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Mike Butrovich 📸 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

@butrovich.bsky.social

Photographer #ButroBoudoir - Boudoir #ButroModel - Editorial #ButroTravel - Landscapes & Urban #ButroStars - Astrophotography #ButroTune - Favorite Tunes Retired USAF meteorologist Former Earth Science teacher Charleston, SC 📍 Learning 🇵🇹

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Mike Butrovich 📸 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿@butrovich.bsky.social · 2d ago

SpaceX transporting supplies to the International Space Station. #BlueSkyArtShow #Transportation

Mike Butrovich 📸 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿@butrovich.bsky.social · 2w ago

Falcon 9 cruising past my neighborhood in South Carolina. Taken with my DJI Air 3s. #ButroStars #falcon9 #rocket #nightphotography #CharlestonSC #SpaceX

The photograph captures the stunning "twilight phenomenon" of a rocket launch streaking across an early morning or twilight sky.

Key Elements of the Image:

• The Rocket Plume: In the upper right quadrant of the sky, a bright, glowing white exhaust trail fans out into a wide, aerodynamic shape often referred to as a "jellyfish" effect. This distinctive plume occurs when high-altitude exhaust gases from a rocket (such as a SpaceX Falcon 9) expand in the thin upper atmosphere and reflect sunlight from below the horizon.

• The Sky: The sky displays a beautiful gradient gradient, transitioning from a dark violet-blue at the top down to a glowing orange and yellow sunrise or sunset line just above the horizon. Small, faint stars or speckles of light are visible in the upper left.

• The Landscape: Below the horizon line lies a vast, dark landscape stretching into the distance. In the foreground, a residential neighborhood or cluster of buildings is brightly lit up, casting a warm yellow and white glow that contrasts with the dark forested areas surrounding it.

Mike Butrovich 📸 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿@butrovich.bsky.social · 2d ago

"Blue Sunset" Model: Chelsea #model #portrait #offcameraflash #nikon #ButroModel #Sunset #blue #CharlestonSC

The photo features a woman with short, wavy blonde-brown hair posing against a light gray stone wall. She is dressed in a vibrant, cobalt blue halter dress and looks directly at the camera with a subtle expression.

The background is dark and softly blurred, with a hint of warm sunset or orange lighting visible through an architectural opening behind her.

Mike Butrovich 📸 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿@butrovich.bsky.social · 4d ago

"A Moon and the Stars" Model: Britt 2025 Folly Beach, SC 📍 Read ALT for details of shoot #Astrophotography #beach #NightSky #CharlestonSC #MilkyWay #NightPhotography #LongExposure #nikon #ButroStars #ButroModel #boudoirphotography #boudoir #portrait #nikon #Butroboudoir #godox #offcameraflash

Mike Butrovich 📸 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿@butrovich.bsky.social · 5d ago

"High tide and good vibes" Model: Mary #beach #sunset #nikon #offcameraflash #portrait #model #ButroModel #redhead #ginger #bikini

Beaver On The Go @beaveronthego.bsky.social · 6d ago

My main photographer insisted that on this trip to Spain, we should only highlight the most beautiful scenery the country has to offer. So here we are, showing off a delicious, industrial 4-cheese pizza from Carrefour Market. Yeah, I know 😔 #Photography #Spain #Toledo

Bill Montei @billmontei.bsky.social · 6d ago

Tallinn, Estonia #UrbanGaze #HumansofBlueSky #photography

Mike Butrovich 📸 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿@butrovich.bsky.social · 6d ago

"Serving looks on and off the court" Model: Mandy #portrait #model #offcameraflash #nikon #tennis #ButroModel #blonde

The image shows a woman sitting on a tennis court, posing for a professional athletic photoshoot. She is wearing a matching all-white tennis outfit consisting of a cropped halter-style sports bra, a pleated tennis skirt, a white sun visor, and white athletic sneakers. Her posture is relaxed yet athletic as she leans back on one hand, while her other hand holds a black and blue tennis racket upright against the court surface.

