Harry Lichtman Photography News Items
2019 Nature's Best National Parks Awards
12th November 2020
I was recently notified that I had a number of images included in the Top 100 of the most recent Nature's Best National Parks Awards. Entries represented 13 countries and over 3,000 images. A real honor to be selected by Nature's Best Magazine, one of the most highly respected and prestigious nature forums. In an age where it is difficult to tell when images have been modified from their original capture, Nature's Best takes great care to make sure that photos have not been altered from the original RAW files - allowing normal processing only. You can see the video of images HERE.
12th November 2020
I was recently notified that I had a number of images included in the Top 100 of the most recent Nature's Best National Parks Awards. Entries represented 13 countries and over 3,000 images. A real honor to be selected by Nature's Best Magazine, one of the most highly respected and prestigious nature forums. In an age where it is difficult to tell when images have been modified from their original capture, Nature's Best takes great care to make sure that photos have not been altered from the original RAW files - allowing normal processing only. You can see the video of images HERE.
2020 Epson International Pano Awards
28th October 2020
28th October 2020
The results of the 2020 Epson International Pano Awards were just released and I am pleased to have been honored with a number of winning images. The 11th Epson International Pano Awards is dedicated to the craft and art of panoramic photography, and is the world's largest competition devoted to the genre. Top performing photographers are showcased in over 100 publications worldwide and a prize pool valued at $40,000. Most of my awarded images below were taken using the normal 35mm format and cropped to the required 2:1 aspect ratio. So while I did not originally compose for a panorama format, the images seemed to hold up conceptually as a panorama. When taking an image with the intent of a panorama, I normally zoom in on my subject then stitch several single images together for a higher resolution final image file. This was a record year for submissions with 5,859 entries from 1452 photographers representing 96 countries. The competition is sponsored by Epson Australia.
Shi Shi Beach - Olympic National Park Washington USA
Lupine Jefferson NH USA
Strait of Juan de Fuca
Shi Shi Beach - Olympic National Park WA USA
Point of Arches - Olympic National Park WA USA
Shi Shi Beach - Olympic National Park WA USA
Alton Bay Sunrise Lakes Region NH USA
Coffin Pond - Sugar Hill NH USA
Dolomites Italy
NHSPCA Paws Walk Reimagined Fundraiser
08th June 2020
In conjunction with this year's NHSPCA annual grassroots fundraiser Paws Walk Reimagined, a 24 x 36 inch canvas print of Wagon Hill's Marsh Meadows (above) will be donated and raffled off through NHSPCA Raffle. In addition, 20% of all print sales during June will be donated to the NHSPCA. The NHSPCA provides sheltering, adoption, medical care, and protective services for animals in the state of New Hampshire. This is a good opportunity to enter the raffle and/or purchase any print you may have wanted to help support a great cause, especially in this time of increased need. The supportive care demands for animals never cease. Visit www.NHSPCA.org for more details to help out. Many thanks in advance.
08th June 2020
Marsh Meadows - Wagon Hill, Durham, NH
In conjunction with this year's NHSPCA annual grassroots fundraiser Paws Walk Reimagined, a 24 x 36 inch canvas print of Wagon Hill's Marsh Meadows (above) will be donated and raffled off through NHSPCA Raffle. In addition, 20% of all print sales during June will be donated to the NHSPCA. The NHSPCA provides sheltering, adoption, medical care, and protective services for animals in the state of New Hampshire. This is a good opportunity to enter the raffle and/or purchase any print you may have wanted to help support a great cause, especially in this time of increased need. The supportive care demands for animals never cease. Visit www.NHSPCA.org for more details to help out. Many thanks in advance.
Death Valley National Park
24th May 2020
24th May 2020
I recently returned from Death Valley just as the nation wide lockdown took hold during the Coronavirus Pandemic. This was my first time in the California desert, and really wet my appetite for future exploration. The trip needed to be cut short, as the threat of airlines shutting down became very real. While a cross country road trip back to NH would have been very cool in many ways, the circumstances made it a most undesirable option. Some day I will finally do the cross country road trip! So after several days in Death Valley, we made our way to Eastern Sierra around Bishop to catch the transition of winter into spring. Here are a couple of images from that trip. Hope to get them into a Gallery of their own soon.
