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Lighthouse Cape Elizabeth Maine

Artwork: #126 of 577 by Bob Orsillo

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Storybrooke, ME - United States

Cape Elizabeth (Two Lights) Lighthouse - Cape Elizabeth, Maine. Photography by Bob Orsillo History: Originally built in 1828, these two light towers, about 300 yards apart, were one of Maine's two "twin lights" (Matinicus Rock was the other). Originally constructed of rubblestone, both towers became badly eroded and were rebuilt in 1874 and constructed of cast iron. The lantern was removed from the West tower in 1924 when the Lighthouse Service ruled that all twin lights must be converted to single beacons. This inactive light was sold several times to private owners and was refurbished and given a new top in 1985. The East tower which is 67 feet tall, was automated in 1963 and is still active, although its second order Fresnel lens was removed and replaced by the current beacon in 1994. The residence and grounds of this eastern tower are now privately owned as well.

Toronto, ON - Canada

There is something special about lighthouses....they stand alone above the stormy sea and give guidance....and light...wonderful image Bob....old fashion one too... fav vote

Bob Orsillo replied:

Jolanta - Thank you so much! :)

Yokohama - Japan

outstanding work Bob, great capture and the processing is spot-on! Vote and fav, my compliments!

Bob Orsillo replied:

Dean - Thank you!

Greensboro, NC - United States

Bob, love how you captured the glass and the light surrounded by this sky. Appreciate the history as she still stands sending out her beacon to come home. f/v

Bob Orsillo replied:

Sandi! Thank you! ;)

Fort Worth, TX - United States

Oh wow! This is beautiful. V and F

Bob Orsillo replied:

DiDi - Thank you!

Kamloops, BC - Canada

Great image. Love the white on white. ;-) f/v

Bob Orsillo replied:

Theresa - Thank you!

Cleveland, OH - United States

very beautiful ... another perfect piece ... f/v

Bob Orsillo replied:

Patricia - Thank you! :)

Butuan, A8 - Philippines

Wonderful work Bob, a beautiful reminder of these edifices that are slowly disappearing from the landscape !! F/V

Bob Orsillo replied:

Roberto - Many thanks! ;)

Daytona Beach, FL - United States

This is beautiful Bob!!! F/V

Bob Orsillo replied:

Deb - Thank you! :)

Bucharest, Ro - Romania

Remarkable photo with such a beautiful treatment..... the sky looks like a fine watercolor wash. Fascinating, Bob. F,v, Su. ______ Ana

Bob Orsillo replied:

Ana - Thank you! ;)

Miami (USA), Rio De Janeiro (Brazil) - United States

Gorgeous capture and excellent rendering effects, F/V!

Bob Orsillo replied:

E! - Thank you! ;)

Castrop - Rauxel, NR - Germany

Beautiful work......like what you havve done here with the beacons head........just outstanding Bob - Chris (F&V)

Bob Orsillo replied:

Chris - Thank you very much! ;))

Livonia, Mi - United States

Magnificent focus on the 'business end' of the lighthouse, Bob. And the clouds are perfect!

Bob Orsillo replied:

Ann - Thank you! ;))

Pueblo, CO - United States

I love the soft color palette and the feeling that this is a watercolor in the upper sky. Beautifully done, Bob! [I can tell that this is new, there are only 13 comments so far.] Fave.

Bob Orsillo replied:

:)) Lenore - Thank you! :)

Las Vegas, NV - United States

very enjoyable colours and so well composed !

Bob Orsillo replied:

Mark - Thank you! :)

Clarksville, TN - United States

This is wonderful! Love the watrercolor ky.

Bob Orsillo replied:

Jane - Thank you!

Culleoka, TN - United States

This is beautiful, Bob. It looks like a watercolor painting to me - great post processing. Vote.

Bob Orsillo replied:

Kristin - Thanks so much! ;)

Whittier, CA - United States

I had to look at the description as I was sure this was a watercolor. Oh, I see others did too! Beautifully 'painted' Mr. Orsillo!

Bob Orsillo replied:

:)) Thank you Gwyn!

Viborg - Denmark

Exelent Bob f/V Í Love this Light House photography of yours ,I have to come over there suddently and stand up there ! BY the way Bob YOU will regonise your self again on several new photo set up for My Real Life Track Road by looking at some new Photos I just posted in my 2 album on frontpage called Featured *Egypt 2010 Preparations for travel* more will be added ,Im 3 weeks behind from posting this 3 very speciel days 13-14-15 january event from home privat with the direct tv transmission with our Queen Danish Margaret 40 years Jubilee,BECAUSE OF MY earth turttle works, sometime it goes slow,very slow LOL

Bob Orsillo replied:

Colette - Thank you!

Silicon Valley, CA - United States

Wow, I love your light house capture, Bob! And love to know the history behind too, great job!! Many thanks for your great support!!

Bob Orsillo replied:

Xueling - Thank you! :)

Cimpina - Romania

I tried to comment on this for several time... Lighthouses are one of the most loved, needed, followed subject. This photo is so special for me... f/v/su

Bob Orsillo replied:

Amalia thank you so much, i am so pleased you enjoy this. Thank you for the v/f/su :)

Pleasanton, CA - United States

What a fabulous composition, Bob, and those clouds are amazing!!

