Photographing Acadia

Photographing Acadia National Park:
The Essential Guide to When, Where, and How
(2nd ed.)

by Colleen J. Miniuk

"If you are looking for a guide that will tell you exactly where and when to make a photo in Acadia, this has that, but what I love about the book and Colleen's practice is that she encourages exploration and even more importantly, self-expression. She wants us to look deeper."

  ~Benjamin Williamson, staff photographer at Down East magazine

"This is much more than a guide to photographing Acadia; it's a photography course in a book. This book will give you a deeper appreciation of Acadia, and make you a better photographer."

  ~Bob Thayer, park naturalist, photographer, and author of The Park Loop Road

"Colleen’s passion for Acadia National Park comes through in spades in this wonderfully written, illustrated, and incredibly well-organized resource."

 ~Kurt Budliger, professional photographer and educator

"If you tote a camera with you to Acadia National Park, this guide can only enhance both your experience and your photos."

 ~National Parks Traveler

Listen to Colleen's interview with Rob Taylor on the 2TravelDads podcast!

Photograph Acadia National Park in all seasons

Whether you are a beginning shutterbug or a professional photographer, a first-time visitor or local resident, the updated second edition of Photographing Acadia National Park: The Essential Guide to When, Where, and How helps you get in the right place at the right time to create your own treasured photographs of Maine’s coastal gem.

Based on author Colleen J. Miniuk’s extensive park experience, including three terms as an Acadia Artist-in-Residence, this guide is packed with detailed location-specific information, over 180 color photos, and practical instructional photography tips for novice and expert alike. This book includes:

The ideal times to photograph scenic vistas and intimate details, based on lighting conditions and seasonal events

WHEN

WHERE

Directions, with GPS coordinates, to 50 can’t-miss classic and lesser-known locations across Mount Desert Island, the Schoodic Peninsula, and Isle au Haut

A 24-page Photography Basics section, 12 “Making the Photo” stories, and location-specific recommendations

HOW

Guidebook Specifications

224 pages with over 180 color photographs

50 locations with detailed driving directions

18-page instructional "Photography Basics" section

12 "Behind the Scenes/Making the Image" stories

A "Shoot Summary" to help you plan your visit

A 6" x 9" laminated glossy soft cover

New in the 2nd edition!
(i.e., changes from the 1st edition):

80+ new photographs with descriptions and technical details provided
4 new locations: Kane Path, Thuya Garden, Upper Hadlock Pond, and Beech Mountain Trail
5 new Making the Photos stories: One with the Lily Pads, It Takes Two, The Point of it All, Freddie the Leaf, and Finding Your Creative Voice
An expanded Photo Basics section in the front with updated instruction
GPS coordinates to the parking lot and/or trailhead added to each location’s directions
Updated text and location information throughout to reflect park changes

CMS_Frazier Point Welcome_40_p.jpg — 10% of the book's profits are donated to the Schoodic Education Adventure residential program, where 4th through 8th graders learn about science and nature in nature on the Schoodic Education and Research Center in Acadia National Park!

Thanks to you, we've proudly donated to date:
$6,112.15!

Learn about the Schoodic Education Adventure

Book Awards

Winner, Travel
2022 New Mexico-Arizona Book Awards

1st Place, General Audience Book
2022 Outdoor Writers Association of America "Excellence in Craft" Awards

Finalist, Best Travel Guide/Essay
2022 International Book Awards

Winner, Travel
2014 New Mexico-Arizona Book Awards

Winner, Best Travel Guide/Essay
2014 International Book Awards

Winner, Best Interior Design
2014 International Book Awards

Finalist, Art Book
2014 New Mexico Book Awards

Finalist, Best Interior Design
2014 USA Book Awards

Finalist, Best Travel: Guide or Essay
2014 USA Book Awards