First Light | South End

First Light | South End

Although summer is on its way out – it continues to give us gorgeous mornings and beautiful weather. I made the most of it this weekend with a sunrise paddle, launching from New Castle and heading towards the South End, with the hopes of capturing great light and reflections at high tide. When I arrived under the Route 1B bridge this scene nearly knocked me out and I knew it was worth the early wake up.

A Warm Summer Sunset at Goose Rocks Beach

A Warm Summer Sunset

With another winter storm bringing more than a foot of snow, while I enjoy getting out and shooting the conditions, it’s also always nice to remember that summer will return.  This image is a view of sunset from Goose Rocks Beach in Kennebunkport, Maine.

On The Decks (Summer in Portsmouth)

On The Decks (Summer in Portsmouth)

In the heart of winter amidst bitter cold and multiple feet of snow – it’s always nice to remember the warmer days in Portsmouth.  Summertime is filled with great outdoor activities of entirely different kinds (no jackets/mittens/hats required) – and with many options for having a drink out on the waterfront (complete with an amazing view of sunset).  Here’s to warmer days!

Rainbow Over Great Cove Boat Club

Rainbow Over Great Cove Boat Club

A vibrant double rainbow appeared over the Great Cove Marina in Eliot, Maine after last night’s thunderstorm.  Because of my location and equipment on hand, I only captured the single rainbow – but love its vibrancy and how it disappears behind the trees on the horizon.

The US Coast Guard Eagle Tall Ship

The US Coast Guard Eagle Tall Ship

This incredible example of a tall ship was docked in town around this time last year.  I thought I’d post this in anticipation of the tall ships that will be spending the weekend here in Portsmouth again this year – docked at the commercial fish pier at Peirce Island.

Hazy Sunset Over Portsmouth

Hazy Sunset Over Portsmouth

Thanks to the perfect conditions, the sun appeared as a fiery orange ball over the South End waterfront in Portsmouth.   On our way home from a Great Island Common picnic and dessert at The Ice House, we were welcomed back into Portsmouth by this incredible and memorable scene.

North Church in a Pink Fog

North Church in a Pink Fog.

One of the more memorable sunsets I’ve experienced in some time!  The thick fog hung around as the sun set, with the Portsmouth skyline barely visible from Kittery, Maine on the opposite side of the Piscataqua River.  The fog was lit an eerie pink hue – creating a scene that I couldn’t have dreamed up.

A Summer Sunset

A summer sunset as seen from the banks of Kittery, Maine overlooking the Piscataqua River.  This is another of my favorites from one of the most memorable sunsets of the summer.  It also happened to be the night of my third anniversary, which was an extra special gift to enjoy to celebrate the occasion!