Lee Costa

Category: Photography

Early Hours in Quincy Square

I parked just west of Chestnut Street and started walking toward the Town Hall area as the light began to come up. The streets were empty and the sky overcast, holding everything in a flat, even tone. Quincy Square was quiet at that hour. Storefronts were closed, sidewalks clear, and the usual movement hadn’t started…
A Winter Stroll Along the Sandwich Boardwalk

A few photos from a short winter stroll along the Sandwich Boardwalk in Sandwich, Massachusetts. Overcast skies and subdued light, yet the place holds its beauty regardless. The golden hue of the winter marsh grass pops against the heavy grey clouds, and the quiet of the off-season makes the walk feel like a private moment with the…
The Hull Greeting

Caught this view in Hull, Massachusetts a few days ago as Glory, the MBTA commuter ferry, dropped off passengers at the dock. Stepping off the boat into that golden sunset felt like the ultimate reset—the sun turning the beach into a mirror and making the commute feel like the best part of the day.
Postcards from Scituate Town Pier

A postcard moment from a calm afternoon at the Scituate Town Pier, with working boats tied up and the harbor sitting still under clear light. A small slice of salt air and sunshine to share. A little about the pier… Scituate Town Pier is one of those places that still feels like a real working…
After Hours

During an early morning walk through Boston’s North End on the way to the waterfront, these entryways caught my eye. The street was empty, the brickwork evenly lit, and the interior light revealed small details that disappear once the day begins.
Ordinary Glow

I’ve always been drawn to the way light can transform even the most ordinary corners. I saw this golden hour glow hitting the fence line and just wanted to capture how it felt in that moment.
Acushnet

The Acushnet tug in the last light of sunset in Hull, Massachusetts.
Golden Hour Over the Old Base

The last light of the golden hour spilled across the old base of South Weymouth Air Station, highlighting empty roads, open fields, and the silent hangars that remain. What really drew me in was the sharp contrast between the white snow and the deep orange and yellow hues of the sunset. As the winter wind swept across…
Yellow and Green

A row of seasonal houses brightens the edge of a neighborhood in Hull, Massachusetts, holding onto their color through winter. I was drawn to how the owners painted the boarded doors and windows to match, turning a practical choice into a thoughtful detail.
A Snowy Afternoon at Webb Memorial

Stopped by Webb Memorial State Park in Weymouth after a recent snowstorm. Snow clung to everything, turning the park into a quiet, frozen world. I tried to find contrast in the scene among the uniform white, noticing shapes and textures I might normally overlook.
Assawompset Gatehouse

The Assawompset pump station and gatehouse in Lakeville, Massachusetts, sits at the end of a gravel path stretching into the water. While people added the brick buildings more recently, humans have lived on the surrounding land for over 12,000 years. From ancient Wampanoag settlements to the modern shoreline, this spot reflects a long history of…
Frosted Links at Sunset

The frosted practice grounds glow during sunset at Granite Links in Quincy, Massachusetts, just after a recent snowstorm. I happened to be in the area and couldn’t pass up the opportunity to catch the last light on the snow-covered course. The South Shore has some beautiful vistas, but the elevation at Granite Links makes it arguably…