Roosevelt University : Student Opera

I have been traveling to Chicago to shoot events at Roosevelt University and have loved watching students do what they love and are so good at. All of the people involved in this opera from the actors/singers to the crew to the orchestra were so dedicated and fiercely talented. It is never easy to choose an artistic path, there are many uncertainties and challenges along the way, so when I see people who are embracing it I get so excited. 

“Above all, be true to yourself, and if you cannot put your heart in it, take yourself out of it.”

Roosevelt University!

I went to Chicago for my second round of events for Roosevelt University a couple of weeks ago! I love these events so far-each is unique and full of extremely talented musicians. How cool is my job?! I get to listen to incredible music, meet eclectic, driven people, travel AND take photos! I love it and feel very blessed. Enjoy!

Roosevelt University : Percussion Ensemble

I'm excited to announce that I am the official 2010 season photographer for Roosevelt University Performing Arts Series in Chicago! I went down for the first event, this incredible percussion ensemble that blew me away. These students are so talented. I've always loved percussion and when they started playing the first of two Frank Zappa pieces, I knew that my dad would be in heaven if he were there! I promised to share the recording with him. Here's to the beginning of a creative, challenging, inspiring 2010....(a little early I know, but ah well!)

Take Action Minnesota Progressive Awards Dinner!

This is the third year in a row I've gotten to photograph the Take Action MN Progressive Awards Dinner. Without fail, this event is inspiring, motivating and full of incredible people all working towards common progressive values. I mean, when you get 850 progressives in ONE room, great things are bound to happen. I love it. And it wouldn't be an event without great dancing afterwards!