Behind the Lens

Image of Climbing Cubs: The Day I Almost Got Mauled (But Not Really)
Climbing Cubs: The Day I Almost Got Mauled (But Not Really)

It was one of those serene mornings in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula—the kind where the fog hangs low, the air smells...

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Fog, Foliage, and Grandeur: A Timeless Autumn at the Mt. Washington Hotel

A couple of years ago, I found myself standing before the majestic Mt. Washington Hotel, camera in hand, as nature...

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Lake of the Clouds: A Misty Morning Memory in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula

There’s something magical about waking up early, packing your gear, and heading into the heart of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. On...

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From Crazy Woman Canyon to Cowboy Boots: A Rodeo Dream Realized

In the fall of 2022, my wife and I finally made it to the Black Hills Roundup Rodeo in Belle...

Image of The Ruins: Echoes of Copper and Childhood in Michigan’s Keweenaw Peninsula
The Ruins: Echoes of Copper and Childhood in Michigan’s Keweenaw Peninsula

Tucked deep in the rugged beauty of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula lies a haunting relic of the past—an old copper mine...

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Discover Tranquility Piece by Piece: A Stunning Lake Superior Puzzle Experience

Immerse yourself in the peaceful majesty of Michigan with a puzzle that’s as breathtaking as the landscape it portrays. This...

Image of Historic George Washington portrait painting photographed by Phil Stagg for the MI Puzzles collection
George Washington: The Legacy of a Founding Father in Pieces and Portraits

George Washington, born in 1732 in Westmoreland County, Virginia, was more than just a military leader—he was the embodiment of...

Image of A majestic elk standing still in snow-covered Yellowstone National Park in winter, photographed by Phil Stagg
The Elk: A Winter Sentinel of Yellowstone

In the heart of Yellowstone National Park, winter transforms the landscape into a quiet, snow-covered sanctuary. It's here, in this...

Image of Winding wooden boardwalk through the Florida Everglades surrounded by lily pads and cypress trees, photographed by Phil Stagg
Exploring the Everglades: A Journey Through Nature on the Boardwalks

Back in the spring of 2020, just before the world changed in so many ways, my wife Cindy and I...

Image of A pile of historic US coins dating from 1826 to 2004, photographed by Phil Stagg
Piece Together the Past with Pocket Change

At Phil Stagg Photography, we are proud to revisit one of the beloved classics in our MI Puzzles line: Pocket...

Image of Jackson Square in the French Quarter of New Orleans, Louisiana, photographed by Phil Stagg
Unveiling Jackson Square: History, Culture, and Festivities in the French Quarter

Jackson Square, nestled in the heart of the French Quarter in New Orleans, Louisiana, is a vibrant testament to the...

Image of Portage Lake Lift Bridge connecting Houghton and Hancock in Michigan's Upper Peninsula, photographed by Phil Stagg
Copper Country's Gateway: The Portage Lake Lift Bridge

Nestled in the scenic landscape of Michigan's Upper Peninsula, the Portage Lake Lift Bridge stands as a testament to engineering...