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Hands OFF! Protest Boston
When your governor participates and speaks at an anti government protest you might have a problem.
Hands OFF! protest in Boston with the Mayor as well as the Dropkick Murphy’s!
Cold Cochituate
Lake Cochituate in Natick and Wayland, Mass is a nice little spot in the middle of dreaded suburbia offering a step closer to the wilderness or.. nature at least. The summertime is full of fun activities for all, but the wintertime has its beauty and draws for the photography if nothing else. Here are photos from Lake Cochituate and a few of its residents in the cold months
Smothered by Sargassum
Exploring underneath a massive sargassum seaweed patch. Don’t get lost, and don’t run out of air before you find your way out of the disappearing cave.
St. Martin - circa 2015
Creative Recharge Strategies to Excel in Life and Work
In a world where innovation drives progress, nurturing your creative energy is more crucial than ever. Creativity fuels both personal satisfaction and professional achievement, offering a pathway to new ideas and solutions. Whether you’re seeking to break free from monotony or aiming to enhance your creative prowess, there are myriad approaches to consider. From career shifts to embracing nature, each strategy provides a unique avenue to invigorate your imagination and foster growth. By exploring these methods, you can cultivate a mindset that thrives on creativity and adaptability.
Fall-in(g) Color
Chasing the leaves of New England in Fall from New Hampshire through Massachusetts to Rhode Island.
100th Dive Challenge
It’s scandalous, it’s sexy, it’s naughty and it’s funny, no matter who you are. The long standing tradition in scuba diving has been that once you log your 99th dive, your next one, your 100th dive shall be in the nude! Have you heard of this?
Nubble Channel Mola mola
Sharing the sea for a moment with the worlds largest bony fish, the Mola mola.
Approach of the Storm
Newport and Jamestown Rhode Island have been dressing up for Debby in the week before her arrival with growling seas and shrouded skies. Even with a hurricane in its path, this hidden gem of New England behaves elegantly and with style. From the sleepy neighborhoods and harbors to the upper class sailing society of Newport, these images will give you a glimpse into the feeling of Narragansett Bay.
Bad Luck Banana’s
Ever wondered why captain’s and fishermen are terrified of bananas being onboard? I’m not superstitious….. but as a sailor, I’m a little “sticious” and despite understanding the reasons why this superstition came about, there are still things out there we can’t fully explain and thus gives reason for most of us only “slightly-sticious” to still err on the side of caution. I urge you to read on, listen to the history behind this superstition of bringing banana’s onboard and make the decision for yourself.
Peachy Sky at Marker 5
Watch your depth, the tide is low. The sun is dropping, ushering the light away and giving the water an uninviting darkness, but the seas are calm, breeze so fresh and colors are vivid. Traveling on through Dorchester Bay the sky is bright with a hazy peach colour as the last minutes of sunset pass by giving way to vibrant pre-darkness blue tones. In the early days, sailing into Boston Harbor would have looked much different….
The Legend of Nix’s Mate
Nix’s Mate, by the Narrows and just north of Gallops Island was long known to stand for tragedy and terror now long forgotten by modern society. Until as late as 1835 those accused of piracy and severe crimes at sea were given the ultimate punishment. Sailors were hung on Boston Common in a public spectacle before being thrown back on a boat and taken far from the good people of town to Nix’s Mate.
4th of July at the Graves
How to party like a pirate at a lighthouse. Fourth of July celebration at Graves Lightstation, Boston. Friends, fresh seafood, firing cannons and Independence Day festivities.
Half Tide Hangout
It’s halfway past low tide and the seas are rising high. The hangout spot for the seals and ducks will soon disappear under the surface of the Atlantic Ocean. In the last few hours they soak up the sun and dry their bones with each other on a seaweed covered rock pile off the New England coast.
Redbull Cliffdiving World Series
The Redbull Cliffdiving World Series 2024! Hosted at the ICA in Boston’s Seaport District yesterday for the third year in a row. Celebrating Redubull Cliffdiving and its 100th cliff diving competition!
Elevating Your Photography Business: Strategic Marketing for Success
Elevating Your Photography Business: Strategic Marketing for Success
This guide delves into effective marketing techniques for photographers eager to elevate their business, providing a roadmap to turn your creative endeavor into a thriving success.
Shutter to Success: A Photographer's Guide to Business
Shutter to Success: A Photographer's Guide to Business
Discover the import under layer of tactics used to create and sustain a successful photography business. Tips from experts and helpful hints on what to do next after you decide to go pro with a camera.
The Importance of Professional Photographers
The Importance of Professional Photographers
Written by Vanessa Holwell
Water Taxi Summer
The views and observations of a water taxi boat captain in Boston, Massachusetts, summer 2023.
Stormy Scuba Schooling
Open Water Class with Course Director Fabio on open water dives 1-2 at Calf Island, Boston Harbor Islands with Boston Scuba. Started out a little cloudy and stormy but after having so much fun the sun seemed to want to come out and join in making for a warm sunny second half of the day.