Lee Costa

Category: Photography

Along the Way — December 24, 2025

Before the Christmas Eve gatherings began, I slipped out for a quick trip to the coast during a round of passing snow on the South Shore. Strong winds were pushing in big swells, and the snow drifting through the air added a muted, wintry feel to the scene.
Solstice Sunrise in the Seaport District

Just a few days ago, I returned to the harbor for sunrise. It is a walk I have taken many times, but this morning felt more meaningful because it happened to be the winter solstice. The solstice is the shortest day and the longest night of the year, and the sun reaches its lowest arc…
Gray Skies Above Turkey Hill

Turkey Hill in Hingham, Massachusetts, under gray winter skies. The cold has been brutal, and every photo walk feels earned. I opted for vintage-style post work to match the muted light and subdued tones across the hill. The hill sits on land historically connected to the Massachusett people. In more recent history, it hosted a…
Morning Shadows at Union Wharf

Early morning light spilling across Union Wharf in Boston’s North End at sunrise, casting long shadows along the dock and buildings. The scene had a wide dynamic range, so it took some careful recovery in post to reveal the subtle details hidden in the darkest areas, all thanks to the power locked inside a RAW…
Along the Way — December 4, 2025

A few photos from today along Scituate harbor. The cold settled in fast, with a wind that made everything feel still and empty. Winter is arriving, and with it the chance for a different look at familiar places once the snow comes.
Sunrise at the Waterfront

During a short walk around Fan Pier Marina at sunrise, I captured a few views as the golden hour light transformed the Boston Waterfront. This was the kind of light every photographer dreams of—soft, warm, and fleeting over the harbor.
Morning Along Causeway

A few early morning shots of a quiet walk from North Station up Causeway Street to Lovejoy Wharf. On this holiday morning, the city moves differently. Buildings loom, sidewalks stretch empty, and the usual noise is gone.
First Light at the Paul Revere House

I arrived just as the first light touched the rooftops near the Paul Revere House. With the city still asleep and the day being Thanksgiving, I had the rare opportunity to capture this historic landmark without crowds and to take a quiet moment to appreciate its details and the charm of North Square.
Spire and Sky

The Immaculate Conception Parish in Weymouth, Massachusetts, rises like a quiet spire against the sky. This roofline has always stood out to me—tapered and more intricate than it looks at first glance. Maybe that’s my construction background showing, but it’s a roofline I’ve wanted to photograph for some time.
Sunrise at the Cape Cod Canal Railroad Bridge

Late autumn sunrise at the Cape Cod Canal Railroad Bridge. I got up early and made my way to Academy Drive near the Maritime Academy, hoping to catch first light on the bridge and the canal. After some map scouting and light-angle planning the night before, this spot seemed like the best vantage point for…
Autumn Light at Norwell Grange

A vintage farm tractor at the Norwell Grange on Main Street, surrounded by the last of autumn’s color. After years of near-closure, the Grange is stepping back into community life as members restore the historic hall and bring new activity to the space.
Along the Way — November 6, 2025

The last frames of autumn, before the color fades — Norris Reservation, Norwell. A woman takes a stroll along a leaf-covered path at Norris Reservation during autumn. One of the many beautiful streams at Norris Reservation in Norwell, Massachusetts. A wooden boardwalk extends over the dark, calm waters of Gordon Pond at Norris Reservation in…