Lake Erie may be the warmest and shallowest of North America's Great Lakes, but it's more beast than beauty. The world's 12th largest lake is notoriously stormy and has been known to pound boats, break walls, and beaches with waves reaching 25 feet.
While gusts of wind over 50 miles per hour might send most running for the shore, professional photographer Dave Sandford suits up and wades in. His work captures Lake Erie at its most turbulent, creating mesmerizing images that show the grace and power of the natural world.
In December 2015, Sandford shared some of his photos with us. Follow him on Instagram and Facebook for more.
For former sports photographer Dave Sandford, shooting Lake Erie's monstrous waves is not unlike his past job. "Things happen very fast, in the blink of an eye," Sandford said.
Anticipation is key. Before heading out for a shoot, he reads the weather and surf reports.
Sandford wears a wet suit, life vest, gloves, and neoprene boots "on set." His camera gear is protected with underwater photography gear from Aquatech Imaging Solutions.
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