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The Forest Has Been Waiting for You: A Hudson Valley Nature Photo Story About Mindfulness, Wildflowers and the Pleasure of Paying Attention

By Hudson Valley Style Magazine | September 29, 2026

A mindful hike through the Hudson Valley begins with one wonderfully simple proposition: pay attention. Let the trail decide what deserves your gaze. Let sunlight interrupt the mental chatter. Let scent become memory. Let a mushroom become interesting enough to earn five whole minutes of your life. Research around forest bathing continues to connect […]

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You Make the Hudson Valley. Let’s Introduce You to the World.

By Hudson Valley Style Magazine | September 26, 2026

POUGHKEEPSIE, N.Y. — Hudson Valley makers, picture your next brand introduction with a white bathrobe, a cowboy hat, and a drink getting the golden-hour attention it deserves. Around here, dressing for cocktails leaves considerable room for interpretation, and a beautifully made local product can find itself in very good company. Your tea could inspire […]

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The Suburban Cowboy Philosopher: Sunlight, Privacy, Leisure and the Economics of Simply Being Human

By Hudson Valley Style Magazine | September 24, 2026

In the $200+ billion vacation-rental market, travelers aren’t just booking a place to sleep—they are buying temporary access to a completely different biological reality. From ancient Russian dachas to modern country retreats, the true luxury of a second home isn’t found in granite countertops or smart TVs; it lies in unmediated daylight, total spatial […]

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Modern Strength: How BAYSYL’s Men’s Collection Fuels a New Era of Natural Masculinity

By Hudson Valley Style Magazine | September 24, 2026

Masculinity today looks different—and stronger—than ever. It’s confident without being rigid, powerful without being performative, and above all, it’s a conscious choice—because modern men can freely affirm both masculine and feminine traits as part of their strength. From Gen Z fitness creators and gay men embracing body autonomy to natural bodybuilders redefining what real […]

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Happy Fall, New York: A 2026 Hudson Valley and Catskills Leaf-Peeping Guide

By Hudson Valley Style Magazine | September 22, 2026

POUGHKEEPSIE, N.Y. – New York’s annual fall pilgrimage begins with an optimistic assessment of how many sweaters a weekend requires. By the time the bags reach the car, someone has proposed an orchard, someone has found a cabin, and the friend who dresses exclusively in black has developed strong feelings about burnt orange. Happy […]

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The Body and The Feast: Culinary Wellness Has Never Looked This Delicious

By Hudson Valley Style Magazine | September 21, 2026

Hudson Valley Style Magazine’s The Body & The Feast Culinary Wellness Edition brings Maxwell Alexander’s world of bodybuilding, food, photography, emotional wellness, farm-to-table living, and unapologetic pleasure into one collectible 60-page print edition—copies available from the HVSM Shop. The Body & The Feast: Culinary Wellness Has Never Looked This Delicious – By Hudson Valley […]

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An Epicurean Journey through the Catskill Mountains: Unearthing the Charms of Peekamoose Restaurant and Tap Room in Big Indian, NY

By Hudson Valley Style Magazine | September 21, 2026

The Catskill Mountains, with their rugged, untamed beauty, never fail to ignite my wanderlust. As a seasoned travel and lifestyle photographer, the allure of the unknown and the thrill of capturing the raw magic of natural landscapes have taken me to numerous places. This time, I found myself being drawn towards Big Indian’s “forever […]

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Guests Love This Warwick Airbnb Cabin: Discover Their Top Reviews and Why It’s a Must-Visit

By Hudson Valley Style Magazine | September 21, 2026

Welcome to a tale of a cabin in Warwick, NY, where rustic meets modern, nestled among whispering trees and the kind of rock formations that make you wonder if you’ve stepped into a fairy tale. This isn’t just any cabin; it’s a slice of Hudson Valley heaven, as featured in magazines and loved by […]

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The Human Side of Hospitality: Overcoming America’s Exploitative Tipping Culture

By Hudson Valley Style Magazine | September 19, 2026

What is a smile actually worth? Behind America’s polished luxury hospitality industry lies an uncomfortable economic relic: a tipping culture that forces workers to depend on the subjective approval of strangers just to earn a living wage. In this thought-provoking third installment of Experiential Hospitality 101, Maxwell Alexander dismantles the deep historical roots and […]

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The Best Apple Picking in the Hudson Valley: HVSM Editors’ Fresh 2026 Orchard Roundup

By Hudson Valley Style Magazine | September 13, 2026

POUGHKEEPSIE, N.Y. — Apple season has returned to the Hudson Valley, and with it comes the annual New York ritual of driving into the countryside and becoming surprisingly opinionated about Honeycrisp. By October, perfectly reasonable adults will be debating Macoun versus Empire while carrying twenty pounds of fruit they had originally planned to pick […]

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Work from Home: Starting the Journey of Claiming Your Freedom – Presented by Maxwell Alexander and his new book "Millennials – The Balancing Act of Working from Home" on Amazon Kindle

