After many years of just taking photos, something fun turned into a passion for me.  I began using a camera at age 10, and I have been documenting life ever since.  Even something as simple as a leaf can become a work of art.  Not only do I have life experiences with the camera, but I returned to school and received a degree in photography.  I believe the two aspects, experience and education, compliment each other and have made me a better photographer and person.

I have had the pleasure of having my photos displayed at several galleries and in August, 2006, two of my photographs were chosen in a Juried Exhibition sponsored by Best of Missouri Hands, and both were on display at William Woods University.  I am a member of BOMH and also HBWE (Home-Based Women Entrepreneurs).

I love when I am able to take my passion for photography and turn it into something unique and special.  There is so much beauty in the world, and it can be found in something as simple as a tiny flower or in the pensive look in a person's eyes.  Children especially are able to express true innocence and honesty and to capture that never-to-be-repeated moment in a photograph is truly a thrill.

I hope my photos are never viewed as just a face, a flower or a mountain top.  I want to be able to capture the beautiful gaze of a child, a sun-kissed mountain top covered with snow or a brilliant sun setting in the Western horizon and let you experience the emotions I see and feel.

A great photo tells a story and I hope mine speak to you.  For me, happiness is to document a special moment in your life, add a dash of thought and a pinch of heart, and be able to present this to you as a lasting image to treasure forever.  Then my passion can become your joy!

Here's to life and what it holds for us all.

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