Tag: long exposure

Plymouth Jetty Sunrise

A long exposure of the Plymouth Jetty at sunrise. This location is one of my favorite places to visit, as Plymouth’s sunrises are consistently spectacular. On another visit, I captured the vibrant scene below, where the sky seemed to ignite in fiery colors. Such dramatic sunrises are rare, as cloudy mornings often deter people from…
Pier Stars

The starburst effect on the pier lights in Hull, Massachusetts reminded me of stars in the night sky. In photography, this effect happens when small, bright light sources, like streetlights or the sun, radiate sharp, pointed rays. It can be achieved by using a small aperture (a high f-stop number such as f/16 or f/22),…
USCG Station Point Allerton

The USCG Station at Point Allerton in Hull, MA, is illuminated during the blue hour. I used a long exposure to create the silky water effect. Since the sun had already set, I didn’t need an ND filter to slow the shutter.
Comet Tsuchinshan–ATLAS

After my first failed attempt last week, I finally managed to spot and photograph Comet Tsuchinshan–ATLAS (C/2023 A3) in the night sky. At first, I wasn’t sure where the best location would be, but I eventually chose Duxbury Beach. The idea was to capture the historic Powder Point Bridge in the foreground, adding some interest…
Beyond the Rail

Soft morning light blends with the horizon in a peaceful sunrise at Marshfield, Massachusetts.
Brant Rock Sunrise

A peaceful sunrise at Brant Rock in Marshfield, Massachusetts, bathing the rocky shoreline in warm golden hues as the day begins.
Northern Lights Watch

A couple of cars parked at Duxbury Beach in an attempt to watch the Northern Lights. I took this photo while trying to see them this past Friday since I had missed them the previous night. Unfortunately, the skies remained empty.
Blurred Tides at Ocean Bluff

Blurred tides at Ocean Bluff created by a long exposure in Marshfield, Massachusetts. The sun set behind me, casting soft hues across the sky. Since it wasn’t completely dark, I could use a slower shutter speed to blur the waves as the tide receded. This moment was the perfect opportunity to use my Lee Little…
Sunrise at Scituate Lighthouse

Sunrise at Scituate Lighthouse never gets old. With the recent beautiful weather and the fact that I haven’t been on a sunrise mission for a while, I decided to go this morning. There’s something truly special about sunrise photography. The calmness of the early hours and the changing colors create a perfect backdrop for capturing…
Ready for Launch

A boat sits at the marina dock in Hull, Massachusetts, ready for launch into the ocean. I took three photos in bracket mode, which I later merged into an HDR in Lightroom. This helped capture the soft hues that filled the sky without losing detail in the shadows or highlights.
Remains

Remains of an old pier in Abington, Massachusetts. An approaching rainstorm added a touch of drama to the sky.
Black Rock Beach Sunrise

A seasonally-occupied cottage at sunrise on Black Rock Beach in Cohasset, Massachusetts.