Cove Point Lighthouse

Love the detail here.

I love the House, i wish i live there. :)

Cove Point Lighthouse by beforethecoffee.

It’s a bit tricky getting to this location, “NO” signs everywhere, the neighbors are highly suspicious so it’s impossible to park anywhere. I did have a big lie ready, (sorry God) about meeting a Realtor there to look at a house, I parked in front of a house with a “For Sale” sign. When I got to the lighthouse there were signs posted “No walking on Seawall or Rocks” so to get to the other side I had to wade in the water and walk on a few rocks (sorry again).

Cove Point Lighthouse was built in 1828 to guide mariners up and down the Chesapeake Bay. The first lighthouse keeper was paid $350/yr and was kept busy cleaning the lenses, trimming the wicks, and hauling whale oil up the steps to fuel the lamps every few hours, 24 hours a day. The intense smokeless lights could be seen for up to 15 miles.

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Justin Casey says:

I'll do it for $300 a year... awesome shot.
Posted 3 months ago. ( permalink )

charlotteinkennesaw says:

BTC,

This is absolutely a prize winner and so worth the trouble you took to take it! God bless you.
Posted 3 months ago. ( permalink )

jenniferjayy [deleted] says:

this is amazing!
Posted 3 months ago. ( permalink )

manfred-hartmann says:

wooooow, fantastic colors !!!!
Posted 3 months ago. ( permalink )

generationD3 says:

everything about this capture is right on the button....wouldn't expect anything else....great job
Posted 3 months ago. ( permalink )

rbRONO says:

Upon reading the description, it's outlandish and looks like a setting of one scary movie. In spite of that, this is another MAGNIFICENT work of art of Ferrel. Thanks for sharing and keep on shooting.
Posted 3 months ago. ( permalink )

FlorinC says:

Awesome framing and exposure...great shot!
Posted 3 months ago. ( permalink )

p beatty says:

That is just spectacular. Great shot!
Posted 3 months ago. ( permalink )

J.Kirkland says:

Breathtaking. Love the colors.
Posted 3 months ago. ( permalink )

NikonDigifan says:

Very nice Ferrell, a real beauty.
Posted 3 months ago. ( permalink )

Homayoun ! says:

Hi, I'm an admin for a group called ☆The Power Of Now ☆, and we'd love to have this added to the group!
Posted 3 months ago. ( permalink )

Tumbleweed Photography~Carole~ says:

gorgeous Congrats On Explore
Posted 3 months ago. ( permalink )

UGArdener says:

Beautiful work - Seen in Explore on Thursday Evening!
Posted 3 months ago. ( permalink )

Tall Bob says:

Wow, fantastic image and photography!!! Congrats as well on making Explore!

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Posted 3 months ago. ( permalink )

flint photos says:

so nice
looks otherworldly
perfect time of day
Posted 3 months ago. ( permalink )

flint photos says:

and well worth the effort and trouble
Posted 3 months ago. ( permalink )

Nokie† says:

Absolutely Beautiful! Congrats on Explore!!
Posted 3 months ago. ( permalink )

van Kampen Photography says:

Wow Ferrell, excellently composed and processed. Perfect example of the way HDR should be used...but then again, you knew that. Hope life is well my friend!
Posted 3 months ago. ( permalink )

van Kampen Photography says:

Being a Coast Guardsman myself, did you know that Lighthouse Keepers were originally a part of the U.S. Lifesaving Service which eventually got rolled into the US Coast Guard.

So calming these shots are!
Posted 3 months ago. ( permalink )

~ foqiazafar ~ (ON / OFF) says:

This is really superb capture well done ~
Posted 3 months ago. ( permalink )

feekner says:

awesome color!
Posted 3 months ago. ( permalink )

soumitra911 says:

WOW !! Awesome !!!
Posted 3 months ago. ( permalink )

Mitch.A says:

Great shot ! beautiful composition and magical colors !!

Well done .
Posted 3 months ago. ( permalink )

Janet 59 says:

Out of this world!
Seen in Explore
Posted 3 months ago. ( permalink )

Boshaft says:

gorgeous and haunting, all in one
Posted 3 months ago. ( permalink )

k4zzt says:

perfect, and good work on sneaking in there to get the shot, I know how that is, and unfortunately this is becoming more so
Posted 3 months ago. ( permalink )

lookpw.com says:

Just fantastic!!!
Posted 3 months ago. ( permalink )

beforethecoffee says:

As photographers we all know you've got to push the limits and at times take a chance that authority will catch you. Trey Ratcliff said to me one time, "If I walk in the place like I own it, most security won't bother me." Obviously this works some of the time. My advice is take some chances, be safe, and always have a good explanation ready :)
Posted 3 months ago. ( permalink )

ullispain says:

This is simply perfection!