Work from Home: Starting the Journey of Claiming Your Freedom

By Hudson Valley Style Magazine | January 13, 2022

It’s important to recognize that if you run a business from home, you’re going to live a completely different lifestyle from most people you know. You’re on an entirely different level from most people you’ll know if you don’t commute in the morning, don’t spend the whole day in an office, and have the […]

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Felicia Michelle, New York Hairstylist Reveals How to Stay Beautiful During Winter

By Hudson Valley Style Magazine | January 13, 2022

Staying beautiful doesn’t have to be difficult, even during the winter season when the cold winds and snow can wreak havoc on your hair and skin. The only thing you need to ensure that you stay beautiful is help from an expert like Felicia Michelle, New York Hairstylist. Learn how to stay beautiful during […]

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New Artificial Intelligence Tools Help Artists Create Digital NFT Art

By Hudson Valley Style Magazine | January 11, 2022

Writing code or painting isn’t as easy as it may seem to the layman, but with the help of artificial intelligence, artists can now concentrate on creating art instead of worrying about the technical details. Crypto Art continues to revolutionize what art can be and who can appreciate it with its latest piece, Artificial […]

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Top 10 Tips for Natural Bodybuilders – Bodybuilding 101 with Photographer, Fitness Model, Certified Elite Fitness Trainer and Bodybuilding Coach Maxwell Alexander

Top 10 Tips for Natural Bodybuilders – Bodybuilding 101 with Coach Maxwell Alexander

By Hudson Valley Style Magazine | January 11, 2022

Natural bodybuilders may have a leg up on their gym-loving counterparts when it comes to building muscle and cutting fat, but that doesn’t mean they don’t have to put in the work to get there. Making healthy food choices, getting quality sleep, and hitting the gym consistently are just some of the things you […]

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The Rich Meaning of Naked Freedom and Homoeroticism in Maxwell Alexander's Photographs and NFT Art

The Fine Art of Homoeroticism – NFT Art by Maxwell Alexander

By Hudson Valley Style Magazine | January 11, 2022

The success of the LGBTQ movement in the last several decades has brought about a lot of changes, especially to the arts. Many artists are now feeling freer than ever to showcase their work and explore their sexual orientation and gender identity without being afraid of being prosecuted, or even killed like they might […]

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Top 10 Wellness Tips for Healthy Holidays – Presented by Kristin Misik Acupuncture – New Paltz, NY

Top 10 Wellness Tips for Healthy Holidays

By Hudson Valley Style Magazine | January 10, 2022

The holidays are here, which means that you’ll have to find time to celebrate with friends and family while also preparing delicious food and decorating your home. It’s no surprise that this time of year can be exhausting, especially if you have young children or work long hours every day. But don’t panic! Here […]

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Farmhouses in the Catskill Mountains and Hudson Valley

Farmhouses in the Catskill Mountains and Hudson Valley

By Hudson Valley Style Magazine | January 9, 2022

Farmhouses in the Catskill Mountains and Hudson Valley – Airbnb/Real Estate Photography by Maxwell Alexander, Alluvion Media Farmhouses in the Catskill Mountains were built to withstand the extreme winter weather and rugged landscape, and are architecturally different from other farmhouses around the country. The majority of farmhouses are either vernacular structures or have been […]

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Reimagining Farmhouse Living in the Hudson Valley with a Modern Luxury Twist – Interview with Liz and Matt Elkin by Dino Alexander – Real Estate and Lifestyle Photography by Maxwell Alexander, Duncan Avenue Studios, New York

Reimagining Farmhouse Living in the Hudson Valley with a Modern Luxury Twist

By Hudson Valley Style Magazine | January 8, 2022

Today I am hanging out with Liz and Matt at their newest and absolutely spectacular farmhouse reno project in New Paltz, NY, right here in the center of Hudson Vally. Reimagining Farmhouse Living in the Hudson Valley with a Modern Luxury Twist – Interview with Liz and Matt Elkin by Dino Alexander – Real […]

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How to Prepare Your Home for Professional Photography – by Maxwell Alexander, MA, BFA, NYS Licensed Real Estate Salesperson, NYS Licensed Real Estate Continuing Education Instructor, Certified Fitness and Bodybuilding Coach

How to Prepare Your Home for Professional Photography

By Hudson Valley Style Magazine | January 7, 2022

One of the best ways to sell your home is through professional photography, but not all houses look their best in pictures. In order to stage your home for professional photography, there are some simple steps you can take to make it seem larger and cozier. How to Prepare Your Home for Professional Real […]

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The best natural skincare products designed and crafted by Vanessa Grissom and Felicia Strong from NessFeli right here in the Hudson Valley, New York – Interview by Dino Alexander – Photography by Maxwell Alexander, Duncan Avenue Studios

NessFeli – The Best Natural Skincare Line created in the Hudson Valley, NY

By Hudson Valley Style Magazine | January 7, 2022

Today my excitement is on the next level because I get to chat with the beautiful Vanessa Grissom and Felicia Strong from NessFeli Natural Skincare, based right here in the Hudson Valley. I am this excited because skincare is such an obsession of mine. Spending money on products does not always guarantee quality so […]

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