Up, Up, and Away: The Enchanting Experience of a Hot Air Balloon Ride in Galena, Illinois. There’s something undeniably magical about floating effortlessly through the sky, surrounded by nothing but vast expanses of clouds and stunning landscapes stretching out below Galena, Illinois. For those seeking a truly unforgettable adventure, a hot air balloon ride offers…
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Smartphone photography workshops now being offered at Treffert Studios. These workshops will teach the fundamentals of basic photography and composition techniques. You will learn how to make great photographs using a smartphone and learn editing techniques using a variety of apps. Turn your photographs into works of art then share and print the creations during…
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Adobe Offers Software For All Levels If you’re a beginner photographer who wants to step up your game, Adobe Express is an excellent tool. It’s an affordable alternative to Photoshop that offers access to stock photos and thousands of fonts, and the best part is, it’s easy to use without design experience. Whether you want…
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My solo travel adventures through France begin today. Chateau Orquevaux is the final destination for today, but a lot will happen between then and now. It’s important for me to begin this travel journal with a grateful heart. This solo travel experience wouldn’t be possible if it weren’t for the support of my incredible family,…
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The process starts with abstract paintings. After fifteen years, I dust off my paints and brushes. It feels natural to paint again. With a minimal palette, I layer and blend oil paint into abstract paintings. Ironically, inspiration for my paintings comes from photography produced in the darkroom. My creative process cycles through my favorite mediums,…
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I was a wanderer long before there was a hashtag for it. Today, I wander around Lake Geneva. I get away once a year for an annual birthday celebration with close family. This year we celebrated my 40th birthday in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin. The weekend was filled with relaxation and many laughs. It felt…
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We’re happy to announce that Studio L is now booking art commissions. My vision for Studio L escalated because I started seeing my artwork occupying beautiful spaces. Studio L provides fine art photography and oil paintings to those looking for a fresh look in their home and office. Clients can customize individual art to freshen the…
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Thank you for your patience as I begin the process of rebranding Studio L. I can’t believe it’s been six months since my last blog post. Where does the time go? Time off from blogging gave me insight into the direction I want go. I don’t have all the answers, but I continue to move…
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I love to shop in Chicago, but I love wandering more. I wander the city with no real agenda. The end result, this Chicago film photography created with my Leica M6. More of this story coming soon… I invite you along on this journey of 100 Blog Posts in 100 Days There will be…
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Music under the stars! Could it get any better? My camera in one hand, beer in the other. I’m consumed by a Frank Gehry design, the Jay Pritzker Pavilion live music creates the perfect evening. I’m fascinated by architecture, in fact, that was my original college major. More of this story to come soon……
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