It was a perfect summer evening at Holland State Park last night. After enjoying some ice cream (free ice cream- I might add! Coldstone Creamery gives you a coupon for a free one on your birthday!), Lucas and I headed out to stroll around and play for a bit. The yellow flag was out –… Read More
Just Say NO!
After looking through many requests posted online for businesses looking for graphic design work – FOR FREE – something occurred to me. Designers, no matter what level in their career, deserve to be paid for their services, their abilities and their expertise! Other professions get paid for their time and services. Why shouldn’t we? And… Read More
Late October Gallery Event
I was just asked to hang a show in late October 2007 at the First United Methodist Church in Grand Rapids. The Church considers art a form of praise and worship, and they rotate the art exhibit in order to highlight different artists and artist organizations in western Michigan. You can view the schedule of… Read More
I've Got an Idea!
And the week leading up to my birthday continued to be fun. For example – I opened up my mailbox Friday to discover the rubber duck I purchased at the Lowell Riverwalk had crossed the finish line – and I won $100! However, that money went directly to the Secretary of State to pay for… Read More
The Big 4-0
Yup, today I hit the proverbial “spot on the hill” where it’s supposed to be downhill the rest of the way. Heck, no! I’m just getting started! Russ and I celebrated the “milestone” with a trip to the Palace of Auburn Hills last week to see The Police in concert. It was a GREAT show,… Read More
A Real Honor!
Whisper in the Woods Nature Journal has been honored by Governor Granholm of Michigan! A special edition of Whisper in the Woods has been published celebrating the natural beauty of Pure Michigan. It comprises beautiful images from the past five years. The subscriber version, Autumn issue, celebrating five years of Whisper in the Woods, will… Read More
You Really Need to See This…
I feel like everyone should have a chance to view this video and know more about the Project Compassion project. A friend of mine initially e-mailed it to me, and now I’m posting it here in the hopes my friends will see it too. What an amazing artist Kaziah is – but even MORE amazing… Read More
Upcoming Shows – Mark Your Calendars!
Stop by my booth and say hello! Mention you saw this blog, and you’ll be in a special drawing for one free 8×10 matted print of your choice! Friday, July 13 & Saturday, July 14, 2007 Lowell Riverwalk Festival Friday: 6 – 9 pm | Saturday: 9 am – 10 pm This two-day event includes… Read More
A Very Valid Point…
I found the following quote from Art Wolfe very interesting… BetterPhoto.com’s Jim Miotke had a fascinating discussion with the world-renowned photographer and host of the TV series Travels to the Edge with Art Wolfe. Art Wolfe is known for combining journalistic and artistic styles into an eye-catching style, and for his passionate wildlife advocacy. “His… Read More