Windswept Mesquite Dunes Death Valley, California
Afternoon Blues Mesquite Dunes Death Valley, California
Salt Flats Death Valley, California
Parched Earth Death Valley, California
Precious Desert Rain Mesquite Dunes Death Valley, California
Sunburn Mesquite Dunes Death Valley, California
Badwater Basin Polygons Death Valley, California
Travel 2019
02nd March 2020
02nd March 2020
2019 was a very busy year of traveling, both local and afar. After completing ongoing photo projects, I am finally updating some of the new images into Galleries. 2019 began with an trip to New Zealand's South Island, followed by a stop on the Hawaiian Island of Kauai on the way back to the US. I was hoping to see lava flowing on the Big Island, but unfortunately the impressive eruptions had ceased. Later that spring, I made a trip to the wilds of Olympic National Park in Washington State. A majority of exploration centered around the temperate rainforests and the many beaches that make up the park. Some challenging weather, but unique photographic opportunities presented themselves. The year ended with a fantastic visit to the Italian Dolomites. Travel restrictions related to the Coronavirus now prevent visitors from getting to many Italian destinations in the northern tier of the country, so I feel very fortunate that I was able to see this part of the world. Here a couple of images from those trips, more to come in their own Galleries.
Sunrise Lake Wanaka South Island, New Zealand
Fox Glacier Southern Alps South Island, New Zealand
Waimea Canyon Kauai, Hawaii
Kapaa Beach Daybreak Kauai, Hawaii
Queets Rainforest Olympic National Park, Washington
Second Beach Olympic National Park, La Push Washington State
Marmolada Dolomites Trentino, Italy
Laghi dei Piani Dolomites Sesto, Italy
River Woods - Exeter Woods Commissioned Display
01st March 2020
River Woods, a Retirement Community in Exeter, NH requested mural sized images that represented their property to decorate their main dining room. The images each measure 10 x 8 feet and represent the different seasons. The project required many scouting visits to the Exeter property, then return visits during optimal weather and lighting. A rewarding project that required me to explore a place I might not have normally checked out.
01st March 2020
Exeter Woods Commissioned Work - Seasonal Display
River Woods, a Retirement Community in Exeter, NH requested mural sized images that represented their property to decorate their main dining room. The images each measure 10 x 8 feet and represent the different seasons. The project required many scouting visits to the Exeter property, then return visits during optimal weather and lighting. A rewarding project that required me to explore a place I might not have normally checked out.
Exhibit Opening - Millenium Bldg 155 Borthwick Ave.
05th June 2019
The permanent photo exhibit at the Millenium Bldg., 155 Borthwick Ave, Portsmouth, NH will have it's official opening on Wednesday June 19th from 4-6 PM. The exhibit was the result of The Kane Company and Brown & Company's combined efforts. If you haven't seen the images, this is a good chance to stop by and see the images, meet the photographers, and enjoy some music and drinks. The exhibit is on the 1st Floor. Hope to see you there.
05th June 2019
Exhibit Opening - Local Perspectives
The permanent photo exhibit at the Millenium Bldg., 155 Borthwick Ave, Portsmouth, NH will have it's official opening on Wednesday June 19th from 4-6 PM. The exhibit was the result of The Kane Company and Brown & Company's combined efforts. If you haven't seen the images, this is a good chance to stop by and see the images, meet the photographers, and enjoy some music and drinks. The exhibit is on the 1st Floor. Hope to see you there.
Local Perspectives - Permanent Exhibit
24th December 2018
I was invited to participate in a permanent photographic exhibit that has just been installed at the Millenium Building at 155 Borthwick Avenue, Portsmouth, NH. Local Perspectives includes 11 of my images taken in NH, each 40 x 60 Acrylic Photo Prints. If you are ever in the Portsmouth area, check out the 1st floor near the East-West Main Entrance. Special thanks to Brown Design and The Kane Group for making this exhibit a reality. A portion of the exhibit is included below.
24th December 2018
Local Perspectives Permanent Exhibit
I was invited to participate in a permanent photographic exhibit that has just been installed at the Millenium Building at 155 Borthwick Avenue, Portsmouth, NH. Local Perspectives includes 11 of my images taken in NH, each 40 x 60 Acrylic Photo Prints. If you are ever in the Portsmouth area, check out the 1st floor near the East-West Main Entrance. Special thanks to Brown Design and The Kane Group for making this exhibit a reality. A portion of the exhibit is included below.
