Reflections
As a long time fan of Photorealism (thanks again to my college art professors) it was thrilling to go to the Museum of Arts and Design and catch the current exhibit Richard Estes: Painting New York. Photorealism is a genre…
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Perhaps You’d Like to Buy a Flower
The Roman poet, Horace, once said, “A picture is a poem without words.” As a photographer I love that concept! Images can speak to us in unexpected ways, and when revisited they may give us new thoughts or feelings. Lately…
Pine Tree Book Logs Best of Show
Being on a winning team is a great feeling and I am lucky enough to have been on such a team. One of our players is a talented writer, so rather than my telling you this story, I am sharing…
Stories to Tell
It feels as if 2015 has just begun, yet January is at its close. Hopefully, you have embraced the year and your New Year’s resolutions are still intact. My camera and I have been out and about creating images and…
Happiness in 2015
There is something special about a new year that is exciting. We feel a fresh start and aim to make the new year better than the last. As I look at 2015 for myself and for you I wish for…
Pause
To feel the warmth of the sun To appreciate the blue in the sky To marvel at the majesty of trees To see the beauty in the everyday To celebrate the moment This tree is a favorite of mine and…
Connect the Dots
What could John Singleton Copley, Dale Kennington, Joe McNally and Steve Jobs possibly have in common?! In his commencement address at Stanford in 2005, Steve Jobs talked about connecting the dots when he said “… you can’t connect the dots…
On Camera
As one who loves lurking about with a camera to capture unguarded moments, I find that I can also be adept at dodging cameras. Agreeing to be photographed and to speak while the video is rolling is something I rarely do. There are, however, times when I dare to step out and I now present you with evidence of my doing exactly that.
The Forest for the Trees
As Smokey the Bear can attest, it only takes a spark to start a fire. It was my husband’s invitation to watch a fire that lit my interest in creating a series of photographs to foster an appreciation for the…
The Sky is the Limit
How often do you pause to marvel at the sky? A bright sunrise or glowing sunset frequently catches one’s attention; however, I’m most captivated by clouds. They never repeat themselves and always seem to have new gifts in store. I…
Going to the Chapel
Did reading the title get that “Going to the Chapel” song playing in your head?! It’s definitely in mine. Wedding season is underway with wonderful events in store and plans for many couples to step inside churches for ceremonies joining them together in holy…
Flowers for You
I wanted to send you flowers! After a long, cold, wet winter what a delight it is to savor the gorgeous blooms of this new season. Flowers are flourishing this spring at Jasmine Hill Gardens and Outdoor Museum, a place…