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Reflection of the pier at low tide, Folly Beach Pier. Folly Beach, #blueskytravel #follybeach #Southcarolina #beachlife

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palm tree with the sky behind it

palm tree with the sky behind it

Beach scene under a pier. There are pillers going out into the ocean.

Beach scene under a pier. There are pillers going out into the ocean.

Beach scene under a pier. There are pillers going out into the ocean.

Beach scene under a pier. There are pillers going out into the ocean.

A little bit more from our #southcarolina trip last year. Sometimes it's good to rehash good memories.
First photo taken at Hog Island Trail.
The last two photos were taken at Folly Beach.
#beach #palmtree #ocean #pier #landscapephotography #follybeach

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Pier leading into the ocean at Folly Beach.

Pier leading into the ocean at Folly Beach.

Pier at Folly Beach, South Carolina
Photographed close to sunset. Almost a year ago.
#beach #follybeach #southcarolina #landscapephotography #photographer #photography #ocean #pier

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The Light Painting
​Subject: A ribbon-like trail of light displays the colors and symbols of the national flag of Wales (Y Ddraig Goch).

​Details: The trail features a bold red dragon set against a white upper band and a luminous green lower band.

​Motion: The light creates a fluid, "S" shaped curve that appears to float above the sand, ending in a looped swirl on the right side.

​The Environment
​Celestial Backdrop: The upper half of the photo reveals a dense field of stars and the faint, hazy glow of the Milky Way galaxy.

​The Beach: The foreground shows the sandy surface of Folly Beach, illuminated by the glow of the light painting tool. Low-hanging clouds or sea mist sit near the horizon line.

​Atmosphere: The contrast between the high-tech light trail and the ancient starlight creates a surreal, ethereal aesthetic.

​Technique
​Long Exposure: This was likely achieved using a specialized LED light bar (like a Pixelstick) moved across the frame while the camera's shutter remained open for several seconds.

The Light Painting ​Subject: A ribbon-like trail of light displays the colors and symbols of the national flag of Wales (Y Ddraig Goch). ​Details: The trail features a bold red dragon set against a white upper band and a luminous green lower band. ​Motion: The light creates a fluid, "S" shaped curve that appears to float above the sand, ending in a looped swirl on the right side. ​The Environment ​Celestial Backdrop: The upper half of the photo reveals a dense field of stars and the faint, hazy glow of the Milky Way galaxy. ​The Beach: The foreground shows the sandy surface of Folly Beach, illuminated by the glow of the light painting tool. Low-hanging clouds or sea mist sit near the horizon line. ​Atmosphere: The contrast between the high-tech light trail and the ancient starlight creates a surreal, ethereal aesthetic. ​Technique ​Long Exposure: This was likely achieved using a specialized LED light bar (like a Pixelstick) moved across the frame while the camera's shutter remained open for several seconds.

Happy St David's Day 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

Some lightpainting under the stars. I wish I had a model for this.

#charlestonsc #wales #Cymru #charlestonphotographer #follybeach
#longexposure #lightpainting
#lightpaintingphotography #Butrostars #milkyway #longexposure #stars

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Taking a break from the arctic tundra at home. #FollyBeach

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John McFarland first city council folly Beach

John McFarland first city council folly Beach

#FollyBeach !

Vote John McFarland for Folly Beach City Council on Tuesday February 17th!

John will fight to keep Folly Beach the special place that it is!

#YourVoteYourVoice

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Save the Light Half Marathon and 5K set for Feb. 7 on Folly Beach The Charleston County Park and Recreation Commission (CCPRC) will partner with Save the Light to host their annual half marathon and 5K, on Saturday, Feb. 7 on Folly Beach. Registration is open throug...

Save the Light Half Marathon and 5K set for Feb. 7 on Folly Beach
holycitysinner.com/sports/save-...

#charleston #chsnews #lowcountry #southcarolina #follybeach #nonprofit #halfmarathon #savethelight #environment #preservation #chsevents
@holycitysinner.com

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And the journey rolls on at the Sand Dollar Social Club.
#ChronicalsOfADrinkingMan
#FollyBeach

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I can feel The #warmth of the sun as it radiates across the balcony . Let me bask in it forever!
#bBlueSkyArtShow
#eastcoastkin
#photography
#photographersofbluesky
#follybeach

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This stunning photo from Folly Beach captures the Morris Island Lighthouse standing tall against the calm evening sky. The composition is extraordinary — the full moon is aligned atop the lighthouse, creating the illusion that the moon itself is the beacon’s glowing light.

The surrounding atmosphere is tranquil, with soft blue hues of twilight reflecting off the calm ocean waters. A small boat drifts quietly near the base of the lighthouse, adding a sense of scale and serenity to the scene. In the distance, a flock of seabirds skims the horizon, enhancing the feeling of coastal peace and natural beauty.

