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Birds
- “Winter Finches”: Photographing the Common Redpoll in the Winter
- A White-throated Sparrow Enjoying a New Year and New Snow in Western Maine
- An American Tree Sparrow Visits the Backyard in Western Maine
- An Overview of the Dark-eyed Junco
- Attending the Annual Western Maine Audubon Warbler Walk in West Farmington, Maine
- Backyard Birds During the Early Spring
- Bird Photography with a Canon Rebel T6i Camera & 55-250mm Lens
- Birds in Florida During the Summer
- Birds in Maine
- Birdwatching After the Storm
- Discovering a Hairy Woodpecker Nesting Cavity in the Backyard
- Discovering the Brown Creeper
- Early Spring Birds in Maine
- Encountering a Hermit Thrush in the Woods
- For All of You Bird Lovers
- How to Attract Black-capped Chickadees with a Variety of Foods
- How to Get Wild Birds to Eat from Your Hand
- How to Help Birds During the Fall
- How to Make Pine Cone Bird Feeders
- How to Make Your Yard a Bird-Friendly Habitat for the Spring
- How to Tell the Difference Between Hairy and Downy Woodpeckers
- How to Tell the Difference Between the Female Purple Finch and Female Rose-breasted Grosbeak
- Identifying the Chipping Sparrow
- Identifying the Pine Warbler
- Identifying the Yellow-rumped Warbler
- It’s Fledgling Time
- July in Maine: What Types of Birds Can I Expect to See?
- June Eastern Phoebes in Western Maine
- Love is in the Air
- Observing Purple Sandpipers on the Coast of Maine
- October in Maine: What Types of Birds Can I Expect to See?
- Photographing Common Yellowthroats During Fall Migration
- Photographing Maine Wild Turkeys
- Photographing the Charming and Delightful Black-capped Chickadee
- Photographing the Chestnut-sided Warbler
- Photographing the Ruby-throated Hummingbird with a Canon T6i in Shutter Priority
- Purple Finch Facts
- Rose-breasted Grosbeak Facts and Information
- Ruby-throated Hummingbird Migration: Information for the Fall
- Some Information and a Few Interesting Facts About the Mourning Dove
- Spotting a Broad-winged Hawk in the Front Yard
- Spotting a Ruffed Grouse in the Woods
- Spring Bird Watching
- Summer Birds
- The Adorable Black-capped Chickadee
- The American Woodcock: Facts, Identification, Photographs, and Videos
- The Amusing Antics of the White-breasted Nuthatch
- The Birds Enjoying a Sunny Day After the Big Snowstorm
- The Black-capped Chickadees Have Returned
- The Brilliant Blue Jay
- The Delightful Tufted Titmouse
- The Distinctive Black-and-white Warbler
- The Downy Woodpecker: North America’s Smallest Woodpecker
- The Hummingbirds Are Here
- The Melodious Song Sparrow
- The Red-breasted Nuthatch and Its Quirky Behavior
- The Ruby-crowned Kinglet: A Tiny Bird with a Fearless Spirit
- The Spring Arrival of the Yellow-bellied Sapsucker
- The Vibrant American Goldfinch
- Welcoming My Bird Visitors for the New Year
- When Should I Bring My Hummingbird Feeders Inside?
