Beauty Before The Storm....

I tend to pay a lot of attention to weather forecasts, cloud patterns and the like... yesterday there was a prediction of late day Sunday storms... in my experience, when there is a storm coming in there is typically a beautiful sunrise, bright and colorful and often more red than other days.  So I woke at 3:15, got myself showered and packed my gear.  By 4:10 I was in the car and on my way to Long Beach in Gloucester.  I had found out that Jupiter was supposed to be visible and wanted to see it before the moon set.  So, barefoot, I set out into the sand, backpack on with all my gear inside... and proceeded to take a long peaceful stroll under the incredibly beautiful moonlight, Jupiter visible in all its glory above me... the tide rolled in softly on my toes, the sea breeze blowed gently in the air... I strolled down the beach and back again in time for the first whispers of color to start streaking the sky.  As the moon began its descent the rainbow of color began on the horizon... My camera was ready on its tripod, my mood was tranquil... I was alone on the beach, witness to nature's beauty... the twin lights were beckoning and I began to shoot...

I was feeling soft and a little dreamy this morning and got lost in the beauty around me...

The sky was like a rainbow of color.  There is something so completely serene about this time of day, something so magical in the air when watching the world awaken...

The colors in the sky were ever-changing this morning.  I felt blessed to be treated to such beauty.

There was a cloud bank on the horizon and it dropped off exactly where the water ended, as if it was showcasing the sunrise in all its glory.

The guests at the Cape Ann Motor Inn are treated every day to the sun rising over the Twin Lights.

The sun emerged mysteriously through the clouds soon afterwards, a bright red ball in the sky, completing the show with finesse.

Not to be outdone, this seagull decided he needed a spotlight for his photo...

The red ball of the sun lit up all of the windows in the cabins along the shore and reflected back into the sea...

It was truly one of the most beautiful ways to start the day.

Gearing up for autumn...

Summer is slowly fading and autumn is approaching.  It is never too early to start planning for some leaf peeping.  This autumn, I will be holding some foliage photo tours!  Join in on the fun... lots of smiles, great photo tips, assistance with the settings on your camera and a wonderful time outdoors.   The tours will all be held in Cape Ann and will leave from the gallery on Bearskin Neck in the morning to take advantage of the best light of the day.  Call me at (978) 290-3184 or email tours@oasisrockport.com for more details. 

Fashion Photography

I recently had the opportunity to shoot a fashion show here in Rockport.  I thought you might like to see some of the shots from the event so I am including them here.  Some of the models were local people and the others were professionals from Dynasty Models & Talent in Boston MA.  Enjoy!

News...

With the back to school specials at the stores come thoughts of the holidays.  It is not too early to think about holiday portraits.  They make great gifts and are perfect for getting your shopping done early.  I can come to your home or meet you in a place that has special meaning... a park, beach, pond, meadow, your garden... I take natural portraits, not staged in a controlled studio environment, soft portraits with natural light instead of blazing strobes... and if you book now for any time before the end of October I will give you a free consultation, free photo shoot (for an individual, a couple, a family, children, pets all at no extra charge) and a free 8x10 from the shoot. Call me at (978) 290-3184 or email portraits@oasisrockport.com for details.  And call now.  If I don't hear from you by August 31st this offer will expire.  Take a look at this recent portrait and book your shoot today...