The Current asked its photographers to choose their favorite images from 2024, illustrating a variety of events and scenes. Enjoy!
“The appearance of the northern lights in May was an unexpected opportunity. I captured this image at Chandler Hovey Park, where the vivid green and purple lights created a stunning natural display.” — Eyal Oren
“Receiving a call from Bette Hunt about an owl sighting was a highlight of my year. Photographing it perched in this amazing chimney setting was a truly memorable experience.” — Rick Cuzner
“I picked the photo of the fire department’s event at the community center because it was a fun event to cover, and because it was great to see everyone splashing around and having a good time in the water.” — Grey Collins
“I chose the photo I took of a Fourth of July sailboat regatta because it captures a hilarious moment when a racer falls into the water. It was a really fun event to cover.” — Grey Collins
“The photo of the seals lounging off the Marblehead coast is special because I love seeing the diverse marine life around our area. It’s a reminder of the beauty and abundance of nature close to home.” — Rick Cuzner
“Being on the floor at TD Garden to capture Marblehead’s basketball team in action was unforgettable. This photo highlights both the skill of the players and the excitement of playing in such an iconic arena.” — Eyal Oren
“Until this year, I had never seen the aurora borealis. This image from Redd’s Pond is particularly meaningful to me because the pond is one of my favorite places in town, and capturing the aurora here made it even more special.” — Rick Cuzner
“I picked the photo of this rally with Marblehead, Beverly and Gloucester teachers at Stage Fort Park in Gloucester because it was a powerful moment when the communities came together around our teachers. When I took it, I felt really proud of our community for uniting to reach a common goal.” — Grey Collins
