Barbers Point Lighthouse

Barbers Point Lighthouse sits at the southwest corner of Oahu, a clean white tower rising against open sky with the Pacific stretching out beyond it. The isolation of this spot is what makes it work photographically; there is very little visual clutter, so you can keep compositions simple and graphic, using the tower against dramatic cloud formations or a deep blue sky. Shooting from low angles emphasizes the height of the structure and gives the surrounding scrub vegetation a chance to add foreground texture. Golden hour light, especially in the late afternoon, wraps the white exterior in warm tones and casts long shadows across the flat terrain. A wide to standard focal length handles most compositions well here. Access is through the Kalaeloa area, so check road conditions and any access restrictions before visiting, as the surrounding land has military and industrial history that can affect entry. (Kalaeloa, Oahu, Hawaii, United States)