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Salem’s Lighthouses during the Year of the Quadricentennial

Vistaphotography Posted on June 1, 2026 by Jeff FolgerJune 2, 2026
foggy day at Fort Pickering Lighthouse

This is the story of Salem’s lighthouses, which will be the easiest to visit during Salem’s Quadricentennial (400th Birthday) celebration. I covered Hospital Point Light in the First article, The Soul of Salem: A Quadricentennial Guide to the Five Guardians, … Continue reading →

Posted in lighthouses, Scenic New England | Tagged Derby wharf, Fort Pickering, lighthouses, outdoors, photography | Leave a reply

Marblehead Lighthouse: The Skeletal Guardian of Salem Sound

Vistaphotography Posted on May 20, 2026 by Jeff FolgerMay 20, 2026
Marblehead Light in the frozen mist

During the Quadricentennial of Salem’s 400th Birthday I’m guessing the people may want to get out and explore the local scenery. Here is the story of Marblehead lighthouse that is only a few miles from Salem. I lived in Salem … Continue reading →

Posted in lighthouses, Photography, Scenic New England | Tagged Marblehead Lighthouse | Leave a reply

The Soul of Salem: A Quadricentennial Guide to the Five Guardians

Vistaphotography Posted on May 9, 2026 by Jeff FolgerMay 25, 2026
The five lighthouses around Salem Massachusetts

The Quadricentennial speaks to the Soul of Salem. It is also one of the places written into my family’s story. This year (2026) is the 400th anniversary of the founding of Salem. (Quadricentennial equals 400 yrs) Salem’s legacy is inseparable … Continue reading →

Posted in lighthouses, Photography, Scenic New England | Tagged Baker Island Lighthouse, Hospital Point Lighthouse, lighthouse, photography | Leave a reply

Exploring the Covered Bridges of Montgomery, Vermont

Vistaphotography Posted on March 17, 2026 by Jeff FolgerMarch 17, 2026
The Longley Covered Bridge in Montgomery VT, a white wooden bridge with cows grazing in the background

Montgomery, Vermont, offers a Covered Bridge experience that is different from the typical tourist hubs of Stowe or Woodstock (although both Stowe and Woodstock have ONE each). It’s a town where “Real Vermont” is still very much alive—a place of … Continue reading →

Posted in Covered bridge, Photography | Tagged Comstock, Covered bridge, Fuller, hopkins, Hutchins, Jeff Folger, Longley, Montgomery Vermont, photography, Travel, West Hill

Tips for the Quechee Balloon Festival

Vistaphotography Posted on March 12, 2026 by Jeff FolgerMarch 12, 2026
colorful hot air balloons reflecting in the water during the Quechee Balloon Festival morning launch.

The Quechee Balloon Festival is a Father’s Day tradition in Vermont (typically the third weekend in June). With 20 to 30 hot air balloons taking to the skies, it is a masterclass in color, motion, and New England charm. Whether … Continue reading →

Posted in Photography, Vermont | Tagged hot air balloon festival, Quechee Vermont

Curated for Design: New Collections for Commercial and Residential Spaces

Vistaphotography Posted on March 2, 2026 by Jeff FolgerMarch 3, 2026
mirror lake fall colors

As an artist, my goal has always been to capture the fleeting magic of the New England landscape. However, I recognize that interior designers, corporate art buyers, and homeowners are often looking for more than just a beautiful photo—they are … Continue reading →

Posted in Photography | Tagged Jeff Folger, nature, photography

Catching sea smoke – How hard can it be?

Vistaphotography Posted on February 11, 2026 by Jeff FolgerFebruary 24, 2026

For those who know what I mean may be snickering, Sea smoke is not terribly difficult to photograph. Normal principles apply, like good composition, lighting, and so forth. You just need to be by the ocean, a good focal point … Continue reading →

Posted in lighthouses, Photography | Tagged photography, Sea Smoke, Seasmoke, Travel, windchill, winter

Wood, Light, and Time: Covered Bridges in Black and White

Vistaphotography Posted on January 26, 2026 by Jeff FolgerApril 26, 2026

Why Black and White Why or why not? To me, some images just ask me to make them Black and white. Covered bridges are a natural subject because they were built for function and not decoration. Even though I created … Continue reading →

Posted in Covered bridge, Photography | Tagged Cilley Bog covered bridge, cornish-windsor covered bridge, Covered bridge, Henniker covered bridge, Jeff Folger, Jeff Foliage Folger, Kingsley Covered Bridge, Northfield covered bridge, Station Covered Bridge

How to Capture Wildlife Photos (Without the $10,000 Lens)

Vistaphotography Posted on January 16, 2026 by Jeff FolgerApril 26, 2026

Wildlife photography for beginners is often a series of small steps. Today’s article talks about enjoying nature and capturing it with simple equipment. Most people are not professional wildlife photographers, either due to the expense of not having a “long” … Continue reading →

Posted in Nature, Photography | Tagged bald eagle, Barred owl, black capped chickadee, cardinal, grizzly bear, hawk-owl, moose

A New England Holiday Setting Like No Other

Vistaphotography Posted on December 21, 2025 by Jeff FolgerDecember 21, 2025

Tucked into the heart of the White Mountains, Jackson, New Hampshire, exudes the cozy spirit of a classic New England Christmas. At the center of this seasonal charm stands the historic Jackson Covered Bridge, often referred to as the Honeymoon … Continue reading →

Posted in Covered bridge, Photography, Scenic New England | Tagged Christmas, Covered bridge, Jackson NH, winter

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