that's gets me jazzed. I'm sitting at my desk, waiting for disks to burn and an hour to pass before my next appointment. No, that's not the exciting part- it's everything that's going on around me that I'm over elated about. My better half just left with the moving truck and all the things I've been collecting for the additional space at The Loft  are on their way! It's official- our Loft space has more than doubled :) I'm so excited about this on so many levels. It's finally a space that I think can handle all that I need. That's saying a lot. Secondly, it's like finding a home you know you're destined to live in-  a space that just says "you". I'm surrounded by an amazing community and one that I'm proud to be a part of.

 I also have to admit, I've always been spoiled when it's come to studio space. My first real studio was in undergraduate at Tyler,. My second was in Rome overlooking the Tiber river. Third came my space at The Art Institute, on Michigan Ave., overlooking the lake. While these were all amazing spaces, they were still mine as a student.

As an artist, I've always wondered what kind of space I'd finally end up in. What would it look like? Where would it be. I've had visions of it-  just didn't know where it was. Over the past ten years, I've worked in some additionally wonderful spaces, yet finally I feel like I've found my artistic home where I can play- have fun- and welcome anyone that wants to have fun too.

So, dear readers, cheers to today and cheers to all good things to come-

Ann

A friend called me this morning and gave me the riot act for not posting on the blog more often. I like posting, and always have the best intentions, but there never seems to be enough time! Life is moving at warp speed and I'm a happy passenger trying to move along with it!

It's been an amazing summer. We spent a few weeks away- time traveling between Chicago and the Smoky Mountains. I spent some time creating images of my own- random things that caught my eye while away and as always photographed my own children more than they might prefer.  I can honestly say it was the greatest vacation I've ever taken. Who knew that all it would take was a cabin in the woods to make me so happy? Don't get me wrong, I don't do bugs or "roughing it" well, and we had none of either, it was just SO Quiet. Even with three boys, it was a real vacation.

I returned feeling so renewed and ready to hit busy season which started this week. We're also expanding our Loft space to double it's size and I'm OVER THE MOON excited about it! I think this move will require many hours spent at the Mart shopping for the perfect finds. Yes, lots of shopping will be required :)

We're currently booking into late September (with exception to Newborns).  Thinking about those Holiday Cards? Don't wait, call us and book your session. I'm delighted to be able to photograph so many wonderful and amazing families. I count my blessings daily.

I wanted to post the images above for S... you know that was a blast of a session!

Best,
Ann

Cheers to all 09 Seniors... looking forward to meeting the class of 2010!

Here's for you D.!  Good luck on the grid iron!!!!!!

These two angels have grown so much since I photographed them last and best of all they'll be gaining a sibling soon! I'm truly blessed to be able to watch my families grow and to witness the magic of it all! Thanks M. for being you and I can't wait to meet and photograph the new addition..... and of course, your two English Bulldogs!!!!

Taken at The Loft....