BASICS:

Where to STAY:

OLD GRANITE INN– http://oldgraniteinn.com

+walking distance to Main street with its many excellent restaurants, museums and views of the harbor.

Good EATS:

In Good Company– 207.593.9110

Ingoodcompanymaine.com

Fog Bar and Café–https://www.tripadvisor.com/Restaurant_Review-g40840-d3609940-Reviews-Fog_Bar_Cafe-Rockland_Maine.html

328 Main Street-207.593.9371

Great variety of craft beer, grass fed burgers, local farm to table cuisine- menu changes-

THINGS TO DO :

FARNSWORTH ART MUSEUM– http://www.farnsworthmuseum.org

open until 5pm, changing exhibits- highlights this year are Andrew Wyeth for his 100th birthday

ROCKLAND BREAKWATER LIGHT–http://rocklandharborlights.org 

1 MILE walk out to lighthouse on uneven surfaces- large rocks – small gift shop- limited parking

SAIL POWER AND STEAM MUSEUM–http://sailpowersteammuseum.org

PROJECT PUFFIN VISITOR CENTER- http://projectpuffin.audubon.org/visit-us/project-puffin-visitor-center

free- small- continuous video discussing Puffin Population

Maine lighthouse MUSEUM: http://mainelighthousemuseum.org

10-5pm = $8 admission

SEVERAL DIFFERENT BOAT TOURS-

RIGGIN LONGER CRUISES: http://www.mainewindjammer.com/boat-accomodations

Photography cruise-

New England Fall Foliage Color Update; Jeff Folger

www.jeff-foliage.com

DAVE WYMAN – A Fearless Photographer

Dave Wyman – Professional photographer, freelance writer and avid bicyclist based in Los Angeles. He has published books, articles and photographs in such publications as “Backpacker,” “Outdoor Photographer,” “Outside,” and “Sierra.” Dave has been leading his own photo tours since 1982. With a focus on approaching photography from different unique perspectives I think he embodies the Fearless Photographer – enjoy the podcast!

Instagram@davewyman

www.davewyman.com

Books:

Fearless Photographer- Nature

http://tinyurl.com/y8k4ql5b

Backroads of Northern California:

Maps, history

“Tour Northern California’s most fascinating backroads, including routes through California’s wine country, Yosemite Valley, redwood forests, and the Lake Tahoe area. Includes full-color photos, detailed road maps, and data on the geology, geography, and history of each region.”

http://tinyurl.com/ycj9xkel

Backroads of Southern California:

Great guide to discovering Southern California whether a first time visitor or long time resident looking to explore places off the beaten path.

http://tinyurl.com/ycfj7ap7

 Upcoming Photo tours;

Sierra Nevada East Side- Mono Lake, Bodie and Fall Colors

October 23-26, 2017

Autumn in Yosemite – October 26-29, 2017

Photography Gear:

Cameras:

– Nikons. full-frame and crop frame

– Sony Alpha models (mirrorless crop frame)

– Panasonic LX100

– Panasonic ZS100

– Sony HX90v

Favorite lenses:

– The 720mm end of the zoom on my HX90v.

– 105 and 200mm macro lenses for my Nikons

– 10-15mm lens for my Sony Alpha cameras

DAVE WYMAN – A Fearless Photographer

Dave Wyman – Professional photographer, freelance writer and avid bicyclist based in Los Angeles. He has published books, articles and photographs in such publications as “Backpacker,” “Outdoor Photographer,” “Outside,” and “Sierra.” Dave has been leading his own photo tours since 1982. With a focus on approaching photography from different unique perspectives I think he embodies the Fearless Photographer – enjoy the podcast!

Instagram@davewyman

www.davewyman.com

Books:

Fearless Photographer- Nature

http://tinyurl.com/y8k4ql5b

Backroads of Northern California:

Maps, history

“Tour Northern California’s most fascinating backroads, including routes through California’s wine country, Yosemite Valley, redwood forests, and the Lake Tahoe area. Includes full-color photos, detailed road maps, and data on the geology, geography, and history of each region.”

http://tinyurl.com/ycj9xkel

Backroads of Southern California:

Great guide to discovering Southern California whether a first time visitor or long time resident looking to explore places off the beaten path.

http://tinyurl.com/ycfj7ap7

 Upcoming Photo tours;

Sierra Nevada East Side- Mono Lake, Bodie and Fall Colors

October 23-26, 2017

Autumn in Yosemite – October 26-29, 2017

Photography Gear:

Cameras:

– Nikons. full-frame and crop frame

– Sony Alpha models (mirrorless crop frame)

– Panasonic LX100

– Panasonic ZS100

– Sony HX90v

Favorite lenses:

– The 720mm end of the zoom on my HX90v.

– 105 and 200mm macro lenses for my Nikons

– 10-15mm lens for my Sony Alpha cameras

Expressive Nature Photography with Brenda Tharp!

