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Maureen Taylor @PhotoDetective

Photo got you stumped? Ask the photodetective. I love solving picture mysteries. Podcaster. Keynote Speaker on Photos and Family History

Joined July 2009
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This week on the podcast, I'm joined by Andrew Koch, Editor of Family Tree Magazine. We discuss the history of the magazine since its first publication in 2000, and how it has evolved over the years. Listen wherever you get your podcasts, or here: buff.ly/3Q97CkG
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Today I'm reflecting on one of my favorite memories - making lemonade with my Nana. Learn the story and her lemonade recipe below. buff.ly/43GXVg5
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If you have wet photos, all is not lost. Follow the advice of the Library of Congress.loc.gov/preservation/emergpr… #VermontFlooding #DisasterRecovery
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Today is the last day of Amazon's Prime Days You can find all of my product recommendations in my Amazon store here: buff.ly/44DTJyK My favorite scanner IS on sale with Prime Days, which you can find here: buff.ly/3DcpCTg These are affiliate links.
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This week on the podcast, I'm joined by Colin Mustful, author, publisher, and founder of History Through Fiction. Listen wherever you get your podcasts, or here: buff.ly/3ropkGa
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Reimagine is an amazing new app from MyHeritage that allows you to scan entire photo albums in minutes and bring your family photos to life! Grab one of your beloved family photo albums and give it a go: buff.ly/3rc75UC
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Please join me tonight as I'll be going live with Amy Johnson Crow on her Facebook and Youtube to discuss "Family Photo Detective." You can find her Facebook here: buff.ly/3Pq7j4k And her YouTube here: buff.ly/3CJBiwQ
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There are so many distracting details in this wedding picture taken indoors. What jumps out to you? I love the shades on the windows.
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This week on the podcast, I'm joined by Dr. Kate Strasdin, author and honorary deputy curator at the Totnes Fashion and Textile Museum. Listen wherever you get your podcasts, or here: buff.ly/3CzaLBY Purchase Kate's book here: buff.ly/3XbiOP7
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I'm dying to tell you about this week's podcast episode, but since I'll announce it o Sunday... I thought I'd give you a little hint. This is a fantastic book from one of my previous guests, Kate Strasdin. I cannot reccomend it enough! Learn more: buff.ly/3qNgmSy
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Yes our ancestors repurposed clothing 💕💕
Dr Kate Strasdin@kateStrasdin
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Cloth was greatly valued in times past, far more than it is today. This electric blue silk with a bold triple puff sleeve is a shiningly vibrant example of repurposing, a gown originally made in the #1830s and altered in the #1850s @AugustaAuction #Fashionhistory
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Today's the last day for my followers to save 50% off the Complete Subscription through MyHeritage. Learn more here: buff.ly/43L0tu7
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Great news! MyHeritage is extending their offer for my followers. Save 50% off the Complete Subscription now through June 9 - that's this Friday! Learn more here: buff.ly/43L0tu7
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This week on the podcast, I'm joined by François Brunelle. We discuss his fascinating project “I’m Not a Lookalike” where Francois photographs individuals who look similar – and then compares them. Listen wherever you get your podcasts, or here: buff.ly/45MwHHb
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This month I'll be focusing my social media on weddings! I'm kicking it off with this gorgeous one from my collection. You see, not all brides wore white. In the nineteenth century, wearing a good dress with wedding accessories was more common, like this mid-1880s bride.
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!!SALE!! Today through June 7 - I'm partnering with MyHeritage to offer my followers 50% off their ultimate subscription. Learn more here: buff.ly/3IRjW4C
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I just wanted to take a moment to thank the Rhode Island Genealogical Society - I've been relected to the role of President! This is a true honor, I love serving my home state and aiding in those finding their family stories.
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This week on the podcast, I'm doing a solo episode! This episode is an intimate look at my life and behind-the-scenes of how I became The Photo Detective. Family Photo Detective, the updated version for 2023, is available now at MaureenTaylor.com, right on the homepage.
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