For five years, Emmie Jones has volunteered with a group based out of Lewiston High School that helps homeless and at-risk students. She’s seen that challenge up close. A young girl who started out as Jones’ babysitter found herself homeless at 14 and lived with Jones’ family for several years. “Now she just graduated from […]
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Maine students fly high in art contest
AUBURN — Nine students from six districts received awards Saturday for their projects at this year’s Maine PTA Reflections Awards Ceremony at the Auburn Public Library. There were 124 students participating in the event, submitting projects based on the theme “Let your imagination fly” in four different categories: • photography; • literature; • visual arts; and • […]
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A life preserved in pictures: Nettie Cummings Maxim
More than a century ago, a Bethel farm girl who rarely traveled more than a few miles from her home acquired a camera, found her artistic calling and created an exceptional body of work. Her photography survives today as a testament to her creativity and talent and as an invaluable historic record of her life […]
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Camera club to host photographer in Topsham on Dec. 11
Kinne has had a rich and varied life. He once had a job delivering boats—both sail and motor—from Nova Scotia to Bermuda, Trinidad and Key West. As a student, he earned a degree in psychology and holds a commercial pilot’s license. As a pilot, he has flown coast to coast six times in a Cessna […]
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Photographing theatrical productions subject of presentation in Topsham on Nov. 13
For 20 years, Morris was a Naval Aircrewman stationed at Brunswick Naval Air Station. Although his father was a professional, photography for Morris at that time was a hobby. He shot 35mm film primarily using large- and medium-format cameras. It wasn’t until he took classes at Southern N.H. University, that he encountered Richard Bancroft, the […]
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Art, photography by two local artists on display at hospital gallery through Sept. 25
LEWISTON — The works of a painter and a photographer-painter are now being featured at the Central Maine Medical Center Woman’s Hospital Association Rotating Art Gallery. Paintings by Sheila Patrick and photographs and paintings by Kathy Cain are on display at CMMC. Patrick started painting in her 40s while living in Massachusetts, where she studied […]
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How to find the right wedding photographer
Long after the final toast has been made or the last couple has left the dance floor, wedding photos will help couples relive the wonderful memories of their ceremonies and receptions. Wedding photographers realize the important role photography plays in a wedding. The following tips can help guarantee a successful wedding shoot and beautiful photos […]
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Auburn photo tours focus on historic, architectural features
AUBURN — A downtown photographer hopes to help local shutterbugs turn their lenses on Auburn’s historic architecture and other views Thursday. Kaitlin Crowell, owner of Kait Lavin Photography at Court Street Studios, joins Auburn Economic Development Specialist Alan Manoian on a guided tour of downtown Court Street and Main Street that offers information about architecture […]
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Local photographer’s work to be shown at Lewiston hospital gallery through Aug. 28
Angelides began her photographic work while she managed her own gift shop in Jay for more than a decade. “It’s amazing the beauty that is out there. Watching turtles sunning in spring,” she said. “I also enjoy feeding birds and watching them feed their young. Some of my best pictures are of birds and wildlife.” […]
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Exhibition of five Maine photographers to open in Augusta on August 18
For more information, email kvaa@harlowgallery.org, call 207-622-3813, or visit harlowgallery.org.