Along the banks of the beautiful Long Pond is a large section of land that is still owned by the Rockefeller family. The creators and collaborators for creating the expansive Carriage Road system throughout Acadia National Park. Last year hubby and I enjoyed a beautiful two-hour carriage ride […]
Following the evening’s rain the morning entered in softly with fog. Enveloping the landscape with its warm embrace, the fog gently misted the day. Flowing elegantly over Northeast harbor, the boats laid in wait for a fairer day. Although the fog didn’t keep the lobstermen from heading out […]
It was a beautiful dawn rising over Northeast Harbor, with the boats floating in the gentle water. The quaint marina glowing in the morning light. Some discovered sea urchins were laid were all could enjoy while passing by. The highlight of the morning was a boulder scramble around […]
What is it? Is it a boat or a yacht? Actually, any boat that is not a working boat and has a cabin can be considered a yacht. Although the residents of Northeast Harbor on Mount Desert Island knows how to take the word “Yacht” to the extreme. […]
Last night was the first time I attempted a long exposure capture of the bay. Although the sky was clear, the water moved beautifully. Stacking both a .6 and .3 ND filters, thanks to Mabry Campbell who has mastered the art of Long Exposure captures, here is my best […]
An early morning rise to greet the morning overlooking Northeast Harbor. Well known for the classic antique wooden boats, outlandishly fancy Hinckley boats, and lobster boats, the harbor holds many treasures. When you arise in the morning, think of what a precious privilege it is to be alive […]
Tucked in the hills south of Bar Harbor, near Northeast Harbor is a well-thought out and beautiful garden. The Thuya Garden Preserve and Asticou Terraces are the legacy of Joseph Henry Curtis, a Boston landscape architect and civil engineer. Curtis enjoyed the cool summer months in Northeast Harbor […]
We’ve arrived to the cool Maine coast, through 8 states and nearly 800 miles. Passing through verdant Vermont and the White Mountains in New Hampshire and the Appalachian trail. Driving through quaint true Americana towns today with American flags posted through their Main streets. Steeped in history, farming […]
Catching up from yesterday as I was a busy beaver getting for a road trip. Where are you going you ask? North! To get out of the Maryland summer heat. Get ready to cool down with me on coastal Maine. It’s time to enjoy Mount Desert Island and […]
Ho Humm, here I am sitting on the Parrot Tree. Not much to do other than to sit and look pretty. Surely there is something I can do to break the boredom. Don’t mind me…I’m going to sneak over to bother the boys. They are such handsome boys. […]
Emily Carter ~ Nature as Art 