This week’s shot of the week is a throw-back, as weather and time were not exceedingly cooperative this week.
Nubble at Night
It’s not a frequent occurrence for me to do night photography, even though it is something that I enjoy, as it’s a thinking photographer’s game. This shot is from December 2014, when Nubble Light on Cape Neddick, ME, was decorated with lights for the holiday season.
From a position, low on the rocks, I noticed that I could get a nice long reflection of the light on the island, including some on the rocks that were moist from the surf. In case you wonder, the ocean was flat, as this is a side effect of very long exposures.
Hope you enjoy!
Technical Details
This image was captured with my Canon EOS 5D Mk III using an EF 17-40mm f/4L lens. Exposure settings were at f/18, 100 ISO and 2.5 minutes of open shutter (yes, a full 130 seconds).
A Fresh Perspective
Photography is more than just a vehicle for capturing the world around me; it provides me with a palette and a set of brushes, with which I paint not only what I see, but also look to express the emotions that are evoked by the scene in front of me in that moment.
Growing up in the Netherlands exposed me to a wide cross-section of visual arts that laid the foundation of my photographic view of all that surrounds me. Early influences were the Dutch Masters of the 17th century, to whom I was introduced by my grandfather during museum explorations; favorites among them are the scenes of quotidian life depicted by Jan Steen and Frans Hals and the vivid landscapes of Jacob van Ruisdael.
My classical high school education was supplemented by the Boijmans Van Beuningen museum, where I spent many a lunch hour exploring its great collection. Here I was introduced to surrealism with a particular love for the approach taken by Salvador Dali; Dali also rekindled my appreciation for the work of Hieronymus Bosch, who often showed the folly of us mortals.
Universal Connections
My approach to any photographic subject is to look for understanding first; in this I look to establish either a connection between the viewer and the subject or capture the connection of the subject with its surroundings. The captured image then aims to portray this connection from a perspective that is part of my personal interpretation.
This interpretation is often a form of externalized introspection, which may alternately display the connection of isolated beings and items with their environment or highlight the whimsy of the profound world, in which we find ourselves. The universe is full of connections, many of which are waiting to be discovered; part of my journey as a photographer is to document these connections.
Any assignment, be it an event, a product shoot or a portrait session is always approached through communication with the client; this is where the first connection is established. Ideas are exchanged and a collaborative plan of action forms, ultimately resulting in a set of images that aim to exceed the expectations of each client.
And, lest we forget, it is important to have fun while practicing the serious business of photography!
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Nubble Light is my favorite place. I have lived in a lot of place, but nothing comes close. Growing up in New Hampshire on the coast, I spent more time sitting on those rocks you are shooting from than I could ever count. When I look at this picture all I feel is…home.
Beautiful!
Thank you!
It’s magical! I love the lights and the colors. 🙂
Thank you very much!!
My Favorite Light!!!! Beautiful photo!!!!
Thank you kindly!!
Nubble Light is my favorite place. I have lived in a lot of place, but nothing comes close. Growing up in New Hampshire on the coast, I spent more time sitting on those rocks you are shooting from than I could ever count. When I look at this picture all I feel is…home.
It’s awesome to hear that this photo brings you the feeling of home! I couldn’t wish for anything better! Thank you!
Mesmerizing!
Thank you!
Gorgeous!
Thanks!
Just gorgeous!
Thank you very much!
That shot definitely has a fantastical quality about it!
Thank you!
Great shot!
Thank you!
night shots can be so tricky, the composition of this is so lovely. Thank you for sharing
Thank you very much! Yes, they are a little tricky, so a shutter release with a timer is the perfect solution 🙂
Magnifique!
Merci beaucoup !
Superb!
Thank you very much!