Brenda Tharp: http://www.brendatharp.com

Landscape –Nature and Travel Photographer

Books:

Expressive Nature Photography– http://tinyurl.com/y7wjzdcq “All Light is Good Light”

“even a landscape picture tells a story”

“what makes it unique” (the landscape in front of you-why you stopped)

“looking for something beyond the iconic”

Included technical info-

Extraordinary Everyday Photography– http://tinyurl.com/y87a3he4

**Highly recommend this book for anyone interested in photography, using any type of camera! New ideas for those who are looking for- a Classic for your Travel Photography bookshelf

Some Favorite Places-

Desert Southwest- Namibia-Southeast Alaska

Slovenia-

What’s In Your Bag– see Brenda’s page http://www.brendatharp.com/p/my-gear

Previously Canon

Sony A7R2 body- (mirrorless body) (about $2500.00)

Sony A6500-

Sony A7S

Lenses:

16mm-35mm Sony f/4

14mm Rokinon (night photography)

24-70mm Sony f/2.8

70-200mm Sony f/2.8

150-600 Tamron

Tripods:

Benro Travel Angel- Carbon Fiber tripod

Gitzo Mountaineer- Series 3 Carbon Fiber – (retail $900+)

Filters:

Singh-Ray- Vari/ND Filter

Rainsleeve- (6.95) a must to keep in your bag

FM Photography Shutter Hat Camera Cover- for heavier rain/moisture

Upcoming Tours to:

Slovenia- October 9-19, 2017

Tuscany, Italy- May 5-15, 2018

Namibia- July 7-27 2018

Tanzania- Sept. 15-26, 2018

Slovenia- October 2018

And contact her or sign up for her Newsletter to find out about her stateside Tours and Workshops!

You can also sign up for one on one mentoring

Expressive Nature Photography with Brenda Tharp!

Brenda Tharp: http://www.brendatharp.com

Landscape –Nature and Travel Photographer

Books:

Expressive Nature Photography– http://tinyurl.com/y7wjzdcq “All Light is Good Light”

“even a landscape picture tells a story”

“what makes it unique” (the landscape in front of you-why you stopped)

“looking for something beyond the iconic”

Included technical info-

Extraordinary Everyday Photography– http://tinyurl.com/y87a3he4

**Highly recommend this book for anyone interested in photography, using any type of camera! New ideas for those who are looking for- a Classic for your Travel Photography bookshelf

Some Favorite Places-

Desert Southwest- Namibia-Southeast Alaska

Slovenia-

What’s In Your Bag– see Brenda’s page http://www.brendatharp.com/p/my-gear

Previously Canon

Sony A7R2 body- (mirrorless body) (about $2500.00)

Sony A6500-

Sony A7S

Lenses:

16mm-35mm Sony f/4

14mm Rokinon (night photography)

24-70mm Sony f/2.8

70-200mm Sony f/2.8

150-600 Tamron

Tripods:

Benro Travel Angel- Carbon Fiber tripod

Gitzo Mountaineer- Series 3 Carbon Fiber – (retail $900+)

Filters:

Singh-Ray- Vari/ND Filter

Rainsleeve- (6.95) a must to keep in your bag

FM Photography Shutter Hat Camera Cover- for heavier rain/moisture

Upcoming Tours to:

Slovenia- October 9-19, 2017

Tuscany, Italy- May 5-15, 2018

Namibia- July 7-27 2018

Tanzania- Sept. 15-26, 2018

Slovenia- October 2018

And contact her or sign up for her Newsletter to find out about her stateside Tours and Workshops!

You can also sign up for one on one mentoring

Fall Foliage Destinations- Bennington Vermont- 48 hours in Bennington, VT

Places to See in Bennington Vermont

Jeff Folger– www.jeff-foliage.com

Update to Fall Colors for 2017 –

Where to Stay- Safford Mills Inn and Café–

www.saffordmills.com

3 rooms- online booking!

Rooms still available for September and October-

802.681.7646

Cocktails and evening

Things to do :

Park-McCullough House-  1 Park Street, NorthBennington, Vermont

www.parkmccullough.org

802.442.5441

All original furnishings-belongings of the family.

Christopher Maxey-

Grounds open yearly from Sunrise to Sunset- 1 mile around the house trail. Old Growth Sugar Maples to photograph

Unique events: Croquet nights- Theatre events-Wedding venue-see website for dates/times

House Open

Fri: 10-2pm, Sat, 10-4pm and Sunday 12-4pm

Wonderful collection of photographs-

Bennington Museum:

Open Daily 10-5pm thru October

Jaimie Franklin-curator

Current Photography exhibits-

Clemens Kalischer-Photojournalist

Between Past and Future really captures many of the Artists that have spent time in Vermont-

Buy Local-photographs from the Weichert –Isselhardt Collection-B/White images of local shops around Bennington!

