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Full spectrum photographer and avid beach-goer. Personal account. All views expressed are my own. 🌈

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mullicannot.bsky.social @mullicannot.bsky.social · Apr 24

My camera battery ran out last night at the beach, but I still managed to capture this elegant sunset on my iPhone

#photography #sunset #beach #SanDiego

A golden sunset over the Pacific Ocean, seen from a beach in San Diego. The sun is low on the horizon, casting warm light onto wet sand and scattered seaweed. To the left, a long pier stretches into the ocean, while a rocky jetty juts out from the right. The sky is filled with soft, layered clouds reflecting hues of orange, blue, and gray.

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mullicannot.bsky.social @mullicannot.bsky.social · 1d

Blue Door Winery in October in Julian, California.

#irphotography #infraredphotography #infraredphoto #infrared #kolarivision #irchrome #sandiegocounty #julian #winery #october

Infrared photograph of a white wooden building with blue lettering that reads “Blue Door Winery Tasting Room.” Bright red and orange foliage surrounds the structure, contrasting sharply with a deep blue sky. The sunlight casts angular shadows across the siding, and a small path leads toward a pink shrub and a magenta sign in the distance.

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mullicannot.bsky.social @mullicannot.bsky.social · 1d

The truck is actually red to our eyes. The rest is a trick of infrared light. Captured with a modified full spectrum camera. Trick or treat!

#irchrome #infraredphotography #irphotography #infraredart #infraredcolor #fullspectrum #kolarivision #irphoto #vintagegmo #happyhalloween #julian

A vintage red GMC truck parked on a dirt clearing, surrounded by trees with leaves glowing in bright red and orange tones from infrared light. The sky appears deep blue, contrasting with the warm hues of the foliage and the truck’s vivid color.

mullicannot.bsky.social @mullicannot.bsky.social · 2d

These pumpkins are photographed in partial infrared light with a full spectrum modified camera. Notice how the stems aren’t green? Trick or treat!

#irchrome #infraredphotography #irphotography #infraredart #infraredcolor #infraredpumpkins #pumpkin #happyhalloween #julian

Two bright orange pumpkins on gray concrete steps, photographed in partial infrared light. The nearest pumpkin fills most of the frame, with textured ridges and a brown stem that appears desaturated due to the infrared spectrum. A second pumpkin sits in softer focus behind it, with deep shadows and a reddish background adding warmth and contrast.

mullicannot.bsky.social @mullicannot.bsky.social · 3d

Sometimes you should linger a little longer after the sun sets

#oceanbeach #sandiego #oceanbeachpier #sunsetphotography #moodylandscape #dramaticlight #reflections #photographersofbluesky

A dramatic view of the Ocean Beach Pier at sunset in San Diego. Dark, heavy clouds fill most of the sky, with a narrow strip of golden light glowing along the horizon. The pier extends far into the ocean, its lights faintly visible, while the wet sand mirrors the sky’s color and the silhouetted figure of a lone person walking near the water.

mullicannot.bsky.social @mullicannot.bsky.social · 3d

I took this photo not long after saying goodbye to my dog this summer. It was the hardest day of my life, and this image carries that weight. 590nm infrared.

#irphotography #infraredphotography #infraredphoto #infrared #kolarivision #590nm #sandiego #oceanbeach #beach #dogbeach #ocean

Infrared photograph of a desert-like beach landscape under a deep blue sky with scattered clouds. On the right, a gnarled, wind-twisted tree leans toward the sand, its branches bleached white and its foliage rendered in pale copper tones. In the distance, a white statue of a man and a dog stand on the horizon, illuminated starkly against the warm-toned vegetation and the cool gradient of the sky.

mullicannot.bsky.social @mullicannot.bsky.social · 3d

This is gorgeous! Love the gradient

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mullicannot.bsky.social @mullicannot.bsky.social · 5d

Riding the tram at the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway. Full spectrum EOS R8 + 850nm filter. The tram cars spin as they climb and descend, and I shot this through a window gap. Very proud!

#irphotography #infraredphotography #infrared #kolarivision #850nm #palmsprings #irlandscape #landscape #tramway

A wide infrared photograph taken from a rotating tram descending a steep canyon. The dark tram car appears on the right, suspended by cables stretching into the distance. Jagged, rocky slopes fill the frame, and bright foliage at the valley floor glows white under the 850 nm infrared light. In the distance, another tram hangs midline above the desert plain, where faint wind turbines and farmland emerge under a pale sky.

mullicannot.bsky.social @mullicannot.bsky.social · 7d

Meet me down at dog beach?

#irphotography #infraredphotography #infrared #kolarivision #550nm #sandiego #oceanbeach #beach #dogbeach #ocean #colorswap

Infrared photograph of a sunny neighborhood street lined with tall palm trees whose leaves appear crimson against a deep cyan sky. A person walks three dogs across the foreground, casting long shadows on the asphalt. The mid-century buildings and street signs remain neutral in tone, emphasizing the surreal color contrast created by the infrared effect. The composition feels open and cinematic, with the vivid palms framing the scene against the wide expanse of sky.

mullicannot.bsky.social @mullicannot.bsky.social · 7d

Watching the world in infrared from Ocean Beach pier.

#irphotography #infraredphotography #infrared #kolarivision #550nm #sandiego #oceanbeach #beach #surfing #dogbeach #ocean #colorswap

mullicannot.bsky.social @mullicannot.bsky.social · 12d

Not at all war torn! Ugh.

mullicannot.bsky.social @mullicannot.bsky.social · 12d

🤷‍♂️

mullicannot.bsky.social @mullicannot.bsky.social · 12d

Couple views of downtown San Diego, California from Coronado Island.

