Morris Island Fog
by Skip Willits
Title
Morris Island Fog
Artist
Skip Willits
Medium
Photograph - Epson Lustre Paper
Description
Digital fog on Morris Island
MORRIS ISLAND LIGHTHOUSE
Charleston Harbor & Atlantic Ocean
Morris Island, SC
This current old relic stands guard in the harbor, on what is left of a formidable island of some many years ago. Old photos show three story keepers quarters with four chimneys and several out buildings. As one can see the island is now completely gone as are, of course, all the dwellings. Built in 1876, this tower is 155 feet above sea level and was originally painted like the Bodie Island Light in North Carolina.... that is with black and white bands.
Unbelievably, this light withstood hurricanes and even an earthquake. But erosion was it’s worst enemy and finally in the early sixties it was put to rest. The new light was built as a replacement in 1962 north of this site on Sullivans Island. Visitors can view both lights from south of Charleston harbor.
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November 12th, 2016
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Rainbow Artist Orlando L
I found this image very admirable Skip!! you know i love your digital fog and i love this heavenly composition!! what i love more is this image honour the strength of this lighthouse which has withstand the battles with nature's destructive forces with dignity and grace!! make me look at this lighthouse with full respect!! L/F