Mike Butler – Architectural Photographer
Lighting the Legends: A Scottish Castle Adventure By Mike Butler | Architectural Photographer & Visual Storyteller Hero Shot: Slains Castle under the stars – Cruden Bay, Scotland (57.4162° N, 1.8413° W) As visual makers, we often find a niche and cling to it — for better or worse. For me,
Some places feel like they exist outside of time—Driftwood Beach on Jekyll Island is one of them. Scattered with sun-bleached trees, their twisted trunks and sprawling branches create a dreamlike landscape where nature and the elements have sculpted something truly mesmerizing.
Photographing this place isn’t just about capturing its beauty; it’s about telling the story of resilience, transformation, and the raw power of nature. In this post, I’ll share my experience photographing Driftwood Beach, the techniques I used to highlight its ethereal qualities, and what makes this location a must-visit for photographers and travelers alike.
