Posted by admin on Dec 15, 2011 in
Photography,
Travel Yup — it’s true! I made my television debut this past Tuesday on FOX’s morning news show! So exciting!! Okay, and completely nerve-wracking, lol… :) But, I made it through and overall really enjoyed the whole experience. I was promoting my Shelter Me calendars which means a lot to me anyhow, so it’s not like it was a presidential debate or anything! Here’s the link, and then below are a couple of pics I snuck with my iPhone camera — sorry, a bit blurry, but I was on my way out!
http://www.ctnow.com/videogallery/66742570/News/Pet-Photo-Calendars-|-12/13
Posted by admin on Nov 12, 2011 in
Artists,
Great Finds,
Photography It’s not too often I photograph myself, but this one snuck by without my even realizing it…. I love those surprise moments that happen before you even know what’s going on. Just another small moment in life. 
Caught in the act!
Posted by admin on Nov 12, 2011 in
Artists,
Cats!,
Photography It’s that time of year again — the Hygienic Gallery’s Art=Gift show! I’m honored to have been asked again this year and have been working away at framing this year’s photographs. I decided to promote Shelter Me again as I had all new images I was excited to share — plus, why not raise a little extra money for the shelters, right? It’s always a great show — join us next Saturday, November 19, for the opening!!
Friday night framing here in New London!
Posted by admin on Oct 25, 2011 in
Cats!,
Photography This is my third year of photographing for the Shelter Me Project Calendar, and by far the best year yet… Not just because of the final product, but because of the amazing and heart-warming experiences I’ve had along the way. I am so lucky to be able to spend time with the wonderful and compassionate people who run these shelters and rescue organizations — and I am better off for having known them. And then there are the animals themselves. I take so many pictures while I am there, only to select a few for final production. So here are a few of the cute moments that will never make the calendar, but will remain in my heart. These animals make me smile, laugh, and cry. And I can’t wait to do it all over again next year — I’ll be counting the days.
My new assistant at Forgotten Felines
Silly ducky at Majestic Waterfowl Sanctuary
"He's mine -- you can't have him." at Meriden Humane Society
Getting nuzzled by a miniature donkey at Beech Brook Equine Rescue
Shoelaces getting nibbled at Hop Along Hollow
Getting hugs and kisses at PAWS
Buster at Greener Pastures Horse Rescue so wasn't interested in being photographed, lol...
This little guy at Ray of Light Farm had me cracking up! Too cute!
Posted by admin on Oct 19, 2011 in
Cats!,
Photography What a wonderful event last weekend — my darling client, Dog House Diaries had a book signing for their new book, Rescued in L.A. The story is about a shelter dog who finds his forever home, and since they knew of my Shelter Me Project, they invited me to display some work at their signing which was held at the Gallery at the Venetucci Home. Well, it was a lovely evening. Not only did I get to meet my clients face to face for the first time, but Shelter Me sold a photo to the Madison Veterinary Hospital! A successful night!
Gallery at Venetucci Home
Venetucci Gallery
Nikki, Annie, and Paul from Dog House Diaries
The Shelter Me Project photos on display
You can see this print at the Madison Veterinary Hospital!
Posted by admin on Oct 19, 2011 in
Entertaining,
Friends,
Photography I’m so honored to share some photos from my wonderful friend’s wedding. It was a beautiful, warm October day for Katie and Rob to exchange vows in a beautiful garden overlooking green fields with blue water in the distance…. The entire day couldn’t have been lovelier. While I don’t normally do wedding photography, I couldn’t turn down the offer to be there for my friends. And I am so glad I did. :)
getting ready
the ceremony
exchanging vows
flower close-up and a special tree in the distance
the rings and flowers
the sweet couple
after the ceremony
holding hands, soaking it all in
it's official!
the table!
cheers!
amazing food by Gourmet Galley
cutting the cake
mr. & mrs.
Posted by admin on Aug 21, 2011 in
Balance I’ve been watching summer go by every day from the beautiful picture window in my office, but it’s quickly approaching September and I’ve been missing out on experiencing it. So, when I woke up this morning and saw that the sun on what was supposed to be a rainy day I jumped at the chance to just unwind and breathe in some salty, summery air. Happiness can be so simple sometimes….
Reading A Dance with Dragons by George R. R. Martin at the Waterford Town Beach
Posted by admin on Aug 17, 2011 in
design,
Inspiration I was waiting in line at Stop and Shop recently and happened to spy this display of Old Spice products… Now, my first reaction was to their beautiful, colorful redesign, as it’s been years since I last looked at their products. But, on closer inspection, I noticed the Scratch N’ Sniff label, which I thought was just brilliant! Not only was it functional, but it also had an element of nostalgia that brought me back to being a kid again. Oh yeah, and when I scratched it, it smelled really good. :)
Posted by admin on Aug 16, 2011 in
Inspiration,
Photography So, I was on a sandbar off the coast of Plymouth over the weekend and while the whole adventure was tons of fun, one part was very inspiring… I ended up taking a stroll all along the edge of the sandbar just as the tide was starting to come back in. It was beautiful. Not just “look at that pretty sunset” beautiful, but truly a wealth of small wonders. Often all the inspiration we need in life can be found in nature, and this was just another example of that. My favorite find was this guy — a snail. I’m used to seeing them all tucked up in their shells, so watching this little guy cruise along the sand in about 6 inches of water was fascinating to me. It was simply one of those moments that makes you appreciate nature in all of its wonder.
Posted by admin on Aug 15, 2011 in
Entertaining,
Great Finds I’d like to say that I haven’t been keeping up with my blog because I’ve been too busy cooking delicious things like this Cinnamon Sugar Pull-Apart Bread from Annie’s Eats, but actually things here at Thumbnail Designs have just been too busy! So, I’m making an effort to work on a better balance of life in general — including more posts on my blog which I love to do, and taking the time for more homemade foods like this…