She has a muscular build, long blonde hair, and is looking directly at the camera with a confident expression. Scattered around her on the green hard court surface are several bright yellow-green tennis balls. The backdrop features a standard chain-link tennis court fence with trees silhouettes behind it against a clear sky, illuminated by soft backlight

Mike Butrovich 📸 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿@butrovich.bsky.social · 6d ago

"Salty skin and sunshine" Model: Kim #model #portrait #offcameraflash #nikon #ButroModel #sunrise

This is a beautiful, sun-drenched beach portrait that captures a blend of confidence, femininity, and natural beauty. A woman stands at the water's edge during golden hour, smiling warmly at the camera as the setting sun illuminates the ocean behind her. Her wet hair, delicate water droplets on her skin, and relaxed pose give the image an authentic, just-stepped-out-of-the-water feeling.

Her light blue shirt draped off her shoulders creates a soft, romantic look that contrasts beautifully with the warm golden sunlight and cool blue-gray ocean. The backlighting adds a luminous glow to her hair and skin, while the sparkling waves create a dreamy, cinematic atmosphere.

The overall mood: Romantic, confident, intimate, and effortlessly sensual. It's a portrait that feels both polished and spontaneous, celebrating a woman who is comfortable in her own skin.

Mike Butrovich 📸 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿@butrovich.bsky.social · last wk.

#BlueSkyArtShow #Walls

Mike Butrovich 📸 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿@butrovich.bsky.social · last yr.

I fell in love with this building and everything else about Ericeira. 2023 Ericeira, Portugal 📍 #ericeira #visitportugal #portugallovers #lisbonlovers #portugal #portugaltravel #travelportugal #portugalovers #visitlisbon #moraremportugal #loveportugal #portugalcomefeitos

Mike Butrovich 📸 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿@butrovich.bsky.social · 2w ago

"Soaking in the last of Summer" Model: Kaitlyn Charleston, SC 📍 #sunset #charlestonSC #portrait #model #nikon #offcameraflash #ButroModel #brunette #lake

The image displays a portrait of a young woman posing outdoors against a scenic backdrop during the golden hour.

Subject

• Pose: She is captured from the waist up, standing with her body angled slightly away from the camera while looking down over her shoulder. Her expression is serene with a soft, gentle smile.
• Appearance: She has medium-length, dark brown hair that falls past her shoulders, dark eyebrows, and a warm complexion.
• Attire: She is wearing a bright, sleeveless pink dress or top featuring a high neckline.

Background & Lighting

• Setting: The background features a large body of water, likely a lake or a wide river, reflecting the warm hues of the sunset or sunrise. The silhouetted shape of a tree, reminiscent of a cypress, is visible on the right side.
• Lighting: The scene is illuminated by warm, golden light coming from behind and to the upper right side of the frame. This creates a distinct rim light or highlight effect along the contours of her hair and shoulder.
• Composition: The background is softly blurred (shallow depth of field), which keeps the main focus entirely on the woman.

Mike Butrovich 📸 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿@butrovich.bsky.social · 2w ago

"Rocking the Blue Jeans" Model: Vanessa Charleston, SC 📍 #Blues #charlestonSC #Bluejeans #portrait #model #nikon #offcameraflash #ButroModel #brunette

An outdoor portrait captures a woman with long, wavy brown hair standing on a brick pathway next to a black decorative metal railing.

Subject and Pose

• The woman stands with her left hand resting on her hip and her right arm leaning against the ornate black handrail.
• She has a serious expression, looking directly into the camera.
• Her long, dark brown hair flows over her right shoulder and down past her waist.

Clothing and Accessories

• Top: She is wearing a dusty blue, ribbed knit turtleneck sweater with puffed shoulders and fitted, elongated cuffs.
• Bottoms: She wears dark blue skinny jeans featuring distressed details and wide, cuffed hems embellished with multiple white pearls.
• Footwear: On her feet are pointed-toe, high-heeled ankle boots in a light beige or nude color, featuring a side zipper.
• Accessories: She wears dangling drop earrings and a belt with a metallic buckle.

