Lee Costa

Tag: night

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.
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.
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…
Last Ferry to Alcatraz

There’s something unforgettable about sailing toward Alcatraz at sunset. The ferry left San Francisco, and as the sky behind the Golden Gate turned gold and orange, the bay looked stunning. The calm of the water and the light in the sky made it hard to believe we were headed to a place with such a…
Fireworks Over Plymouth Harbor

Having lived on the South Shore nearly all my life, I’d never really spent the Fourth of July this way before. My wife and I headed to Plymouth Harbor for the evening. We picked a spot near the Mayflower II and watched the sun dip behind it. When the fireworks started, we just stood there…
Cameo Theater

The Cameo Theater in South Weymouth, Massachusetts, has been a local landmark since it opened in the early 20th century. Originally a popular spot for movie screenings, the theater has undergone several renovations over the years, blending its historic charm with modern updates. While it may not be as busy as it once was, it…
Bench with a View

A bench with a view of the Boston skyline from Piers Park in East Boston.
Zakim Bridge at Night

The Zakim Bridge at night in Boston, Massachusetts, photographed from North Point Park in Cambridge.
Longfellow Bridge at Night

The iconic Longfellow Bridge, all lit up at night. Fun fact: This bridge, often called the “Salt and Pepper Bridge” because of its distinctive tower shapes. Completed in 1906, it connects Boston and Cambridge and offers amazing views of the Charles River and city skyline.
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…