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Ice, Ice Baby!

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What could be more fun than learning one’s image was selected as the winning Ice Festival photo in my hometown of Rockford, Michigan? My photo of the ice Phoenix bird at night (carved right on the Reds on the River deck by the Ice Gurus during the festival) will be featured on a new Rogue… Read More

04/13/12 – Grand Rapids YMCA Service Club Presentation – David D. Hunting YMCA

Event Grand Rapids YMCA Service Club Presentation When Friday, April 13, 2012 TBD – All Ages Where David D. Hunting YMCA (map) 475 Lake Michigan Dr NW Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States 49504 Other InfoA photo presentation by Stacy Niedzwiecki highlighting her travels on the Great Lakes during the 2010 Tall Ships Race Series. «… Read More

“White” Friday

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Last week I had the most fortunate experience of seeing one of the most impressive birds on the planet (in my humble opinion!).  Through a tip from a fellow photographer (Joel DeYoung) and via notes from the Muskegon County Nature Club, I learned there have been sightings of snowy owls in the area. The day… Read More

Help Send Stacy to the Rainforest!

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Today, I learned my photo (of which you see posted here) has been chosen as a finalist in the Forests category of the 2011 Rainforest Alliance Photo Contest. There are 25 finalist in five categories. One person in each category will win a Fuji camera package. However, the GRAND PRIZE winner will receive a six-day,… Read More

Landscape Critique with Sigma Pro David FitzSimmons

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A couple of weeks ago, I had the special opportunity of having a portfolio of my landscape images selected for a review by Sigma Photo – a manufacturer of a full line of lenses, camera bodies, flashes and accessories. In celebration of their 50th anniversary, Sigma has been giving away prizes and other items (such… Read More

11/28/11 – Holiday Shopping Event – Spectrum Butterworth Hospital

On Monday, November 28 – I will be participating in a mid-morning/lunch hour holiday sales event, at Spectrum Health – Butterworth Hospital in downtown Grand Rapids, Michigan. Just look for the conference room directly across from the main Gift Shop on the first floor – I’ll be there with a full selection of cards, matted… Read More

11/19/11 – OLC 37th Annual Arts & Crafts Show

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Come celebrate a 36+ year shopping tradition! Premier local artists, unique handcrafted gifts and home decor, cookie booth, fresh poinsettias, wreaths, holiday decorations, homemade refreshments, baked goods, silent auction, and raffle. Call 616-866-2427. Event 37th Annual Arts & Crafts Show When Saturday, November 19, 2011 8:00am – All Ages Where Our Lady of Consolation Church… Read More

What a Night!

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Last night was one of those magical evenings when the air was crisp and cold – and the stars shone brightly in the moonless sky. While spending some time on Facebook, I saw a post from our local weather guru – WOOD-TV8 Chief Meteorologist Bill Steffen – reporting  Northern Light activity had been spotted throughout… Read More

11/05/11 – A Bazaar for All Seasons – Bostwick Lake Congregational Church

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Handwoven scarves, silk floral arrangements, herbal blends, baked goods, stained glass, purses, photography and much more! Event A Bazaar for All Seasons When Saturday, November 5, 2011 10:00am – All Ages Where Bostwick Lake Congregational Church (map) 7979 Belding Road Rockford, Michigan, United States 49341 Other InfoA family oriented event for shoppers and visitors of… Read More

10/26/11 – Photo Presentation – Parkside Elementary School

A private event for Mrs. Gregory’s first grade class at Parkside Elementary school. Stacy will be presenting a slideshow on Birds of West Michigan and Great Lakes, Tall Ships. Interested in hosting a presentation? Learn more! Event Photo Presentation When Wednesday, October 26, 2011 1:00pm – All Ages Where Parkside Elementary School (map) Rockford, Michigan,… Read More

West MI Healing Field 9-11 Memorial

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I had the privilege of photographing the opening day ceremonies of the West Michigan Healing Field on Friday, September 9th in Cannonsburg, Michigan. Since I took well over 300 images, here is a link to the photo album on Flickr. Should you have any questions about an image, please use the IMG # on the… Read More