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USS South Dakota Homecoming 2/20/2026

It was a rainy homecoming for USS South Dakota who returned to the sub base in Groton, Connecticut after a deployment. That didn’t stop some people from gathering at Eastern Point Beach to welcome them home.

After Eastern Point Beach, I drove to a different spot to see the submarine up close. As usual, the sub vets were there with the cannon and flags to salute the sailors. I was able to capture a veteran pulling the cannon which made a cool action photo.

Thank you to the sailors of USS South Dakota and the families. If anyone would like the photos — please message me for a photo without watermark for no cost.

Winter Storm Fern in Mystic, CT

Winter storm Fern came through Mystic, Connecticut last weekend. Dumped between 1-2 foot of snow on the shoreline! We hadn’t seen this amount in a while so I’m excited to have a snowy winter so far!

I caught the beginning of the snow fall — flurries coming down fast. I love how there’s so many beautiful scenes to capture on the river especially the ice covered rocks.

A day after the snow storm, I headed to Downtown Mystic to capture the snow. There were a lot of people out shoveling and cleaning up. Schools were closed for two days to give the town more time to clean up the roads.

I also drove down Gravel Street along Mystic River to see if there were worthy captures. There are always beautiful scenes! I spotted a funny looking bird (I’m not into wildlife so I have no idea names and all). The river never completely froze but it was icy along the shoreline.

After Downtown Mystic — I headed over to Esker Point Beach in Groton. I was thrilled to see that the beach had been untouched but after trekking through a foot of ICY snow, it was much more of a workout than expected! I enjoyed capturing the icy covered rocks.

Hope you enjoyed the snowy scenes from Southeastern Connecticut!

Christmas in Mystic + surrounding towns

December is always a festive time in Mystic, Connecticut. I enjoy capturing all the trees and lights. The month started out strong with a few beautiful sunsets like these:

I adore the dock trees! It’s such a fun tradition that I look forward to photographing every year. There’s plenty of them along Mystic River.

Mystic River Park tree seemed to be the largest tree we’ve had in a few years! It was a gorgeous tree and I’ve enjoyed seeing it at night time many times through out the month.

Stonington always deck the hulls so beautifully — can’t miss the annual lobster trap tree. I love looking at all the artwork on the buoys!

December is the only time that I actually go photographing in the dark. Each year I make sure that I go to Downtown when it’s all lighted up and capture the beauty!

Dock trees are cute but so are the… boat trees!

Noank is a great spot too — Haring’s Christmas tree is in an excellent location for photographing! It’s right by the water and I always try to capture at least one with Morgan Point Lighthouse in the background. I also hop over to Groton Long Point to see this annual dock tree and was jolly to see this inflatable Santa too!

I closed out the holidays season with seeing this beautiful tree at Fort Rachel Marina on Christmas Day. It was my first year being in Connecticut on Christmas Day — and I enjoyed a FISHmas meal from a local seafood market!

There’s nothing like the holidays on the shoreline!

The photos were captured in Mystic, Stonington, Noank and Groton Long Point in December 2025. Most photos are available for purchase (Stonington Lobster Trap Tree images are not available as it is copyrighted). Please make request here.

Christmas at Mystic Seaport Museum

As a Mystic local, I have a membership at Mystic Seaport Museum. I love to go there weekly to stroll around the grounds. The holidays season is one of my favorite time of the year to photograph the Seaport all decorated with wreaths and greenery.

I was thrilled to get some snowfall in December (in last couple years we didn’t get snow until January!). The Seaport was the first spot I went to capture the magic of the snow with the holidays decor! It’s magical how snow and holiday greenery can transform the Seaport!

I also finally attended the annual Lantern Light Village event this month! It is a self-guided immersive experience through the village. There were theatrical performances inspired by Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol. My favorite part about it was seeing the Seaport at night time and the horse carriage ride. There were bonfires around the grounds and Santa was there too. This event usually happens on the weekends during December.

The photos were captured at Mystic Seaport Museum in Mystic, Connecticut during December 2025. All photos are available for purchase. Please make request here.

Mayflower II returns to Mystic for the winter

Living in Mystic, Connecticut means I get to see all the cool ships come by! Mayflower II is no stranger to Mystic Seaport Museum shipyard. She has come before for routine maintenance during the winter. These photos were captured on December 6, 2025.

USS Newport News homecoming 11/7/25

USS Newport News returned home to Groton, Connecticut on November 7, 2025. This was my first homecoming to photograph with the fall foliage background. I was thrilled about that! Every time I watch the submarine come up the Thames River — it gives me so much pride for those who are serving for our country. I’ll forever be grateful for those sailors.

Blessing of the Fleet 2025

The photos were taken at Blessing of the Fleet in July 2025 at the town dock in Stonington, Connecticut. If you see yourself, your boat, your pet, etc — please reach out to me for a free digital copy of the photo without the watermark. Use the CONTACT ME form on the home page here. Prints are also available for purchase.

Wooden Boat Show 2025

The photos were taken at Wooden Boat Show in June 2025 at Mystic Seaport Museum in Mystic, Connecticut. If you see yourself, your boat, your pet, etc — please reach out to me for a free digital copy of the photo without the watermark. Use the CONTACT ME form on the home page here. Prints are also available for purchase.

