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Each Saturday I post a new hard maze with all of them sitting in the Hard Maze Archive. I will try to post a variety of maze types to keep things interesting.
Weekly Hard Maze #27 - Pipe Maze
Solution will be in the archive. Download is below.
If you solved that maze quickly and want to try some of my archival hard mazes, these posts should do the trick:
At the beginning of the year I decided to try a maze design experiment where I take one maze and then design it in as many ways I can think of. I also kept finding new filters to use in the software I design in, Inkscape. I also mixed in a bit of text to image AI to see how it fared. This is my recap of the experiment.
We start with the original maze:
I ended up making 125 variations of this maze of the course of 25 blog posts. I pulled them together into 5 groups of 25 so you can see them all. If the structure lost the maze…it is probably AI generated.
What I learned during this experiment:
Inkscape is full of filters and you will never know what they do unless you experiment with them.
There sure are a lot of filters that distort whatever image you make.
As I learned in other experiments, Text to Image AI is not able to keep the maze structure while adding design themes to it.
The color combinations you can use are infinite and I think color is the most impactful I think.
I really enjoy playing with depths and shadow. Some of my favorite mazes were the shadow and rotation ones I made.
I found that I like to use this post for inspiration and reference when I am designing new mazes. Feel free to do the same !
After a time it becomes difficult to come up with new ideas. Then you come with ideas that take a long time to create. I am sure with enough time and effort I could make 200+ more variations, but I was ready to move on to other things.
I was going to pick my favorite mazes - but it changes depending on my mood. Hopefully you can find a favorite !
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So you want to visit a labyrinth in Maine. I can help. I have selected 7 of the best (there are over 40) that are accessible to the public from around the state. If you want a full list of labyrinths in the state check out the Worldwide Labyrinth Finder. Also, there is a wonderful website dedicated to the Labyrinths of New England run by Yadina Clark.
Before we get to my recommendations for Maine I want to tell you about some statistics about labyrinths in the USA from some research I did. If you are interested in knowing things like what the largest labyrinth is in the US, where the Northernmost, Southernmost labyrinths are in the US, and similar questions, it is worth a read: Questions about US Labyrinths Answered. All of these Maine answers and statistics were part of that research. We start with a chart summarizing the data from Maine:
Here is how Maine compares to the rest of the US. It ranks 4th in the USA for labyrinths per capita.
Maine Labyrinth Questions:
What is the largest labyrinth in Maine ? The largest labyrinth in Maine is the Thomaston Yoga Studio – The Annex in Waldoboro Labyrinth in Waldoboro with a 120 foot diameter.
What city has the most labyrinths in Maine ? The city with the most labyrinths in Maine is Brunswick, which has 5 labyrinths.
Are there any record setting labyrinths in Maine ? Yes ! Maine hasthe easternmost labyrinth in the US (at a Longitude of 67.016), called A Labyrinth By the Sea, the 8 circuit medieval labyrinth is in the town of Lubec, Maine on the Canadian border (can you see Canada from the labyrinth ? Maybe - let me know !)
Why visit a Labyrinth ?
Labyrinths are ancient and mysterious symbols that have been used for centuries for meditation, contemplation, and spiritual renewal. They are also a lot of fun to explore! If you're looking for a unique and challenging experience, walk a labyrinth with intention - it often leads to self-discovery. Personally, I like to walk labyrinths between dawn and sunrise or at sunset until dusk, but any time of day works. You may not realize it, but there is probably a labyrinth near where you live. Today we explore…
1. St Luke’s Cathedral Labyrinth
This 5 circuit labyrinth is made of granite blocks placed on the lawn of the church. You can plan your trip using the church website.
Location: Portland, Maine
Address:
143 State St
Portland, Maine 04101
2. University of New England Labyrinth
This labyrinth is also featured in the video above. It is a 5 circuit labyrinth made of local fieldstones is located behind the school’s art gallery.
Location: Portland, Maine
Address:
716 Stevens Avenue
Portland, Maine 04103
3. Saint Joseph's College - Julie’s Path Labyrinth
Saint Joseph's College - Julie’s Path Labyrinth - [ Saint Joseph's College of Maine / sjcme.edu ]
This labyrinth is dedicated to the memory of student Julie A. Lentz. It has 3 unique branches on the outer pathway and is a modified classical labyrinth. You can read about the labyrinth on the school website. It is located off the walking path to Sebago Lake.
Location: Standish, Maine
Address:
278 Whites Bridge Road
Standish, Maine 04084
4. St. Mark's Episcopal Church Labyrinth
photo used by permission of St. Mark's Episcopal Church, Waterville, ME
A 7 circuit labyrinth in the St Paul style. You can plan a trip on the labyrinth’s webpage which also includes an informative brochure pdf.
