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Craignair Inn & Restaurant, on the water in Spruce Head, Maine…
I had a showing today at the inn so I grabbed my camera in hopes the snow had melted enough for me to take new photos. It was cold but clear and gorgeous with blue skies and puffy clouds. Besides, I figured out how to use my new DSLR on manual exposure which made a
Innkeeping and Contemplation…
Doesn’t this photo just ooze deep thought and contemplation? It was shortly after we moved to Maine to buy an inn. Surrounded by such natural beauty, before guests would be due to check in, we’d forward the phone and go out for a walk or a hike or just sit on the rocks by the
Blue Hill, Maine artist Laura Bolombini
Laura Bolombini and her husband moved from Pennsylvania to Maine 20 years ago. She says “I have gone from being a potter to a weaver a seamstress a jeweler a sculptor and a painter. I never did believe it when someone told me I had to find one thing and stick to it!! I think
Maine Buck Nuts?
How’s that for a company name? Biddeford, Maine locals opened their business last year and began selling frosted nuts (like pralines) for a dollar a bag, hence the name Buck Nuts! Maine is proud to offer so many locally made products and I’m proud to support such businesses.
Local Retailer, Cadillac Mountain Sports, wins award!
Cadillac Mountain Sports, a commonly used phrase in any Maine outdoor enthusiast’s vocabulary, wins a local award for economic development not only in the Ellsworth and Bar Harbor area, but throughout the state of Maine. We support them, thanks CMS!
Amazing Maine Sunrises and Sunsets
Sunset from atop Cadillac Mountain, Acadia National ParkSeasmoke at sunrise over Southwest HarborMore sunrises over Southwest HarborOur clear air and low pollution help contribute to the beauty of our sunrises and sunsets in Maine. We have some of the most beautiful skies in the eastern U.S. Summer humidity remains relatively low and with plenty of
Art inspired by the beauty of Maine…
This an oil by artist Philip Koch. Though he doesn’t live in Maine, much of his work is inspired by the Maine landscape. His work can be found at Isalos Gallery in Stonington, Maine. Amazing use of color and technique to show light and movement.
March Maine artists month continues…
Russel D’Alessio, though not born in Maine, (like many of us), spends much of his time along the beautiful Maine coast. His work displays a great deal of whimsy, color, movement and a bit of what he calls, spontaneous expressionism! His work can be found in Bar Harbor and Key West.
May I interest you in a “hobby” Bed and Breakfast?
The foyer of the inn (above)This is the inn’s Den (above), with its incredibly beautiful Mahogany woodwork (large photo below). Handsome, yet the room remains bright, with a large bay window on the opposite side of the room.This is Guilford Bed and Breakfast. Restoration at its best. Owners have taken no shortcuts at this property;
Stonington Maine Artist, Rebecca Daugherty
Each time I visit my listing, Inn on the Harbor, I visit the Isalos Gallery. I remember walking into the gallery and immediately being drawn to a large vertical photo on a back wall (pictured here). The artist is Rebecca Daugherty. Her use of perspective in some of her pieces is what I love to
Maine Shrimp Dip Appetizer Recipe
I bought a small supply of my favorite tiny Maine shrimp the other day from a “street vendor” on Mount Desert Island (you’ve seen trucks parked along side Maine roads with “FRESH SEAFOOD” signs) and was searching online for an alternative to my favorite recipe. I found a few on Downeast.com and thought I’d post
My appreciation of our local Maine artists…
During the month of March (with the anticipation of Spring and the travel and tourism season), I’m going to blog about talented Maine artists throughout the state. R. Scott Baltz is today’s featured artist. He lives on Mount Desert Island and displays wonderful movement through use of color and style. I’ve shown three pieces of
MAINE FOODIES READ ON…2009 James Beard Nominees are in…Maine has quite a presence…
Maine offers some of the most spectacular dining in the country. The 2009 James Beard Foundation nominations are in and we’re proud to have such talent right here in the Pine Tree State. Here are this year’s Semi-Finalists: Outstanding Chef: Sam Hayward, Fore Street, Portland, Maine Outstanding Restaurant: Fore Street, Portland, Maine Best New Restaurant:
March in Maine…
March 11-15 is the Portland Flower ShowMarch 13 is Moonlight Madness in BathMarch 21-22 Maine Fishing Expo in Freeport (come stay at the Captain Briggs House, a great in-town but on a quiet side street B&B for sale)March 22 is Maine Maple SundayMarch 22 bake fresh breads with Stone Turtle BakingMarch 25 cooking and baking
Maine Maple Sunday in March…an annual springtime tradition
March 22, 2009 is Maine’s Maple Sunday. It’s the participating farms’ opportunity to give visitors an understanding of just what goes into creating that beautiful amber colored syrup known as sweet liquid gold. Come see what tasty treats our sugarhouses have to offer!