- Winter Avian Visitors
- Winter Birds
Hiking
- A Fall Hike on Sanders Hill Trail in Rome, Maine
- A Fall Hike on the Mount Phillip Trail Loop in Rome, Maine
- A Fall Hike to Poplar Stream Falls in Carrabassett Valley, Maine
- A Monday Morning Hike in the Snow at Maine Huts & Trails in Carrabassett Valley, Maine
- A Scenic Hike at Smalls Falls in West Central Franklin, Maine
- A Scenic Hike on the French’s Mountain Trail Loop in Rome, Maine
- A Winter Hike in the Maine Huts & Trails in Carrabassett, Maine
- An Autumn Hike at the Scenic Center Hill Nature Trail in Mount Blue State Park in Weld, Maine
- An Autumn Hike on Reed Brook Trail in Kingfield, Western Maine
- Hiking in the Snow to Pico Ridge in Industry, Maine
- Hiking the Gauge Road Trailhead & Maine Hut Trail in Carrabassett, Maine
- Hiking the Mountain Trail in Rome, Maine During the Winter
- Hiking the Ship Harbor Nature Trail in Acadia National Park
- Hiking to the Base of Mosher Hill Falls in Farmington, Maine
- Snow Hiking with the Boys
Home & Living
- 4 Must Have Tools For Your Kitchen
- A Thanksgiving to Remember
- Almost 24 Hours Without Power
- Another Hour Without Power
- Bellemain Stainless Steel Colander
- Bob’s Red Mill Gluten Free Zucchini-Bread Recipe
- Braun MQ537 Multiquick 5 Hand Blender
- Christmas 2021
- Common Yard and Garden Pests
- Cream of Broccoli Soup Recipe
- Cuban Black Beans & Rice Recipe
- Date Pudding with Salted Caramel Sauce Recipe
- Deep Snow Cold Weather Camping in Maine
- Dicing Carrots for Size Consistency
- Easy Crab Cakes with Quick Tartar Sauce Recipe
- Foaming Pine Trees & Heavy Rainfall on Christmas Day
- Fresh Baked Garlic Knots Recipe
- Gluten-Free Gingerbread Bundt Cake Recipe
- Greek Salad with Avocado Recipe
- Growing Last Year’s Collected & Stored Nasturtium Seeds
- How To Chop Fresh Herbs
- How to Correctly Chop an Onion
- How to Harvest & Dry Lavender
- If April Showers Bring May Flowers, What Does Snow Bring?
- Lavender Ice Cream Recipe
- Lodge Cast Iron Dutch Oven
- Lodge Cast Iron Griddle
- Marcato Atlas Wellness 150 Pasta Maker
- My 31 Days of Halloween
- Perfectly Crisp Roasted Potatoes Recipe
- Purchasing a Culinary Knife Set
- Rachael Ray’s Guinness Float Recipe
- Repairing & Refinishing a Wooden Kitchen Cutting Board
- Spring Has Arrived Here in Western Maine
- Sugared Cranberries Recipe
- The First Power Outage & Snowfall of the Season
- The Rules of Sautéing
- The Ultimate Dutch Oven Macaroni & Cheese Recipe
- Tips On Peeling & Mincing Garlic
- Valentine’s Day Chocolate Raspberry Mousse Recipe
- Walking Around the University of Maine at Farmington During the Fall
- Weathering the Storm During a Late Fall Nor’easter
- What Does Cutting “On the Bias” Mean in the Culinary World?
- When & How to Cut Peonies for Flower Arranging
- Why Did My Bread Come Out Flat?
Interviews
- A Close Up Interview with Photographer Tim Davis
- A Closer Look at Nature with Wildlife & Nature Photographer Peter Brooks
- A Connection to the Natural World: Getting to Know Nature & Landscape Photographer Abi Warner
- A Love for Photography: Getting to Know Isabel Nolasco, Portuguese Street & Travel Photographer
- A Passion for Adventure: Getting to Know Photographer Adam Romanowicz
- A Passion for Nature and Wildlife: An Interview with Photographer Becca Fulcher
- A Passion for Photography: Learning About Photographer Vince Burton
- A Photographer’s Journey: Learning About Wildlife & Nature Photographer Henry Calderon
- Aimee Maher: Photographing Nature in All Its Beauty
- An Insightful Interview with Photographer Ricky Jones
- An Inspiring Photography Interview with Joshua Tann
- An Interview with Cara Young of Puffin Croft B&B, Petting Farm, & Farm Shop
- An Interview with Fine Art Photographer Glenn Barclay
- An Interview with Landscape & Nature Photographer Susan Garver
- An Interview with Landscape and Street Photographer Stephen Cosh
- An Interview with Lori A. Cash, Wildlife and Nature Photographer
- An Interview with Nature & Wildlife Photographer Cheryl Dumoulin
- An Interview with Nature Enthusiast & Amateur Wildlife Photographer Mark Evans