Location: Waterville, Maine
Address:
60 Eustis Parkway
Waterville, Maine 04901
5. Kennebunkport Conservation Trust Labyrinth
This 7 circuit classical rock labyrinth is located down a gravel path at the Emmons Preserve. The labyrinth also has it’s own facebook page with pictures and information and it’s own webpage.
Location: Kennebunkport, Maine
Address:
57 Gravelly Brook Rd
Kennebunkport, Maine 04046
6. Labyrinth in the Woods
This 7 circuit stone labyrinth is off the Garden Trail at Crystal Spring Farm and built in partnership with the local First Baptist Church. Has it’s own entry on Google Maps so it is easy to find. Here is a short video showing it being walked. The center features 3 stone benches.
Location: Brunswick, Maine
Address:
90 Maurice Drive
Brunswick, Maine 04011
7. Phineas Parkhurst Quimby Labyrinth
An 8 circuit medieval labyrinth made from brick/pavers. This labyrinth is known for the wonderful views of the city harbor from Belfast Common Park. This labyrinth has it’s own entry on Google Maps so it is easy to find !
Location: Belfast, Maine
Address:
Belfast Commons, Miller Street and Cross St
Belfast, Maine 04915
5 TIPS FOR VISITING A LABYRINTH
Set an intention for your walk so you can walk with purpose. It could be prayer, reflection, meditation, contemplation, or openness.
Be sure to wear comfortable shoes, as you will be doing a lot of walking.
Bring water with you, especially if you are visiting on a hot day.
Take your time and enjoy the experience. There is no need to rush through a labyrinth.
Be respectful of other visitors. This includes not making noise and being respectful if walking with other people.
5 BOOKS TO READ ABOUT LABYRINTH WALKING
I wrote a blog post reviewing the following 5 books, each that deals with walking labyrinths. You can check them out yourself at the Amazon links below or read this blog post: 5 Books about the Spiritual Aspect of Labyrinths to learn a little about what each book teaches.
Walking a Sacred Path: Rediscovering the Labyrinth as a Spiritual Tool by Dr. Lauren Artress 201 pages. AMZN
Labyrinth : Your Path to Self-Discovery by Tony Christie 312 pages. AMZN
Exploring the Labyrinth: A Guide For Healing and Spiritual Growth by Melissa Gayle West 209 pages AMZN
Walking the Labyrinth: A Place to Pray and Seek God by Travis Scholl 240 pages AMZN
Labyrinths from the Outside In: Walking to Spiritual Insight by Rev Dr Donna Schaper and Rev Dr Carole Ann Camp 187 pages AMZN
If you are interested in more spiritual labyrinth aspects I suggest the following websites:
Lauren Artress website - For coaching, workshops and classes.
Veriditas - The nonprofit labyrinth group founded by Lauren Artress
Worldwide Labyrinth Finder - Find a labyrinth to walk near you, or while on vacation
I am a maze artist but I have never made any mazes from Maine. If you have suggestions - drop me a note. Otherwise here are some mazes of famous buildings:
So you want to visit a labyrinth in Louisiana. I have selected 5 of the best (there are over 30) that are accessible to the public from around the state, focusing on large population areas. If you want a full list of labyrinths in the state check out the Worldwide Labyrinth Finder. 4 of these labyrinths are located in city parks where getting photo permission is difficult, if you want to submit one of your photos for this blog post and get attribution, email me.
Before we get to my recommendations for Louisiana I want to tell you about some statistics about labyrinths in the USA from some research I did. If you are interested in knowing things like what the largest labyrinth is in the US, where the Northernmost, Southernmost labyrinths are in the US, and similar questions, it is worth a read: Questions about US Labyrinths Answered. All of these Louisiana answers and statistics were part of that research. We start with a chart summarizing the data from Louisiana:
Here is how Louisiana compares to the rest of the US. It ranks 47th for labyrinths per capita but 3rd in the country for percentage of indoor labyrinths. Labyrinths in the state are small, ranking 49th.
Louisiana Labyrinth Questions:
What is the largest labyrinth in Louisiana ? The largest labyrinth in Louisiana is the Abita Springs Be & Be Labyrinth in Abita Springs which is a Baltic style labyrinth with a 100 foot diameter.
What city has the most labyrinths in Louisiana ? New Orleans has the most labyrinths in Louisiana with 11.
Are there any record setting labyrinths in Louisiana ? Yes, but I am unsure which one ! I believe the lowest elevation labyrinth in the US is one of the many labyrinths located in New Orleans, Louisiana since I could not find any in the Salton Sink region of California. Although not all of the New Orleans labyrinths have addresses that are searchable it would most likely be one of them. Many of the ones on the list tie with an elevation of 0 feet above sea level. I have not found one below sea level in the US.
