Lee Costa

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Blue Hour Fireworks

While walking toward the beach in Humarock, Scituate, to watch the 4th of July fireworks with friends, I passed this spot and had to stop. The deep blue twilight, people gathered on the deck, and bursts of color over the water came together for a memorable summer evening on the South Shore.
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…
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.
Clouded Morning at Delano’s Wharf

The sky didn’t give me the colors I wanted, but the calm, overcast light at Delano’s Wharf in Kingston, turned out to be the perfect counterpoint, making this historic scene feel timeless. Merchant Benjamin Delano and his brother-in-law, sea captain Peter Winsor, founded this waterfront site in 1802.The structure you see served as their warehouse at Rocky Nook, becoming a critical part of the town’s maritime…
First Light over The Mother Church, Boston

The Mother Church in Boston, also known as the First Church of Christ, Scientist, glowed softly during the early dawn hours. With nobody around, the plaza and reflecting pool felt completely still, the dome and tower mirrored in the calm water. Capturing the full scene without an ultra-wide lens pushed me to improvise. I shot…
Church and Clocktower

St. Nicholas Church and the First Town Hall in Hull, Massachusetts, seen in early light. The town hall, built in 1848, features a prominent clocktower and once served as both a schoolhouse and a space for town offices and public meetings.
A Secret Spot for Capturing the Boston Skyline

A Secret Spot for Capturing the Boston Skyline has always been hiding in plain sight. You might not expect one of the city’s best skyline views to come from such an ordinary location, but sometimes, the most breathtaking perspectives are found where you least expect them. Not every stunning view is easy to find, and…
Last Light Over Jacobs Pond

A long exposure of Jacobs Pond in Norwell, Massachusetts, taken during the last light of the day. Even with daylight fading quickly, I used my Lee Little Stopper to extend the exposure and smooth the water’s surface for a serene effect.
Echoes of Russo Marine

After a holiday dinner at Venezia, I wandered to the familiar waterfront area. Next door stood the former Russo Marine site, a place I’d briefly visited before. This quiet, forgotten corner of Boston remained unchanged, waiting to be rediscovered. It offered a stunning view of the skyline and the iconic Rainbow Swash, also known as…
Green Harbor Beach Jetty

Sunrise at Green Harbor Beach in Marshfield, Massachusetts. Fortunately, the wind was calm, and I was able to fly the drone to capture some aerial views of waves crashing on the rocks nearby. Sadly, the piercing cold cut my stay short.
Mass Audubon Photo Contest Recognition

I’m thrilled to share that my Plymouth Jetty photo won the Best Landscape Photo category in Mass Audubon’s Statewide Photo Contest! It’s an honor to have my love for capturing nature celebrated in this way. A huge thank you to Mass Audubon for the opportunity and for everything they do to protect Massachusetts’ natural beauty.…
Bench with a View

A bench with a view of the Boston skyline from Piers Park in East Boston.