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The One Word Project.

I have been a proud member of the Shutter Sisters Group for some time now ... and have recently joined their "One Word" Project ... a project where each photographer submits a photograph a day to the Shutter Sisters Flickr Group that they feel best relates to the word of the month. For February, words were chosen by the photographers themselves. I chose "Appreciation" ... and it has been so much fun capturing pics of things/people/places that I appreicate.

But what has been most wonderful about this project for me is that Shutter Sisters chose one of my pics to display in their daily "One Word Project" photo blog. What an honor!


I have come to be absolutely amazed by all the wonderful photography displayed by my fellow Shutter Sisters ... and feel incredibly humbled by their work. So, to be featured ... even for a brief moment in time ... just tickles me.

Soon, I will offer this print in my shop as a 5x7" ... in case any one wants a copy of their own :)

Thank you for sharing this joy with me.

Love,
JLR

The Beginning ...

All blogs need a beginning ... a first post ... an entry that gives some indication as to what the future content of the blog may contain.

Here is my humble intro:

I love photography. I always have. It feeds my soul. I am a semi-skilled amateur photographer (if I must create a title). I am passionate about learning new skills ... about trying new methods ... about acquiring both new and vintage equipment ... and about sharing tips/encouragements/methods with others who share the same passion. Thus, this blog.

I am also venturing into the world of selling my work ... something that scares me a bit. As just about any artist will tell you, it is hard to put a monetary value on your artistic passion. My goal is to start small .... selling pieces on Etsy ... and then eventually venture into studio work ... photographing families and momentous occasions.

This blog will partially serve to chronicle my work ... but more than that ... I hope it will serve as a help to others with the same passion. I will post quality tips, links, giveaways, challenges, product reviews, creative methods, etc. that have to do with photography ... as well as posting some of my latest work.

Your input is always most welcome.

Thank you for joining me.

~ JLR