Reflect on the transformative power of nature. “I photograph blooms and plants in their prime for Bailey Nurseries marketing and advertising. I...
Focus on Maple Grove
A Winter Walk at Edward Lake
Photograph showcases Edward Lake in a new light. “Being a Maple Grove Lake commissioner, representing [Edward Lake] and actively involved in our...
Eagle Lake Barred Owl
Rod Smoliak captures the beauty of wildlife in the winter. “I enjoy wildlife photography and especially enjoy the challenge of finding owls during...
Focus on Maple Grove 2023 Winners
A look at Maple Grove through your lens. Over the summer we asked Maple Grove residents to submit their shots of the community for our 13th annual...
Reader’s Choice Voting for Focus on Maple Grove 2023
In July and August, we invited you to submit your photos of the Maple Grove community. From backyard wildlife to scenic views around town, Maple...
Little Pumpkin
Local photographer captures the fun of fall. “I often use my front door as a backdrop for my dog’s Instagram photos. I have fun with different...
Focus on Maple Grove 2023: Submissions Open
Throughout its pages, Maple Grove Magazine showcases our community in a multitude of ways, and one of our favorite methods is through our annual...
A Hungry Pelican
Rod Smoliak captures a unique bird gliding on the water. Maple Grove photographer Rod Smoliak took this award-winning photograph as a pelican caught...
Arrayed at Sunset
The sun peeks through one last time before uttering its daily goodbye. “I casually enjoy mobile photography, so I’m always looking for opportunities...
Winter Trail
Wintry scene catches photographer’s eye. “After I saw that the recent snowfall had stuck to the trees, I knew I needed to get my camera and go for a...
Library Sunrise
Local captures the city’s natural glow. “This was taken shortly after sunrise with the colors still dominating in the sky. I was also fortunate that...
Focus on Maple Grove 2022 Photo Contest Winners
It's time to celebrate! This August, we asked you to share your images of Maple Grove with us. In September, we asked you to pick your favorite for...
Night Out at Town Green
Lights, camera, action! Describing herself as a “hobby photographer,” Sarah Cupryna says she takes advantage of her surroundings to capture...
Focus on Maple Grove 2022: Submissions Open in August
Focus on Maple Grove's 2022 photo contest rules. Maple Grove Magazine enjoys showcasing the lake community in a number of ways, and that includes...
Maple Grove Moon Setting
Glowing moon wins first place in City Landmarks category. With very limited opportunities to capture the full moon, photographer Rod Smoliak says it...
Mirror Image
Reflective heron wins second place in Nature & Wildlife category. “I still find it amazing how much wildlife you can find within the city, and...
Lens on Central Park
Majestic swans receive first place. Rod Smoliak says that a part of capturing wildlife is luck; however, with a little patience and preplanning of...
Luminaire
Lamp post and sun oblige for winning photo. Maple Grove Sun Light, by Rod Smoliak, received first place in the City Landmarks category in our annual...
Focus on Maple Grove 2021 Photo Contest Winners
Competition was stiff this year for the annual Focus on Maple Grove photo contest, but after the dust settled, the judges picked the winning images...
Water Works
“… the water was glistening.” Kayaking on Fish Lake, taken with an iPhone 10, placed third in the Activities & Events category of our annual...