The oldest staircase in Québec City, Escalier Casse-Cou (c. 1635), offers a gateway to the picturesque shopping district Petit-Champlain.
Photo Credit : Renaud Philippe
Yankee is fortunate to have so many talented photographers to call upon for its varied stories. It is always an honor to look back on the year and revisit all of the work that goes into every issue. The wonderful contributions of many who make our pages sing. Among my favorite travel stories from this past year include Cait Bourgault’s beautiful images of the landscape of northern Maine (“Find your Way Downeast”) and Renaud Phillipe’s hometown take (“Weekend Away in Quebec City”). Other standouts include Greer Muldowney’s artful eye on Boston’s Emerald Necklace (“Olmsted’s Gifts”), Michael Piazza’s perspective on a thriving artist community in Lowell (“Artful Escapes”) along with Greta Rybus’s compelling portraits of forager Jenna Rozelle (“From Forest to Table”) & driftwood artist Michael Fleming (“To Hear the Voice of Wood”).
As photo editor, I’m thrilled that Yankee continues to tell such wonderful stories of New England through both compelling words and unforgettable visuals. And while it’s always difficult to narrow down a full year of work, we’ve put together a collection of 20 favorite photographs from 2023 that represent the excellence of the whole — and we hope you’ll click through to the original story or issue to read (and see) more.
Michael D. Wilson captures the many colors and tones of autumn in an aerial perspective of Lake Winnipesaukee in Meredith, New Hampshire. (“Weekend Away in Lake Winnipesaukee,” September/October) Photo Credit : Michael D. WilsonMichael Piazza takes in the scene & season at Maple Row Farm in Easton for Kim Knox Beckius’s Connecticut wanderings. (“The Great Connecticut Farm Hop,” November/December) Photo Credit : Michael PiazzaThe Boston Public Garden, part of the Emerald Necklace, as captured by Greer Muldowney for writer Miles Harris’s piece about the famed landscape architect Frederick Law Olmsted. (“Olmsted’s Gifts,” March/April) Photo Credit : Greer MuldowneyChris Bennett’s unexpected perspective freezes the action at the Nansen Ski Jump in Berlin, New Hampshire. (“Catching Air,” January/February) Photo Credit : Chris BennettCorey Hendrickson’s view of Moosehead Lake frames Captain Rocky Rockwell in the pilothouse of the steamboat Katahdin for Ian Aldrich’s story. (“Weekend Away in Greenville, Maine,” July/August) Photo Credit : Corey HendricksonFrederick Bloy’s striking view of the mountains of Franconia Notch visually anchored our New Hampshire White Mountains road trip story. (“Roads to Riches: Mountain Time,” May/June) Photo Credit : Frederick BloyGreta Rybus captures the unique work space of Maine driftwood artist Michael Fleming. (“To Hear the Voice of Wood,” July/August) Photo Credit : Greta RybusMaple inspired cheesecake perfectly captured by stylist & photographer Liz Neily for our food editor Amy Traverso’s in season column. (“Maple Syrup on Tap,” March/April) Photo Credit : Styled and photographed by Liz NeilyMaaike Bernstrom captured the expressive puppy, Pilgrim, waiting to be adopted in Rhode Island for a touching piece from our editor Mel Allen. (“Finding Their Way Home,” November/December) Photo Credit : Maaike BernstromA playful portrait of Sweetcream Dairy owners Jonathan Denton & Jacqui DeFranca from Michael D. Wilson’s Biddeford wanderings. (“Weekend in Biddeford, Maine,” November/December) Photo Credit : Michael D. WilsonRenaud Phillipe‘s hometown perspective of the old world charm in Quebec for our weekend feature. (“Weekend Away in Quebec City,” January/February) Photo Credit : Renaud PhilippeGreta Rybus’s captivating portrait of Jenna Rozelle in the reeds for Kathy Gunst’s foraging adventure. (“From Forest to Table,” November/December) Photo Credit : Greta RybusOur associate digital editor Katherine Keenan assists with our opener setup for the holiday food feature as captured by Adam DeTour & Catrine Kelty. (“Bring It!” November/December) Photo Credit : Adam Detour with styling by Catrine Kelty The bold neon sign of Johnny’s Roadside Diner in Hadley, Massachusetts with a brilliant sunset from photographer Megan Haley graced our cover tied to our favorite New England diners feature. (“Diners Worth the Drive,” March/April) Photo Credit : Megan HaleyShades of blue in this star trails photo, Stargaze, from Cassandra Klos’s personal project “The Abductees, 1961,” helped illustrate Joe Bills’ story. (“Are We Alone?” September/October)Fly fishing companions along the Housatonic River in West Cornwall, Connecticut found by Linda Campos for our summer drives story. (“Roads to Riches: Head for the Hills,” May/June) Photo Credit : Linda CamposThis classic scene along Old West Road in Barnet, Vermont discovered by Oliver Parini during his exploration of the northern reaches of the state. (“Fall Comes to the Northeast Kingdom,” September/October) Photo Credit : Oliver PariniCait Bourgault’s epic travels included exploring Cobscook Shores in Lubec, Maine for Wayne Curtis’s story. (“Find Your Way Downeast,” July/August) Photo Credit : Cait BourgaultAstrophotographer Scott MacNeill’s view of the Milky Way at the Frosty Drew Observatory in Rhode Island helped illustrate this unique experience for our winter travel roundup. (“Winter Fun Guide,” January/February) Photo Credit : Scott MacNeillThe stunning designs & colors in Queen Allotey-Pappoe’s studio captured by photographer Michael Piazza at Western Ave. Studios in Lowell, Massachusetts for Annie Grave’s piece. (“Artful Escapes,” May/June) Photo Credit : Michael Piazza
Heather Marcus
Heather Marcus is the senior photo editor for Yankee Magazine. She works closely with the art director and a large group of contributing photographers to tell our stories about people and place in a compelling way. Living and growing up in New England, she continues to be inspired by the communities, the landscape, and the wonderful visual opportunities the region affords.
