Lee Costa

Tag: south shore

A Snowy Afternoon at Webb Memorial

Stopped by Webb Memorial State Park in Weymouth after a recent snowstorm. Snow clung to everything, turning the park into a quiet, frozen world. I tried to find contrast in the scene among the uniform white, noticing shapes and textures I might normally overlook.
Frosted Links at Sunset

The frosted practice grounds glow during sunset at Granite Links in Quincy, Massachusetts, just after a recent snowstorm. I happened to be in the area and couldn’t pass up the opportunity to catch the last light on the snow-covered course. The South Shore has some beautiful vistas, but the elevation at Granite Links makes it arguably…
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.
Gray Skies Above Turkey Hill

Turkey Hill in Hingham, Massachusetts, under gray winter skies. The cold has been brutal, and every photo walk feels earned. I opted for vintage-style post work to match the muted light and subdued tones across the hill. The hill sits on land historically connected to the Massachusett people. In more recent history, it hosted a…
Spire and Sky

The Immaculate Conception Parish in Weymouth, Massachusetts, rises like a quiet spire against the sky. This roofline has always stood out to me—tapered and more intricate than it looks at first glance. Maybe that’s my construction background showing, but it’s a roofline I’ve wanted to photograph for some time.
Autumn Light at Norwell Grange

A vintage farm tractor at the Norwell Grange on Main Street, surrounded by the last of autumn’s color. After years of near-closure, the Grange is stepping back into community life as members restore the historic hall and bring new activity to the space.
Along the Way — November 6, 2025

The last frames of autumn, before the color fades — Norris Reservation, Norwell. A woman takes a stroll along a leaf-covered path at Norris Reservation during autumn. One of the many beautiful streams at Norris Reservation in Norwell, Massachusetts. A wooden boardwalk extends over the dark, calm waters of Gordon Pond at Norris Reservation in…
Along the Way — November 2, 2025

I’ve been wanting a simple way to share the smaller moments. Along the Way is where I collect photographs that don’t need a full post but still feel worth keeping. Most are made during walks with my wife and dog, or in familiar places close to home. Nothing planned or polished — just quiet observations from a…
An Unplanned Test for the Nikon Zf – Myles Standish State Forest

I took the Nikon Zf out to Myles Standish State Forest for a relaxed afternoon of photography — just a short hike, some quiet frames, and maybe a bit of late light through the trees. It turned into a far better test of the camera’s weather sealing than I had in mind. While parked on…
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.
Wired Autumn

A heavy rainstorm had just moved out of Southern New England, leaving behind dense ground fog over the marsh. As the sun rose, the clearing light poured through the mist, lighting up the intense fall foliage and creating a brief, striking atmosphere near High Voltage Paintball in Holbrook, Massachusetts. I was already out with my…