When I received an invitation to witness Maine’s bald eagle conservation efforts firsthand, I knew it was a rare and meaningful opportunity. As a wildlife photographer, I’ve always had deep respect for the quiet, tireless work that happens behind the scenes. What unfolded was an unforgettable day with a team of dedicated biologists, and one […]

Explore the heartfelt narrative captured by Maine equine photographer Jennifer Bechard as she details the touching journey of Alicia Flanigan, an Icelandic horse trainer devoted to guiding her clients in finding their perfect equine companion. Recently published in the March 2024 issue of the United States Icelandic Horse Congress quarterly magazine.

Maine’s 24th Annual Sleigh Day event at Skyline Farm in North Yarmouth, Maine was held today. Nestled in the heart of the village center, Skyline Farm is a historic gem of 54 acres of pristine fields and woods, preserving the town’s rich agricultural heritage. Today’s event celebrated the farm’s rich history and offered a mix […]

Zander | Fine Art Equine Portrait in Arundel, Maine Recently I had the joy of photographing this absolute gentleman of a horse in Arundel. Having many photos of him in the show ring, his owner wanted something different this time. These images were meant to focus entirely on Zander himself, captured in fine art detail […]

Connecting with Horses at the Common Ground Country Fair It was a pleasure to meet Chris Lombard in person at the Common Ground Country Fair on September 23, 2023 in Unity. His first demonstration, titled Connecting with Horses, focused on the relationship between humans and horses. Chris was kind enough to invite me into the […]

Some wildlife photography moments are comfortable and predictable.This was not one of them. When I captured this image of a snowy owl along the coast of Maine, a powerful winter nor’easter was pounding the shoreline with heavy snow and intense wind. Ice pellets stung my face as they blew sideways across the beach, and keeping […]

Fire & Ice Icelandic Horses in Maine I had the pleasure of photographing Fire & Ice Icelandic Horses LLC, located in Limington, Maine, capturing life on the farm and the amazing horses there. Alicia and her mother, Nikkisue Flanigan, absolutely adore their horses, and the love and care they give them is incredible to witness. […]

Never in my life did I imagine I would find myself on a lobster boat, ten miles offshore in the icy Atlantic waters in January. Yet that is exactly where this story begins. What started as a photography assignment quickly turned into an unforgettable experience. Stepping onto the boat before sunrise, I knew this day […]