Last year I missed the first Arbor Lakes Chalk Fest, so I decided this year I was going no matter what! The forecast wasn’t on my side: Saturday called for a high of 96 with strong winds, and Sunday called for strong thunderstorms – gross either way. Choices, choices……I figured the best bet was Sunday… Read more »
Posts Categorized: Personal
The Age Old Question, Why Did I Become a Photographer?
People often will ask me why I became a photographer. Eight days after my 19th birthday, I became an aunt. I felt this sudden urge to document everything, and I mean everything. I wanted to capture every moment in Colin’s life and preserve it. I invested in a good camera and began my adventure. How… Read more »
A Sunday Drive
Old buildings calling my name….. I walked around and just stared at these tattered, torn, beautiful buildings….. I was in heaven. I wondered what it was like when this farm was up and running…..who ran it, what type of farm it was….My mind was running wild. I… Read more »
Best Photos of 2015
My favorite photos aren’t technique perfect; they may not follow the rule of thirds or have the perfect lighting. However, they do evoke emotion – curiosity, wonder, laughter, love, hope, relief, gratitude, pride, courage, and awe. Find what you love and let it kill you. – Charles Bukowski *All Fine Art Photography is… Read more »
My Little Tree
One of the favorite holiday traditions is decorating my Christmas tree. I love how the lights twinkle and the ornament hang off the branches. I hope everyone has a safe and joyous Christmas!
A Friday Night Game
I have five amazing nephews who I adore. They all have talents and gifts they share with the world. Colin is the oldest and is a freshman in high school. He loves playing basketball and plays it year around. I love walking into a high school gym and finding my perfect spot to capture these… Read more »
Heaven
My two favorite times of the day are sunrise and sunset. I have been known to pull my car over alongside the road just capture a beautiful sunset. I took these photos with my iPad mini on a flight to Milwaukee and then a flight back to Minnesota. When I was a little girl I… Read more »
Jerry’s Apple Farm
I finally made the pilgrimage to Jordan, MN to experience Minnesota’s largest candy store- Jerry’s Apple Farm….Well, they sell candy, apples, apple pie, pumpkins and a ton of other stuff. I do find the name, Jerry’s Apple Farm an interesting choice since it isn’t on a farm. While they do sell apples, they sell about… Read more »