Setting and Composition

• Foreground: The woman poses on a weathered brick step or low wall running parallel to a concrete sidewalk.
• Background: The background is softly blurred, showing a green hedge behind the railing on the left and a sunny street scene with a parked car on the right.
• Lighting: Bright, natural sunlight illuminates her from the side and back, creating a highlighting effect on her hair and clothing.

JBGarrity Photography @joegarrity.bsky.social · 2w ago

This dragonfly is a Wandering Glider (Pantala flavescens). It was preening its tarsus while resting on a branch. #naturephotography #nature #wildlifephotography #wildlife #macrophotography #macro #dragonfly #insects #eastcoastkin #eck #photography

Mike Butrovich 📸 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿@butrovich.bsky.social · 2w ago

"Dreams of the Queen City" Charlotte, NC 📍 #Charlotte #nightphotography #skyline #ButroTravel #nightscape #NorthCarolina #longexposure #Nikonphotography #nikon

The photo captures the illuminated skyline of Uptown Charlotte, North Carolina, taken from the grassy lawn of Romare Bearden Park at night.

Key Visual Features

• Foreground: A wide expanse of a dark, grassy field fills the lower portion of the frame, leading toward the park's landscaping.

• Midground: Green trees and lush foliage border the lawn, partially obscuring a bright neon blue and purple light installation or water feature glowing at the base of the buildings.

• Background Architecture: Several prominent skyscrapers light up the night sky, including the distinctive glowing pinnacle of the Bank of America Corporate Center peeking out in the center-left. To the far left, a tall, curved residential high-rise stands heavily illuminated with blue ambient lighting reflecting from its glass facade.

• Atmosphere: The night sky is dark and overcast, creating a stark contrast that makes the colorful city lights and architectural details pop vividly.

Edwin Godinho @bebedi.bsky.social · 2w ago

Leap of faith - This image of mine is in the finals of the British Photography awards. Please vote for the image using this link below. Thank you 🍻🙏🤗 www.britishphotographyawards.org/2026-shortli... #bebediphotography #britishphotographyawards #landanimal #redquirrel #canonuk

Mike Butrovich 📸 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿@butrovich.bsky.social · 2w ago

Falcon 9 cruising past my neighborhood in South Carolina. Taken with my DJI Air 3s. #ButroStars #falcon9 #rocket #nightphotography #CharlestonSC #SpaceX

Black Adam of Eternia @adamcadmon1.bsky.social · 2w ago

This is a visual of the mystery. Excellent.

Hiro Ohta@xlix.me · 2w ago

Lights pass. Their trails stay. Maybe ours will too.

PHOTO by Vishal Shah. A nighttime cityscape frames a sweeping elevated train track flanked by modern glass towers and old brick buildings. Long-exposure light trails from a passing train bend gracefully through the scene—ribbons of electric blue, red, orange, and white cutting through the dark steel rails. Office lights glimmer inside the curved glass facade on the left, where a “Joe & The Juice” café glows subtly. The stillness of the architecture contrasts with the fluid energy of the motion.

sky @scrutacieli.bsky.social · 2w ago

È di nuovo la notte prima di partire. Spero in un cielo gentile, che abbracci le mie paure, le mie tristezze e i miei impossibili sogni.

Tronchi di alberi spogli visti in silhouette sotto la Via Lattea; in lontananza luci che brillano nella vallata.
Mount Graham, Arizona.

È ancora la notte prima di partire. E come sempre spero che il cielo sia gentile con me, con le mie paure e tristezze, con i miei sogni.