HCA Portsmouth Regional Hospital ER Installation
06th June 2018
Over 20 large format images were recently installed in the newly renovated Portsmouth Regional Hospital Emergency Room hallways. The images reflect local landscape and cityscape scenes that many will recognize from the communities serviced by the hospital. Hopefully you will never need to go to the ER, but if you do, maybe these will lesson the sting.
06th June 2018
HCA Portsmouth Regional Hospital ER Installation
Over 20 large format images were recently installed in the newly renovated Portsmouth Regional Hospital Emergency Room hallways. The images reflect local landscape and cityscape scenes that many will recognize from the communities serviced by the hospital. Hopefully you will never need to go to the ER, but if you do, maybe these will lesson the sting.
Tamworth Panorama - Belknap Dental Dover, NH
24th April 2018
I just delivered an 8 foot canvas panorama image taken in Tamworth, NH to Belknap Dental in Dover, NH. The office was looking to replace some of their framed poster artwork with something colorful, local in nature, and modern. The canvas print was perfect for the large wall and maximized the image without the need to frame. Canvas prints use archival Epson inks, are easy to hang, light weight, and will not fade over time.
Near reception, a vibrant sunset overlooking downtown Dover's Cocheco Mills Falls was chosen to beautify that space.
24th April 2018
Tamworth Panorama - Belknap Dental Dover, NH
I just delivered an 8 foot canvas panorama image taken in Tamworth, NH to Belknap Dental in Dover, NH. The office was looking to replace some of their framed poster artwork with something colorful, local in nature, and modern. The canvas print was perfect for the large wall and maximized the image without the need to frame. Canvas prints use archival Epson inks, are easy to hang, light weight, and will not fade over time.
Tamworth New Hampshire - Autumn
Near reception, a vibrant sunset overlooking downtown Dover's Cocheco Mills Falls was chosen to beautify that space.
Cocheco Mills Falls - Dover, New Hampshire
NH Lottery Images
24th April 2018
The NH Lottery has opted to use 3 of my landscape images to decorate their $2 Graanite Giveaway scratch tickets. One of the most interesting licensing uses I have been involved with. The images are available as fine art prints for those interested. Look for these on your Granite Giveaway tickets.
The flower image is from Wagon Hill in Durham; The colorful boats are from Rye Harbor and the mountain image is the southern Presidential Range including Mount Washington during a winter sunset.
24th April 2018
New Hampshire Lottery Images
The NH Lottery has opted to use 3 of my landscape images to decorate their $2 Graanite Giveaway scratch tickets. One of the most interesting licensing uses I have been involved with. The images are available as fine art prints for those interested. Look for these on your Granite Giveaway tickets.
The flower image is from Wagon Hill in Durham; The colorful boats are from Rye Harbor and the mountain image is the southern Presidential Range including Mount Washington during a winter sunset.
Colors of the White Mountains
10th April 2018
Planning to visit NH's White Mountains to sample the photographic diversity this fall? You may be interested in checking out the Destinations Feature Article I wrote this past fall for Outdoor Photographer Magazine. The article outlines some of my favorite locations and tips to organize your trip to make the most of your time during peak fall foliage season.
10th April 2018
Colors of the White Mountains
Autumn Rush - Swift River, White Mountains New Hampshire
Planning to visit NH's White Mountains to sample the photographic diversity this fall? You may be interested in checking out the Destinations Feature Article I wrote this past fall for Outdoor Photographer Magazine. The article outlines some of my favorite locations and tips to organize your trip to make the most of your time during peak fall foliage season.
2017 - A Year In Review
10th January 2018
It was a busy year with lots of travel to new places. I spent some time in Fiji on the Island of Naukacuvu. No roads and one trail on the island proved quite relaxing, except for a major tropical storm that blew through. Made for some interesting images, but left the beaches quite a mess. The snorkeling was fantastic, too bad I am not an underwater photographer. The snorkeling and swimming was the highlight of this trip - a real tropical paradise.
