What I’ve Learned from a Lifestyle Entrepreneur
I'd received some very positive feedback about my words in the previous post-a reader shared: "You do such a great job sharing your thoughts and experiences. I feel like you…
The Encouragement of Others Keeps Us Going
The greatest advantage of photography: it teaches us how to see.Traveling to art festivals & shows across South Dakota and some outside its borders allow me the opportunity to meet…
Dream of Snow
I sit at my desk, the gentle summer breeze coming through the windows and the sounds of crickets sharing their night song. Winter seems but a dream away. Winter Storm…
Fresh Update to Small Gift Shop
The Small Gift Shop has been given a fresh new look with an updated flat lay and lots of new photographs for sale! Firm Foundation All photographs are currently in…
Photo Tip: #4 – White Balance
Do the photos you take in your house often show a yellow tint, or outside they tend to look too blue? If your camera is set to Auto, it's trying…
Photo Tip #3 – ISO
This month I am focusing on question 2) How do I take this photograph? After you've determined what you want to photograph, you then move towards the technical side where…
Photo Tips: #2 – Why? No. 2
In Tip #1, we touched on two key elements to consider when approaching photography:1. Why am I taking this photograph?2. How do I take this photograph in a way that…
South Dakota Governor’s 8th Biennial Art Exhibition {Dahl Reception}
Several years ago, I discovered the South Dakota Governor's Biennial Art Exhibition, which features art work from artists across the state. A Google search revealed an online catalog several years…
Surprise on Bad River
Two days ago it was in the 60's, sunny and looked very much like spring. Today, we're experiencing yet another blizzard. While my husband is outside checking cows (we just…
Photo Tips: #1 – Why? No. 1
I attend 8-9 art shows and festivals over the course of 12 months, I often hear comments from those who come through my booth how they wish they knew more…