Kentucky Derby At Churchill Downs

By laura / May 6, 2022 / Comments Off on Kentucky Derby At Churchill Downs

There’s no better place to people watch than the infield at the Kentucky Derby. One reason I create the work I do is because I want to show you a different side.  I see things differently and I’m here to not only show you what it looks like to be at the Kentucky Derby, but…

Read More

Fine Art Photography Degree Is Not A Waste

By laura / December 15, 2021 /

Negative comments about my useless fine art photography degree are nonstop. “Why would you be interested in learning about film photography when it’s on the brink of extinction?” they ask.  This is a question I hear and contemplate nearly every day. Twenty years later, I’m still photographing film. I love it as much as I…

Read More

Artist Residency At Trout Museum of Art

By laura / April 21, 2021 / Comments Off on Artist Residency At Trout Museum of Art

The artist residency at the Trout Museum of Art is forcing me into action. Now that I’m halfway through the artist residency, I can see how far I’ve come.  Not only in the last six weeks, but in the last two decades of life as an artist. TMA’s artist residency is forcing me out of…

Read More

Film Photography Reignites Passion

By laura / April 7, 2021 / Comments Off on Film Photography Reignites Passion

My passion lies in the art of film photography. Getting back to the basics of photography keeps me in the industry.  I’m currently removed from portrait and wedding photography, but remain involved in the medium of fine art film photography. After more than a decade in business, it’s time to focus on the area of…

Read More

Emerging Artist At August Haven

By laura / July 22, 2020 / Comments Off on Emerging Artist At August Haven

Emerging Artist Exhibits at August Haven As an emerging artist,  I seek opportunities that create a win-win for interior designers and galleries.  Just a few weeks ago, I reached out to August Haven because I knew they’d be the perfect fit for my creative vision.  I’m excited to announce that I’ll have artwork on exhibit…

Read More

Sister Stephen Of Cristo Rey Ranch

By laura / June 25, 2020 / Comments Off on Sister Stephen Of Cristo Rey Ranch

Sister Stephen Bloesl of Cristo Rey Ranch is compassionate and kind. Sister Stephen and I have had several conversations about following your calling.  In addition to motivating me, she boosted my self-confidence.  As a result, I continue moving forward on my journey of discovering my life’s mission.  From the bottom of my heart, thank you!…

Read More

Kiekhaefer Park Needs Volunteers

By laura / December 3, 2019 / Comments Off on Kiekhaefer Park Needs Volunteers

Kiekhaefer Park is a breathe of fresh air. After a morning of working hard on our upcoming exhibition, Illuminating Women, I decided to take a hike at Kiekhaefer Park.  This is where I met John Abler, the Taycheedah Town Supervisor and member of the Park & Recreation Committee. John mentioned Kiekhaefer Park is in need…

Read More

Lumineers Concert At Pabst Theater

By laura / June 19, 2019 / Comments Off on Lumineers Concert At Pabst Theater

The Lumineers kick off their world tour at The Pabst Theater. After picking up our will-call tickets, we enter the historic theater.  Phones must be locked in the provided cases, ALL recording devices are prohibited.  We head for the bar and I order the biggest can of White Claw I’ve ever seen.  After mingling in…

Read More

New York Street Photography Project

By laura / April 29, 2019 /

This New York street photography project was started in 2001. Thinking it was complete for ALL these years, finally I realize it’s ongoing.  The project isn’t complete, it may never be.  But this is what I have SO far.  Through the streets of New York, I capture life as I see it through my lens.…

Read More

Amsterdam Bicycles Photography Project

By laura / September 23, 2018 / Comments Off on Amsterdam Bicycles Photography Project

Good luck taking photographs in Amsterdam without capturing at least one bicycle. It’s difficult, they are EVERYWHERE.  I embraced it and created the project,  Amsterdam Bicycles.  More of this story to come soon…   I invite you along on this journey of 100 Blog Posts in 100 Days There will be times of triumph and times…

Read More