Clearing Storm at Sunrise - Naukacuvu Island, Fiji
Upon returning to the US, I traveled up the California coast to the mighty Redwoods. I was hoping to find some of the vibrant Rhododendron trees in bloom among the Redwoods. Lack of spring sun had delayed the flowering trees considerably, but I managed to find a couple of beautiful blooms along the many trails and miles I hiked.
Sheltered Rhododendrons & Redwoods, Del Norte State Park, California
The summer brought me to the mountains of Maine where I explored Gulf Hagas, sometimes known as the Grand Canyon of Maine. The 3 mile slate gorge with 90 foot vertical walls is near the Appalachian Trail and home to hundreds of cascades, swimming holes and named waterfalls.
Screw Auger Falls Cascade, Gulf Hagas, Maine
I hadn't previously done much photography along the coast of Maine and had never been to Acadia National Park, despite it being only 4 hours from me. I made several trips this summer and fall up the coast, visiting lighthouses, rocky harbors and rugged shorelines that were new to me. I even ran into a college friend that I hadn't seen in 25 years, who had picked up photography as well.
Marshall Point Lighthouse at Sunrise, Port Clyde, Maine
Acadia National Park is one of the jewels of Maine, displaying unique pink granite outcroppings on the coast and mountain peaks with 360 degree views. The park is very accessible, allowing me to visit many areas in a single trip.
Boulder Beach, Acadia National Park, Maine
Cadillac Mountain & Otter Bay, Acadia National Park, Maine
An early autumn trip to Grand Teton National Park allowed me to photograph the 1st snow of the year, as several inches fell at various times while in Wyoming. I was able to do some backcountry hiking and camping and visit some of the iconic Teton views. It was a cold, stormy, beautiful trip.
Major travels came to an end in November with a trip to Bryce Canyon and Capitol Reef National Parks in south central Utah. I had been to Bryce once before, but only for a day with poor photographic conditions. This trip allowed more time to explore various trails and vantage points and get some exciting light - which usually makes or breaks a landscape photo. Capitol Reef is much less visited, but stunning and unique in the way the earth decided to fold and wrinkle on itself for 100 miles.
Bryce Canyon Amphitheater, Bryce Canyon National Park, Utah
Please visit my new galleries for images from these trips as well as the New Hampshire and Maine Galleries, as I will be updating them with new images from the past year.
10th January 2018
2017 - A Year in Review
It was a busy year with lots of travel to new places. I spent some time in Fiji on the Island of Naukacuvu. No roads and one trail on the island proved quite relaxing, except for a major tropical storm that blew through. Made for some interesting images, but left the beaches quite a mess. The snorkeling was fantastic, too bad I am not an underwater photographer. The snorkeling and swimming was the highlight of this trip - a real tropical paradise.
Clearing Storm at Sunrise - Naukacuvu Island, Fiji
Upon returning to the US, I traveled up the California coast to the mighty Redwoods. I was hoping to find some of the vibrant Rhododendron trees in bloom among the Redwoods. Lack of spring sun had delayed the flowering trees considerably, but I managed to find a couple of beautiful blooms along the many trails and miles I hiked.
Sheltered Rhododendrons & Redwoods, Del Norte State Park, California
The summer brought me to the mountains of Maine where I explored Gulf Hagas, sometimes known as the Grand Canyon of Maine. The 3 mile slate gorge with 90 foot vertical walls is near the Appalachian Trail and home to hundreds of cascades, swimming holes and named waterfalls.
Screw Auger Falls Cascade, Gulf Hagas, Maine
I hadn't previously done much photography along the coast of Maine and had never been to Acadia National Park, despite it being only 4 hours from me. I made several trips this summer and fall up the coast, visiting lighthouses, rocky harbors and rugged shorelines that were new to me. I even ran into a college friend that I hadn't seen in 25 years, who had picked up photography as well.
Marshall Point Lighthouse at Sunrise, Port Clyde, Maine
Acadia National Park is one of the jewels of Maine, displaying unique pink granite outcroppings on the coast and mountain peaks with 360 degree views. The park is very accessible, allowing me to visit many areas in a single trip.
