Winter From Peggy’s Cove

Peggy’s Point Lighthouse

I often discuss the allure of travelling as experiencing new areas hugely benefits well-being and self-development. I try to travel frequently and take advantage of every opportunity, but exploring doesn’t have to be limited to somewhere far from home. Now, I’m not a big fan of colder weather, but now that we are deep into this winter season and no travel lined up for anytime soon, I wanted to get out, take advantage of my free time, and experiment more with the Fujifilm X-H2 that I picked up late last year.

It’s easy to overlook what’s waiting to be discovered in our backyard, as seeing things differently requires embracing the familiar. My recent winter outing was nowhere that was unfamiliar. Peggy’s Cove, 40 kilometres from where I reside, is one of the most visited attractions in Nova Scotia, as it contains Peggy’s Point Lighthouse, one of the most photographed attractions in Canada. Even with the proximity, I haven’t been there in close to five years. Some things have changed with some construction of walkways and such that make exploring more accessible and safer, and a new walkway and viewing platform was added a few years ago.

I’ve photographed Peggy’s Cove numerous times, but I rarely do so in the winter, and the snowfall allowed me to see these surroundings with fresh eyes. One benefit of revisiting local areas is seeing them during different seasons. Snow covering is one aspect, and fewer visitors is another. After five years, it’s a bit of rediscovery. While I put a lot of focus on global travel, I frequently forget to appreciate what I have right here.

The Photo

The blur is on the bottom half of the photo; it’s not a snow drift or blowing snow. It’s snow that had accumulated on the railing on the walkway. Capturing it this way produces a minimalist image of the lighthouse, allowing focus on only the subject in question.