The overall mood is magical, balanced, and contemplative — a breathtaking moment of perfect timing that highlights the harmony between nature and human craftsmanship.

This stunning photo from Folly Beach captures the Morris Island Lighthouse standing tall against the calm evening sky. The composition is extraordinary — the full moon is aligned atop the lighthouse, creating the illusion that the moon itself is the beacon’s glowing light. The surrounding atmosphere is tranquil, with soft blue hues of twilight reflecting off the calm ocean waters. A small boat drifts quietly near the base of the lighthouse, adding a sense of scale and serenity to the scene. In the distance, a flock of seabirds skims the horizon, enhancing the feeling of coastal peace and natural beauty. The overall mood is magical, balanced, and contemplative — a breathtaking moment of perfect timing that highlights the harmony between nature and human craftsmanship.

"Beaver Moon over Folly 2"

November 5th 2025
Folly Beach, SC 📍

#FollyBeach #MorrisIslandLighthouse #CharlestonSC #Lowcountry #DiscoverSC #SouthCarolinaCoast
#Moonrise #SuperMoon #CoastalPhotography #SeascapePhotography #LighthouseLovers #OceanVibes #ButroTravel #FullMoon #BlueSkyArtShow #Evening

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"Beaver Moon Timelapse"

November 5th 2025
Folly Beach, SC 📍

#FollyBeach #MorrisIslandLighthouse #CharlestonSC #Lowcountry #DiscoverSC #SouthCarolinaCoast
#Moonrise #SuperMoon #CoastalPhotography #SeascapePhotography #LighthouseLovers #SkyColors #PastelSky #OceanVibes #Beavermoon #Butrotravel

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This stunning photo from Folly Beach, South Carolina captures a breathtaking moment of natural beauty and coastal charm. The image features the Morris Island Lighthouse, standing tall and weathered against a tranquil ocean backdrop. Just beside it, a massive full moon rises from the horizon, glowing softly in hues of rose and amber. The sky transitions from a deep blue at the horizon to lavender and pink tones above, creating a mesmerizing pastel gradient that reflects gently on the water. A few pelicans glide near the horizon, adding a sense of peace and motion to the stillness of the scene.

The photo beautifully combines calm, balance, and timeless coastal serenity — a perfect representation of Lowcountry magic during moonrise.

This stunning photo from Folly Beach, South Carolina captures a breathtaking moment of natural beauty and coastal charm. The image features the Morris Island Lighthouse, standing tall and weathered against a tranquil ocean backdrop. Just beside it, a massive full moon rises from the horizon, glowing softly in hues of rose and amber. The sky transitions from a deep blue at the horizon to lavender and pink tones above, creating a mesmerizing pastel gradient that reflects gently on the water. A few pelicans glide near the horizon, adding a sense of peace and motion to the stillness of the scene. The photo beautifully combines calm, balance, and timeless coastal serenity — a perfect representation of Lowcountry magic during moonrise.

"Beaver Moon over Folly"

November 5th 2025
Folly Beach, SC 📍

#FollyBeach #MorrisIslandLighthouse #CharlestonSC #Lowcountry #DiscoverSC #SouthCarolinaCoast
#Moonrise #SuperMoon #CoastalPhotography #SeascapePhotography #LighthouseLovers #SkyColors #PastelSky #OceanVibes #ButroTravel #FullMoon

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South Carolina “Stunset”!
#stunday
#blueskyartshow
#photography
#Follybeach
#southcarolina
#eastcoastkin

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This is a striking long-exposure night photograph capturing the Milky Way above Folly Beach, South Carolina..

The sky dominates the frame, filled with countless stars and a dense, bright band of the Milky Way stretching diagonally from the top center toward the lower right.

Rich golden and dusty tones of interstellar clouds are visible, along with darker dust lanes cutting through the starfield.

Near the horizon, on the right, there’s a shoreline with glowing lights from buildings or a pier, reflecting warmly in the wet sand and water. These lights create an orange-yellow glow, contrasting with the cool blues of the night sky.  

The ocean appears smooth and misty due to the long exposure, giving the water a soft, almost dreamlike look.

A few faint lights from boats or distant objects are visible on the horizon, adding depth to the scene.

Overall, the photo blends natural celestial beauty with the subtle presence of human activity on the coast, creating a serene and awe-inspiring atmosphere.

This is a striking long-exposure night photograph capturing the Milky Way above Folly Beach, South Carolina.. The sky dominates the frame, filled with countless stars and a dense, bright band of the Milky Way stretching diagonally from the top center toward the lower right. Rich golden and dusty tones of interstellar clouds are visible, along with darker dust lanes cutting through the starfield. Near the horizon, on the right, there’s a shoreline with glowing lights from buildings or a pier, reflecting warmly in the wet sand and water. These lights create an orange-yellow glow, contrasting with the cool blues of the night sky. The ocean appears smooth and misty due to the long exposure, giving the water a soft, almost dreamlike look. A few faint lights from boats or distant objects are visible on the horizon, adding depth to the scene. Overall, the photo blends natural celestial beauty with the subtle presence of human activity on the coast, creating a serene and awe-inspiring atmosphere.

