My Journey Begins

I have always explored the world around me with the help of a viewfinder and a lens. From my first teal 110 film camera through my digital SLR, my passion has been capturing memories, people I love, nature and experience. Tired of not always being able to do in camera what I could visualize in my mind, the decision was made that I would take some classes. Now, almost a year later, I am a full time student in Boston at the New England School of Photography, finishing my last term of the school year.

I’ve had the wonderful privilege of being instructed by some of Boston’s most talented artists and photographers. The following are just a few highlights of this past year: shooting large format for the first time, learning the zone system developed by Ansel Adams, color correcting, studio lighting, finally figuring out what that grey card is all about and how to successfully use it, and the never ending possibilities of photoshop.

“I felt pretty cool with my first camera. Mine was in teal and I was wicked jealous of my sister’s pink one! My dad wasn’t too happy about how much film I used.”

I suppose I shouldn’t say my journey begins, but that it continues full steam ahead. I am blessed to have married not only my best friend, but also someone who shares my love for photography. With Ben and our spaniel Bo, you can find me exploring as much as possible in New England, taking in every moment of a life very different from the small midwest town we came from. “There are no new things to photograph, just new ways to photograph them.” This is a challenge I embrace. Thanks so much for viewing my work, I hope you enjoy the way I see the world.