Lee Costa

Tag: ocean views

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…
Postcards from Scituate Town Pier

A postcard moment from a calm afternoon at the Scituate Town Pier, with working boats tied up and the harbor sitting still under clear light. A small slice of salt air and sunshine to share. A little about the pier… Scituate Town Pier is one of those places that still feels like a real working…
Along the Way — December 24, 2025

Before the Christmas Eve gatherings began, I slipped out for a quick trip to the coast during a round of passing snow on the South Shore. Strong winds were pushing in big swells, and the snow drifting through the air added a muted, wintry feel to the scene.
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…
Along the Way — December 4, 2025

A few photos from today along Scituate harbor. The cold settled in fast, with a wind that made everything feel still and empty. Winter is arriving, and with it the chance for a different look at familiar places once the snow comes.
Sunrise at the Cape Cod Canal Railroad Bridge

Late autumn sunrise at the Cape Cod Canal Railroad Bridge. I got up early and made my way to Academy Drive near the Maritime Academy, hoping to catch first light on the bridge and the canal. After some map scouting and light-angle planning the night before, this spot seemed like the best vantage point for…
Nantasket at First Light: A Morning Journey

Nantasket at first light, with the streets and parking areas nearly empty and the water catching the first hint of color from the rising sun. I spent some time near the historic Paragon Carousel before slowly making my way down to the beach. As the sun climbed higher, I took a few photos of the colorful…
Autumn Landing

Autumn arriving at Howland’s Landing in Duxbury, Massachusetts. Boats off the water and the landing settling into the quieter months ahead.
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…
Sunrise Over Wollaston Beach

Having lived most of my life in Quincy, I’ve watched the sunrise over Wollaston Beach in every season. The quiet shoreline, the shifting colors, and the way the light breaks across the water always remind me why I keep coming back. This autumn has been unseasonably warm, and maybe that’s why the colors felt especially…
First Light at Minot Beach

A few shots from the first light bathing Minot Beach in Scituate, Massachusetts. The sky put on a show with shifting colors as the sun rose above the horizon. I even spotted a couple going into the frigid water for an early swim.
The Industrial Glow

Here’s a shot from my San Francisco series that almost slipped through the cracks—a bright red-and-white Manson crane, standing still against the Bay Bridge during golden hour. The way it stood out against the sky gave this industrial scene an unexpected calm. What struck me most, though, was how no one else seemed to notice.…