Shikarro Sampson captures a photograph of Larch Hansen packing seaweed in Steuben, Maine.

As one of the first Greeks to come to Maine, Pericles Economos became a leader in the Greek community. Pamela Wood recounts how his words inspired stories for this issue regarding ethnic groups in Maine.

With an interest in firearms from a young age, Monty Washburn began making guns for himself. Laurie Astrowsky and Mark Emerson document Washburn's interest in guns and the work that goes into crafting one.

As one of the first Greeks to come to Maine, Pericles Economos became a leader in the Greek community. Kelly Emery documents Pericles' journey to Maine and opening his own business.

Chris Joob highlights the Portland Rugby Club, speaking to its members and learning about their personal experiences and playing rugby.

Ed Werler recounts stories from his life, with regard to his wife Martha. Werler speaks about the love for his wife, their time together, and Martha's dementia.

Phil Grant captures the back-to-lander lifestyle through members of the Davis Family.

A longtime friend of Monty Washburn, Mary Turner works and lives on a farm in West Peru. James Jannetti speaks to Turner about her life experiences.

Standing at four and a half feet tall, Ida Allen can stand up for herself. Anne Gorham documents Allen's life as the daughter of a settler and growing up in the wilderness of Maine.

Holly Wilmeth captures the work of Raymond Strout, a carpenter by trade, who is a blood wormer by nature.

Struggling with mental illness and homelessness growing up, Danielle Gauvin was able to find a welcome place within the Occupy movement in Portland. Damian Biniek documents how Gauvin made the Occupy community her own, allowing her to begin the healing process for her issues.

In order to cope with her blindness, Bobbi Lachance turns to writing novels. Lachance recounts her experiences of domestic violence, and how she found a relationship that became real love.