As Hurricane Lee passed through the Gulf of Maine, the coastline experienced 10-15 foot waves. I couldn’t resist the urge to venture out to capture the dynamic sea along the Southern Maine Coast. I went to Fort Foster in Kittery Maine to watch the swells crash against Whaleback Lighthouse. I wasn’t disappointed and was able to witness the shear power of the Ocean. Whaleback was able to take the beating with ease as it has since 1872.

I totally understand why so many people venture to Nubble Lighthouse, it’s a lovely little lighthouse perched up on a small island in York Maine. York is a great vacation town for families during the summer and is easily accessible by all. I feel lucky enough to live close by so I can visit as often as I please and during the winter I visit more frequently because crowds are minimal. On this morning the sunrise forecast looked promising and I knew they had just lit up the Nubble’s Christmas lights the night before. I ventured down to find a secluded rocky outcropping and waited for the fireworks to begin. I wasn’t disappointed, the sky lit up with warm tones and the rocks reflected that light back as well.

The pastel colors proceeding sunset mark the start of a new shift for Portland Head Light. December is a tough month for this coastal icon, the days are short and the nights long. This time of the year the lighthouse puts in overtime protecting coastal travelers that venture in and out of her port. It is also a tough time of the year due to the increase in coastal storms that bring large, strong swells. No matter what comes next this lighthouse will stand, to greet and wish safe voyage to all who pass.

Dawn at Bug Light brought quite a chill. The cool crisp air slowly warmed as the Sun rose above the horizon bringing day to the great state of Maine. As the transition continued, the Sun said to the lighthouse, “I have the watch, you can now rest”.

4 degree air, 44 degree water, calm winds and clear a clear sky created this tungsten colored sea smoke. The bitter cold temps we experience give me the opportunity to capture moments in time that don’t frequently occur. If you are able to brace these frigid conditions you too can witness the beauty of seas smoke.

Overlooking Willard’s Beach you can find the old fishing shacks with Portland Head Light off in the distance. At dawn, the soft light creates a warm glow that would inspire any artist who was there to witness.

This mornings sunrise was outstanding. As the Sun approached the horizon the clouds ignited creating a magical scene.

I had some time on my hands today and decided to go back and find some pieces I needed to complete. This is from Cape Porpoise in Kennebunk. I love the old New England fishing town feel of this image. The stilts keep these structures from flooding at high tide and is what gives them all of their character.

I woke up at 430 this morning to a temperature of -3 and headed to Rye Harbor to find some sea smoke. As I arrived closer to the coast the temperature began to rise and my hopes of sea smoke began to diminish, I continued on anyway. Still dark, I couldn’t see how much sea smoke was present, I composed an image using the 4 boats in the harbor. As the sun began to rise I started to see some sea smoke in the distance and began shooting. The combination of all the elements created a beautiful image.

As Summer comes to an end, the Harvest season is well underway. Local farms are beginning the final push before winter to harvest the remaining crops that we all share at the dinner table. This image was captured at a local farm near me during the sunset golden hour. The warm rays of the Sun illuminate the corn stalks and show the vast expanse needed to grow such a staple crop. Happy Harvest season.

Tucked away at the base of the White Mountains you will find Wonalancet Union Church. The chapel is a wonderful sight for all who pass by and during the fall it glows amongst the foliage. It may be small amongst the giant peaks that surround it but it has unmatchable character.

The North Church in Portsmouth is the center piece of the city. Its bright white steeple stands tall and is the most photographed building in the city. I try to find new and interesting compositions of this amazing piece of architecture. I captured this image during the morning blue hour light. The tungsten street lights helped to expose the red bricks that nicely complemented the deep blue and violet sky just prior to sunrise.

In the midst of the White Mountain National Forest, for over 150 years, the Albany Covered Bridge spans the Swift River. Strong and everlasting like the Forest where it’s found, this perfect example of craftsmanship can be enjoyed day or night. Just be sure that if you visit after dark, bring a flashlight as there is no artificial light.

The cool blue tones that surrounded the Nubble yesterday morning were just as inviting as a vivid colorful sunrise. I think it worked best for this image as the large pieces of granite that point towards the lighthouse are more dynamic in this light.

In the early morning hours of February, Nubble’s red beacon illuminates the small island to warn sailors of the obstacle ahead. In the background the stars of the Milkyway illuminate the sky as it rises for the first time of the year.

Portsmouth Harbor Lighthouse is less photographed than its neighbor Whaleback Lighthouse but that doesn’t make her less picturesque. PHL is at the mouth of the Piscataqua River and plays an important role of guiding ships in and out of Portsmouth. The lighthouse has been performing its job since 1878 and shows no signs of retiring any time soon.

I enjoyed watching the Air Force Thunderbirds perform at Pease Air Force Base. They know how to put on a show.

The cold rolled steel of the Memorial Bridge in Portsmouth New Hampshire is illuminated with several light that change colors frequently. On this night the lights shined purple and made for an extraordinary image.