- This wonderful photo was seen in: ☆The Power Of Now ☆
Posted 3 months ago. ( permalink )

Homayoun ! says:

Thanks for sharing in ☆The Power Of Now ☆group ♥
Posted 3 months ago. ( permalink )

pyukie ( sooo busy gotta study ) says:

fantastic image.
love the tones :)
Posted 3 months ago. ( permalink )

derekenz says:

Stunning!!!
Posted 3 months ago. ( permalink )

Amblekingrat says:

wonderful,subtle hdr.a great image,well done my friend.

- This wonderful photo was seen in: ☆The Power Of Now ☆
Posted 3 months ago. ( permalink )

mona.hura says:

This is an awesome photo! Beautiful coloring and details! Such a nice job that you did!
Posted 3 months ago. ( permalink )

anomena says:

beautiful..
Seen in Magical Worlds!
Posted 3 months ago. ( permalink )

LML says:

Beautiful sky!!!
Posted 3 months ago. ( permalink )

alicepopkorn says:

magical :)

- This wonderful photo was seen in: ☆The Power Of Now ☆
Posted 3 months ago. ( permalink )

mrapplegate says:

Well worth the sneaky effort :) Seen on explore.
Posted 3 months ago. ( permalink )

daaynos says:

Fantastic shot!!!
Posted 3 months ago. ( permalink )

valentino * says:

bella fotografia
Posted 3 months ago. ( permalink )

Tony Borrach says:

His tag was found among the 50 most important 2009.08.20

add to our group this beautiful picture!!!
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Posted 3 months ago. ( permalink )

luckyonthecliff, Kathy "Cody" Robinson says:

- This wonderful photo was seen in: ☆The Power Of Now ☆

Absolutely enchanting!!
Posted 3 months ago. ( permalink )

SteveClick71 says:

Sono L'Amministratore di un Gruppo chiamato: In viaggio con la mia Nikon.
I am The Administrator of a group called: Traveling with my Nikon.

Complimenti la tua foto e' bellissima!!!
This shot is wonderful!!!

Sei invitato a posarla su:
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In travel with my Nikon.

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A Million to One (blueturban.net) says:

Hi, I'm an admin for a group called The Big Sky (Landscapes, Skyscapes, and Cityscapes), and we'd love to have this added to the group!

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Greg 50 says:

Fabulous shot, I instantly faved it.
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Dizzy-Lizzy says:

Oh how lovely! The lighting is perfect! Congratulations on Explore!
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Bern@t says:

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Congrats on making it to Front Page! You can grab the FP screenshot here:
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You can keep track of your FP photos in the future here. :)
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WTL photos says:

fantastic JOB!!!! what a view
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Javier Volcan 2.0 says:

Hermosa.
Posted 3 months ago. ( permalink )

sole searcher says:

This is a really spectacular image!
Posted 3 months ago. ( permalink )

nosamk says:

just fabulous!! I love the composition and colors
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Merilee Phillips says:

- This wonderful photo was seen in: ☆The Power Of Now ☆
Posted 3 months ago. ( permalink )

` S P O İ L E Ð says:

well Done (Y)
Posted 3 months ago. ( permalink )

carlos_seo says:

This is amazing! Great composition, lighting and tones!

Congrats on the front page and have a great weekend!
Posted 3 months ago. ( permalink )

pentax hammer (gary syrba) says:

This is one of the best lighthouse photos I have ever seen. Congrats on Explore's Front Page! You really earned this!
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Kemp's Camera says:

Amazing!

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favona says:

wow beautiful shot. so serene
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hernan.seoane says:

Seen on Explore, congrats! :)
Posted 3 months ago. ( permalink )

JohnsonWong says:

wow stunning sky....fantastic shot
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yeoldeblackhippie says:

beautiful
Posted 3 months ago. ( permalink )

AbhijeetV says:

Amazing colors and composition!! Congrats!
Posted 3 months ago. ( permalink )

Peep O'Daze says:

Outstanding shot!
Posted 3 months ago. ( permalink )

agdall says:

Spectacular image and great story!
Posted 3 months ago. ( permalink )

FUNKYAH says:

so dramatic ! loved it
Posted 3 months ago. ( permalink )

Jason's Travel Photography says:

Amazing light!
Posted 3 months ago. ( permalink )

Nuragic Man says:

This photo is invited to / Esta foto está invitada a:

"The Key of your Mind
REMEMBER Post 1 Award 3 "
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Nuragic Man says:

Hi, I'm an admin for a group called Photos around the clock - (Invited photos only), and we'd love to have this added to the group!
Posted 3 months ago. ( permalink )

blerimi-prizren says:

Fantastic photo! Such a magic lightning!

