Lee Costa

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A Quiet Morning on the Longfellow

I was eager to get out for another sunrise walk, and the Longfellow Bridge turned out to be the right place to spend my Saturday morning. It has always fascinated me how, in some cities, there’s a narrow window where they feel like they belong to no one in particular. A brief stretch of time…
Sunrise from the BU Bridge

A cold February morning, the Charles River mostly frozen as the skyline slowly caught the first light. From the BU Bridge, the city felt still. Steam lifted from rooftops as the sun broke between the buildings, sending a sharp burst of gold across the ice before the light softened. I stepped about ten feet onto…
Blue Hour from the Other Side of Boston

This weekend, I headed to East Boston to catch first light along the harbor. I started at Lewis Mall Wharf, hoping the early sun would light up the skyline. That was the shot I had in mind. Clean reflections and warm light hitting the glass. It never really happened. The clouds held, and the city…
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.
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…
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…
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.
Deer Island Geometry

Clear light and calm harbor water at Deer Island in Boston, where the digesters’ repeating curves and edges created a quiet geometry across the harbor.
Morning Light at Granite Avenue Drawbridge

The Granite Avenue Drawbridge in South Boston glowed beautifully in the morning light, its steel catching the first colors of sunrise. Built in the early 20th century, the bridge has long been part of the city’s daily rhythm. I’ve driven over it countless times and have also always admired the quick glimpse you get of…
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…