I'm a happy lady that loves life and have many interests. I'm retired and widowed and moved to Maui, Hawaii from Florida in June of 2006. I was born and brought up in Western Massachusetts, educated there and married there.

 

My 3 children are on their own and I'm proud of each one. My one daughter lives here in Maui where she has her business.

 

Addendum................Again the travel bug got to me and I moved back to Vero Beach, Florida. And the camera is always with me. But I did leave my heart in Maui!

 

I was owner and director of my own music studio, and also had another career in "mental health". I was a dedicated activist for many years and served the public as an advocate for the handicapped, the poor, the homeless and the elderly.

 

Life was a great challenge and experience for me and I have reaped many rewards. I wouldn't change a thing! Photography helps me to express my feelings of life and the beauty around us that many of us miss. I think I will always carry my camera with me it has gotten to be part of me..............................Claire M.

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Testimonials

aknding says:

Claire, what can I say,, we've been friends for some years now, talked on the phone for hours, maybe weeks by now. and we have never met!! she's like my adopted "MOM" Claire, has shown me things about Hawaii, that I will never see, let alone smell, all thoose awesome flowers that makeup....... Hawaii from her s… Read more

Claire, what can I say,, we've been friends for some years now, talked on the phone for hours, maybe weeks by now. and we have never met!! she's like my adopted "MOM" Claire, has shown me things about Hawaii, that I will never see, let alone smell, all thoose awesome flowers that makeup....... Hawaii from her shores to her mountain passes with flowers... Thanks Claire...... Oh, hea.. she takes great photos also......................... alaskandingo

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December 9, 2007

I know Claire few years already. She is wonderful person, very kind, intelligent, friendly and so blessed to live on Hawaii . Everytime i watch her photography it's like mini-travel to that marvellous place. Her photos are so vivid, lively, delightful and reflect the beauty of her soul. Dear Claire, i am glad to know y… Read more

I know Claire few years already. She is wonderful person, very kind, intelligent, friendly and so blessed to live on Hawaii . Everytime i watch her photography it's like mini-travel to that marvellous place. Her photos are so vivid, lively, delightful and reflect the beauty of her soul. Dear Claire, i am glad to know you! I appreciate your friendship very much. You are great! I wish you many wonderful moments and photo opportunities!

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April 9, 2007

Some of the most beautiful photos on Flickr can be found on Claire's photostream! I've never been to the Hawaiian Islands but always enjoy seeing this beautiful land through Claire's images. Most noticeably are all the many colors she uses; from the gorgeous sunsets to the tropical flowers, you will always enjoy your t… Read more

Some of the most beautiful photos on Flickr can be found on Claire's photostream! I've never been to the Hawaiian Islands but always enjoy seeing this beautiful land through Claire's images. Most noticeably are all the many colors she uses; from the gorgeous sunsets to the tropical flowers, you will always enjoy your time spent viewing her shots. I always look forward to her new additions! Claire also has both a Florida and Nevada set which rivals her Maui sets. Truly a wonderful group of photographs you will find on Flickr!

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January 8, 2007