Motif #1 Rockport Massachusetts
Such a beautiful pace to see. Park and walk there's so many sights to see.
Such a beautiful pace to see. Park and walk there's so many sights to see.
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Jul, 2016Views
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Built in the 1840s as Rockport was becoming home to a colony of artists and settlement of fishermen, the shack became a favorite subject of painters due to the composition and lighting of its location as well as being a symbol of New England maritime life. Painter Lester Hornby (1882–1956) is believed to be the first to call the shack "Motif Number 1,"[2] a reference to its being the favorite subject of the town's painters, and the name achieved general acceptance. In the 1930s, painter John Buckley used the shack as his studio.[4] He sold it to the town in 1945, dedicated "In 1945, the town of Rockport purchased the Motif as a monument to Rockporters who had served in the Armed Services."[5] The town, recognizing its iconic value, has taken pains to preserve both its structure and appearance, finding a red paint which appears weather-beaten even when new,[3] and keeping the area clear of overhead wires, traffic signs and advertising.Time
Afternoon low fog on a mid summers dayLighting
Mother Nature gives out the best lighting.Equipment
I used my iPhone 6+Inspiration
It’s a historical place that’s been there for so many years and it a historical place. People from all over the world come to see it take pictures and artist from all over come to paint it.Editing
This particular photo needed no editing.In my camera bag
I carry my phone as well as my NixonFeedback
No matter what kind of day you have you’ll always capture it’s true beauty.