Boulder Beach, Acadia National Park, Maine
Cadillac Mountain & Otter Bay, Acadia National Park, Maine
An early autumn trip to Grand Teton National Park allowed me to photograph the 1st snow of the year, as several inches fell at various times while in Wyoming. I was able to do some backcountry hiking and camping and visit some of the iconic Teton views. It was a cold, stormy, beautiful trip.
Cascade Canyon & Tetons, Grand Teton National Park
Major travels came to an end in November with a trip to Bryce Canyon and Capitol Reef National Parks in south central Utah. I had been to Bryce once before, but only for a day with poor photographic conditions. This trip allowed more time to explore various trails and vantage points and get some exciting light - which usually makes or breaks a landscape photo. Capitol Reef is much less visited, but stunning and unique in the way the earth decided to fold and wrinkle on itself for 100 miles.
Bryce Canyon Amphitheater, Bryce Canyon National Park, Utah
Please visit my new galleries for images from these trips as well as the New Hampshire and Maine Galleries, as I will be updating them with new images from the past year.
Recent Oversized Commissioned Works
24th May 2017
Some of the recent commissioned works for local businesses. Unique artwork that reflects the business's geographic location can help tie into the brand of their company.
An 11 foot triptych of the South End of Portsmouth, NH in the lobby of Sports Medicine and Atlantic Orthopedics on Route 1 in Portsmouth.
Occupational Health Services located on the Pease Tradeport opted for a 7 foot long Artiplaq mounted image of the Portsmouth waterfront to reflect the working harbor. This clinic treats work related injuries.
24th May 2017
Recent Oversized Commissioned Works
Some of the recent commissioned works for local businesses. Unique artwork that reflects the business's geographic location can help tie into the brand of their company.
An 11 foot triptych of the South End of Portsmouth, NH in the lobby of Sports Medicine and Atlantic Orthopedics on Route 1 in Portsmouth.
Occupational Health Services located on the Pease Tradeport opted for a 7 foot long Artiplaq mounted image of the Portsmouth waterfront to reflect the working harbor. This clinic treats work related injuries.
Manchester-Boston Regional Airport Column Mural Installation
27th December 2016
Manchester-Boston Regional Airport has recently completed the installation of two 30 foot photographic murals using two of my most recent images. Franconia Notch's Cloudland Falls and a stand of Birch, Maple, and Poplar wrap around 30 foot high structural supports just behind the TSA inspection point. The murals are 30 x 30 feet and can be viewed as travelers walk by and around the supports. Special photographic techniques were used to create the high resolution files during image capture, and in post processing. The images were then printed using a vinyl adhesive substrate. Passing through the TSA checkpoint should be a little more enjoyable with these views of classic NH imagery.
27th December 2016
Manchester-Boston Regional Airport has recently completed the installation of two 30 foot photographic murals using two of my most recent images. Franconia Notch's Cloudland Falls and a stand of Birch, Maple, and Poplar wrap around 30 foot high structural supports just behind the TSA inspection point. The murals are 30 x 30 feet and can be viewed as travelers walk by and around the supports. Special photographic techniques were used to create the high resolution files during image capture, and in post processing. The images were then printed using a vinyl adhesive substrate. Passing through the TSA checkpoint should be a little more enjoyable with these views of classic NH imagery.
Birch, Poplar and Maple from Jefferson, NH
Cloudland Falls along the Falling Waters Trail in Franconia Notch State Park, White Mountains, NH.
2016 International Photography Awards Winner
17th November 2016
I am pleased to report that Several Images were awarded Honorable Mentions in this year's International Photography Awards based in New York. The International Photography Awards™ conducts an annual competition for professional, non-professional, and student photographers on a global scale, creating one of the most ambitious and comprehensive competitions in the photography world today. IPA is a sister-effort of the Lucie Foundation, 501(c) 3 non-profit, charitable foundation whose mission is to honor master photographers, discover and cultivate emerging talent and promote the appreciation of photography worldwide. The annual programming of Lucie Foundation is funded largely though the International Photography Awards, including the signature event, the Lucie Awards.