☆The Power Of Now ☆
Posted 3 months ago. ( permalink )

striking_photography says:

WOW Well worth the risk!
Incredible!
Posted 3 months ago. ( permalink )

Reddy E. says:

absolutely stuning!!
This is a Legacy Gallery Shot!
Here is your invitation to post your shot to the Best of the Best:

Post 1 Award 1 Immediately
Please tag your shot: Legacy
~Mod Approved~

p.s.
I do not know if you accept invites or awards, but this is
sensational , brilliant work!
Posted 3 months ago. ( permalink )

principonemio says:

Hi, I'm an admin for a group called ***SPETTACOLARE*** Express your Best! Post 1 & Award 3, and we'd love to have this added to the group!
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tilted_john says:

Superb.
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caseyphoto68 says:

Hi, I'm an admin for a group called Tri-pods and Slow Shutter Speeds, and we'd love to have this added to the group!

Congrats. on making Explore !!
Posted 3 months ago. ( permalink )

CVNguyen says:

beautiful...
Posted 3 months ago. ( permalink )

canonsmith says:

Love the color and composition. It's a fave.
Posted 3 months ago. ( permalink )

Gino Caron says:

Very beautiful!

This wonderful photo was seen in: ☆The Power Of Now ☆
Posted 3 months ago. ( permalink )

Beng0112 says:

Awesome Shot!
Posted 3 months ago. ( permalink )

trifoil says:

great colors, wonderful shot!
Posted 3 months ago. ( permalink )

8230This&That says:

Awesome photo...worth the effort!
Posted 3 months ago. ( permalink )

SkyShaper says:

I think I could live there

awesome work btc
Posted 3 months ago. ( permalink )

ThePres6 says:

Some gorgeous hues and a beautiful moment Ferrell!! So many of the best vantages are just so hard to access -;0)
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LaurenMetcalfe says:

Invite
THIS SHOT IS LIKE A CLEAR LIGHT IN THE NIGHT, THANK YOU!
***SPETTACOLARE*** (Post 1 - Award 3)
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gb3 photography says:

its good to lie , sometimes , this is stunning, sometimes ya gotta come out of your comfort zone to get a beauty like this
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Far & Away says:

Invite
THIS SHOT IS LIKE A CLEAR LIGHT IN THE NIGHT, THANK YOU!
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♥ Nadia ♥ says:

Hi, I'm an admin for a group called *** FRATELLO SOLE ♥ SORELLA LUNA *** [ High-Profile Group! ], and we'd love to have this added to the group!
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gérard lavalette says:

Invite
THIS SHOT IS LIKE A CLEAR LIGHT IN THE NIGHT, THANK YOU!
***SPETTACOLARE*** (Post 1 - Award 3)
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Joe Bianchi says:

This Timeless beauty was Seen in-Vista su,
Photos Around the Clock!

Photos Around the Clock
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S Alex Maier says:

Hi, I'm an admin for a group called The Watchtower, Admin Invite only ( P1, C1 ), and we'd love to have this added to the group!
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shrivant says:

A HDR that looks natural! love the warm tones and detail
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Fort Photo says:

Excellent!

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bobrizz1 says:

Nice image and color tones

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Marcelo-Vieira says:

Amazing light! Very impressive!
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Nuragic Man says:

This Timeless beauty was Seen in-Vista su,
Photos Around the Clock!

Photos Around the Clock
Posted 3 months ago. ( permalink )

Bhushan Patil. says:

awesome work !
Posted 3 months ago. ( permalink )

billposter says:

Well worth the hassle. Stunning
Posted 3 months ago. ( permalink )

katj's says:

Oh how I love lighthouse's and would have done the same thing you did to get the shot which is totally amazing!!! Love it! Well worht the work to get it! :^D
Posted 3 months ago. ( permalink )

psychoticadvisor says:

Fantastic shot!
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DWImages- says:

Congratulation on Exp. well merited.
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Eric Webb Photography says:

Fantastic, beautifully captured~!!
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