#irphotography #infraredphotography #infrared #kolarivision #irchrome #palmtreeart #coronado #sandiego

San Diego skyline viewed across the bay with tall buildings and the convention center along the waterfront. The water reflects the bright blue sky above. The palm trees and greenery appear in striking shades of red, a result of using an infrared filter that shifts the way foliage is rendered, creating a surreal contrast with the natural colors of the city and sky.

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mullicannot.bsky.social @mullicannot.bsky.social · 15d

Swim at your own risk!

#irphotography #infraredphotography #infrared #kolarivision #irchrome #palmtreeart #coronado #sandiego #lifeguard

A white sign with bold black letters reads “NO LIFEGUARD ON DUTY SWIM AT YOUR OWN RISK.” The sign is mounted on a metal post in front of a blurred background of water, sailboats, and a city skyline under a blue sky.

mullicannot.bsky.social @mullicannot.bsky.social · 18d

Keep your head up

#irphotography #infraredphotography #infrared #kolarivision #irchrome #palmtreeart #oceanbeach #sandiego

A tall palm tree with bright red fronds stands against a blue sky with scattered clouds. The tree trunk rises straight up from the bottom of the frame, leading to the dense, spiky crown of vividly colored leaves at the top.

mullicannot.bsky.social @mullicannot.bsky.social · 20d

Infrared palm trees captured captured with a 590nm filter and converted to black and white.

#irphotography #infraredphotography #infrared #kolarivision #590nm #sandiego #oceanbeach #palmtree #colorswap

Three tall palm trees viewed from below, their fronds glowing bright white against a deep black sky, captured in infrared for a stark, high-contrast effect.

mullicannot.bsky.social @mullicannot.bsky.social · 24d

Mt. Hood as seen from a highrise in downtown Portland, Oregon, during a recent trip.

#irphotography #infraredphotography #infrared #kolarivision #irchrome #oregon #portland #mthood #IRlandscape

Mount Hood rises in the distance, its peak softened by pale blue haze. In the foreground, rolling hills and dense forests appear in infrared tones, with trees glowing in shades of deep pink and red. Layers of misty ridgelines stretch toward the mountain, creating a sense of depth and scale.

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mullicannot.bsky.social @mullicannot.bsky.social · 24d

It really only works well with a 720nm filter or stronger. Any lower and there’s too much visible light let in for an unmodified camera for it to get much infrared

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mullicannot.bsky.social @mullicannot.bsky.social · 29d

Thanks for the kind words! I really appreciate that. I’ve been more active on IG lately at @fromthebroll.

I recommend just starting with a regular camera, tripod and a 720nm filter. You can get into by taking long exposures like this one. I took this on a regular, unconverted camera.

Black-and-white infrared photograph of rugged ocean cliffs with layered rock formations descending into misty, blurred waves from a long exposure. The coastline stretches into the distance with rolling hills above and a cloudy sky overhead. Small figures stand on the far cliff edge, emphasizing the scale of the landscape.

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mullicannot.bsky.social @mullicannot.bsky.social · Jul 22

Thank you! I have to admit—I’ve had a lot of practice with these trees. It’s a favorite haunt.

mullicannot.bsky.social @mullicannot.bsky.social · Jul 20

San Diego Pride Parade 2025. Look closely for a clever detail on the soles of the shoes

#irphotography #infrared #pride #sandiego #sandiegopride

Two people walk side by side down a city street during a Pride parade, both dressed in bright pink clothing. One wears a pink fuzzy tail, and the other carries a pink drawstring backpack. The surrounding crowd and trees appear vibrant pink due to infrared photography, creating a surreal, celebratory atmosphere. The white road line leads into a dense background of palm trees and festivalgoers.

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mullicannot.bsky.social @mullicannot.bsky.social · Jul 19

Alley in Southern California through a 590nm filter

#InfraredPhotography #FullSpectrumPhotography #InfraredArt #IRPhotography #FalseColorInfrared #SanDiego

Infrared image of an alleyway lined with fences, a detached garage, and utility poles. Tall palm trees appear pale and frosted against a textured sky with streaks of clouds and power lines crossing overhead.

mullicannot.bsky.social @mullicannot.bsky.social · Jul 18

Backyard chicken hanging out under some patio furniture. Shot with a 590nm infrared filter

#photography #infrared #IRphotography #chickens #backyardchickens #SanDiego #fullspectrum

A light brown chicken with speckled neck feathers walks beneath a black metal chair in an outdoor setting. The ground is covered with pale yellow plants and cool-toned dirt, rendered in false colors due to the use of a 590nm infrared filter. The infrared effect gives the image a dreamlike quality, with surreal blue and golden hues.

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mullicannot.bsky.social @mullicannot.bsky.social · Jul 18

Neighborhood cat* not car 🤦‍♂️

mullicannot.bsky.social @mullicannot.bsky.social · Jul 18

Neighborhood car as seen through a 590nm infrared filter

#photography #infrared #IRphotography #cats #catsofbluesky

A cream-colored cat steps forward on a concrete surface. Captured in infrared, the cat’s pale fur appears bright and its eyes have a silvery, reflective quality. The background shows a doorway and metalwork, softly blurred to emphasize the cat’s focused expression.

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mullicannot.bsky.social @mullicannot.bsky.social · Jul 15

Power lines in 590nm infrared

#photography #infrared #IRphotography #fullspectrum #SanDiego

Infrared photo of a utility pole with a web of intersecting power lines against a deep blue sky. Warm-toned palm fronds and trees frame the image, with a row of tall palm trees in the background. The image has a surreal, infrared-toned color palette with orange foliage and cool blue tones.

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