A Coastal Perspective

Photo of the Week: Sarasota Bay and Golden Gate Point

Damon Powers captures one of the area's most recognizable and beautiful landscapes.

11/06/2026 Photography by Damon Powers

Moon Magic

Photo of the Week: Beneath the Hunter’s Moon

"Viewed from Lido Shores, the moon appeared almost perfectly positioned above the downtown buildings, creating a striking nighttime portrait of Sarasota," says photographer Damon Powers.

10/30/2026 By Damon Powers

Star Power

Photo of the Week: Not All Stars Belong in the Sky

Damon Powers captures a starfish that's ready for its close-up.

10/23/2026 By Damon Powers

Magnificent Midnight Pass

Photo of the Week: Midnight Pass, October 2026

Two years after Hurricanes Helene and Milton forced open Midnight Pass, photographer Damon Powers checks in.

10/16/2026 By Damon Powers

The Calm Before the Storm

Photo of the Week: Sunset Over the Ringling Bridge

Even the places we pass every day can become extraordinary in the right light.

10/09/2026 By Damon Powers

Monster Mash

Photo of the Week: Lights at Spooky Point

Spooky season is here.

10/02/2026 Photography by Damon Powers

Article

Photo of the Week: Between Sunset and Storm

Damon Powers captures lightning breaking through the clouds after a colorful sunset.

09/25/2026 By Damon Powers

Color Correction

Photo of the Week: Venice Beach Under a Burning Sky

A powerful storm off the coast catches the setting sun and fills the sky with intense shades of orange, red and gold.

09/18/2026 Photography by Damon Powers

Night Lights

Photo of the Week: Sarasota After Dark

"From above, you can really see just how beautiful and vibrant Sarasota is at night," says photographer Damon Powers.

09/10/2026 Photography by Damon Powers

Flash Dance

Photo of the Week: Sunset Lightning Over Lido Beach

Damon Powers captured a natural phenomenon on Lido Beach this week.

09/04/2026 Photography by Damon Powers

Goodnight, Moon

Photo of the Week: Lunar Eclipse Over Sarasota

Every hour, for the full five-hour span of the eclipse, Powers took an image of the moon.

08/28/2026 By Damon Powers

Summer Sunsets

Photo of the Week: Sunset Over the Historic Blackburn Point Swing Bridge

Damon Powers captures a stunning summer sunset over one of Florida's historic bridges.

08/21/2026 By Damon Powers

Wish Upon a Star

Photo of the Week: Perseids Over Lido

Damon Powers captures a meteor streaking across the sky alongside the Milky Way.

08/14/2026 Photography by Damon Powers

Wild Florida

Photo of the Week: The Majestic Myakka River

The river offers a glimpse into Old Florida—one that has changed little over the centuries.

08/06/2026 Photography by Damon Powers

Sunset Strip

Photo of the Week: Fire in the Sky Over Anna Maria Island

Damon Powers checks in on the restoration of the historic city pier.

07/31/2026 By Damon Powers

Those Summer Nights

Photo of the Week: Explosive Summer Skies

Damon Powers captured a panoramic view of Wednesday's explosive sunset storm clouds

07/24/2026 By Damon Powers

Light Up Night

Photo of the Week: Nocturnal Lightning Strikes Over Sarasota Bay

Photographer Damon Powers captures a light show in downtown Sarasota.

07/17/2026 By Damon Powers

Loop de Loop

Photo of the Week: A Bird's-Eye View of St, Armands Circle

Surrounded by palm-lined streets, charming shops and beautiful coastal scenery, it's a perfect blend of relaxation and sophistication, says photographer Damon Powers.

06/26/2026 Photography by Damon Powers

True Colors

Photo of the Week: Sunset Mooring, Sarasota Bay

Photographer Damon Powers captures the charming sailboats moored near downtown's Bayfront Park.

06/19/2026 Photography by Damon Powers

Before Sunset

Photo of the Week: Lido Sunset Reflections

Damon Powers captures breathtaking post-thunderstorm skies.

06/12/2026 By Damon Powers

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