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Door County, Wisconsin, is a little slice of heaven … at least during the summer, when I've visited. An extremely popular tourist destination, especially for Illinois residents, Door County is home to roughly 30,000 people, and a great deal of outdoor recreation possibilities. Thanks to the 1881 completion of the Sturgeon Bay Shipping Canal, the northern half of what used to be a peninsula is now technically an island, but either way, it is surrounded by water, and views like this are common in all directions from Door County. Available in the following sizes (Rectangle B): 12x8, 18x12, 24x16, 30x20, 36x24, 45x30, 60x40, 72x48.
Door County, Wisconsin, is a little slice of heaven … at least during the summer, when I've visited. An extremely popular tourist destination, especially for Illinois residents, Door County is home to roughly 30,000 people, and a great deal of outdoor recreation possibilities. There are paved roads throughout the county, but there are also countless dirt roads that allow access to lesser-known parks and beaches, and scenes like this aren't terribly hard to find. Available in the following sizes (Rectangle B): 12x8, 18x12, 24x16, 30x20, 36x24, 45x30, 60x40, 72x48.
Sturgeon Bay Ship Canal Pierhead
Door County, Wisconsin, is a little slice of heaven … at least during the summer, when I've visited. An extremely popular tourist destination, especially for Illinois residents, Door County is home to roughly 30,000 people, and a great deal of outdoor recreation possibilities. Thanks to the 1881 completion of the Sturgeon Bay Shipping Canal, the northern half of what used to be a peninsula is now technically an island. The lighthouse in this photo is called “Sturgeon Bay Ship Canal Pierhead,” and it is worth a visit. The bright red of the lighthouse really stands out against the blue water and sky. Available in the following sizes (Rectangle B): 12x8, 18x12, 24x16, 30x20, 36x24, 45x30, 60x40, 72x48.
Sturgeon Bay Ship Canal Pierhead 2
Door County, Wisconsin, is a little slice of heaven … at least during the summer, when I've visited. An extremely popular tourist destination, especially for Illinois residents, Door County is home to roughly 30,000 people, and a great deal of outdoor recreation possibilities. Thanks to the 1881 completion of the Sturgeon Bay Shipping Canal, the northern half of what used to be a peninsula is now technically an island. The lighthouse in this photo is called “Sturgeon Bay Ship Canal Pierhead,” and it is worth a visit. The bright red of the lighthouse really stands out against the blue water and sky. Available in the following sizes (Rectangle B): 12x8, 18x12, 24x16, 30x20, 36x24, 45x30, 60x40, 72x48.
Door County, Wisconsin, is a little slice of heaven … at least during the summer, when I've visited. An extremely popular tourist destination, especially for Illinois residents, Door County is home to roughly 30,000 people, and a great deal of outdoor recreation possibilities. Thanks to the 1881 completion of the Sturgeon Bay Shipping Canal, the northern half of what used to be a peninsula is now technically an island. The lighthouse in this photo is called “Sturgeon Bay Ship Canal Pierhead,” and it is worth a visit. The bright red of the lighthouse really stands out against the blue water and sky. Available in the following sizes (Rectangle B): 12x8, 18x12, 24x16, 30x20, 36x24, 45x30, 60x40, 72x48.
And That's Why We Need Lighthouses
Door County, Wisconsin, is a little slice of heaven … at least during the summer, when I've visited. An extremely popular tourist destination, especially for Illinois residents, Door County is home to roughly 30,000 people, and a great deal of outdoor recreation possibilities. Thanks to the 1881 completion of the Sturgeon Bay Shipping Canal, the northern half of what used to be a peninsula is now technically an island. The barely-visible lighthouse in this photo is called “Sturgeon Bay Ship Canal Pierhead,” and it is worth a visit. I've visited the lighthouse on blue-sky days, and on days like this one. Each provides a unique type of beauty. It's difficult to tell in this photo, but the lighthouse itself is actually bright red. Available in the following sizes (Rectangle B): 12x8, 18x12, 24x16, 30x20, 36x24, 45x30, 60x40, 72x48.
Door County, Wisconsin, is a little slice of heaven … at least during the summer, when I've visited. An extremely popular tourist destination, especially for Illinois residents, Door County is home to roughly 30,000 people, and a great deal of outdoor recreation possibilities. Thanks to the 1881 completion of the Sturgeon Bay Shipping Canal, the northern half of what used to be a peninsula is now technically an island. The lighthouse in this photo is called “Sturgeon Bay Ship Canal Pierhead,” and it is worth a visit. I've visited the lighthouse on blue-sky days, and on days like this one. Each provides a unique type of beauty. I didn't see any ships moving around on the day I took this photo, and that's probably a good thing. The area is rife with history of terrible shipwrecks and with conditions like this, it's no wonder why. Available in the following sizes (Rectangle B): 12x8, 18x12, 24x16, 30x20, 36x24, 45x30, 60x40, 72x48.
