Journalism
Articles, photos and video by Nicole Jacques.
Making Marine Expertise Accessible
Nicole Jacques is a marine journalist who specializes in bridging the communication gap between the technical professionals who build, repair, and service boats and the owners and operators who depend on their expertise. Drawing on a deep familiarity with boatyards and the marine industry, she translates complex technical subjects into clear, engaging stories that help boaters better understand their vessels while giving builders, technicians, and craftspeople a stronger voice with their customers.
Shooting True Colors: Navigating Shifts in Paint Chemistry
Marine paint applicators increasingly find that products they once trusted can feel like high-stakes experiments on very expensive boats. How can professionals reduce the guesswork and achieve more consistent, predictable hull finishes? Published in Professional BoatBuilder.
What Boat Owners Get Wrong About Paint
Repainting is not always a simple procedure. Boat owners need to be decisive to get the best finish. Published in Soundings magazine.
Review: Bioaqualife Biodegradable Shrinkwrap
After decades of sending mountains of plastic shrinkwrap to landfills, the marine industry is looking for a better way. Could a new approach finally help solve boating’s shrinkwrap problem? Published in WoodenBoat.
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