Lake Havasu LIVING Magazine

May/June 2018 Photo Finish

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Surf & Turf This photo was taken at WORCS Racing in March 2018. “I was standing as near as I could to the race to take this shot. This was my first time shooting live action Motocross. I was there for the right shot at the right time. This was a super fun weekend and I was able to take a lot of pictures. I hope to make it next year for more shots.” Ada[...]

Photo Finish - Dog Days

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“This photo was captured with my Canon EOS 70D while hiking Pilot Rock trail in January with my boyfriend Dave. We wanted to take my 16-year- old nephew Logan on a hike and show him the beauty of Lake Havasu. Once we reached our destination, we had lunch, listened to music, took photos, and played ball with our purebred Australian Shepherd Zeus. He is the be[...]

Photo Finish - Why We Live in Havasu!

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If anyone ever asks you what you love about Lake Havasu, show them this picture. This photo speaks volumes, capturing all the reasons we live in Havasu; beautiful weather, sandy beaches, a beautiful lake, bike trails, fishing—and of course—those stunning sunsets that accentuate the close of another perfect day! “I shot this at Windsor 5 in Lake Havasu State [...]

The Day’s Last Light

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By Gerardo Gonzalez The last light of the setting sun can be a magical time of day in Lake Havasu, as the number of stunning sunsets are too numerous to even count. The reflection of the sun’s rays on the clouds and the lake make for a mesmerizing image. The rocky shore and low-hanging branches in the foreground give the photo a real depth. Gerardo took t[...]

Photo Finish - Starry Night

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The clear, starry nights are amazing around Havasu. Just driving a few miles out of town opens a vista of breathtaking nighttime stargazing. “I have always liked this particular spot in Cattail Cove, so as soon as we had a clear night sky, I grabbed my gear to set up this photo. I used a Canon 5D Mark iii, using a Sigma 20mm lens, ISO 3200 with a F-stop of 1[...]

Photo Finish - Lasting Impression

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Tim Balsamo Using a Sony a99 camera, Tim captured this stunning sunset while visiting Rotary Park. “The photo was taken just hours after I had signed my lease last November, officially moving from NYC to Havasu. This was the first sunset I had ever experienced here, and it helped assure me that my decision to come here, although a bit crazy, was a good on[...]

Photo Finish Contest - My Daddy, My Hero

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This image was taken at Heather’s studio here in Havasu using a Canon Rebel T5. “I love to try new things when trying to capture a special moment in a family's life. One of our local firefighter families wanted to create an unforgettable image by showcasing how small their newest child is, while incorporating dad's fire gear. I'm so glad I was able to [...]

Photo Finish - Show of Colors

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The Arizona state flag perfectly reflects the colors of the lake and the rays of the setting sun. Sydney enjoys photographing people and feels that every face tells a story. “I love working with my subjects one-on-one, so I can get to know them and find the best way to represent them in an image.” About Sydney Costello My name is Sydney Costello, I'm [...]

Fading Light

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A lone cactus appears to be taking in the final rays of sunlight in the desert north of town. The starkness of the desert floor accentuates the green of the cactus while the cactus spines appear to shimmer in the fading light. The colors of the clouds and sky further accentuate the lack of contrast in the rocky foreground. Jamie snapped this shot off Chen[...]

Sailin’ Away

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Not every boat on the lake is about speed. Joe Morgan, a 28 year old student living in Lake Havasu, captured this photo off the back of a friend’s boat. “I enjoyed the way the sky was meshing with the water, it was truly mesmerizing and looked like a painting.” Joe used his IPhone 6 Plus to take the photo. About Joe Morgan Originally from Minnesota, I move[...]

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