Rainy Friday with my iPhone

I love my iPhone - as an artist, a business owner and a traveler, it's the perfect accessory and I don't know what I did without it.  With that said, the whole Instagram generation of photographers kind of cracks me up. "Here's a cup of coffee.  It's cooler than yours because I cropped it to [...]

[26] Image of the Week

"Katie in the Clouds" When I think of adventure, I think of Katie.  Together we have summited mountains, trekked to wonders of the world, spoken in airport code, recovered lost luggage, deduced Holmes, smuggled apples and translated bus schedules.  When in South America we spoke in tandem Spanish - I am better at understanding and [...]

Taking Better Travel Photos

I've admired Jim Richardson's images for many years and even had the opportunity to hear him speak a few years ago as part of the National Geographic Live series in Chicago.  Sometimes the difference between a good photo and an amazing photo is perspective.  Shooting only from eye level won't yield the same shot taken [...]

[21] Image of the Week

"Morning Snooze" Essie is the perfect dog for me, for many reasons.  She loves to partake in my little adventures, she is always up for a hike and, notably, she is NOT a morning dog.

Introducing Dev

I got to know Jen and Jeff when I photographed their wedding celebration in 2010 and I could tell right away what a special couple they are.  I was so excited to hear about Dev, the newest addition to their family and thrilled to take some pre-Christmas photos with family in town.  Dev is one [...]

Frankie and Bennett

Frankie's a big sister!  Her little brother, Bennett, was the perfect Christmas gift!