I'm pleased to announce that my self-portrait, Artio, will be in the upcoming Myths, Legends, and Dreams exhibition at the PhotoPlace Gallery in Middleburg, Vermont. The exhibition will open on March 7, 2018 and run through March 31, 2018. If anyone is in the area, I'd love for you to stop by and check it out!
Vibrations of Nature
I've always felt more connected in nature; connected to my true self, my surroundings, everything living and breathing. My senses are especially heightened, and I am more attuned to what is happening all around me; from the birds singing, the wind rustling through the trees, the crunch of the leaves under the deer hooves, to the distinct, damp smell of fall. There is music to be heard if you just take the time to listen. Every living and breathing thing has a voice in its own unique way, and this is mine.
Fall's Beauty
On an ordinary fall day, I find myself pausing to take in the most mundane of things. Feeling a slight pang of guilt for usually passing this beauty by in the rush of life, I question how I no longer view the world through a child's eyes. In these dried up wildflowers and leaves, I am taught there is beauty in all things regardless of what life stage they are in. This plant life cycles through each season doing exactly what it's supposed to do without distraction.
Everything comes together at the right place and time in life. As fall completes its cycle and transitions into winter, I find myself in a transition of sorts; welcoming the dark cold winter season to deepen my practice of being more connected with my body, mind, and soul. Here, I will deepen my connection to Mother Earth and those I share her with.
All That is She
She does not let anyone tell her who she is. She claimed who she was and is, unapologetically, long ago. She will not be contained. Her strength and spirit cannot be restrained. She knows exactly what makes her come alive, and she does just that. You can try to knock her down, but she will rise up again, and again, and she will be more determined and wiser each time. She is both gentle and fierce, and to know her is to know true love. Our hearts are bound, and our love boundless.
If I Could Tell Her | Self Portraits
Heightened Senses | Self Portraits
Luminous
Lensbaby Composer Pro II with Twist 60 Optic
Wings | Self Portraits
Child's Play
Hollow | Self Portraits
The Entrance to Dreams | Self Portraits
Winter Wonderland | Self Portraits
Fall's Last Breath | Self Portraits
The Last Dance
The Calling | Self Portraits
Portrait of a Wolf
All images taken with Lensbaby Composer Pro II with Sweet 50 optic
Forgotten
See Me | Self Portraits
See Me Part 2 | Self Portraits
Lingering Memories
Rise
Spellbound
Bedtime Story | Self Portrait
Head in the Clouds | Self Portraits
Catching Dreams...