Thank you for taking time to view my profile...

As a child growing up in Milwaukee, Wisconsin,(product of Catholic schools) it was obvious that I much preferred looking at pictures than to curling up with a good book....I never could have imagined loving pictures and being "artistic" would ever become such a joyful obsession!

I am fortunate to have a supportive husband that has given me six, (yes, 6) children and has been patient with all my academic and career changes. I had the honor and priviledge to work as an RN with an incredible Hospice crew in Virginia and had the opportunity to teach Art Classes at Kansas State University and The George Washington University in Washington, DC. Our family, (military) has moved many, many times and has gathered friends in all corners of the earth. Unfortunately, as I look back, I didn't have time to take more photos...but have some wonderful memories.

I am truly greatful for all for your comments, awards and favorite markings...They mean a great deal to me and provide motivation and encouragement for this old gal to continue.

EQUIPMENT

I have joined the Canon Family:

Canon EOS 40D

Lenses:

Canon 67mm EFS 17-85 1:4-5.6 IS USM

Canon 52mm Zoom EF 35-80mm 1:4-5.6

Canon 58mm Macro MP-E 65mm 1:2.8

Canon Zoom EF 75-300mm 1:4-5.6 IS

Filters:

Circular polarizers for all the above.

Quantaray 52mm 1+, 2+ and 4+ lenses, (poor man's macro) which I use all the time.

Canon Speedlite 580EX II

Canon Timer Remote Controller TC-80N3

Sony Cybershot H-9 was my intro into digital...Loved it except for evening shots.