Portscatho Sunrise
Sunrises in Cornwall always make for a special way to mark the start of a new day. That said, there are some that are particularly memorable, such as the sunrise showcased in this landscape photography print. Out on this pre-dawn shoot on the Roseland Peninsula, I was hoping to capture the rich colours painting the sky across the picturesque village of Portscatho. Originally, I intended to photograph Portscatho’s harbour, but as the sun rose, I instead positioned myself along the harbour itself facing northeast, capturing the curve of the harbour wall as it bends towards Nare Head.
With just the right combination of timing and elements, I was treated to a slight brush of hazy clouds over the horizon that served to diffuse the sunlight and intensify the colours of the sunrise. The beautiful, clear orb of the sun crested over the village simultaneously illuminates the cottages and adds a warmth to the scene. While the sky is swept with blue and orange hues, the sea itself has a soft pastel palette, reflecting that dreamy state that comes with dawn – in the moments between slumber and activity, night and the light of day.
Sunrises in Cornwall always make for a special way to mark the start of a new day. That said, there are some that are particularly memorable, such as the sunrise showcased in this landscape photography print. Out on this pre-dawn shoot on the Roseland Peninsula, I was hoping to capture the rich colours painting the sky across the picturesque village of Portscatho. Originally, I intended to photograph Portscatho’s harbour, but as the sun rose, I instead positioned myself along the harbour itself facing northeast, capturing the curve of the harbour wall as it bends towards Nare Head.
With just the right combination of timing and elements, I was treated to a slight brush of hazy clouds over the horizon that served to diffuse the sunlight and intensify the colours of the sunrise. The beautiful, clear orb of the sun crested over the village simultaneously illuminates the cottages and adds a warmth to the scene. While the sky is swept with blue and orange hues, the sea itself has a soft pastel palette, reflecting that dreamy state that comes with dawn – in the moments between slumber and activity, night and the light of day.
Sunrises in Cornwall always make for a special way to mark the start of a new day. That said, there are some that are particularly memorable, such as the sunrise showcased in this landscape photography print. Out on this pre-dawn shoot on the Roseland Peninsula, I was hoping to capture the rich colours painting the sky across the picturesque village of Portscatho. Originally, I intended to photograph Portscatho’s harbour, but as the sun rose, I instead positioned myself along the harbour itself facing northeast, capturing the curve of the harbour wall as it bends towards Nare Head.
With just the right combination of timing and elements, I was treated to a slight brush of hazy clouds over the horizon that served to diffuse the sunlight and intensify the colours of the sunrise. The beautiful, clear orb of the sun crested over the village simultaneously illuminates the cottages and adds a warmth to the scene. While the sky is swept with blue and orange hues, the sea itself has a soft pastel palette, reflecting that dreamy state that comes with dawn – in the moments between slumber and activity, night and the light of day.