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…
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…
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…
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.
Bay Bridge Reflections

During my stay in San Francisco, I made the most of my hotel’s closeness to the Bay Bridge, which ended up framing some of my favorite moments. At night, the bridge glowed against the darkening sky, its lights shimmering on the water and pulling us back evening after evening. My wife and I would stroll…
San Francisco Lights From Twin Peaks

After leaving the coast, we decided to make one last stop at Twin Peaks, one of San Francisco’s highest viewpoints. Twin Peaks offers sweeping views of the city and the Bay, making it a must-visit spot to see the city glow at night. On our way there, we realized we had set the GPS to…
San Francisco Curves

While out seeing the sights, we stopped at Lombard Street to admire its famous curves. Being mindful of residents and tourists, I captured a few photos of the winding street, its charming houses, and the surrounding landscape before moving on. Part of a San Francisco photo series. Lombard Street as viewed from the top. Lombard…
Painted Ladies at Alamo Square

In the bright early afternoon, the Painted Ladies stood in full color along the edge of Alamo Square. Their pastel facades and detailed trim caught the sun, while the city skyline rose in the distance behind them. The park was lively, with people stretched out on the grass and others stopping to take photos, yet…