Annual Marblehead Harbor Lighting

Less than 100 days remain until we can bask in the warmth and gaze at the beauty of the Annual Marblehead Harbor Lighting.

This image was taken within 2 months of our arrival in town.  As many of you know, we moved here from Washington, DC in May 2008 when I started work as an Allergist at the Asthma and Allergy Affiliates.  I had little knowledge or expectations for the annual fireworks display having been spoiled by the show in Boston and DC in the past few years.  I decided to head out on my bike and see if I […]

By |March 27, 2013|Fireworks|2 Comments

Harbor Illumination

iPhone/iPad users – click the grey title bar for an iPhone friendly version (pinch to zoom that one).

Before the fireworks began, I had another image in mind and carefully setup to try to achieve what you see above. I photographed the harbor at a focal length of 105mm (approximately 4x zoom equivalent) using 28 vertical images. The combined image is a staggering 325 megapixels. I then uploaded it to Gigapan and embedded their viewer above. By using the controls, you can zoom in as far as you want and see fine detail throughout the […]

Fireworks from Crocker Park

Marblehead fireworks

Another Fourth of July has come and gone and, with it, another incredible fireworks display over the harbor.  I struggled in choosing a spot for this year’s show.  I had previously shot twice from Chandler Hovey park and once from Fort Sewall.  After scouting areas early this week, I decided on Crocker Park.  As I did in the past two years, I sought a vantage point from which I could include the crowd.  I found that seeing people […]

Marblehead Fireworks – Best Show Around

I couldn’t think of a better image to start off this extended Fourth of July weekend than my first shot of Marblehead’s fireworks.  Since I started this site in August 2010, this image taken from the 2009 show has never been shared.  Seemed like a great way to set the scene for what promises to be a great week.  I’m posting my other fireworks images below for those who may have missed them or just want a taste of what’s to come this Wednesday (in Marblehead).

By |June 29, 2012|Fireworks|5 Comments