Ocean Beach, San Francisco

I am totally in love with large scale beach photos  but my favorites from Massimo Vitali and Christian Chaize tend to be from tropical/exotic spots that I've never visited.  However, to my surprise (via Pinterest) I stumbled upon this stunning photo of Ocean Beach  that I think would look just as amazing as a huge statement print.

I'm considering heading over to the Cliff House one day and attempting to re-create it myself...

(imitation is the best form of flattery, right?)

Massimo Vitali Beach Photos

A couple of weeks ago I shared this room and mentioned how much I love oversized beach prints.  Massimo Vitali is an Italian photographer who started a beach series in the mid-90's that is responsible for my obsession with giant beach prints in interiors.

I love how his photos of beaches and seasides have such an airy feeling.  They're not overly saturated and pristine like most post-cards, so they actually make you feel like you could be there on the beach.   There's also something about them that makes you wan to walk up close to the photo and study what was happening on each of those blankets.

Check out how they can add a touch of vacation and light to a room...

Burley Katon Halliday via Habitually Chic

Burley Katon Halliday via Habitually Chic

Correction: Although a similar style, the photo above is actually by Christian Chaize  -- His Portugal photos have a similar vibe (and sadly the large prints are similarly expensive)  -- see them here.

From Lonny.

I am also just in love with how modern/current  large scale prints look on a wall.