I am a middle-aged woman (my kids tell me I have come up one side of the hill and for this year am perched on the top...next year I'll be heading over the hill) embarking on a career change into photography. With children grown and married, and grandchildren growing up, I rediscovered my interest in photography.
My images have been used in many places - over the internet, and published in magazines; used as the basis for artists paintings and in government publications, in stock photography and portfolios, greeting cards and posters, as well as for fine art prints.
My inspiration comes mostly from the world around me. God created so many beautiful things, how could you help but produce a beautiful picture? From His hands comes the glorious sunset or the soaring eagle, from His breath comes the spirit of joy in a child's face. I just push the button.
The photographer's I admire - Freeman Patterson, Eugene Smith, Margaret Bourke-White, and of course Ansel Adams. Why? For the determination to succeed. Their work and lives have taught me that if I want to, I can succeed too. Maybe I won't ever have famous images, or be famous myself, but success isn't limited to fame. If I can coax the images out of the camera as my eye and mind see them, then I have fulfilled my vision. That is success.
Photography of Grace, the artistry of life
Featured Images
Naked Genius
Print Gallery
Born and raised in Toronto, the artist has called Orillia home for over 30 years. With her husband Ron, two beautiful daughters and four perfect grandchildren, she lives a life of quiet reflection.
For her, success is in the joy of creating. |