Wednesday, October 30, 2013

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. 

Ocean Gateway Portland, Maine Fall Morning with Cruise Ship. Photo by Corey Templeton.

Tuesday, October 29, 2013

Monday, October 28, 2013

Colorful Waterfront

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

Portland, Maine Maine Pier photo towards Commercial Street. Photo by Corey Templeton.

Sunday, October 27, 2013

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:

Portland, Maine Casco Bay Bridge to South Portland, Maine. Photo by Corey Templeton.

Portland, Maine Casco Bay Bridge to South Portland, Maine. Photo by Corey Templeton.

Saturday, October 26, 2013

Friday, October 25, 2013

Thursday, October 24, 2013

Wednesday, October 23, 2013

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. 

Portland, Maine Old Port buildings photo by Corey Templeton.


Tuesday, October 22, 2013

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. 


Sunday, October 20, 2013

Saturday, October 19, 2013

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. 

Cumberland County Civic Center renovations in Portland, Maine. Photo by Corey Templeton.

Thursday, October 17, 2013

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. 

Westin Eastland Hotel sign in Congress Square. Portland, Maine. Photo by Corey Templeton.

Wednesday, October 16, 2013

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.

Portland, Maine's Evergreen Cemetery in the Fall. October 2013. Photo by Corey Templeton.

Tuesday, October 15, 2013

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

Rising Sun Yacht Docked in Portland, Maine. Photo by Corey Templeton.

Monday, October 14, 2013

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. 


Saturday, October 12, 2013

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.

Rosemont Market and Bakery on Munjoy Hill. Photo by Corey Templeton.

Friday, October 11, 2013

Anchored

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


Thursday, October 10, 2013

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.

United States Custom House in Portland, Maine. October 2013. Photography by Corey Templeton.

United States Custom House in Portland, Maine. October 2013. Photography by Corey Templeton.

United States Custom House in Portland, Maine. October 2013. Photography by Corey Templeton.

Wednesday, October 9, 2013

Tuesday, October 8, 2013

Sunrise City

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

Portland, Maine Fall Sunrise photo with Skyline. Photo by Corey Templeton.

Monday, October 7, 2013

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. 


Sunday, October 6, 2013

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

Saturday, October 5, 2013

Brick and Nick

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

Tree in front of Nickelodeon Cinemas on Middle Street Portland Maine. Photo by Corey Templeton.

Friday, October 4, 2013

Thursday, October 3, 2013

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:

Portland Observatory on Munjoy Hill in Portland, Maine. Photo by Corey Templeton.

Wednesday, October 2, 2013

Top of the Hill

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

Portland, Maine Photograph of Munjoy Hill from the Observatory. Photo by Corey Templeton.

Tuesday, October 1, 2013

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.

City Line Entering Portland sign on Casco Bay Bridge. Photo by Corey Templeton.