location-photo
camera
len
Canon EOS 5D Mark IV
Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II USM Lens
Shutter Speed
1/25 sec
Aperture
f/2.8
Focal Length
70mm
ISO
400

Kowalski Sausage Co.'s Neon Sign

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@haydenscott
At the original location of the 1920s-built Kowalski's Sausage Company, this iconic neon sign contrasts against the deep blue hues of the night sky — it's the perfect place to capture some of Michigan's history at night.

Plan

Overview

Skill level

Easy
Accessbility
Public Location

Hours

Anytime

Fee

Free

Pack

  • Normal lens (50mm)
  • Tripod

How to get there

N42° 23' 29.922"W83° 03' 36.2592"
This image was taken across the street from the Kowalski Sausage Co. on Holbrook Ave in Hamtramck. To get here, I recommend driving or taking a ride share. After parking your car, follow the GPS coordinates and you'll find the exact spot I stood to take this photo. Address: Kowalski Sausage Co., 2270 Holbrook Ave, Hamtramck, MI 48212

Tips

When to go

Best season

All months

Best time

Night
Unless there is a lot of snow, the brick exterior and Kowalski Sausage Co. neon sign will appear the same all months of year.
I definitely recommend visiting at night when the sign is lit up.

Field tips

Try shooting your image with a focal length of at least 50mm so you can zoom into the details of the sign while still capturing the length of the façade.
The sky and surrounding area can be quite dark, so consider using a tripod for a crisp shot.
Try taking multiple exposures and merging them in post-processing for a well lit image.

Current weather

Hamtramck, Michigan
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Blue Hour

11:07
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Sunrise

11:35
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Golden Hour

22:29
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Sunset

23:07
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Do nearby

You can visit the store earlier in the day for a local experience. It's open Monday through Friday 8AM-3PM.

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