Door County, Wisconsin, is a little slice of heaven … at least during the summer, when I've visited. An extremely popular tourist destination, especially for Illinois residents, Door County is home to roughly 30,000 people, and a great deal of outdoor recreation possibilities. Thanks to the 1881 completion of the Sturgeon Bay Shipping Canal, the northern half of what used to be a peninsula is now technically an island. The path shown in this photo leads to a bright red lighthouse called “Sturgeon Bay Ship Canal Pierhead,” and with visibility like this, it's probably a good thing it is there. This photo makes it look like this path could continue indefinitely, but in truth, the path ends probably a hundred yards or so from where I took the photo. Available in the following sizes (Rectangle B): 8x12, 12x18, 16x24, 20x30, 24x36, 30x45, 40x60, 48x72.
At the northern end of the Door County, Wisconsin peninsula (it's technically an island, but that's another story) lies Washington Island. Occupying less than 25 square miles, and home to less than a thousand year-round residents, it can be reached by taking a half-hour ferry ride from Northport, and is well worth a visit. One's experience is going to be hugely impacted by the weather. The day before I visited Washington Island, in August, 2018, the weather was awful. Fog everywhere. But the next day, when I went to Washington Island, the weather was perfect. This photo looks like it could have been taken in the Caribbean. But no, this is actually Lake Michigan from Washington Island. Available in the following sizes (Rectangle B): 12x8, 18x12, 24x16, 30x20, 36x24, 45x30, 60x40, 72x48.
The World is Flat (Actually It Isn't)
At the northern end of the Door County, Wisconsin peninsula (it's technically an island, but that's another story) lies Washington Island. Occupying less than 25 square miles, and home to less than a thousand year-round residents, it can be reached by taking a half-hour ferry ride from Northport, and is well worth a visit. One's experience is going to be hugely impacted by the weather. The day before I visited Washington Island, in August, 2018, the weather was awful. Fog everywhere. But the next day, when I went to Washington Island, the weather was perfect. This photo looks like it could have been taken in the Caribbean. But no, this is actually Lake Michigan from Washington Island. Available in the following sizes (Panorama A): 20x10, 24x12, 32x16, 40x20, 48x24, 60x30, 60x30 Triptych (3 x 20x30), 72x36, 72x36 Triptych (3 x 24x36).
At the northern end of the Door County, Wisconsin peninsula (it's technically an island, but that's another story) lies Washington Island. Occupying less than 25 square miles, and home to less than a thousand year-round residents, it can be reached by taking a half-hour ferry ride from Northport, and is well worth a visit. One's experience is going to be hugely impacted by the weather. The day before I visited Washington Island, in August, 2018, the weather was awful. Fog everywhere. But the next day, when I went to Washington Island, the weather was perfect. This photo looks like it could have been taken in the Caribbean. But no, this is actually Lake Michigan from Washington Island. Available in the following sizes (Rectangle B): 12x8, 18x12, 24x16, 30x20, 36x24, 45x30, 60x40, 72x48.
At the northern end of the Door County, Wisconsin peninsula (it's technically an island, but that's another story) lies Washington Island. Occupying less than 25 square miles, and home to less than a thousand year-round residents, it can be reached by taking a half-hour ferry ride from Northport, and is well worth a visit. One's experience is going to be hugely impacted by the weather. The day before I visited Washington Island, in August, 2018, the weather was awful. Fog everywhere. But the next day, when I went to Washington Island, the weather was perfect. This photo looks like it could have been taken in the Caribbean. But no, this is actually Lake Michigan from Washington Island. Available in the following sizes (Rectangle B): 12x8, 18x12, 24x16, 30x20, 36x24, 45x30, 60x40, 72x48.
One Day, There Will Be Lavender
At the northern end of the Door County, Wisconsin peninsula (it's technically an island, but that's another story) lies Washington Island. Occupying less than 25 square miles, and home to less than a thousand year-round residents, it can be reached by taking a half-hour ferry ride from Northport, and is well worth a visit. I took this photo at a lavender farm on the island in late August, 2018, shortly after the flowers had all been harvested. Hopefully I'll be fortunate enough to return someday with slightly better timing, so I can take this same photo, but with flowers in it! Available in the following sizes (Rectangle B): 12x8, 18x12, 24x16, 30x20, 36x24, 45x30, 60x40, 72x48.
At the northern end of the Door County, Wisconsin peninsula (it's technically an island, but that's another story) lies Washington Island. Occupying less than 25 square miles, and home to less than a thousand year-round residents, it can be reached by taking a half-hour ferry ride from Northport, and is well worth a visit. I think my favorite part of my Washington Island visit, in August, 2018, was School House Beach, where I took this photo. Apparently, it is one of only five sand-less beaches on the planet, and the rocks that make up the beach are smooth and beautiful. If you visit, don't take any rocks, though – there's a steep fine if you get caught! Available in the following sizes (Rectangle B): 12x8, 18x12, 24x16, 30x20, 36x24, 45x30, 60x40, 72x48.
