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Today, I just managed to make the deadline to enter 10 of my photos into the National Wildlife Federation Photo Competition. Last year I was fortunate enough to receive an Honorable Mention (which was nothing to sneeze at, considering there are over 50,000 images submitted!). This year’s competition features NWF’s first ever People’s Choice Award… Read More
The Newaygo County Council for the Arts (NCCA) Statewide Photography Exhibition Opens May 6, 2011 - through May 28, 2011 Reception and Award Ceremony Saturday, May 7, 2011 from 10:00 am – noon Judged by Adam DeKraker, the 2011 NCCA Statewide Photography Competition exhibit promises a great selection of photographs ranging from breathtaking landscapes… Read More
Art for God’s Sake is a juried, professional art show that highlights sacred themes. I have three pieces featured in the exhibit – all fine art photography from West Michigan – on gallery-wrapped canvas. The 3-day, multi-faceted exhibition includes an elegant opening-night gala, interactive art demos, and educational opportunities for all! It also showcases the… Read More
After submitting images into the Ludington Area Center for the Arts Photo Competition, the third time must have been the charm. I was pleased to learn on Saturday evening my image Odyssey took Second Place in the Landscape category. The competition is juried annually by the father-and-son professional photography team of Todd & Brad Reed,… Read More
This is a screen capture of my Honorable Mention photo entry (Birds, Professional Division) in the 2010 National Wildlife Federation Photo Contest. My image of a Great Horned Owl peering out from a pine tree is #73 in the slide show of 80 image, and it’s well worth your time seeing the entire group. This… Read More
There probably are more amazing photography opportunities than I can even imagine in Scotland. Today, I entered one of my images into the Macallan Masterclass Competition with the hopes I could win a trip to travel Scotland for 10 days. The competition celebrates the launch of the Albert Watson edition of The Masters of Photography… Read More
It’s a wonderful, nutty, busy, crazy time of year – and I haven’t been posting as often here on the Blog – or even my eNewsletter. However- a couple things you should be aware of for now: 1) ArtPrize: Yes! It’s ArtPrize time in Grand Rapids again! September 22 – October 10, 2010 at Immanuel… Read More
Rockford Michigan ArtCapsule A Social Art Event to Celebrate the City of Rockford’s 75th Anniversary Presented by the Rockford Area Arts Commission in conjunction with the Rockford 75th Anniversary Weekend Celebration. Concept: On Saturday, August 14th, the general public is invited to vote on their favorite pieces and prizes will be awarded in the following… Read More
Logging onto my computer this evening, I was pleasantly surprised to learn an image I entered in the Absolute Michigan Michigan Business Photo Contest won first place! The image was captured at the only remaining Dog-n-Suds Restaurant in Montague, Michigan. This was very exciting news – I’ll receive some great prizes such as a sponsorship… Read More
The “Pure Michigan – Spring” book represents four months of some of the most challenging photo sessions I’ve ever encountered. It’s wonderful to have my work featured alongside that of other top photographers. To represent Michigan in this beautiful publication is a great honor. And yes, I’ll admit it… doing so as the only female… Read More