Mike Butrovich 📸 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿@butrovich.bsky.social · 2w ago

"Beauty from behind the lens" Model: Gucci #ButroModel #Portrait #Nikon #offcamerflash #CharlestonSC #alley #Model

Mike Butrovich 📸 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿@butrovich.bsky.social · 2w ago

"The Queen City never sleeps" Drone imagery stacked into a video. #Charlotte #nightphotography #skyline #ButroTravel #nightscape #NorthCarolina #longexposure #DJIAir3s

Mike Butrovich 📸 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿@butrovich.bsky.social · 2w ago

"The Queen City never sleeps" #Charlotte #nightphotography #skyline #ButroTravel #nightscape #NorthCarolina #longexposure #nikon

This long-exposure nighttime photograph captures the illuminated skyline of Charlotte, North Carolina set against a dark sky, framed by highway overpasses in the foreground.

Key Details & Features:

Skyline Architecture:
Prominent skyscrapers line the horizon, including the glowing crown of the Bank of America Corporate Center on the left. Other recognizable towers feature distinctive lighting, such as blue accent strips, pointed roofs, and bright white crown tops across Uptown Charlotte.

Foreground & Highway Motion:
In the lower half of the frame, multi-level concrete highway ramps and overpasses intersect. Long-exposure light trails sweep across the bottom right and middle lanes, showing bright red taillights and yellow/white headlights from passing traffic.

Lighting & Tone:
The image features crisp contrast between the pitch-black night sky and the vibrant neon and warm interior architectural lights of the city.

Mike Butrovich 📸 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿@butrovich.bsky.social · 3w ago

"One part attitude. One part mystery. Totally confident." Model: Gucci #model #portrait #nikon #offcameraflash #CharlestonSC #alley

This is a moody, cinematic fashion portrait photographed in an outdoor restaurant/café setting at dusk or evening.

The woman is dressed in a fitted black dress with a halter-style neckline and black high heels, creating a sleek, sophisticated look. She is posed dynamically against the railing, with one leg extended and her body angled diagonally through the frame. Her upward gaze and hand near her neckline give the image a confident, almost theatrical quality.

The lighting is one of the strongest elements: cool ambient blue tones in the background contrast with the warmer illumination on her skin and the deep red restaurant umbrella overhead. The glowing “COAST” neon sign adds a strong environmental element and gives the photograph a distinctly urban/nightlife feel.

The composition also works because of the diagonal lines created by her body, the railing, and the architectural elements. It feels less like a conventional portrait and more like a frame from a sophisticated fashion film.

Michael Seeley @mseeley.net · 3w ago

A Boeing 737-823 (N898NN), @AmericanAir 2308, from Indianapolis (IND) to Miami (MIA), crossing the waning crescent Moon (40% illuminated) over Melbourne, Florida Sunday morning (Oct 4) @ 38,000 ft & 491 kts. 📷: me, flight data: @flightradar24.com #aviationphotography #avgeek

Mike Butrovich 📸 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿@butrovich.bsky.social · 3w ago

"Fais-moi un bisou" Model: Gucci #ButroModel #Portrait #Nikon #offcamerflash #CharlestonSC #alley

This photo captures a woman posing on a sidewalk outside what appears to be a French-style café.

🪞 Subject and Pose

• The woman is the central focus, seated backwards on a classic bistro-style chair.
• She is leaning her arms forward over the rounded backrest of the chair, looking directly at the camera with a confident expression.
• Her hair is styled in a high, structured updo with bangs framing her face.
• She is wearing a dark, halter-neck top or dress and dark, pointed-toe high heels. Her legs are extended wide to either side of the chair.

🧱 Background and Setting

• The chair is made of a light brown woven material with a checkered pattern on the circular backrest.
• Behind her to the left sits a small, round white marble-topped table holding a tiny vase with green plants or flowers.
• The backdrop features a rustic brick wall on the left and a dark-framed glass door or window on the right.
• The window signage is written in French, displaying terms like "POMMES FRITES", "PLAT DU JOUR", "CAFÉ AU LAIT", and "DÉJEUNER".

The overall composition has a dramatic, stylized fashion-shoot aesthetic, blending gritty street textures with elegant styling.