At the northern end of the Door County, Wisconsin peninsula (it's technically an island, but that's another story) lies Washington Island. Occupying less than 25 square miles, and home to less than a thousand year-round residents, it can be reached by taking a half-hour ferry ride from Northport, and is well worth a visit. I think my favorite part of my Washington Island visit, in August, 2018, was School House Beach, where I took this photo. Apparently, it is one of only five sand-less beaches on the planet, and the rocks that make up the beach are smooth and beautiful. If you visit, don't take any rocks, though – there's a steep fine if you get caught! Available in the following sizes (Rectangle B): 12x8, 18x12, 24x16, 30x20, 36x24, 45x30, 60x40, 72x48.
At the northern end of the Door County, Wisconsin peninsula (it's technically an island, but that's another story) lies Washington Island. Occupying less than 25 square miles, and home to less than a thousand year-round residents, it can be reached by taking a half-hour ferry ride from Northport, and is well worth a visit. I think my favorite part of my Washington Island visit, in August, 2018, was School House Beach, where I took this photo. Apparently, it is one of only five sand-less beaches on the planet, and the rocks that make up the beach are smooth and beautiful. If you visit, don't take any rocks, though – there's a steep fine if you get caught! Available in the following sizes (Rectangle B): 12x8, 18x12, 24x16, 30x20, 36x24, 45x30, 60x40, 72x48.
At the northern end of the Door County, Wisconsin peninsula (it's technically an island, but that's another story) lies Washington Island. Occupying less than 25 square miles, and home to less than a thousand year-round residents, it can be reached by taking a half-hour ferry ride from Northport, and is well worth a visit. I think my favorite part of my Washington Island visit, in August, 2018, was School House Beach, where I took this photo. Apparently, it is one of only five sand-less beaches on the planet, and the rocks that make up the beach are smooth and beautiful. If you visit, don't take any rocks, though – there's a steep fine if you get caught! Available in the following sizes (Rectangle B): 12x8, 18x12, 24x16, 30x20, 36x24, 45x30, 60x40, 72x48.
There's something very nice about shooting cityscapes that feature a lot of water. Milwaukee is one of those cities that allows a photographer to do just that. I took this photo of the Milwaukee skyline from the pier that extends from Harbor House, and shooting from this location allowed me to place the Milwaukee Art Museum prominently in the foreground. I took the photo shortly after sunset, while some oranges, pinks, and purples were still visible in the sky to the west. Available in the following sizes (Panorama C): 30x10, 36x12, 48x16, 60x20, 72x24, 90x30, 90x30 Triptych (3 x 30x30), 108x36, 108x36 Triptych (3 x 36x36), 120x40, 120x40 Triptych Triptych (3 x 40x40), 144x48 Triptych (3 x 48x48), 162x54 Triptych (3 x 54x54), 180x60 Triptych (3 x 60x60).
There's something very nice about shooting cityscapes that feature a lot of water. Milwaukee is one of those cities that allows a photographer to do just that. I took this photo of the Milwaukee skyline from the pier that extends from Harbor House, and shooting from this location allowed me to place the Milwaukee Art Museum prominently in the foreground. I took the photo shortly after sunset, while some oranges, pinks, and purples were still visible in the sky to the west. Available in the following sizes (Rectangle B): 12x8, 18x12, 24x16, 30x20, 36x24, 45x30, 60x40, 72x48, 80x54, 90x60.
There's something very nice about shooting cityscapes that feature a lot of water. Milwaukee is one of those cities that allows a photographer to do just that. I took this photo of the Milwaukee skyline from Veterans Park, and used the lakeside path as a leading line to guide a viewer's eye into the photo. And with the buildings as nicely-lit as they were on the evening I took the photo, I thought\ using Lake Michigan to reflect the skyline was a good choice. Available in the following sizes (Panorama A): 20x10, 24x12, 32x16, 40x20, 48x24, 60x30, 60x30 Triptych (3 x 20x30), 72x36, 72x36 Triptych (3 x 24x36).
Milwaukee is one of those cities that allows a photographer to use a body of water (in this case, Lake Michigan) in the foreground to enhance the photo. I took this photo of the Milwaukee skyline from Veterans Park, and chose to omit any water, since I'd already captured several photos of the skyline prominently featuring Lake Michigan in the foreground. I'm happy with how it turned out, since it forces one to really appreciate the architecture and the lighting, rather than simply being captivated by a reflection. Available in the following sizes (Panorama C): 30x10, 36x12, 48x16, 60x20, 72x24, 90x30, 90x30 Triptych (3 x 30x30), 108x36, 108x36 Triptych (3 x 36x36), 120x40, 120x40 Triptych Triptych (3 x 40x40), 144x48 Triptych (3 x 48x48).