Fall Foliage Destinations- Bennington Vermont- 48 hours in Bennington, VT

Places to See in Bennington Vermont

Jeff Folger– www.jeff-foliage.com

Update to Fall Colors for 2017 –

Where to Stay- Safford Mills Inn and Café–

www.saffordmills.com

3 rooms- online booking!

Rooms still available for September and October-

802.681.7646

Cocktails and evening

Things to do :

Park-McCullough House-  1 Park Street, NorthBennington, Vermont

www.parkmccullough.org

802.442.5441

All original furnishings-belongings of the family.

Christopher Maxey-

Grounds open yearly from Sunrise to Sunset- 1 mile around the house trail. Old Growth Sugar Maples to photograph

Unique events: Croquet nights- Theatre events-Wedding venue-see website for dates/times

House Open

Fri: 10-2pm, Sat, 10-4pm and Sunday 12-4pm

Wonderful collection of photographs-

Bennington Museum:

Open Daily 10-5pm thru October

Jaimie Franklin-curator

Current Photography exhibits-

Clemens Kalischer-Photojournalist

Between Past and Future really captures many of the Artists that have spent time in Vermont-

Buy Local-photographs from the Weichert –Isselhardt Collection-B/White images of local shops around Bennington!

Photographer/Writer Noella Ballenger “Inspiring You to See” Photography for All

Noella Ballenger

In this episode we chat with Noella Ballenger on improving your eye- and why she feels your own creativity can add something special to your images.

Noella Ballenger is a professional photographer and writer who began leading workshops as early as 1989. She was one of the first to gain access and lead photographers inside the buildings at Bodie Historic State Park – a Ghost town kept in “arrested decay”.

Noella has lectured throughout the United States and New Zealand. She celebrates her 28th year of teaching photography and her 27th year as a member of the American Society of Media Photographers.

You now have the opportunity to become a better photographer & learn from Noella through her online photography classes. Individual lessons in an area that you want help in or just improve your eye overall. Her website is www.noellaballenger.com.

To contact Noella email her at [email protected] please include podcast or instruction in the subject line.

What’s In Your Bag:

Canon D5 Mark 3 and Canon D7 Mark2 –

Tripod w.gimble head for Bird Photography.

Lens: 17-40mm, 28-200mm,100-400mm, Tamron 150-600mm

8mm manual lens –

6-8 batteries

10-18 flash memory cards

Cleaning brush-cloth

Towel-

Large plastic bags- takes no space- invaluable for rainy weather

Clothespins-string or small bungee cords for Flower/Nature macros

Instruction manual for each Camera body-

Photographer/Writer Noella Ballenger “Inspiring You to See” Photography for All

Noella Ballenger

In this episode we chat with Noella Ballenger on improving your eye- and why she feels your own creativity can add something special to your images.

Noella Ballenger is a professional photographer and writer who began leading workshops as early as 1989. She was one of the first to gain access and lead photographers inside the buildings at Bodie Historic State Park – a Ghost town kept in “arrested decay”.

Noella has lectured throughout the United States and New Zealand. She celebrates her 28th year of teaching photography and her 27th year as a member of the American Society of Media Photographers.

You now have the opportunity to become a better photographer & learn from Noella through her online photography classes. Individual lessons in an area that you want help in or just improve your eye overall. Her website is www.noellaballenger.com.

To contact Noella email her at [email protected] please include podcast or instruction in the subject line.

What’s In Your Bag:

Canon D5 Mark 3 and Canon D7 Mark2 –

Tripod w.gimble head for Bird Photography.

Lens: 17-40mm, 28-200mm,100-400mm, Tamron 150-600mm

8mm manual lens –

6-8 batteries

10-18 flash memory cards

Cleaning brush-cloth

Towel-

Large plastic bags- takes no space- invaluable for rainy weather

Clothespins-string or small bungee cords for Flower/Nature macros

Instruction manual for each Camera body-

Discover Conway New Hampshire- White Mountains For Fall Foliage and More!

Conway Scenic railroad- Susan Logan–

www.conwayscenic.com

603.356.5251

Tickets vary-

2 trains-3 different routes.

The Notch Train until end of October-

Dining-Murder Mystery Weekends and the Rail Fans Weekend with a Photography Night!

Jeff Folger- jeff-foliage.com

The Mount Washington Auto Road- drive yourself up for views or take a shuttle

www.mtwashingtonautoroad.com

603.466.3988

The Cog Railway

www.thecog.com

603.278.5404

Gondola up the mountains –another way to get up high and see the foliage!

www.skiwildcat.com Wildcat Mountain

Loon Mountain- www.loonmtn.com (gondolas, zipline, caves more!)

Isaac Merrill House- North Conway, NH

http://www.isaacmerrillhouse.com/

800.328.9041

Baked goods from Old Village Bakery. Walking distance to Conway Scenic Train- Zeb’s, Horsefeathers and more!

Rooms including family suites! Recently remodeled- new porch-new common areas-updated rooms!