St. Ignace’s Iconic Wawatam Lighthouse: Wall Art Print St. Ignace Michigan near Mackinac Island Modern Lighthouse Metal/Aluminum/Canvas

The Wawatam Lighthouse in St. Ignace, Michigan, stands as more than just a beacon guiding ships. It’s the icon of St. Ignace, a symbol of resilience and modern engineering. And I remember this shot, I was standing there, the air crisp, and the lighthouse standing tall as a guardian. I couldn’t help but ask myself: What makes them so interesting? Wawatam is relatively young compared to the towering, weather-beaten beacons from centuries past. It is nevertheless undeniably charming. It was originally built in 1998 for a Monroe pier and later moved to its home in St. Ignace in 2006. A lighthouse doesn’t often find a second life. But here it is, Wawatam is leading both ships and visitors through the Straits of Mackinac. The calm waves brushed against the pier as I took the photo. The sky was soft, and the white and red structure perfectly blended with the skies. Something about it just felt right; everything felt in the right place for the perfect shot. It wasn’t only about the conditions.