Down East Light and Shadow

by Rick Berk

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Down East Light and Shadow

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Rick Berk

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Photograph - Photo - Print

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This aerial photograph, rendered in striking black and white, captures the serene and timeless beauty of the Lubec Channel Lighthouse in Maine. Viewed from directly above, the lighthouse appears as a stark, circular form amidst the contrasting shades of the channel's waters. The absence of color emphasizes the interplay of light and shadow, with the early morning sun casting an elongated shadow of the lighthouse across the channel, creating a dramatic and compelling composition. This monochromatic palette strips the scene down to its essence, highlighting the architectural simplicity of the lighthouse and the tranquil expanse of water that surrounds it. The calmness of the waters and the starkness of the lighthouse against this backdrop evoke a sense of solitude and timelessness. Through the use of black and white, this photograph not only showcases the architectural elegance of the Lubec Channel Lighthouse but also captures the quiet majesty of Maine's coastal landscape in a more evocative and poignant manner.

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March 11th, 2024

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