Puffin Portraits – TEZ Collection by Lauren McDonagh-Pereira Photography

A side profile portrait of the head an shoulders of a puffin against a bright blue sky.

Puffin Portraits

Tezos NFT Collection by Lauren McDonagh-Pereira

Puffin Portraits is an NFT photography collection that was shot, edited, and curated by Lauren McDonagh-Pereira. This collection captures the whimsical beauty of the Atlantic Puffins who nest on Machias Seal Island in Maine during the summer months. 

A side profile portrait of the head an shoulders of a puffin against a bright blue sky.

The Puffin Queen

The Puffin Queen is regal and poised. She knows that she is beautiful, and she wants the world to see her gorgeous face.  She is one of a kind, and she does not compromise. Her portrait has been minted as a Tezos NFT on Objkt.com as a 1-of-1 for 275 XTZ.

Photo Taken: June 26, 2016

Location: Machias Seal Island, Maine USA

NIKON D7200 ƒ/6.3 1/1600 250mm ISO200

A side profile of the face and neck of a puffin looking off to the left of the frame. The puffin has a background of a bright blue sky behind him

The Puffin King

The Puffin King is a stately fellow. His eyes are bright and his beak is brilliant. His portrait has been minted as a Tezos NFT on Objkt.com as a 1-of-1 for 275 XTZ.

Photo Taken: June 26, 2016

Location: Machias Seal Island, Maine USA

NIKON D7200 ƒ/5.6 1/1000 300mm ISO200

Side profile of the right side of a puffins face. The image is black and white with heavy contrast to bring out the details in the puffin's face and beak.

The Puffin PRINCESS

The Puffin Princess is a classic beauty. She prefers the simple things in life. She likes her photography in black-and-white, and she likes to eat her fish fresh from the sea. Her portrait has been minted on Objkt.com as a set of Tezos NFT editions. 20 editions of her portrait are available for sale for 4 XTZ each. 

Photo Taken: June 26, 2016

Location: Machias Seal Island, Maine USA

NIKON D7200 ƒ/5.6 1/800 300mm ISO100

A side profile of the left side of a puffin's face and neck. The image is in black and white with heavy contrast.

The Puffin PRINCE

The Puffin Prince is not interested in your drama. He knows that the adoring crowds will come to him. He is fabulous, and he knows it. His portrait has been minted on Objkt.com as a set of Tezos NFT editions. 20 editions of his portrait are available for sale for 4 XTZ each. 

Photo Taken: June 26, 2016

Location: Machias Seal Island, Maine USA

NIKON D7200 ƒ/5.6 1/1000 300mm ISO200

A portrait of a puffin's neck and face. The puffin is looking off to the right of the frame. Only one side of her face is visible.

The Puffin Duchess

The Puffin Duchess has bright eyes and a full heart. She has high hopes for humanity. Afterall, every human she has ever met has adored her from a respectful distance. Her portrait has been minted on Objkt.com as a set of Tezos NFT editions. All 20 editions of this piece are sold out on the primary market. You will have to hope one of her collectors is nice enough to sell her portrait to you on the secondary market. 

Photo Taken: June 26, 2016

Location: Machias Seal Island, Maine USA

NIKON D7200 ƒ/5.6 1/1600 300mm ISO200

A close up head shot of a puffin looking off to the left side of the frame. The background is beige and blurred out with heavy bokeh.

The Puffin DuKE

The Puffin Duke has a wizened understanding of the world. He watches the young puffins with a knowing eye. He has seen some cold winters and some long, dark nights.  His portrait has been minted on Objkt.com as a set of Tezos NFT editions. You can collect one of the 20 editions of his portrait for 4 XTZ.

Photo Taken: June 26, 2016

Location: Machias Seal Island, Maine USA

NIKON D7200 ƒ/5.6 1/1600 280mm ISO200

A side profile of a puffin with its beak open. The puffin stands on a rock. The rocky shore and ocean behind the puffin are blurred out with a heavy bokeh

The Puffin COUNTESS

The Puffin Countess is not afraid to speak her mind.  When she sees injustice, she lets the world know. She is determined to improve the world around her. Her portrait has been minted on Objkt.com as a set of Tezos NFT editions. You can collect one of the 20 editions of her portrait for 4 XTZ.

Photo Taken: June 26, 2016

Location: Machias Seal Island, Maine USA

NIKON D7200 ƒ/5.6 1/1600 300mm ISO200

A side profile of a puffin standing on a rock. The ocean and blue sky behind him are blurred out with a heavy bokeh.

The Puffin COUNT

The Puffin Count is a jolly fellow.  He enjoys his island, his community, and his favorite rock. Life is good for the Puffin Count. His portrait has been minted on Objkt.com as a set of Tezos NFT editions. You can collect one of the 20 editions of his portrait for 4 XTZ.

Photo Taken: June 26, 2016

Location: Machias Seal Island, Maine USA

NIKON D7200 ƒ/5.6 1/1000 300mm ISO200

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Lauren McDonagh-Pereira is a photographer from Massachusetts, USA. She captures the beauty of the world around her, favoring Nikon cameras and lenses. She is drawn to shooting landscapes, wildlife, nature, and people authentically enjoying life. 

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