17th November 2016
I am pleased to report that Several Images were awarded Honorable Mentions in this year's International Photography Awards based in New York. The International Photography Awards™ conducts an annual competition for professional, non-professional, and student photographers on a global scale, creating one of the most ambitious and comprehensive competitions in the photography world today. IPA is a sister-effort of the Lucie Foundation, 501(c) 3 non-profit, charitable foundation whose mission is to honor master photographers, discover and cultivate emerging talent and promote the appreciation of photography worldwide. The annual programming of Lucie Foundation is funded largely though the International Photography Awards, including the signature event, the Lucie Awards.
University of New Hampshire Alumni Exhibit
12th August 2016
In Suspension was selected to appeared in a juried exhibit at the University of New Hampshire August 31st - October 16th 2016. An opening reception is slated for Thursday September 8th from 6-8 PM. Stop by and say hello if you are in the area. Quite a variety of images will be on view. This image was taken during a recent trip to Jasper National Park in Alberta Canada. I had originally set my goal that morning to photograph the high peaks along the Athabasca River at first light. My plans quickly changed as I stumbled along the slippery rocks along the river after a frost the night before. I knew these ice patterns among the smooth river rocks wouldn't last long, so I decided to spend the early morning photographing the abstract patterns and shapes before they melted. While image will not be for sale during the exhibit, the print is available for those interested.
The exhibit will be held at The University of New Hampshire Museum of Art in Durham, NH.
12th August 2016
In Suspension
In Suspension was selected to appeared in a juried exhibit at the University of New Hampshire August 31st - October 16th 2016. An opening reception is slated for Thursday September 8th from 6-8 PM. Stop by and say hello if you are in the area. Quite a variety of images will be on view. This image was taken during a recent trip to Jasper National Park in Alberta Canada. I had originally set my goal that morning to photograph the high peaks along the Athabasca River at first light. My plans quickly changed as I stumbled along the slippery rocks along the river after a frost the night before. I knew these ice patterns among the smooth river rocks wouldn't last long, so I decided to spend the early morning photographing the abstract patterns and shapes before they melted. While image will not be for sale during the exhibit, the print is available for those interested.
The exhibit will be held at The University of New Hampshire Museum of Art in Durham, NH.
Bank Of NH Mural
08th August 2016
The Bank of New Hampshire recently opened a new branch in the downtown area of Portsmouth, NH and elected to use one of my South End Harbor images to decorate the new space. The image is approximately 20 feet x 12 feet. Enjoy the view as you hit the ATM.
08th August 2016
Portsmouth South End Harbor Panorama
The Bank of New Hampshire recently opened a new branch in the downtown area of Portsmouth, NH and elected to use one of my South End Harbor images to decorate the new space. The image is approximately 20 feet x 12 feet. Enjoy the view as you hit the ATM.
California Academy of Sciences Exhibit
08th August 2016
July Thaw
I am pleased to announce that my image July Thaw taken in Iceland is featured in an exhibit at the California Academy of Sciences in San Francisco from July 29 - October 30th. Information about The Big Picture Exhibit and Winning Images can be found at these links to the Academy's web site.
08th August 2016
July Thaw
I am pleased to announce that my image July Thaw taken in Iceland is featured in an exhibit at the California Academy of Sciences in San Francisco from July 29 - October 30th. Information about The Big Picture Exhibit and Winning Images can be found at these links to the Academy's web site.
2015 Memorial Maria Luisa Awards Winner
08th March 2016
I am pleased to announce that 2 images have received Highly Commended Honors in the 2015 Memorial Maria Luisa International Mountain, Nature, and Adventure Photo competition. The Beacon taken in Glacier National Park and The Great Migration, taken in Tanzania were recognized in Spain's most highly regarded mountain and natural environment photography competition. The competition dates back to 1990 and sees over 16,000 entries from 77 counties. The images will be part of a traveling exhibit throughout Spain during the next year. A complete Winner's Gallery and Competition Video can be viewed as well.
08th March 2016
I am pleased to announce that 2 images have received Highly Commended Honors in the 2015 Memorial Maria Luisa International Mountain, Nature, and Adventure Photo competition. The Beacon taken in Glacier National Park and The Great Migration, taken in Tanzania were recognized in Spain's most highly regarded mountain and natural environment photography competition. The competition dates back to 1990 and sees over 16,000 entries from 77 counties. The images will be part of a traveling exhibit throughout Spain during the next year. A complete Winner's Gallery and Competition Video can be viewed as well.