"Fading Milky Way"

24 September 2025
Folly Beach, SC 📍

A single frame from the video. Probably the last Milky Way session for the year.

#Astrophotography #Astronomy #Space#beach #saltlife
#NightSky #Charleston #MilkyWay #NightPhotography #follybeach #LongExposure #Nature #nikon #ButroStars

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24 September 2025
Folly Beach, SC 📍

Too many airplanes and satellites.

#Astrophotography #Astronomy #Space#beach #saltlife
#NightSky #Charleston #MilkyWay #NightPhotography #follybeach #LongExposure #Nature #nikon #ButroStars

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Morris Island Lighthouse #follybeach #southcarolina #charleston #travel #makingmemories #dem #beach #ocean #roadtrip #fyp #bluesky

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From a Milky Way shoot in April.

2025
Folly Beach, SC 📍

#Astrophotography #Astronomy #Space#beach #saltlife
#NightSky #Charleston #MilkyWay #NightPhotography #follybeach #LongExposure #Nature #nikon #ButroStars

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This is a beautiful wide-angle photo taken at Folly Beach, capturing the peaceful transition between night and day.

Foreground & Composition

A sandy path lined with wooden posts leads the viewer’s eye from the dunes on the right side of the frame toward the horizon. The dunes are covered with tall beach grasses, adding depth and texture. The composition naturally draws attention out to the ocean and sky.

Sky & Atmosphere

The sky is the highlight of the image. The deep blue of night is fading into the soft pastel hues of dawn, with purples, pinks, and oranges blending together. Wispy clouds scatter across the horizon, glowing faintly from the rising sun. Above, the faint stretch of the Milky Way is visible, arching gracefully across the sky — a perfect balance between starlight and first light.

Horizon & Ocean

The horizon glows warmly where the sun is just about to rise. The ocean appears calm, reflecting subtle tones of the early morning or late evening sky.

Overall Mood

The image feels serene and dreamlike, combining the cosmic beauty of the Milky Way with the tranquil start of a new day. It conveys both stillness and wonder, making it a perfect example of night-sky beach photography.

This is a beautiful wide-angle photo taken at Folly Beach, capturing the peaceful transition between night and day. Foreground & Composition A sandy path lined with wooden posts leads the viewer’s eye from the dunes on the right side of the frame toward the horizon. The dunes are covered with tall beach grasses, adding depth and texture. The composition naturally draws attention out to the ocean and sky. Sky & Atmosphere The sky is the highlight of the image. The deep blue of night is fading into the soft pastel hues of dawn, with purples, pinks, and oranges blending together. Wispy clouds scatter across the horizon, glowing faintly from the rising sun. Above, the faint stretch of the Milky Way is visible, arching gracefully across the sky — a perfect balance between starlight and first light. Horizon & Ocean The horizon glows warmly where the sun is just about to rise. The ocean appears calm, reflecting subtle tones of the early morning or late evening sky. Overall Mood The image feels serene and dreamlike, combining the cosmic beauty of the Milky Way with the tranquil start of a new day. It conveys both stillness and wonder, making it a perfect example of night-sky beach photography.

This is a beautiful wide-angle photo taken at Folly Beach, capturing the peaceful transition between night and day.

Foreground & Composition

A sandy path lined with wooden posts leads the viewer’s eye from the dunes on the right side of the frame toward the horizon. The dunes are covered with tall beach grasses, adding depth and texture. The composition naturally draws attention out to the ocean and sky.

Sky & Atmosphere

The sky is the highlight of the image. The deep blue of night is fading into the soft pastel hues of dawn, with purples, pinks, and oranges blending together. Wispy clouds scatter across the horizon, glowing faintly from the rising sun. Above, the faint stretch of the Milky Way is visible, arching gracefully across the sky — a perfect balance between starlight and first light.

Horizon & Ocean

The horizon glows warmly where the sun is just about to rise. The ocean appears calm, reflecting subtle tones of the early morning or late evening sky.

Overall Mood

The image feels serene and dreamlike, combining the cosmic beauty of the Milky Way with the tranquil start of a new day. It conveys both stillness and wonder, making it a perfect example of night-sky beach photography.

