Looking closely at what’s not so obvious always rewards the observer.
Rewards on A Rainy Day in the Maine Woods
My Maine Muse
A view that never fails to astonish and a willing subject floats my boat each July.
Color Gone Wild in Maine
Making the most of a short summer, Maine’s wildflowers erupt in a riot of vivid color.
When in Doubt, I Hit the Road
When you’re in a creative drought, just hit the road. Literally or virtually, you can juice your creative flow and find new ways of looking at old things.
I’m Jann Alexander, author and artist
Take a look at my pairings of art + photos + words
Finding Satisfaction in the Last Shot on the Last Day
Being on the water in Maine taught me that the most unexpected things are the ones that bring lasting satisfaction.
Four Things I Learned About Change From The iPhone 6s
Besides being inevitable, there’s a lot to learn, and like, about the changes to the newest iPhone.
Where Inspiration Lies, Motivation Lurks
Inspiration is everywhere. But motivation has a misunderstood, trickier aspect to it.
How to Handle the Competition
There’s a simple way to focus the viewer’s eye on what your photograph is all about.
Five Days, Five Lobster Rolls
Heading to Maine? My recommendation is to eat a lobster roll a day—I did. Reviews follow.
When Mothers Have Other Priorities
These five books on mothers and daughters helped me clarify my own mother’s priorities.
Living Life in the Details
Nature reminds us that the cycle of life plays out in the details.
How Do You Start What You’re Afraid To?
If you’re struggling to get started on your creative passion, you can start where you left off.
Why Your First Novel Will Always Be Your Favorite
How, and why, does the first novel you wrote remain your favorite?
Lost and Found Treasures
How does discovery reward the disorganized mind? With bounty and sweetness.
SeaGlass Under the Editing Glass with iOS 8
Try editing sea glass (either the tiny frosted bits hidden on saltwater islands, or the wine that demands sipping) within Apple’s iOS 8.
In Search of the Hidden Falls
You can’t always get what you want. But if you try, some times, you just might get what you need.
Wordplay: One Word, One Picture
A picture may be worth a thousand words, but it’s possible to illustrate one word with just one photo. Here are 11 examples.
A Monochrome Moment on a Gray Day
“In the right light, at the right time, everything is extraordinary.” So said Aaron Rose, and it applies to gray days, too.
Mirror Images
Take time for a series of mirror images from quiet waters with reflective quotes to accompany them.
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