Day: October 25, 2016

Capturing Bangor Maine

by Stanley LearyPhotography

Nikon D5, Sigma 24-105mm f/4 DG OS HSM Art Lens, ISO 100, ƒ/13, 1/200

I shared earlier about doing travel photography and trying to capture a place and mood. Today I want to share my efforts here in our country’s Bangor, Maine area.

Nikon D5, Sigma 24-105mm f/4 DG OS HSM Art Lens, ISO 100, ƒ/9, 1/320

While Bangor is the biggest city in this area of Maine, people travel a great deal from Canada and go to the coast like Bar Harbor, which is only about 45 minutes away.

A person who lives in this part of Maine may be from a city nearby, but they all enjoy their state. They love to enjoy Maine’s oceans, parks, and other outdoor experiences.

Nikon D5, Sigma 24-105mm f/4 DG OS HSM Art Lens, ISO 100, ƒ/9, 1/500

The people of Maine love their water sports and fishing. The people of Maine also are very resilient. Mainers know one thing is always sure that winter is coming. They have a more pronounced Boston-like accent. It’s “Lobstah,” Not Lobster.

Nikon D5, Sigma 24-105mm f/4 DG OS HSM Art Lens, ISO 100, ƒ/4, 1/1250

Maine people are hearty people. Paul Bunyan is a giant lumberjack in American folklore. His exploits revolve around the tall tales of his superhuman labors. One of the statues of Paul Bunyan is in downtown Bangor, Maine. He exemplifies the ruggedness of the people of Maine.

Nikon D5, Sigma 24-105mm f/4 DG OS HSM Art Lens, ISO 100, ƒ/10, 15 sec

I will leave you with my last shot of the day. Remember when you travel to do the images that immediately come to mind and then look for some unique things to toss into your coverage.