This is a beautiful wide-angle photo taken at Folly Beach, capturing the peaceful transition between night and day. Foreground & Composition A sandy path lined with wooden posts leads the viewer’s eye from the dunes on the right side of the frame toward the horizon. The dunes are covered with tall beach grasses, adding depth and texture. The composition naturally draws attention out to the ocean and sky. Sky & Atmosphere The sky is the highlight of the image. The deep blue of night is fading into the soft pastel hues of dawn, with purples, pinks, and oranges blending together. Wispy clouds scatter across the horizon, glowing faintly from the rising sun. Above, the faint stretch of the Milky Way is visible, arching gracefully across the sky — a perfect balance between starlight and first light. Horizon & Ocean The horizon glows warmly where the sun is just about to rise. The ocean appears calm, reflecting subtle tones of the early morning or late evening sky. Overall Mood The image feels serene and dreamlike, combining the cosmic beauty of the Milky Way with the tranquil start of a new day. It conveys both stillness and wonder, making it a perfect example of night-sky beach photography.

This is a beautiful wide-angle photo taken at Folly Beach, capturing the peaceful transition between night and day.

Foreground & Composition

A sandy path lined with wooden posts leads the viewer’s eye from the dunes on the right side of the frame toward the horizon. The dunes are covered with tall beach grasses, adding depth and texture. The composition naturally draws attention out to the ocean and sky.

Sky & Atmosphere

The sky is the highlight of the image. The deep blue of night is fading into the soft pastel hues of dawn, with purples, pinks, and oranges blending together. Wispy clouds scatter across the horizon, glowing faintly from the rising sun. Above, the faint stretch of the Milky Way is visible, arching gracefully across the sky — a perfect balance between starlight and first light.

Horizon & Ocean

The horizon glows warmly where the sun is just about to rise. The ocean appears calm, reflecting subtle tones of the early morning or late evening sky.

Overall Mood

The image feels serene and dreamlike, combining the cosmic beauty of the Milky Way with the tranquil start of a new day. It conveys both stillness and wonder, making it a perfect example of night-sky beach photography.

This is a beautiful wide-angle photo taken at Folly Beach, capturing the peaceful transition between night and day. Foreground & Composition A sandy path lined with wooden posts leads the viewer’s eye from the dunes on the right side of the frame toward the horizon. The dunes are covered with tall beach grasses, adding depth and texture. The composition naturally draws attention out to the ocean and sky. Sky & Atmosphere The sky is the highlight of the image. The deep blue of night is fading into the soft pastel hues of dawn, with purples, pinks, and oranges blending together. Wispy clouds scatter across the horizon, glowing faintly from the rising sun. Above, the faint stretch of the Milky Way is visible, arching gracefully across the sky — a perfect balance between starlight and first light. Horizon & Ocean The horizon glows warmly where the sun is just about to rise. The ocean appears calm, reflecting subtle tones of the early morning or late evening sky. Overall Mood The image feels serene and dreamlike, combining the cosmic beauty of the Milky Way with the tranquil start of a new day. It conveys both stillness and wonder, making it a perfect example of night-sky beach photography.

From a Milky Way shoot in April.

2025
Folly Beach, SC 📍

#Astrophotography #Astronomy #Space#beach #saltlife
#NightSky #Charleston #MilkyWay #NightPhotography #follybeach #LongExposure #Nature #nikon #ButroStars

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fantastic day surfing today at Folly Beach. really stoked about my progress. spent more time on the mechanics and balance and that made a big difference. Had a few great 'rides' #WarriorSurf #FollyBeach

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Some people call me Maurice.

#bench #follybeach

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2 Chances 2 Catch Live Southern Rock & Outlaw Country Music on Folly Beach, SC! Charleston
#FollyBeach #TRMB #Charleston #OutlawCountry #LiveMusic

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My life!!!

My life!!!

Closing out our 4th Annual #FollyBeach Trip, the little moments that become memories are so worth it! ☀️🌊

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Millar World Comic.

Millar World Comic.

#FollyBeach Read Number Four: Nemesis Rogues Gallery. Pure action-packed edge lord scholtck from #MarkMillar & @vgiangiordano.bsky.social but I'm here for it. #Comics

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Folly Beach.

Folly Beach.

Happy #SummerWeen 2025 from #FollyBeach! 🎃🏖️

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Space USAGI.

Space USAGI.

#FollyBeach read three is Stan Sakai’s take on #StarWars aka Space Usagi’s White Star Saga, nuff said!
#Comics 🐰⚔️🚀

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Godzilla!

Godzilla!

Second #FollyBeach read of the week: @idwpublishing.com #Godzilla here there be Monsters, @franktieri.bsky.social always finds a fresh and interesting way to explore the King of Monsters. Can't wait to read the sequel!

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Sentry

Sentry

First #follybeach read of the week @pauljenkins.bsky.social #Sentry, I've read this a few times over the years, and each re-read confirms this as a modern #MarvelComics masterpiece.
#Comics 🦸‍♂️☀️💥

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