Trip Out West – Canceled!

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A turn of unfortunate events caused the cancellation of my trip out West.  We’re not going to dwell on it, or worry about it… I have the rest of my life to travel, and even have some things in the works as I write this blog. :)

On a good note I have set my sights on school, which starts 20 days from today!  It has been a long, and hot summer… and it’s far from over.  I have spent most of it with great family and good friends; enjoying their company with evenings on the beach, long walks, and even breakfast now and then.  I have also spent some time by myself, working towards a better me… physically and mentally.  Sometimes just being able to get things off your chest and out in the open makes a world of difference, and walking and exercise are both very therapeutic!

Almost $400.00 in schoolbooks have been ordered and should be on my doorstep within the next week.  I’ve enrolled in only 3 classes this semester… that doesn’t seem like much to most people, but anyone who has ever taken a photography class knows that there is way more involved than just class time.  Words from a wise professor, “Taking a photo class is like taking 2 classes, so plan on putting in long hours.”  So not only will I spend about 20 hours a week in lectures this semester, I will spend about 20 hours in the lab, and probably more than 20 hours out shooting (both digital and film… black & white, and color).  I’m thinking that will keep me pretty busy from August until December.  They don’t allow students to sleep in the lab, so I’ll still have to go home to rest now and then.

I’ve also been thinking about what my next step will be when I graduate with my Associates in Art… I would really like to go on and get my bachelors, but will have to find a school that offers that degree.  The closest school I’ve found would be Daytona.  Hmmm… still thinking.  Maybe another state altogether!

I have still been doing my thing in Clearwater… environmental portraits for seniors, (some on the beach, some in peoples homes, and even a senior in the park), and as always, I capture the sunset whenever the opportunity arises.  I’ve still not found anything quite as beautiful as a Clearwater sunset, and there are some new places with great perspectives on the beach!  I’ve spent some time at Bare Back Ranch and captured my daughter and her horse... also therapeutic. I’ve done some volunteer work for the Sage in Clearwater (marketing photo’s and an 80’s dance party).  So yea… blatant plug here for the Sage.  Check it out!

It’s been a long and busy weekend so I’m thinking more coffee is needed!

Happy Shooting Everyone!

Love, Laughs, and Photographs,

Wendy