- An Interview with New England Based Photographer Kristen Wilkinson
- An Interview with Photographer André Audet
- An Interview with Photographer Cathy Summa-Wolfe
- An Interview with Photographer Hadiya Ali
- An Interview with Photographer Ike Smith of Humperdink Photography
- An Interview with Photographer Jason Fink of Lehigh Valley Wall Art
- An Interview with Photographer Joe Anderson of Nature Thru Photos
- An Interview with Photographer Kyle Haley
- An Interview with Photographer Liz Thomas
- An Interview with Photographer Louise Morris
- An Interview with Photographer Neal McClure
- An Interview with Photographer Norma Brandsberg
- An Interview with Photographer Peter Cooper
- An Interview with Photographer Robert M. Ring
- An Interview with Photographer Scott Lyons
- An Interview with Photographer Steve Hogan
- An Interview with Professional Landscape & Portrait Photographer Richard Snow
- An Interview with Professional Wildlife Photographer & Documentary Filmmaker Paul Alistair Collins
- An Interview with Published Nature Photographer & Tutor Steve Liptrot
- An Interview with Tanya Stollznow, Wildlife & Conservation Photographer
- An Interview with Wildlife and Nature Artist Cindy Sorley-Keichinger
- Angela Scrivin: One Artist’s Journey
- Antonio Busiello: The Art of Story Telling Through Photography
- Around the World with Photographer Matt Conti
- Behind the Lens: An Interview with Photographer James “Bo” Insogna
- Beyond the Image: An Interview with Photographer Ralph Hassenpflug
- Bird Photography with Jocelyn Anderson
- Capturing Moments in Time: An Interview with Amy Sorvillo
- Capturing the Natural World: An Interview with Photographer Kerri Martin
- Capturing the Spirit of Animals: An Interview with Professional Photographer Sandy Sharkey
- Capturing the Wild: An Interview with Keith Elcombe
- Capturing Unique and Unexpected Moments in Nature: An Interview with Photographer Kate Del Fante Scott
- Connecting with Nature: An Interview with Photographer Evgeniya Lystsova
- Creating a Philosophy: An Interview with the FPoint Collective
- Exploring the Unusual in the Usual: An Interview with Redski Redd
- Exploring the Visually Unknown: An Interview with Photographer Austin J Schofield
- Finding Inspiration in Nature: Getting to Know Photographer Hita Bambhania-Modha
- Finding Inspiration in the Natural World: An Interview with Artist Jim Ryan
- Getting to Know Canadian Nature & Wildlife Abstract Photographer Debbie Oppermann
- Getting To Know Fine Art Photographer Rachel Morrison
- Getting to Know Landscape & Nature Photographer Ed Clark
- Getting to Know Landscape & Nature Photographer Simmie Reagor
- Getting to Know Landscape & Travel Photographer and Adobe Certified Expert David Marx
- Getting to Know Landscape Photographer Stuart Lawton
- Getting to Know Nature Photographer & Filmmaker James Shooter
- Getting to Know Photographer Annie Graybill from Peaceful Pandemonium Photography
- Getting to Know Photographer Ben Hurst
- Getting to Know Photographer Bill Norton
- Getting to Know Photographer Howard Kearley
- Getting to Know Photographer Jeff Sinon
- Getting to Know Photographer Karen Miller
- Getting to Know Photographer Matthew Barfield
- Getting to Know Photographer Paul Hayes
- Getting to Know Photographer Randy Dykstra
- Getting To Know Professional Wildlife Photographer and Guide Pete Walkden
- Getting to Know Tami Quigley, Fine Art Photographer
- Getting to Know Wildlife & Landscape Photographer Alan Mackenzie
- Getting to Know Wildlife & Travel Photographer Daniel Trim
- Getting to Know Wildlife Photographer Mark Blake
- Getting to Know Wildlife Photographer Oscar Dewhurst
- Insights from Wildlife Photographer Chris Murchison
- Inspirational Photography by Photographer Jim Pottkotter
- Inspirational Photography by Wildlife Photographer Nick Hurst
- Interviewing Catherine Bullen: Nature & Wildlife Photographer
- Interviewing Commercial Photographer Ade Wilson
- Interviewing Fine Art & Stock Photographer Tanya Smith
- Interviewing Fine Art Photographer Andrew Desiderio of DesiDrew Photography