Bob Orsillo replied:

Thanks so much Laurie! :)

Viborg - Denmark

Hi again Bob ,forgot to add yesterday,that I am the light here from the spot ,where Im placed pt.lol,so often I like to goe further out for travels again to places new ,and have to pretend IM already there in my head and everything els ,good to have this chance as an tool,and mean while enjoy your photography.many handreaders to me told me often one day I live with someone near the canadien boarder and and US not far from there,you may wish me luck Bob,its all an travel for it self and at the end reaching home with in one self and outside.

Bob Orsillo replied:

Colette - thank you for your wonderful comment!

London, mi - United Kingdom

stunning in all its beauty

Bob Orsillo replied:

Thank you Gloria! :)

Oklahoma City, OK - United States

Outstanding, and that sky!! Looks like a watercolor! So beautiful.

Bob Orsillo replied:

Thank you Betty! :)

Lake Country, BC - Canada

Lighthouses have such an amazing draw for people- I guess it's the fine line between utter tranquility and howling danger! A superb piece of art, Bob!!

Bob Orsillo replied:

Thank you Will!

Lyon - France

Wonderful picture, Bob! And also a beautiful interesting story...You have my vote, Mona

Bob Orsillo replied:

Thank you Mona! :)

South Lake Tahoe, CA - United States

Beautiful image!

Bob Orsillo replied:

Thank you Mitch! :)

Cedar Rapids, Ia - United States

Bob,Great info.This is amazing.Love lighthouses.also the background,watercolor touch is super. Thanks tons for your comment on my Painted Red Rose..Thanks so much. Vote...Marsha

Bob Orsillo replied:

Thank you Marsha!

Asheville, NC - United States

Stunning work Bob!! Amazing! vt/fv

Bob Orsillo replied:

Thank you Gray!

Richfield, OH - United States

Is there anything you can't do? Wow! I LOVE THIS ONE! I love the light beaming out! One of your best, Bob (except my favorites on Halloween)! Vote and favorite!

Bob Orsillo replied:

Thank you Joan!

Oxenford, Qu - Australia

Like so many others I too had to check if this was a painting or a photo. You have created a beautiful image Bob, love the processing effects which really give it an "old" feeel. Love it, a f/v and other goodies.

Bob Orsillo replied:

Thank you very much Blair! :))

Nottingham, NH - United States

Cape Elizabeth never looked so good. f/v ;-)

Bob Orsillo replied:

Thank you Cori!

Toronto, ON - Canada

Bob, the Office of Tourism of Cape Elizabeth should thank you for this beautfiful photo and your detailed writeup. It makes me (and I'm sure a lot of the viewers) want to visit the place : ) F&V!

Bob Orsillo replied:

:)) Thank you my friend!

Galt, Il - United States

Beautiful capture, Bob! This makes me want to go there. F&V

Bob Orsillo replied:

Bruce Thank you so much!

Newcastle, WY - United States

gorgeous................vf........barb

Bob Orsillo replied:

Thank you Barb!

USA UK, Ut - United Kingdom

Love the work you do and also the textures

Bob Orsillo replied:

Thank you Tracy!

Rochester, NY - United States

This also has a level of mystery to it (like the coffee cup). Nice!

Bob Orsillo replied:

Thank you Judy :)

Oakey, Qu - Australia

Adding my voice to your chorus of admirers, Bob! Love this composition! V/F

Bob Orsillo replied:

Thanks so much Therese :)

Seeley Lake, MT - United States

Oh Bob this a wonderful shot! How did I miss? The tone and processing is just beautiful and full of emotion! Fantastic job!

Bob Orsillo replied:

Janie - Thank you very much :)

Kailua Kona, HI - United States

Bob! This is so professional and beautiful! Has a watercolor effect. Love it!!

Bob Orsillo replied:

Thank you Karen :)

Bill Cannon 24 Days Ago

Plymouth Meeting , PA - United States

What a beautiful lighthouse!!

Bob Orsillo replied:

Thank you Bill!

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Cape Elizabeth (Two Lights) Lighthouse - Cape Elizabeth, Maine. Photography by Bob Orsillo


History:
Originally built in 1828, these two light towers, about 300 yards apart, were one of Maine's two "twin lights" (Matinicus Rock was the other). Originally constructed of rubblestone, both towers became badly eroded and were rebuilt in 1874 and constructed of cast iron. The lantern was removed from the West tower in 1924 when the Lighthouse Service ruled that all twin lights must be converted to single beacons. This inactive light was sold several times to private owners and was refurbished and given a new top in 1985. The East tower which is 67 feet tall, was automated in 1963 and is still active, although its second order Fresnel lens was removed and replaced by the current beacon in 1994. The residence and grounds of this eastern tower are now privately owned as well. In 1999 the gingerbread keeper's house was demolished by the owner, and was replaced by a "replica" with a two-car garage added.

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