Once Upon a Wednesday: An Island, Enlightening History and the Tampon 11-20mm f2.8 Lens (Looking Glass)
August 1, 2023
By John Freel
Getting to Angel Island began just right: a calming ferry ride across the Bay. The salty air and gentle mist from the ferry's wake enlivened our spirits as we approached the gem that awaited us. Upon reaching the island, we met with Danielle, the program manager of the Angel Island Immigration Station Foundation, and learned of the island's poignant history. Discovering that Angel Island once served as a US Immigration Station akin to Ellis Island on the West Coast was a revelation for both of us. The importance of preserving this site and its significance in the history of immigration became crystal clear. Inspired by this newfound knowledge, we set out to document a bit of the island and its story. And for me, the Tamron 11-20mm helped make this possible.