Mike Butrovich 📸 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿@butrovich.bsky.social · 3w ago

"Positive Vibes Only" Model: Gucci #ButroModel #Portrait #Nikon #offcamerflash #CharlestonSC #alley

The photo features a woman posing on an outdoor brick pathway lined with lush palm trees and café seating.

Subject and Pose
• The woman stands in the center of the frame, striking a dynamic, confident pose.

• She has her left leg lifted and bent at the knee, balancing gracefully on her right foot.

• One hand rests on her hip while the other is raised toward her head, tilting her upper body slightly back as she smiles toward the camera.

Clothing and Styling
• Dress: She is wearing a fitted black mini dress with a halter-style neckline, a keyhole cutout at the chest, and ruched detailing down the skirt.

• Shoes: She coordinates the outfit with sparkly, dark grey pointed-toe high heels.

• Hair & Makeup: Her dark hair is styled up with bangs framing her face, complemented by glamorous makeup and brightly painted pink nails.

Setting and Atmosphere
• Background: The setting appears to be a charming alleyway or promenade, possibly outside a restaurant or lounge.

• Greenery: Large potted palms and tall palm trees frame both sides of the walkway.

• Lighting: The scene is illuminated by warm, ambient string lights wrapped around the tree trunks and hanging overhead, creating an inviting, nighttime evening atmosphere.

• Furniture: Small metal bistro tables and chairs are scattered along the sides of the path.

Aintright @aintright.bsky.social · 3w ago

Bobbin the Robin #BirdOfTheDay #BlueSkies #ECK #birdphotography #birdsofbluesky #naturephotography

Mike Butrovich 📸 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿@butrovich.bsky.social · 3w ago

Black Dress and Long Legs" Model: Gucci Legs that go on for miles... #ButroModel #Portrait #Nikon #offcamerflash #CharlestonSC #alley

This photograph features a woman posing outdoors while seated on a classic woven bistro chair in front of what appears to be a French-style restaurant or cafe.

Composition & Subject
Central Figure: A woman with her dark hair styled in an elegant high updo with full bangs. She is looking directly at the camera with a subtle expression, resting her right hand near her face.

Attire: She is wearing a form-fitting, textured black halter mini dress featuring a plunging keyhole cutout at the chest. She completes the look with dark, pointed-toe high heels that have metallic accents.

Pose: She is sitting with her legs crossed high, angled toward the left side of the frame, which creates a dynamic, elongated line.

Setting & Background
Bistro Setting: She sits next to a small, round bistro table holding a tall glass of an iced beverage (likely iced tea) and a small glass vase with green flora.

Textured Backdrop: Behind her is a rustic brick wall to the left and a dark-framed doorway or window pane to the right.

Signage: A vintage-style white sign is visible on the door, displaying partial French text including "POMMES FRITES" and "PLATS DU JOUR."

Framing: A soft, blurred green leaf or plant frond cuts across the top-left foreground, adding depth to the shot.

Mike Butrovich 📸 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿@butrovich.bsky.social · 3w ago

"Who's shooting who?" Another photo shoot from a few years ago with my redhead. Men's shirts are the best outfit for a boudoir session. Model: Cindy #CharlestonSC 📍 #boudoirphotography #boudoir #beauty #sexy #sensual #portrait #modeling #ButroModel #ButroBoudoir

This photo shows a woman sitting cross-legged on a bed covered in white linens, posing against a dark brown, tufted or padded headboard.

Key details in the image include:

Subject & Pose: She has medium-length reddish-brown hair with side-swept bangs and is smiling toward the camera. She has one arm raised above her head resting near the top frame, while holding a black DSLR camera with a lens attached in her right hand.

Attire: She is wearing a bright blue, oversized button-down shirt that is left partially unbuttoned.

Setting: She is seated on white bedsheets with soft white pillows visible on either side. The lighting is soft and warm, casting a gentle glow on the scene.

Nikolai Sklobovsky 🔞 Art Nu @darthslr.bsky.social · 3w ago

Body stocking 👧 @maddipatty 🇺🇸 📷 @darth.slr 🇺🇸 @darthslr.bsky.social