The Voyeur and the Muse

Give Life to a Still Life

Monhegan Island

July, 2017

enjoy,

k

A Great Team

I've had the pleasure of working with Sherri Collis

on several occasions over the past few years.  We

always manage to have great conversations as well

as a few laughs in the mix during our gatherings.

When Sherri contacted me to photograph her team at Creations by Collis I was more than happy to oblige.      Sherri's effervescent personality shines through in every aspect of her business and personal life.  Her "crew" of ladies possess that same sparkle.  It was a pleasure to meet  each of them and spend an evening together.  I actually think they enjoyed the experience as much as I did!  

I'm getting used to the fact that very few folks actually "like" having their photographs taken.  I'm starting to see it not as "taking something from them..." but rather "giving them..." a glimpse of how other people see them.  

Strong, beautiful women .                               

Yes, most definitely they make a great team!

enjoy,

k

Pro Wrestling ~ With Heart

Folks packed the Whiskey Barrel in downtown Laconia on Saturday night for a Pro Wrestling event to benefit PJ Kearney.  PJ is battling a rare form of cancer and has the support of his community as well as his wrestling family.

As the crowd filled the seats they brought enthusiasm towards the center ring.  It was an energy packed two hour event that brought folks to their feet and wrestlers to the mat!

Well done!

enjoy,

k

Michael Vincent Band ~ Living Room

I love collaborating with other artists who aim to bring their own ideas to light.  I've had the pleasure of working with the Michael Vincent Band on several occasions.  It's that time again where they want to showcase their talent and new work.

Each occasion we've worked together you can feel the urge to create something original and different -
showcasing their unique style   ....and owning it!

The setting was made into a 1970's living room

with props and models that fit to a "T"

 Played a little music.... played a game of solitaire....

 puffed on a nice cigar....

 "Mama's Rockin'...."

If you get the chance to go see these young men on stage - do it.  Check them out at www.michaelvincentband.com

enjoy,

k

Celebrating with Humor

The making of a "Funny Bone" cake

 with humor thrown in!

Celebrations that bring a smile...


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k

History Lessons Bored Through the Mountain

The entrance to the Peruvian Tunnel at Snowbird is a 600' tunnel that provides access from the Peruvian Lift to Mineral Basin.  But as we learned through our visit it provides so much more....

Skiers enter the tunnel after unloading from the Peruvian Lift.  A conveyor belt takes them through in quick fashion over to Mineral Basin to enjoy skiing within the large bowl.  Artifacts from Utah's past mining history line the tunnel as well as photographs depicting life back in the late 1800's through to present day skiing.

On our visit we were to meet our friends Chip and Maggie as well as Dick.  Chip met Dick by chance while hiking through the mountains around Alta and Snowbird.  Dick starting working in the mines when he was a young lad the age of 15.  His recollection of his time working in the mines was sharp.  We heard telling stories that accompany the artifacts and photographs bringing them to life.

 Chip hikes around the mountains searching for "rust" as he calls it.  His excitement for this project is infectious and drew us all in.

 To hear Chip and Dick recollect times on these mountains was a treat.  We knew of the mining throughout this region on our first visit to Utah back in the early 80's.  But this was extra special and in depth bringing an awareness to the rich history within these mountains.

 Each item we passed Chip would offer a story of how, where and when he found it, as well as how many "guys" he had to muster to get each piece off the mountain!

Generations of miners' history will be brought to life for skiers and hikers as they make their way through the tunnel bringing awareness of the life these mountains hold.  

It was a delight to be able to tour through with Dick along with Maggie and Chip....

a special day indeed.

enjoy,

k

One Powerful Day

Touched down in Newark
leaving us without a means
of transportation home.

After a good nights sleep off we
ventured to the Newark Transit
System to navigate our way to
lower Manhattan.

Our day would be visiting the
September 11th Memorial Museum.

This museum is a special place.
So many people lost their lives on
that day in 2001 with loved ones left behind  ...forever changed.

The exhibits throughout the
"footprint" of the North and South
Towers told of the strength of those
two buildings.

As we walked

through each area

there was a 

calm and respectful atmosphere among the visitors.  A quiet settling in.

 

We found it took some time to fathom the collapse of these pieces of steel and metal.  

An exhibit from a foreign photographer who heard and witnessed the event as it was happening, jumping in to help and document the strength and determination of all those who immediately came to offer assistance.

No photos were allowed in the rooms contained within the North and South Tower foundations.
It was a place to feel.  The quiet was powerful.  Tears.

Jim and I got separated through those inner rooms.  Each of us reading, experiencing, feeling our way on our own.  As I was getting closer to the end I found myself looking for him not sure if he was ahead or behind me.  As I exited Jim was sitting waiting for me - not long - we were minutes apart from each other.  As we walked out of the museum we shared our thoughts and walked around the memorial pools outdoors.

Powerful day.

enjoy,

k

Be Open

The first day of March.  A month where we start to think about spring.  Today you could hardly not think about it.  The temperatures soared into the 60's with bright blue sky and the sun shining down on us.  Got a call to take an assignment up at Gunstock.  These warm temps won't do much for keeping the season going through the month.  But who can complain when your work day takes you to the slopes for a few runs!

 The lift ride up gave us a chance to close our eyes and just feel....

 This scene reminded me of a quote from photographer Jay Maisel "go out open...."
and it also made me chuckle.  Because I can also hear him saying "don't put words into your photograph unless you want people to read them".

 I ran into more friends today than I had most of the season.  There weren't a lot of us up on the mountain today and you could feel the end of the season is near.  Certainly didn't deter any of us from the task at hand which was ....to seize the day!

Found this crew over at the tubing hill and they were doing just that.  Taking advantage of this perfect 10 day and spending it together.

enjoy,

k