Evergreen Arch

Another view from Evergreen Cemetery from earlier in October:

Autumn on the Harbor

An autumn view of the Ocean Gateway terminal with a cruise ship docked at the Maine State Pier. This photo was taken last weekend during the annual Harvest on the Harbor event. 

Eastern Prom in Autumn

A charming house at the corner of Wilson Street and the Eastern Promenade:

Colorful Waterfront

A sunset view from Maine Wharf, looking back towards Commercial Street: 

The Bridge Stops Here

A few alternate photos form that time I got a nice up-close view of the bridge being raised for a passing ship:

Reflector

Part of the historic Park Street Row House reflected in one of the windows of the Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church:

Classic Portland

Taken from the same spot as this earlier photo, but with a wider perspective:

The Bay Mist

A view of the Bay Mist, a Casco Bay Lines ferry, from water-level:

Old Port Layers

I often enjoy taking photos that make it appear as if distant objects are basically stacked upon one another. Taking photos like this can almost provide a new perspective of the built environment of Portland's Old Port. 

Near and Far

A small boat passing in front of the Maine State Pier and the Casco Bay Lines ferry terminal. In the background is a cruise ship docked on the other side of the pier. I liked how I captured some movement in the small boat as it passed by. 

Spooky Time

Foliage at the Museum

A view of the Charles Q. Clapp House, which is part of the adjacent Portland Museum of Art. 

Civic Construction

The Portland Pirates hockey team may be playing in Lewiston this year, but work continues on the interior and exterior of the Civic Center. The new entrance along Spring and Center Streets is coming along nicely and at the least is a drastic improvement over what was here before. 

Narrow Streets of Cobblestone

Wharf Street on a quiet Thursday evening:

Return of the Eastland Sign

Nice to see the return of the Eastland sign facing Congress Square atop the soon to open (December 2013) Westin Portland Harborview hotel. You can also see part of the new "Top of the East" restaurant and lounge addition on the top floor from here. I think that the big Eastland sign atop the hotel might confuse some people who are looking for the new Westin hotel, but I'm sure they'll be able to figure it out. 

Autumn in Evergreen Cemetery

A timeless view of Evergreen Cemetery with some fall foliage in the distance. I consider this cemetery a must-see for leaf-peepers who aren't able to leave the city of Portland.

Yacht of the Rising Sun

A view of the "Rising Sun," a boat that was recently docked at Ocean Gateway.  What makes it particularly remarkable/photographable is that it is the "10th largest yacht in the world" and  belongs to billionaire David Geffen. You can read more about this five-story, 82-room ship over here. 

Game Over

Pictured today is the baseball field at Deering Oaks Park on a recent evening. There was nobody left around but the stadium lights were still on and I couldn't resist capturing the sunset in the background. 

Forest City Sunrise

Fall Shopping

Now is a good time to stock up on your pumpkins and seasonal gourds. Here are some on display in front of the Rosemont Market & Bakery on Munjoy Hill.

Anchored

A decorative anchor in front of Portland's Ocean Gateway complex:

Ode to the Custom House

These three photos taken earlier this evening showcase one of my favorite buildings, the United States Custom House in Portland's Old Port. It has been a landmark in our city since completion in 1872 and is still in use today as offices for some governmental agencies (although the U.S. Customs department moved out a few years ago). You can read a lot more about the building and its history here.

Clifford Street

A fall-themed photo from Portland's West End:

Sunrise City

Another view of the skyline from the Casco Bay Bridge, one of those views that I never tire of:

Oldest Sign

The sign outside of Mathew's Pub on Free Street, the self-proclaimed oldest pub and restaurant in Portland. It's not the type of place I would ever wander into, but I appreciate their signage. 

Snapshots: 10/6/2013

It's been a while since I shared some cellphone snapshots. So here are a few random ones from the past month. You can follow me on instagram as well if you are so inclined. 

Exchange Street Cobblestones

Art on Tukeys Bridge

At Washington and Cumberland Avenue

Eyes on Park Street

City Hall Foliage

Brick and Nick

A local tree changing color on Middle Street, along the side of the Nickelodeon Cinemas building.

Street-Side Dining

People eating outside at Taco Escobarr, a busy Mexican restaurant on Congress Street:

Cast a Shadow

Today's image was taken during my most recent trip to the top of the Portland Observatory in early September. One of the little things that always catches my eye when I go up at sunset is the shadow that the observatory casts over its immediate surroundings:

Top of the Hill

The classic view from the Portland Observatory, looking towards the North:

City Line

 I enjoying taking photos of the various "city line" signs around town. This particular one on the Casco Bay Bridge isn't the most interesting on it's own, but I thought it was worth a photo when the bridge happened to go up behind it while I was taking some shots on Saturday morning.