wintereverafter walk

Sometimes it's nice to just take a little break. A little walk. And look around.

It was a quiet Sunday and I took a break outside to just walk around and shoot for myself. It was a nice treat. I've been working on lots of the administrative (sometimes boring) side of photo stuff so it was nice to be outside. My brain needed a little break from bookkeeping, mailings, and filing receipts.

Now back to work.

Female Mushers at Flathead Sled Dog Days

Lido and I spent some time recently at the Flathead Sled Dog Days in Olney, Montana. Everyone was very nice and and I was struck by how many female participants there were. One of them is even going on to a race in Alaska later this year. The whole experience was really fun but REALLY cold. That being said I'm very happy to be in my warm little house now as I write this.

Flyfishing Women

It's a balmy 30 degrees here and so I'm thinking back to warmer times. Times when I actually would want to get in the water. This shoot of Hilary and her sister fly fishing in the Flathead River was such fun. These two really love the outdoors and were great to let me tag along. I'm going to think about these pics when I really can't take winter anymore.

good morning montana

After quite a crazy night last night, this is what Montana gave me this morning. Love it.

well hey there 2010

I've seen so many articles and editorials out there about how the last decade was really a big waste. Just lots of people dying, multiple wars, and everyone generally losing lots of money. I get that. I really do. But for me it was a time where I met some of my very best friends, spent time doing work I love, and really enjoyed my life. So I hope there is more of that plus some in the next decade. So here's to 2010. Bring it.

blur of joy

Today is the first day I've had more than a little time to myself to do whatever I want. No deadlines. No rushing around. Just some quiet time with fresh, Montana snow falling out my window. After dozens of airports, hours of travel, and just generally working my tail off...this is an uber-treat. I'm planning on taking some time to focus goals for 2010 and organize some myself from this past year. But today, I'm so grateful to just have a little downtime.

This has been a year of tying up loose ends. I made some scary changes that are really paying off. I've started doing more work I actually love and less work I can't stand. I got engaged. My grandmother passed away. Friends/soon to be family welcomed a new baby to the world. I was able to spend lots of time with close friends and family that I often never see. I traveled more than I have since I left Chattanooga (Atlanta, New York, Jekyll Island, Arizona, Salt Lake City, Vancouver, Seattle). I'm even embracing Montana winter. So the following photos are the last breath of wrap up before the new year. 2009 seems like a bit of a blur right now but a warm, happy, laughing blur.









That's a good blur in my opinion. Happy end of 2009 ya'll.

foys to blacktail trails

I have been on the move over the last couple months. And one thing that travel hasn't left much time for is blogging. So for those of you out there that do follow my blog (Hi Mom!) I'm going to be updating more now that I'm back in Montana for a bit.

In October I had the pleasure of creating some new imagery for the folks at Foys to Blacktail Trails in Kalispell. This non-profit is working hard to secure public access to the trails above Herron Park and provide long-term maintenance of the trails. Everyone there was such a pleasure to work with and I am happy to support this organization in their efforts to create more public spaces for people to enjoy Montana.

You can learn more about Foys to Blacktail Trails here. There are numerous way to volunteer, give back, or make a donation on the site so take a minute to check it out.