Mystic in Bloom

Mystic Memorial Day Weekend 2025

During Memorial Day Weekend, I got up for a sunrise walk through Downtown Mystic, Connecticut. The flags were up and shining in the morning glow. I look forward to this every year (as well Flag Day and Fourth of July). The earlier you go, it’s likely to capture scenes without too many people or cars! There’s also something serene about those early morning walks.

Downtown Mystic got lively for the annual Memorial Day parade later on. We saw several antique cars, Boy Scouts troops, firetrucks and law enforcement, military vehicles and many more. It was a beautiful day to remember those who made the sacrifices for our country.

Getting up early and attending a parade definitely got me wiped like K9 Chase photographed here! Note: Don't worry, K9 Chase was able to go back to work while I went home and crashed on my couch!

The photos were captured in Mystic, Connecticut during May 2025. All photos are available for purchase. Please make request here.

Flower Moon in Noank, Connecticut

On May 11, 2025, I captured a few shots of the flower moon over this sailboat moored in Noank Shipyard in Noank, Connecticut. The night prior I had dinner at Abbott’s Lobster in the Rough (they’re opened for the season!). I saw the moon rise above the sailboat but didn’t have my camera gear with me. I knew I had to return the following night.

I was thrilled to capture these beautiful shots. I only wish there were more sailboats or other boats out there for me to use! Lucky for this owner, I was able to get a lot of shots (if this is yours, send me a message and I’ll give you them for free!). I love capturing full moon by the water.

Spring at Mystic Seaport Museum

Photographed at Mystic Seaport Museum in Mystic, Connecticut between April-May 2025.

The photos were captured at Mystic Seaport Museum in Mystic, Connecticut during Spring 2025. All photos are available for purchase. Please make request here.

A spring stroll around Wilcox Park in Westerly, RI

Every spring, I hop over the border from Connecticut to Rhode Island to visit Wilcox Park. It is located in Westerly, Rhode Island in the heart of Downtown. Wilcox Park is a 14 acres botanical garden. The park is very spacious with walking paths, benches, and large grassy areas.

I recently took my pup for a stroll around the park to enjoy all the trees and flowers that had bloomed. Often during April, I visit the park multiple times to enjoy the nature. There is a gazebo, a pond with turtles and fishes, a pretty footbridge and more to admire. There is a foundation to the side of the library and a military memorial site.

When everything blooms, it is very photogenic! I’ve seen families and couples use it as a backdrop for their photos. I’ve always left Wilcox Park with so many photos to share. The park is very underrated and a gem in Westerly, RI. It neighbors the Downtown Westerly and Pawcatuck so it’s easy to make a day out of it. There are plenty of local businesses and restaurants to support.

The park is opened to the public from dawn-dusk. Parking spots are available around Wilcox Park near Westerly Library or in Downtown Westerly. There are several entrances into the park — one is through the garden next to Westerly Library or on High St x Canal St (near United) will take you directly to the turtle pond. The park welcomes dogs on leash.

Enjoy the beautiful park and remember to keep it clean!

USS Indiana homecoming 3/27/25

Hooray for another homecoming in Groton, Connecticut. USS Indiana returned home on March 27, 2025. Seeing that red tug boat heading out never gets old — the excitement knowing that the submarine is nearing Thames River to head down to the sub base.

It was a cold and windy day, but it didn’t stop many people from coming out and support the sailors. The sub vets from Groton always attend every homecoming donning their red hats and fire off the cannon (with blanks, of course).

Grateful for our military to serve for our country, as well their families.

Charles W. Morgan Haul

Photographed on March 27, 2025 when Charles W. Morgan was moved to the shipyard at Mystic Seaport Museum for routine maintenance in Mystic, Connecticut.

Mystic Irish Parade 2025

Snow Day in Mystic

Hooray for some snow! Mystic, Connecticut always looks magical with the snow so I headed to Downtown to capture the scenes. These photos were taken on February 9, 2025. Please make request here if you would like to purchase any images.

USS Virginia homecoming 12/20/24

USS Virginia returned home from their deployment on December 20, 2024 to Groton, Connecticut. I’ve photographed several homecomings — there’s something special about each one of them. This was first holiday homecoming and the spirit was high! The sailors got in the holiday spirit as there were a couple who dressed as Santa and Buddy the Elf.

This homecoming also got to me when I saw the sign saying “Welcome Home Hailey”. I’m assuming Hailey to be a female. It was only recent that females were allowed to go on submarine deployments. As I have a family member actively working for U.S. Navy here in Groton. Knowing that my loved one had a part in making that happen and to see the results was something I couldn’t explain. In one word, proud.

I’m always grateful to everyone who serves for our country. Wishing the sailors and their loved ones a very Happy Holidays!

Fall scenes at Whittle's Farm

Whittle’s Farm is truly a gem in Mystic, Connecticut. I’ve been pumpkin patchin’ here for over a decade. I love to come back during a quiet hour without people around to capture everything FALL. There is never a shortage of pumpkins!

FireFighter returns to Mystic

Photographed on October 28, 2024 when FireFighter returned to Mystic Seaport Museum from maintenance work in Rhode Island.