Lee Costa

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Scituate Harbor After the Blizzard

The morning after the Blizzard of ’26, I headed to Scituate Harbor for sunrise and high tide. I had a simple goal: catch what remained of the storm’s energy and put my new Nikon Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S a proper field test. On the way to Scituate Town Pier, I paused at a familiar…
A Frozen South Shore Drive

The snow hasn’t loosened its grip yet, and the South Shore remains frozen. With hiking off the table, I kept it simple and took a slow drive along the coast. Taken on an afternoon drive through Cohasset and Scituate.
0° Departure

Captured along the Hull coastline during a brutal cold snap. When the humidity drops and the mercury hits zero, the light takes on a certain sharpness. Worth the numb fingers.
Daniel Webster Wildlife Sanctuary — Winter Haze

Last weekend, during a small snow event, I headed over to Daniel Webster Wildlife Sanctuary in Marshfield to capture a hint of winter. I’ve visited many times before, but I’ve always wondered what those wide-open fields would look like covered in snow. The storm didn’t quite deliver—only a few flurries actually stuck—but the flat, grey…
Along the Way — Marina Bay

From an early walk through Marina Bay in Quincy, Massachusetts, under overcast skies. Quiet water, muted tones, and an unhurried pace along the docks. Taken January 18, 2026, just a bit behind posting.
Along the Way – January 19, 2026

With another snowstorm expected tomorrow, these moments from the January 19th storm came to mind. Snow blanketed the South Shore, transforming familiar landscapes into quiet, frozen scenes. I headed out toward the end of the storm with my camera, capturing snow-heavy treelines, coated power lines, and the high-contrast, monochrome look that had settled across town.
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…
The Hull Greeting

Caught this view in Hull, Massachusetts a few days ago as Glory, the MBTA commuter ferry, dropped off passengers at the dock. Stepping off the boat into that golden sunset felt like the ultimate reset—the sun turning the beach into a mirror and making the commute feel like the best part of the day.
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…
Acushnet

The Acushnet tug in the last light of sunset in Hull, Massachusetts.
Golden Hour Over the Old Base

The last light of the golden hour spilled across the old base of South Weymouth Air Station, highlighting empty roads, open fields, and the silent hangars that remain. What really drew me in was the sharp contrast between the white snow and the deep orange and yellow hues of the sunset. As the winter wind swept across…
Yellow and Green

A row of seasonal houses brightens the edge of a neighborhood in Hull, Massachusetts, holding onto their color through winter. I was drawn to how the owners painted the boarded doors and windows to match, turning a practical choice into a thoughtful detail.