When Wind Meets Water
The Dramatic Beauty of Wind-Driven Waves
You can discover the captivating relationship between strong winds and spectacular waves along the Lake Michigan shoreline in Ludington, Michigan.
The forecast for the day called for high winds. I went to Ludington’s Stearns Beach on Lake Michigan to take photographs of the relationship between wind and water. The forecast was on the mark. The wind was strong with even stronger gusts.
This is one of the images I made that captures the moment powerful wind-generated waves overcame the breakwater, showcasing the sheer force of nature. The shoreline in Ludington is a natural “classroom” to help you learn how wind speed and direction contribute to creating these impressive swells.