The Hip Explorer

At Rockland Harbor in Midcoast Maine, the morning begins in fire and reflection. The sun breaks the horizon, casting its first golden light across the calm harbor. Boats float quietly on glassy water, their silhouettes reflected in streaks of orange, pink, and blue. The piers and moorings stand in contrast to the brilliance of the sky, reminding you this is a working harbor — alive with both industry and beauty. This Rockland Harbor sunrise print captures that fleeting moment when the world feels suspended between night and day.

Rockland has long been one of Maine’s most iconic harbors, known for its fishing fleet, sailing culture, and vibrant waterfront. Sunrise here feels timeless: masts piercing the horizon, lobster boats preparing for the day, and the light itself changing by the second. It’s a scene that has drawn painters, photographers, and travelers for generations. Hanging this print brings that atmosphere into your space — the calm of water at rest paired with the energy of a new day rising.

The colors of this image tell their own story. Warm orange tones spill outward from the sun, dissolving into purples and deep blues above. The reflections double the impact, stretching across the water until sky and sea are nearly indistinguishable. It’s both soothing and dramatic, a balance that makes this piece equally at home in a living room, office, or coastal retreat.

Each print is crafted on professional-grade photographic paper, designed to preserve both color and detail. You can choose from three finish options:

• E-Surface: balanced tones and true-to-life color.

• Metallic: a glossy sheen that deepens contrast and adds vibrancy.

• Deep Matte: soft, painterly, and non-reflective.

Available in a range of sizes — from 5×7 for a desk or shelf, to 24×36 for a statement wall — this print allows you to bring a piece of Maine’s sunrise coast into your home.

Every print is carefully reviewed, color-checked, and prepared for professional printing to ensure quality that lasts.

Note from the Photographer: Taken at Rockland Harbor just after sunrise, when the water stilled to glass and the first light of day spread across the boats and piers.