The first feature-length wildlife movie ever filmed and produced entirely in Maine, “A Peace of Forest,” premieres on June 30, coinciding with National Wildlife Month in July. This unique film takes audiences on an intimate journey into a forest habitat, to experience a wild, peaceful and mysterious world that is filled with complex relationships and ways of wonder. The film was created by filmmakers and producers, Lee Ann Szelog and Thomas Mark Szelog of Whitefield, who will join Lincoln Theater Executive Director, Christina Belknap, for a post-screening talkback.

 

Known as “one of Maine’s most renowned wildlife photographers” the co-filmmaker and co-producer, Thomas Mark Szelog has focused, for the past 45 years, on creating compelling photographs, documenting Maine’s rich wildlife, and nature’s gentle beauty while keeping his intrusion into the homes of his subjects to a minimum. He waits for hours and days for his subjects to approach him, so he can capture their mood and behavior as naturally and discreetly as possible. Tom’s early childhood experiences inspired him to become a wildlife photographer, specializing in photographing wildlife, nature, and landscapes for the editorial, corporate, and fine art markets. He is a recipient of the Philip Hyde Award, presented annually to a photographer who is working to preserve the condition of the natural environment through the art of photography.

 

Lee Ann is the Founder of Simply Put, LLC, specializing in presentations she delivers locally, regionally and nationally on human relations and wellness, of our planet and ourselves. Lee credits Tom for opening her eyes to the natural world; Mother Nature opened her heart. For 36 years Lee has been inspired by Tom’s art as a   professional wildlife and nature photographer, and now shares the art of photography and love of the natural world with him.

 

For the past 10 years, the Szelogs have been creating the 90-minute movie to open eyes and hearts to the importance of protecting wildlife and their habitat. Viewers will see the results of their passion, vision and patience that reflects the utmost respect and love they share for the wildlife, documenting the complex relationships within the natural world and the wild families that simply strive to survive each day. “A Peace of Forest” is a masterpiece of their lifelong advocacy, produced by their production company, Bear Brook Productions, LLC. 

 

Lincoln Theater is located at 2 Theater St. in Damariscotta. Tickets for “A Peace of Forest,” $20 adult, $15 LT member, and $5 youth 18 and under, are available in advance through the Lincoln Theater box office at LincolnTheater.net and at the door beginning 30 minutes before showtime. For more information reach out to the theater office at info@lincolntheater.net or 207-563-3424.