My name is Warren Keelan and I take ocean photos. Growing up on the South East Coast of Australia I gained a real appreciation of the ocean and all its beauty and wonder. But it’s only in the last 4 years since picking up a digital camera, have I been able to dedicate my hours towards capturing what I feel are special moments in the sea.
I’m lucky where I live (Wollongong, NSW Australia) to have so many amazing and varied beaches and breaks to shoot, all of which boast unique characteristics and ‘personalities’ so to speak, producing all kinds of ocean wave shapes, textures, and colors – a real playground for ocean photography.
My favorite lens currently is Canon’s 70-200mm IS II 2.8, which was used in the majority of the images featured here, but I have also explored the realms of the 15mm Fisheye for underwater vortex and behind the wave images. I have also introduced a hand-held waterproof flash system into my work which adds a further dimension with a split level under/over shots.
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Teal
The ocean is an ever changing environment, but over the years I have learnt what to look for and when.
Contours
I search out key elements such as crystal clear water, clean offshore waves, heavy reef breaks and crazy ocean light, but mostly I look for interesting or intriguing perspective.
Sea Hawk
I am very new to the world of ocean and nature photography, but after spending almost every day seeking huge waves with my camera I have been able to learn quickly how important light is and how to use it to portray the beauty of nature.
Kryptonite
I work hard to make photographs that hopefully tell a story and leave an impression or feeling on the viewer. If it does, then I feel I have achieved something special.
Pastel Sunset
I really love what I do. Being able to create images and share what I see with others is a real privilege that I hope to be able to do for as long as I can.
Sea Dragon
After many years spent as a touring musician, turned web developer and photojournalist, I have settled on a creative outlet which turns the cogs in my mind.
Lucent Arc
I guess you could say it’s a healthy addiction, one that provokes and keeps me thinking.
Aquatic Elements
There’s always a new angle or perspective to discover.
Ocean Light
Nautilus
Rupture
Silver Helix
Crystal Eye
Dark Crest
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Share on FacebookFantastic work! So beautiful it brings a tear to my eye reminding me why I miss the ocean so.
I been looking for a great photo of an ocean wave to paint. These photos are great and I will paint one of them, thanks!
Wonderful wave pictures. If all art comes from God then You have really tapped into the flowing spirit.
I don't have enough superlatives to reply about these pix, Warren. They're spectacular. They're a gift
Amazing...no...fantastic..!!!You are so good and brave!!!...and the waves are perfect!!!!!!!!!!!
Ocean Light is my favourite. But they are all amazing and full of talent. Wow , wow , wow
Es maravilloso , hermosas Fotografías.Felicitaciones... Espléndido , obra majestuosa...
Beautiful! The colors are magnificent! My favorite is pastel sunset, Nautilus and sea dragon. Who am I kidding? I love them all!
Hello Warren, Your fantastic wave photography has reached the state of Ohio, U.S. I have been shooting for 30 years. Such thundering shots!
Absolutely stunning images.Makes me smile,the ocean is a beautiful being:)
I love all of them. It is really amazing how the sun passes through them. I love them!
Your job is wonderful. I have never seen the fantastic beauty of the oceans until I see your pictures.
Your work is beautiful. Thank you for reminding me that mother nature is so powerful. I hope you're down in Cronulla, nsw sometime soon
Fantastic work,, The combination of Patience and quick decision making to get the right shot is really good
To you especially Emily as we were talking about light in your photo shoots.
Fantastic work! So beautiful it brings a tear to my eye reminding me why I miss the ocean so.
I been looking for a great photo of an ocean wave to paint. These photos are great and I will paint one of them, thanks!
Wonderful wave pictures. If all art comes from God then You have really tapped into the flowing spirit.
I don't have enough superlatives to reply about these pix, Warren. They're spectacular. They're a gift
Amazing...no...fantastic..!!!You are so good and brave!!!...and the waves are perfect!!!!!!!!!!!
Ocean Light is my favourite. But they are all amazing and full of talent. Wow , wow , wow
Es maravilloso , hermosas Fotografías.Felicitaciones... Espléndido , obra majestuosa...
Beautiful! The colors are magnificent! My favorite is pastel sunset, Nautilus and sea dragon. Who am I kidding? I love them all!
Hello Warren, Your fantastic wave photography has reached the state of Ohio, U.S. I have been shooting for 30 years. Such thundering shots!
Absolutely stunning images.Makes me smile,the ocean is a beautiful being:)
I love all of them. It is really amazing how the sun passes through them. I love them!
Your job is wonderful. I have never seen the fantastic beauty of the oceans until I see your pictures.
Your work is beautiful. Thank you for reminding me that mother nature is so powerful. I hope you're down in Cronulla, nsw sometime soon
Fantastic work,, The combination of Patience and quick decision making to get the right shot is really good
To you especially Emily as we were talking about light in your photo shoots.
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