- Interviewing Landscape & Travel Photographer Sebastien Coell
- Interviewing Lorraine Baum of Rock Creek Images
- Interviewing New England-based Photographer Michael Blanchette
- Interviewing Nigel Chester-Buckley of NCB Wildlife
- Interviewing Paul Abrahams of Ginger Wildlife Photography
- Interviewing Paul Crampton of Emilebaudot’s Photography & Blog
- Interviewing Photographer Evan Wade Smith
- Interviewing Photographer John Hughes
- Interviewing Photographer Jon Hawkins of Surrey Hills Photography
- Interviewing Photographer Stephen Dinsdale
- Interviewing Photographer, Filmmaker, Storyteller & Cinematographer Vishal Jadhav
- Interviewing Scottish Artist Gordon Bruce
- Interviewing Wildlife Photographer & Natural History Photojournalist Scott Latham
- Into the Wild: An Interview with Professional Nature Photographer Paul Miguel
- Learning About Abstract Artist & Photographer Lara Morrison
- Learning About Dartmoor Photographer Helen Northcott
- Learning About Ian McGill: Nature & Wildlife Photographer
- Learning About Lisa Manifold, Freelance Wildlife & Nature Photographer
- Learning About Photographer Gavin Bickerton-Jones
- Learning About Photographer Jennifer White
- Learning About Photographer Matt McGee
- Learning About Photographer Paula Cooper
- Linda Howes: Viewing the Beauty of Nature Through the Art of Photography
- Michalakis Ppalis: A Photographer’s Journey
- Nature in Art: An Interview with Visual Artist Leah Berman
- Photography with a Passion: An Interview with John Clark
- Story Telling Through the Lens: An Interview with Cendrine Marrouat
- Sylvie Mazerolle: Capturing the Beauty of Everyday Life
- The Art of Photography: An Interview with Norman Gabitzsch
- The Artist’s Interview with Metal Artist Jeff Sellers
- The Artist’s Interview with Rebecca Wang
- The Artist’s Interview with Soraya Silvestri
- The Beauty of Nature: An Interview with Photographer Catherine Reading
- The Photographer’s Interview with George Wheelhouse
- Up Close & Personal: Interview with Wildlife Photographer Greg Harvey
- Up Close and Personal with Wildlife & Adventure Photographer Andrew Sproule
- Wildlife Photography Interview with Nikki Humphrey
Nature & Wildlife
- A Draft Horse at an Equine Rescue in Western Maine
- A Dragonfly During the Late Summer
- A Gopher Tortoise in Florida
- A Grasshopper Visiting a Purple Coneflower
- A Hummingbird Moth Visiting Phlox Garden Plants in Western Maine
- A Painted Lady Butterfly Visiting a Mammoth Sunflower in the Garden
- A Quiet and Beautiful Hike in Maine
- A Snowshoe Hare in Maine
- A Visit From an American Red Squirrel
- A Visit From an Eastern Gray Squirrel During a Snowstorm
- A Young Garter Snake on an Autumn Day in Western Maine
- After the Freezing Rain
- An American Toad in Western Maine
- Animal Tracks in the Snow in Western Maine
- Another Round of Gusty Winds Here in the Pine Tree State
- Backyard Winter Camping in Maine
- Braving the Storm
- Bumblebees Visiting Autumn Black-Eyed Susan Flowering Plants
- Common Yard and Garden Pests
- Did I See a Hummingbird, Bumblebee, or Hummingbird Moth in the Garden?
- Early Summer Groundhog Kits in Western Maine
- Hearty Ten Vegetable Stew Recipe
- I Love to Hate the American Red Squirrel
- Late Spring Bumblebees in Maine
- My Favorite Bird Seed Bandit
- Nature’s Very Own Unique Winter Ice Shapes & Patterns
- New England Butterflies
- Photographing Evening Grosbeaks
- Photographing the Nature Haven Located in My Own Backyard
- Photographing Wildlife in Soft Lighting
- Photos of Grasshoppers Around the Property
- Rebel’s Return: A Groundhog in Maine
- Releasing My First Monarch Butterfly
- Sautéing With a 12″ All-Clad Skillet
- Signs of Spring
- Spring is Finally Here in Western Maine
- The Calm Before the Storm
- The Quiet Beauty of Winter in Maine
- There is Nothing Like a Good Hike to Clear the Head
- Tracking Animals in the Snow
- White-tailed Deer in Florida
Travel
- A Fall Visit to the Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse Located in Acadia National Park
- A Late Summer Walk on the Scenic Narrow Gauge Pathway in Carrabassett Valley of Western Maine
