Tag: long exposure
Gunrock Beach
Gunrock Beach is a tranquil, crescent-shaped shoreline nestled between Nantasket Beach and Cohasset in Hull, Massachusetts. This family-friendly beach offers calm waters ideal for paddling and swimming. While lifeguards are absent, its peaceful charm and scenic surroundings make it a perfect spot for a relaxing day by the ocean. Whether you’re planning a quiet escape…
Castle Island Sunrise
Sunrise at Castle Island in South Boston, Massachusetts. Under bitterly cold conditions, I did my best to capture the old pier pilings from the James F. Dahill Harborview area, the Donald McKay obelisk, the Lt. John J. McCorkle Fishing Pier, and the Conley Container Terminal. Despite the frigid wind and numbing cold, every moment of…
Zakim Bridge at Night
The Zakim Bridge at night in Boston, Massachusetts, photographed from North Point Park in Cambridge. A print of this photo is available for purchase – click here to view options.
Plymouth Long Beach Sunrise
Sunrise at Plymouth Long Beach in Plymouth, Massachusetts.
Sunrise at Manomet Point
Sunrise at Manomet Point in Plymouth, MA. I’ve visited this location in the past but didn’t get a chance to explore the area below. A “No Trespassing” sign had been posted nearby. On this visit, I noticed the sign was gone. The path leading down looked significantly improved, possibly explaining the reason for the sign’s…
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. A print of this photo is available for purchase –…
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. You can achieve this by using a small aperture (a high f-stop number like f/16 or f/22). In…
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
Beyond the Rail: A quiet moment as soft colors meet the horizon during a sunrise in Marshfield, Massachusetts.
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.