as time allows, forgive me. A pretty huge Southwest swell has been hitting the shores of the islands this week, so I headed out this morning to walk to some areas I haven't been before. I came across this bay along a rocky coast and shot some images of the swell pounding the shore. This was a particularly hairy shoot as no where on the reef was really safe to shoot. I got wet more than once and ate a lot of sea spray...but glad to report I'm fine and survived intact. The day was overcast and shooting conditions were not optimum, but once in awhile the light allowed for a few shots. Thanks for stopping in and having a little looksie, I do appreciate the time you've spent here...Much Aloha to all and enjoy the weekend!!

Comments (41)

exoticmud

6:11PM | Sat, 10 February 2007

Wow, impressive waves. Long time since i've seen waves like that. Great photo and thanks for sharing.... :>

thevolunteer

6:14PM | Sat, 10 February 2007

Just one word. AWESOME

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Littlejock

6:16PM | Sat, 10 February 2007

You are so lucky to see and capture this beauty... and we are lucky to see your work. Wonderful and powerful wave.. I hope you enjoy your weekend

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rainbows

6:18PM | Sat, 10 February 2007

Incredible wave, Dave!!! I have never seen its likes in my life. Magnificent shot, the raw power is unbelievable. . . love the colours too. Please, always stay safe. That is the only thing that matters. Suplime work :-) Much Aloha and hugs. Diane.

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Apophis906

6:36PM | Sat, 10 February 2007

Wow thats some amazing shot, just breathtaking.

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Onslow

6:44PM | Sat, 10 February 2007

I'm not one who uses the word much but this pic deserves it - Wow !!!

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Debwhosmiles

6:46PM | Sat, 10 February 2007

At first sight I was wondering how in the heck you got this shot! That is a people-swallowing wave! Those who protect you were working overtime that day I imagine. Glad you are safe~ =)

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tofi

7:06PM | Sat, 10 February 2007

This is something out of the ordinary.....indeed! This capture is phenomenal, The momentum of the waves, the sharpness of the rapid-like splashes are highly textured..... sublime is what it is! Terrific image! Dangerous but glorious!

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EyeOfTheJen

7:11PM | Sat, 10 February 2007

Unbelievable! Glad you are safe and that you risk your neck for shots like these. Just incredible.. What depth and color!

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nongo

7:50PM | Sat, 10 February 2007

Hey Dave, nice to see you out there updating us on the southwest swell, this is an amazing catch, I'll bet you got a little wet capturing this?? Millions of gallons crashing over is a sight to behold? WOW!!!!!! I'll bet you were sheltering that camera of yours, and that's a job in and of itself!!!!!! Powerful work, my friend... Aloha... ;-)

kjpweb

8:06PM | Sat, 10 February 2007

Well - now it's official - you need to be arrested! Your shots are simply too good for the common good! Teasing Wonderful and dramatic image that did bowl me over! Look at my avatar! That salute's for you! Cheers

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zoren

8:33PM | Sat, 10 February 2007

absolutely stunning shot!!

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da_franze

8:50PM | Sat, 10 February 2007

what a heavy wave! absolutely great shot!

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kansas

9:06PM | Sat, 10 February 2007

Beautiful. Amazingly powerful wave.

gingerlou

9:09PM | Sat, 10 February 2007

Excellent simply excellent, Bravo!

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darktower

9:19PM | Sat, 10 February 2007

Terrific shot!!!

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lesbentley

9:44PM | Sat, 10 February 2007

Very impressive shot!

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jocko500

10:29PM | Sat, 10 February 2007

that do look powerful. cool shot

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Squid123

10:59PM | Sat, 10 February 2007

Fantastic. So beautiful!!!

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sharky_

11:00PM | Sat, 10 February 2007

Very powerful wave. Excellent curl shot. Maika'i. Aloha

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FCLittle

1:13AM | Sun, 11 February 2007

Absolutely fantastic!

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Zacko

1:26AM | Sun, 11 February 2007

You got Richard to say "wow"!!!! Well compliments doesnt get much richer than that....so instead of me gushing once again over how brilliant you are...i thought id give you the beating you deserve. Trout Slap SLAP SLAP SLAPPETI SLAP SLAP!!!!!! #:oD Have a grand day buddy!