I haven't been on here in over a month. I've been to Canada for a family visit and to the Central Cali Coast. So I have a few photos to upload. I have two trips planned for October and am looking forward to those. I just love God's creation and I just get so lost in all the beauty. As of late I have felt a desperate desire to go to the mountains.

I will visit Yosemite soon to get my fix. I'm also planning on entering some photos to the Yosemite Renaissance XXIV.

"The programs of Yosemite Renaissance are intended to encourage diverse artistic interpretations of Yosemite. Its goals are to bring together the works of serious contemporary artists that do not simply duplicate traditional representations; to establish a continuum with past generations of Yosemite artists; and to help re-establish visual art as a major interpretive medium of the landscape and a stimulus to the protection of the environment. Historically, the arts have played a very important role in the establishment of our State and National Parks. It is our hope that they can be just as important in future efforts to preserve and protect that heritage."--[link]

My trip and the deadline for entries work out perfectly. If my photos are selected for the exhibit they will be exhibited in the Yosemite Museum Gallery. gallery and then onto a road trip which includes a local gallery. I'm excited at the possibilities. With this crazy hobby that I love so much I really feel I would like to pursue the Fine Art route. There's so much to learn still! But I love what I do and am willing to learn however I can. I see this competitian as an opportunity to try my hand at preparing works for sale or display in a gallery setting. I'm also trying to locate more avenues in the community I live to get connected with other artists.

Thank you for viewing my work. I appreciate the support!