Photographers bring our community into focus. Over the past year, residents have been cataloging local life around White Bear Lake. This summer,...
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“Still: The Art of Noticing”
One of our regular customers requested Still: The Art of Noticing by local author Mary Jo Hoffman. As soon as I read the description, I was hooked....
Lens on the Lake 2024 Winners
Explore the winning photos from our Lens on the Lake photo contest. This summer, we asked local residents to scroll down their digital files or flip...
Boat Reflections
An award-winning photo captures the seasonal color palette. One spring morning, guided by the perfect morning light, Rachel Cain positioned her...
You’re Invited to Our Exclusive Wedding Event
Calling all brides, grooms, wedding photographers and vendors—submit your photo galleries for consideration. We are featuring expertly curated local...
The Loon Whisperer of White Bear Lake
The Minnesota state bird is Ellen Maas’ lifelong passion. Loons have been a part of Ellen Maas’ life for as long as she can remember. The retired...
Participate in Our 2024 Lens on the Lake Photo Contest
How do you (and your camera) view local life? Each July and August, White Bear Lake Magazine invites readers to submit their favorite photos to our...
Scruff Life Photography Specializes in Pet Portraits
Photographer has devoted her career to capturing pets and their humans. Photographer Lauren Joarnt often has her hands full with her clients. They...
Aurora over the Lake
Local photographer captures northern lights from Matoska Park. “In late April, there had been a lot of aurora talk, so my daughter and I had been...
Good Day to Go Sailing
Sailing at sunrise. When Mahtomedi hobby photographer Greg Karp scouts a great spot for a photo, he’ll return in the early morning or late evening...
Lens on the Lake 2023 Winners
We're pleased to announce the winners for our 11th annual Lens on the Lake photo contest. Over the summer, we invited readers to share their...
A Few Things That Make White Bear Lake the Best
A collection of places to explore and people that inspire. Each year, I’m given the great honor of sharing my White Bear Lake area “picks” as...
Local Art Student Captures Dancing Colors in Stunning Photograph
Artwork from a local student. Art student Lily Vanderwood used her photography skills—and a digital camera—to capture this image of her sister....
High School Art Teacher Moonlights as Auto Racing Photographer
White Bear Lake Area High School teacher Shawn Gritzmacher talks about his work as a professional auto-racing photographer. You’ve seen the work...
