NATURE :: Juno Sunrise Exaggerated

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Chip Bunnell Photography Jupiter Juno Beach FloridaIt’s Friday which means it’s time to cut loose and welcome the weekend! I had an opportunity to meet up with photographer Steve Huskisson to capture the Juno Beach pier at sunrise. After a night of pretty intense storms, the weather gods smiled and left interesting clouds and wonderful colors to make a beautiful sunrise. I made several images of sites around the area and then turned my attention to the pier as the sun began to streak across the horizon. The clouds had depth and texture while the colors covered a wide spectrum. The light-frosted waves lapped against the shore leaving only a reflection as they retreated back to the waiting ocean. It was a terrific morning.

I find the ocean to be both a grounding force as well as where creativity can be derived. To celebrate both, I processed this image a bit on the wild side with exaggerated tones. The dark shadows give a solid base while the explosive colors show creativity and depth. Each of us see the world through our own eyes and our own experiences. This frame will resonate differently with each person.

3 Frame HDR, Processed in Photomatix Pro, LR and Topaz Clarity

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Sturgeon Bay Canal Pierhead

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Chip Bunnell Photography Architecture Lighthouse

As summer has arrived and I look forward to the adventures that will come, I also find myself reflecting on activities from last year as well. In just a few weeks will mark the 1 year anniversary of my 1st visit to Door County, WI, a tourist hotspot for those in WI and Chicago. The weather was wonderful and the family fun-loving as always. During this trip my mother was able to join us. Much to her delight, we would spend a period of time visiting the local lighthouses and enjoying their different looks and architectural details. This is an image I made of one such lighthouse – The Sturgeon Bay Ship Canal Pierhead.

Located on Lake Michigan, there was a need for ships to have a long distance marker to show the entry to the canal leading to the protection of Sturgeon Bay. Construction on the 1,100’ long pier and the smaller 150’ adjacent pierhead was completed in November 1881. The wooden structure was completed in March 1882. May 15, 1882 marked the first night the red glow of the newly built light could be seen. Today, the lighthouse remains in operation and immaculate condition thanks to the Coast Guard personnel stationed in the lighthouse complex.

3 Frame Hand-held HDR, Processed in Photomatix Pro, LR and PS

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