Canon EOS 6D
Canon EF 14mm f/2.8L USM Lens
Shutter Speed
1/1000 sec
Aperture
f/6.3
Focal Length
14mm
ISO
160
Venice Pride Flag Lifeguard Tower on Venice Beach
@tommylundberg
For decades, Venice has been a neighborhood of inclusion and diversity and a year after its first Pride celebration, the city unveiled this rainbow lifeguard tower in 2017. It's since become a staple along the shoreline and people flock from all over just to get a glimpse of the brightly-painted structure.
Plan
Overview
Skill level
Easy
Accessbility
Public Location
Hours
Anytime
Fee
Free
Pack
- Wide-angle lens (14mm)
- Model
How to get there
N33° 59' 22.1352"W118° 28' 42.51"
This image of the Venice Pride Flag Lifeguard Tower was taken on Venice Beach. I suggest referencing the GPS in satellite mode for this location, otherwise the map will show the GPS in the water when viewing in 2D.
The best way to get here is by car, but you can also take public transportation.
If you're driving, park in a nearby public lot (there are many) and then walk west to the beach.
By public transportation:
- Closest bus station: Main/Brooks (1 or 33 line)
- Head west on Brooks Ave
For more information, visit the website: https://venicepride.org/about
Tips
When to go
Best season
All months
Best time
Morning, Mid-day, Late afternoon
The Venice Pride Flag Lifeguard Tower on Venice Beach can be photographed during any month. Since Los Angeles doesn't have many seasonal changes, the tower will look the same no matter the time of year.
Cloudy weather can make the colors pop, while a clear blue sky and direct sunlight can wash it out. Check the weather beforehand to make sure it's not too sunny.
Field tips
Please be aware and respectful of the other people on the beach.
Keep in mind to not do anything that would damage the property or harm your model.
Ensure your model is safe on the lifeguard stand and is comfortable with jumping, if that's what you choose to have them do.
I recommend using a wide-angle lens for this image to capture the surrounding beach and sky with no other competing elements in the photo.
I think it's best to have your model wear all black so that they contrast against the muted sky and rainbow lifeguard stand, but get creative with their wardrobe and see what works best for you and your composition.
Be quick in taking your shots with whatever pose your model is doing. If they're in motion, you'll need to take a lot of photos very quickly so you can capture a crip, non-blurry image.
Current weather
Los Angeles, California
Overcast
57o
F
Wed
62o
56o
Thu
62o
57o
Fri
62o
58o
Sat
60o
57o
Sun
57o
55o
Blue Hour
12:40
57o
Overcast
Sunrise
13:06
57o
Overcast
Golden Hour
02:03
57o
Overcast
Sunset
02:37
57o
Overcast
Do nearby
Check out the Venice Skate Park to people watch and enjoy the sunken pool, ledges and rails for skateboarding.
If you're up for shopping, head to Abbot Kinney Boulevard. It's a mile long stretch that has shops selling locally-made goods, as well as name-brand stores, like Adidas.
The Santa Monica Pier is also an incredible place to visit. It even features a small amusement park!
Locations nearby
