At first glance, this black-and-white photograph by Mike McQuade might appear to document nothing more than a tangle of low tree limbs in a garden grove. But look more closely, and it reveals the quiet sophistication of a fine art image—one that invites both emotional response and visual exploration.

A peaceful morning turns magical when a barred owl swoops into view—perching just feet from the kitchen window. Living and working in the country brings moments like these, where nature drops by unannounced. Read about this rare, close encounter and see photos of our beloved wild neighbor.

New Hampshire’s Lake Winnipesaukee has more than its share of beautiful coves and inlets. Robert’s Cove is one example. From a photography standpoint . . .

It’s never too late to pick up a brush, a camera, or a stick of pastel. For adults navigating the demands of work, family, . . .

There’s more to art than paint on paper. What happens when you set the brush down, clean up the paints and turn the lights out?

DSLR vs Smartphone and why I still carry around a heavy DSLR

The Smartphone, your photography assistant in your pocket.