Why visit a Labyrinth ?
Labyrinths are ancient and mysterious symbols that have been used for centuries for meditation, contemplation, and spiritual renewal. They are also a lot of fun to explore! If you're looking for a unique and challenging experience, walk a labyrinth with intention - it often leads to self-discovery. Personally, I like to walk labyrinths between dawn and sunrise or at sunset until dusk, but any time of day works. You may not realize it, but there is probably a labyrinth near where you live. Today we explore…
1. New Orleans City Park Labyrinth
This 7 circuit labyrinth made from bricks is located in City Park on Roosevelt Mall. It can be found easily because it has it’s own entry on Google Maps. It seems like a great place to plan a family day !
Location: New Orleans, Louisiana
Address:
1 Palm Drive
New Orleans, Louisiana 70124
2. Audubon Park Labyrinth
Another wonderful 7 circuit Chartres style labyrinth located in a park. This also has it’s own entry on Google Maps to be easier to locate and it considered a tourist attraction ! The labyrinth is surrounded by benches dedicated to people/families. Described as a peaceful setting to walk. There is a smaller labyrinth next to it.
Location: New Orleans, Louisiana
Address: (near)
700 East Dr
New Orleans, Louisiana
3. City-Brooks Community Park Labyrinth
This octagonal labyrinth located in the city park is open from sunrise to sunset. The octagonal shape is made from bricks/pavers. The park website mentions these instructions: “The labyrinth in City Park is available for use from 7 a.m. until dark. Located directly behind the golf pro shop, the labyrinth should be used for meditation and relaxation only. Passers-by should be quiet and respect those using the labyrinth. Walking the labyrinth can promote internal balance and relaxation. Before walking the labyrinth, one should pause at the entrance to quiet the mind. If others are on the labyrinth, it is custom to allow those in front the opportunity to finish their walk.” It has it’s own entry on Google Maps with pictures that make it easy to locate !
Location: Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Address:
1515 Dalrymple Drive
Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70808
4. St. Luke's United Methodist Church Labyrinth
This beautiful Santa Rosa style labyrinth is featured on the church homepage and has it’s own page on the site where you can learn all about it, including the fun fact that this was the first permanent labyrinth installed in the state of Louisiana in 2000. It is open from dawn to dusk.
Location: Shreveport, Louisiana
Address:
6012 Youree Drive
Shreveport, Louisiana 71105
5. Pontiac Point Park (Veteran's Park Simcoe) Labyrinth
This Chartres labyrinth is located in the Pontiac Park (on Google maps known as Veteran's Park Simcoe) in downtown Lafayette. The park has it’s own facebook page. Image of the labyrinth from street view.
Location: Lafayette, Louisiana
Address:
100 Moss St
Lafayette, Louisiana 70501
BONUS: The End of the World Labyrinth - New Orleans, Louisiana
As shown in this YouTube Video. Located at roughly:
F. Edward Hebert Defense Complex
Poland Ave
New Orleans, Louisiana 70117
5 TIPS FOR VISITING A LABYRINTH
Set an intention for your walk so you can walk with purpose. It could be prayer, reflection, meditation, contemplation, or openness.
Be sure to wear comfortable shoes, as you will be doing a lot of walking.
Bring water with you, especially if you are visiting on a hot day.
Take your time and enjoy the experience. There is no need to rush through a labyrinth.
Be respectful of other visitors. This includes not making noise and being respectful if walking with other people.
5 BOOKS TO READ ABOUT LABYRINTH WALKING
I wrote a blog post reviewing the following 5 books, each that deals with walking labyrinths. You can check them out yourself at the Amazon links below or read this blog post: 5 Books about the Spiritual Aspect of Labyrinths to learn a little about what each book teaches.
Walking a Sacred Path: Rediscovering the Labyrinth as a Spiritual Tool by Dr. Lauren Artress 201 pages. AMZN
Labyrinth : Your Path to Self-Discovery by Tony Christie 312 pages. AMZN
Exploring the Labyrinth: A Guide For Healing and Spiritual Growth by Melissa Gayle West 209 pages AMZN
Walking the Labyrinth: A Place to Pray and Seek God by Travis Scholl 240 pages AMZN
Labyrinths from the Outside In: Walking to Spiritual Insight by Rev Dr Donna Schaper and Rev Dr Carole Ann Camp 187 pages AMZN
If you are interested in more spiritual labyrinth aspects I suggest the following websites:
Lauren Artress website - For coaching, workshops and classes.
Veriditas - The nonprofit labyrinth group founded by Lauren Artress
Worldwide Labyrinth Finder - Find a labyrinth to walk near you, or while on vacation
I am a maze artist but I have never made any mazes from Louisiana. If you have suggestions - drop me a note. Otherwise here are some mazes of famous buildings:
