Arend Thibodeau resides in Maine with his wife and has been a professional photographer since 1996. His photography has won awards in galleries as far away as Athens, Greece, and he has been published in multiple genres ranging from wildlife to portraiture. In pursuit of his passion for writing, Arend attended the University of Maine where he earned dual degrees in art and English literature. While attending the university, Arend was published with his poetry, non-fiction, and academic writing before graduating summa cum laude. When not working in the field or writing, Arend enjoys teaching photography and exploring unique places.