Craig Blacklock (born 1954) is a nature photographer best known for his book The Lake Superior Images. His father, Les, and late, first wife, Nadine were also successful nature photographers. Blacklock has published numerous books of photos, including several co-authored with Nadine, one of which, 1995's The Duluth Portfolio, won the Northeastern Minnesota Book Award. He produced A Voice Within: The Lake Superior Nudes, with his current wife, Honey. Blacklock has primarily used 4x5 film cameras for his photography in the past, and is now exploring digital photography and HD video as well. Blacklock currently lives in Moose Lake, MN where he runs Blacklock Photography Galleries. One of Craig's newer books, Minnesota's North Shore, also includes a DVD movie. Craig is currently a Senior Fellow at the University of Minnesota's Center for Spirituality and Healing, where he is working on nature videos for health care and business applications.

Store and Display Locations:

Blacklock Photography Gallery - 521 Folz Blvd. Moose Lake, MN 55767 (888) 485-0478

Waters of Superior - in Canal Park 395 S. Lake Ave. Duluth, MN 55811 (218) 786-0233

Madeline Island School of the Arts - coming June, 2012 978 Middle Road La Pointe, WI 54850 (715) 747-2054

Pictured Rocks Cruises - coming June, 2012 100 W. City Park Drive Munising, MI 49862 (800) 650-2379, (906) 387-2379

Campbell Street Gallery - 14281 Campbell St. Grand Marais, MI 49839 (734) 395-3288

Apostle Islands, From Land and Sea
Reaching the islands by sea kayak, Craig brings his camera through the labyrinths of sea caves, along pristine beaches, and up the spiral staircases of lighthouses. Never before has the beauty of the Apostles been so spectacularly displayed. One page of text provides an overview of the park, all other pages are color photographs.
Two hard cover sizes to select from:
Gallery Edition: 72 pages, 10 x 12 inches, $34.95
Souvenir Edition: 48 pages, 6.75 x 8 inches, $8.95

Pictured Rocks, From Land and Sea
The book starts out revealing the rich diversity of the forest wildflowers and waterfalls. Then, we are treated to spectacular views of the mineral-stained cliffs, both from water level and cliff top perspectives. After stopping at a historic lighthouse and shipwreck, we end our journey on the Au Sable Banks and Dunes. One page of text provides an overview of the park, all other pages are color photographs.
Two hard cover sizes to select from:
Gallery Edition: 72 pages, 10 x 12 inches, $34.95
Souvenir Edition: 48 pages, 6.75 x 8 inches, $8.95

 

Two sizes to choose from: 

Gallery Edition — 10 x 12 inches, 72 pages, $34.95

Souvenir Edition — 6.5 x 8 inches, 48 pages, $8.95

If you have a home or cabin in one of these areas, these books would make a great item to gift to your house guests. Order now, so you'll have books to give out when summer guests start arriving.