Since New Year's day I've been busy making plans for some major changes to the studio. My artwork and artistic style has changed dramatically over the past few months. Ordinary photography just doesn't cut it for me any more. I feel driven to create lasting treasures that will be cherished and enjoyed forever. I realize that many people will still come looking for the quality photography that has been the mainstay of my business since 1992, and that's fine. But soon I will be redecorating my studio and re-launching my website to reflect my new offerings. If you are interested in being a part of this exciting new endeavor please give me a call. I'll be happy to photograph you and/or your family at no cost. Who knows? You may just end up in one of my new displays!

In With the New

I'm really looking forward to the new year. I've decided to follow my heart and take on some more artistic projects. I'll be painting portraits and doing some extensive enhancements that go well beyond any ordinary portrait to create something very special for my clients. You'll probably see me at some art fairs this summer and I'll have lots of new displays at the studio and around town. I'm in the process of re-doing my web site to feature my new offerings. It should be ready in a week or two.

Out With The Old

Some serious house cleaning is happening at the studio. Old props that I never use, a chair that's in my way, a broken light.....anything with dust on it is fair game. 2011 will be the year that I finally get everything in order. Now if I can just find the vacuum cleaner bags.

The Most Wonderful Time of the Year

Ahh, Christmas. In case you don't already know, the holiday shopping season holds the most anticipation for many retailers. We look forward to many happy customers making purchases that will bring joy to everyone on Christmas morning. I am always delighted to think that my clients care enough to give the gift that only they can give, a personal portrait.
But for retailers and shoppers alike, the holidays bring stress and chaos that makes us wish for life to just return to "normal". So please, stop and take a deep breath, and remember why we celebrate. And remember to savor this time. It will pass and all too soon. And share some photographs, old and new. For this is how we remember our special times.

Life is back to normal

Just when I'd decided to take this blog off my website because I felt that no one read it, I have several people comment that they read about my husband's surgery. So I'll try to post more often and keep this up to date.
Life has pretty much returned to normal. Hubby's doing very well. I'm always amazed at what the human body can endure. Heart surgery is no small thing but recovery has been textbook perfect so far. Thanks to everyone that sent well wishes our way.
On a sad note, we recently lost our family pet. Our cat Lucky was a beloved member of the family and we will miss him always.

Tempting Fate

I should have known that I'd be tempting fate by proclaiming that this would be an awesome year. I haven't posted lately because my hubby had to have open heart surgery. Fortunately, everything went well and he's on the road to recovery. Of course, I dropped everything and temporarily closed the studio while we get through the rough spots. No small feat in the middle of my busy season. I'm looking forward to being back in the studio by the middle of next week and seeing life return to normal.
On an positive note, I've had some time to think creatively and I have some exciting projects in the works. I'll be looking for models so give me a call if you are interested in being a part of something that's a little on the crazy side. Let me know that you've read this blog post when you volunteer to model and I'll give you a free print of whatever I create.

It's the end of the first day of my really awesome year and it was a good day. Photographed another high school senior and did some interesting artwork to one of her images. I'm looking forward to showing her photos to her next week. Also photographed a family at Elm Point this evening. Mom, Dad and three kids. Lots of fun and again, nice images. They are heading home to Texas tomorrow so after the photo session we returned to the studio so they could pick out their favorite images while the kids ate ice cream! I'm thankful that I could show them their portraits so quickly. Yup, a good day.