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Focuses on intimate scenes, such as children playing in the surf at sunset or friends laughing over a guitar session.

Harsh overhead sun can cause squinting and dark eye shadows. If you must shoot midday, use the Paint the Moon guide to find better angles. 2. Action-Based "Candid" Poses

Nothing says "candid" like a slightly see-through crochet cover-up or an oversized linen button-down worn open. The key is effortless draping . When the wind catches it, the photographer catches a moment. Look for fabrics that wrinkle beautifully—linen, cotton voile, crochet.

For dedicated beachcombers, the day begins before sunrise to beat the tide and other collectors.

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