Away to See: Martha's Vineyard

by Liz Norwood (Other), Paul Norwood (Artist)

A poetic and painterly tribute to Martha’s Vineyard, Away to See captures the beauty, stillness, and spirit of this iconic coastal destination through lyrical prose and vibrant, full-color paintings. With 46 original works by Paul Norwood and reflective vignettes by Liz Norwood, this contemplative gift book invites readers to pause, reflect, and truly see. It’s the first in a series that lives at the intersection of art, travel, and mindfulness—offering sensory journeys through beloved places around the world. Longtime summer residents Paul and Liz share their favorite island experiences and illuminate its slower, quieter the astonishing seascapes, the spirit of community, and the joy found in everyday details. Why Readers Treasure This • Sensory Travel Evokes the rhythm and essence of island life through expressive artwork and poetic language. • Local Insight, Universal Created by longtime residents with an intimate understanding of Martha’s Vineyard’s landscapes and culture. • A Fresh Take on Travel Blends fine art, reflection, and narrative—offering more than a typical guidebook or photo collection. • Display-Worthy Small, elegant casebound hardcover—perfect for coffee tables, gift shops, or coastal home libraries. Whether you’re an armchair traveler, art lover, or island local, Away to Martha’s Vineyard is a meditative escape that celebrates slowing down, looking closer, and savoring the world around you.

Kindle Edition

Expected publication March 31, 2026

About the author

Liz Norwood is a writer and editor whose work explores the connections between creativity, place, and perception. A Bay Area native and longtime summer resident of Martha’s Vineyard, she helps nonprofits, small businesses, artists, and authors tell their stories and share their big ideas.

Together with her husband, painter Paul Norwood, Liz co-created Away to See: Martha’s Vineyard, the first in the Away to See series of art-and-travel books.

Blending Paul’s loose, gestural paintings with Liz’s lyrical vignettes, the Away to See series celebrates the ritual of artfully observing and recording the everyday through paint and pen, and invites readers to slow down, look closely, and rediscover the wonder in new and familiar places.

More books in the series, such as Away to See: California Coast, Away to See: Côte d’Azur, and Away to See: Islands of Italy, are in the works.

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Reviews

[Stefy B. · Rating 3 out of 5]

This was an interesting read. It gives an adventurous look on Martha’s Vineyard more than the exclusive place I’ve heard about. Granted I didn’t know much to begin with, but it certainly was not what I was expecting, and that was a pleasant surprise.
The pictures were beautiful and I liked the main color palette. The combination of the complementary colors (orange and blue) gives a peaceful yet intense feeling of awe..
Sadly, I wasn’t keen on the poetry side. Maybe it’s just personal taste. I tend to enjoy rhyme in stanzas and that was missing. I just couldn’t connect well with it.
To sum up I enjoyed the visual side of the book more than the poetry but I still think the book is a satisfying experience.