- A Morning Walk Through the Ancient Ruins of Pompeii
- A Nostalgic Experience at Zeb’s General Store in North Conway, New Hampshire
- A Quick Visit to Mosher Hill Falls in Farmington, Maine
- A Rainy Afternoon in Bangor, Maine
- A Scenic Fall Drive on the Way to North Conway, New Hampshire
- A Sunday Drive and Photographing Lupines in Western Maine
- A Sunshine Filled Day in Camden, Maine
- A Visit to the Christmas Loft in North Conway, New Hampshire
- A Visit to the Ski Museum of Maine in Kingfield
- An Afternoon on the Picturesque Island of Capri, Italy
- An Autumn View of Clearwater Lake from Pico Ridge in Industry, Maine
- An Autumn Walk Through Aix-en-Provence
- Bonney Woods Walk in Farmington, Maine
- Breaking In My New Hiking Boots While Walking Around Downtown Farmington, Maine
- Cascade Stream Gorge Trail in the Rangeley Lakes Region of Maine
- Cats of the Ancient City of Ephesus in Turkey
- Early Autumn Apple Picking at Morrison Hill Orchard in Farmington, Maine
- Enjoying the Fall Foliage of Northern New England During Peak Viewing Season
- Experiencing Fall During Homecoming Weekend at Sugarloaf in Carrabassett Valley, Maine
- Late Summer ATV Riding in Carrabassett Valley, Maine
- Michelangelo’s Renaissance Masterpiece the David at the Accademia Gallery in Florence, Italy
- Notre-Dame de la Garde in Marseille, France
- Our Annual Mountain Blackberry Harvest
- Photographing the Jackson Covered Bridge Located Over the Ellis River in Jackson, New Hampshire
- Photographing the Somesville Bridge Near Acadia National Park on Mount Desert Island in Maine
- Shooting Landscape Photography in Aperture Priority Mode with a Canon Rebel T6i Camera
- Sightseeing in Florence, Italy
- St. Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City Within the City of Rome
- Sugarloaf Mountain & Kingfield on a Perfect Winter’s Day in Maine
- The Acropolis of Athens in Greece
- The Colosseum in Rome, Italy
- The Interior of the Hagia Sophia Museum in Istanbul, Turkey
- The Wire Bridge in New Portland, Maine During the Early Autumn
- Touring the Grounds of the Rampart Casino at J.W. Marriott Las Vegas Resort & Spa
- Touring the Square of Miracles In Pisa, Italy
- Visiting Camden, Maine During the Holiday Season
- Visiting Freeport & Brunswick, Maine During the Holiday Season
- Visiting Houston Brook Falls in Bingham, Maine
- Visiting Kingfield & Farmington, Maine During the Holiday Season
- Visiting Lemon Stream in Franklin County, Maine
- Visiting Maple Hill Farm in Farmington, Maine on Maine Maple Sunday
- Visiting Quill Hill in the Rangeley Area of Maine During the Fall
- Visiting Saint-Sauveur Cathedral in Aix-en-Provence in Southern France
- Visiting the Bethel Inn Resort & Common Area in Bethel, Maine
- Visiting the Boothbay Harbor Region in Maine Over the Holiday Weekend
- Visiting the Conway Scenic Railroad Station in North Conway, New Hampshire
- Visiting the Jackson Mountain Maple Syrup Farm in Temple, Maine on Maple Sunday
- Visiting the Spring Mountains National Recreation Area, Also Known as Mt. Charleston in Clark County, Nevada
- Visiting the Washington Oaks Gardens State Park Near Palm Coast, Florida
- Walking the Orono Bog Boardwalk in the Bangor City Forest in Maine
Trees, Plants & Flowers
- Autumn Collection & Storing Nasturtium Seeds Over the Winter
- Blooming Eastern Purple Coneflowers
- Bumblebees Visiting Autumn Black-Eyed Susan Flowering Plants
- Bunchberry Identification & Facts
- Enjoying the Vibrant Foliage of the Fall Season Here in Maine
- Flowers and Insects
- Flowers Blooming Around the Yard
- Growing a Summer Herb Garden
- Growing Beautiful Wildflowers
- How to Grow Creeping Thyme Successfully from Seed
- Ikebana: The Art of Japanese Flower Arranging
- Information About Swamp Thistle (Cirsium muticum)
- June Blooms
- New England Flowers
- Our First Big Snowstorm of the Year
- Scenes of Fall – Autumn in Maine
- Spring Apple Blossoms
- Summer Garden Cosmos
- Summer New England Flowers
- Sunflowers Blooming During the Late Summer in Western Maine
- Vibrant Nasturtium Flowers Growing in the Garden
- Waking Up to a Winter Wonderland