“Twilight drops her curtain down, and pins it with a star.”
~Lucy Maud Montgomery
Blue Hour, Sydney
Rowing, Halong Bay, Vietnam
“I often think that the night is more alive and more richly colored than the day.”
~Vincent Van Gogh
Golden Gate at Twilight
Angkor Wat at Dawn
“One should really use the camera as though tomorrow you’d be stricken blind.”
~Dorothea Lange
Bay Bridge at Dusk
Nautical Twilight, Kiawah
Jane Lurie Photography 
Nautical twilight, absolutely gorgeous. All beautiful representations of the blue hour.
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Hi David, That was a great experience on Kiawah working with “Barefoot Contessa Photography” who got us up before daylight– boy, was it worth it! One of my faves– glad you like it–thanks so much.
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Beautiful series, and a beautiful time to be out with a camera!
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Hi Karen, A reminder to me that I need to get up early and go out later more often. 🙂 Happy you enjoyed them- thank you.
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What gorgeous blues, Jane. Just lovely. You have a marvelous artistic eye.
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You are so kind to let me know, Patti. Thank you. This post reminded me how special the ends of the day are for photography.
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What a beautiful blue gallery Jane and of course I think the capture of the Opera House is superb, it looks magical.
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Thank, Pauline. I miss Sydney and that Christmas eve shooting the Opera House is a special memory. So glad you like these.
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Wow Jane, not sure where you came up with those quotes ~ but the match the magic you created with your camera, incredible shots. Each shot so impressive and diverse…partial to the full Golden Gate shot, such rich blues 🙂
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Thank you so much, Randall. It is a magical time to shoot and I’m very appreciative of your response to them. The headlands is a special place to shoot the Golden Gate, especially at twilight. I am looking forward to heading over to see you latest post.
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Beautiful. Makes me feellike I’m dreaming.
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Thanks, Jay. They are dreamy times of the day.
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Love your bay bridge shot Jane! How was the Door!??
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Thank you, Tina. The Slanted Door was splendid, as always.
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Beautiful, beautiful photographs Jane. Love them all.
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I’m very glad, Uday. Thanks so much. I need to look for more blue hour moments!
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A beautiful set of photos 🙂
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Happy you enjoyed this series, Becky. Thank you.
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All exquisite Jane!
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So glad you like this set, Sherry. Thanks!
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Do you know that ropes used on Golden Gate were made by Bekaert, presently Betafence (a company that I work in)? 🙂
Anyway, beautiful photos. It’s not easy to shoot at night, but you are very good in it,
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That is such a great fact, Awa– where is the company located? Happy you like these twilight photos– thanks so much. I’ll think of you next time I’m going over the Golden Gate! 😄
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What a gorgeous themed set of images Jane…nice one
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Hi Mark– That makes my day– thanks so much for letting me know.
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You’re welcome 😊
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Hi Jane, magnificent series. I’ll take Halong Bay and its reflection.
Regards
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Hi Pepe- Thanks! Halong is a favorite image both for the great time I had and for the outcome of the shots I took which always makes it sweeter. Glad you enjoyed these.
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What a beautiful photo series, Jane, and wonderful framed with inspiring quotes. I love too this special time to close the day where the light and colours are so amazing. What would we do without light and colour in photography…as to observe and to shoot.
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So true, Stefan. I’m happy you enjoyed this tribute to those extraordinary times of the day when light and color are often at their best. Thanks very much for your kind thoughts.
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A treasure trove of evening shots Jane and so many wonderful quotes, love the one by VVG!
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Thank you, Patti. It’s not surprising that some of my overall faves are shot during the blue hour…happy you enjoyed them. VVG got it right. 😉
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what amazing shots…blue hour sydney is just mind blowing….If i stare at it long enough I feel like i am there….so clear & vibrant….what a great escape😜
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What a great compliment, April–when images to transport the viewer, that is the best outcome. Thank you so much.
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My favorite time to shoot. Beautiful images Jane.
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Hi Edith- Me, too. And I find I really need to make an effort to be there in those early or later hours. They never disappoint! Glad you like these– thanks so much.
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Lovely. And I love your quotes!
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Hi Desleyjane– Always fun to find quotes that speak to the images. Thanks very much.
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Angkor Wat looks like a dream! Gorgeous photos, Jane!
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Hi Basil/Cheryl, Especially at dawn. We rose above Angkor Wat in a tethered hot air balloon for the sunrise view which was magical. Happy you enjoyed this series–thanks very much!
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Bravo Jane! One exceptional photoset. Just superb 🙂
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Hi James, So glad you like this series–much appreciated. Thanks very much.
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Beautiful, Jane!
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Hi Pam, Glad you enjoyed. Thanks!
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Blue by me….peaceful serene pics.., All is well
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Aah, Linda… they are quieting, aren’t they? Thanks so much, my friend.
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Beautiful blue, Jane. The one of Sydney is stunning. What a shot from above. Love the quotes you shared to. Sometimes night holds more mystery than the day
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Hi Mabel– Christmas in a hotel on Sydney harbour- was lucky to get this perspective with wonderful light. Glad you enjoyed the blues– thank you so much.
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Stunningly beautiful!
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Thank you, GF! Some favorites over the years.
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These are really super. I have been wanting to go out at twilight and these just make me sen more interested. I love the bridge shots.
Linda
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Hi Linda– Thanks! It’s a fun time to try different exposures and contrasts. The Kiawah shot was set up before sunrise so bring your tripod and flashlight… it’s worth the effort. The hour before sunset is a little easier. 🙂 Happy these inspired you.
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Wow, Jane, these are simply incredible!!
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Hi Eliza- So happy you like them. Blue hour doesn’t disappoint. Thank you!
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What a beautiful series!
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Thanks, Mary Lynn. So nice to hear from you.
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Absolut stunning pictures Jane. I can’t pic a favourite among these fantastic photos.
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Hi Lena, You’re very kind. Twilight at the beginning and end of the day offer such beautiful moments of light and color. Happy you like these– thank you.
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Lovely images; a magical time for photography
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Hi Ann- Yes, indeed and the effects are so pleasing. Glad you enjoyed this series- thank you.
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Beautiful shots Janes, love the Sydney shot – beautiful.
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Happy you like these “blues”, Karen. We lived in Sydney for a glorious few months. Thank you!
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I especially like the Halong Bay shot.
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That was a wonderful moment and experience, Sharon. Thank you.
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How beautiful! You never stop to surprise me, in a good way 🙂
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That is so lovely, Maria. Thank you very much. 🙂
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