Uploads from Jeana Marie Photography, tagged minnesota

The Old Days

nobody@flickr.com (Jeana Marie Photography) — Fri, 14 Jun 2013 08:31:34 -0700

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A little perspective never hurt anyone...

nobody@flickr.com (Jeana Marie Photography) — Fri, 14 Jun 2013 08:22:50 -0700

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Walk with me for a while and we'll follow the path to our dream.

nobody@flickr.com (Jeana Marie Photography) — Fri, 20 Apr 2012 07:02:34 -0700

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I went for yet another walk the other day and oh what a gorgeous day it was. While I was walking, the clouds began to spread themselves thinner and thinner, riding like waves across the bold blue sky. It's as if they were painting themselves into a dream, a peaceful, love-filled dream.

While I was walking I couldn't help but to stare up at the sky, watch as it unfolded into waves of color and design, blankets of creation. And it just kept on getting better and better.

At some point during my walk I began to jog; I have no idea what came over me. I've always been of the mindset that if you can get to the same place by walking as you could jogging, then why not just walk? Silly, but true. Anyway, I began to wonder why I was jogging and what was I in such a hurry for that walking would not suffice? Then it hit me as I came into this open area; I wanted to see more sky. I wanted to see more of the dream.

It seems all the good dreams always end too quickly and apparently even my sub-conscience wanted me to see more of this dream because I couldn't stop jogging until I stumbled upon this scene. It was then that I stopped; simply stopped and stood where I was. Still. Still as the sky had become.

Honestly I cannot remember what I was thinking or what was going on around me, all I can remember is how I felt. Much like one of those good dreams; you rarely remember the details but boy do you remember the feeling.

I want more of that feeling.

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As Far as The Assisted Eye Can See

nobody@flickr.com (Jeana Marie Photography) — Thu, 18 Oct 2012 10:27:45 -0700

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I'm not sure what these things are called but they always remind me of a disjointed face. Not a sad face, but more of a 'I know something you don't know' kind of face. Either that or I have a terribly active imagination which in that case I should probably just shut up now.

This photo was taken from the viewing deck at Split Rock Lighthouse along the North Shore in Minnesota. Lake Superior is in the background, grand and glorious. It was a perfect day, a beautiful day to explore a bit of a place I had never been and it was a perfect day to see what I had never saw. ;)

Come Along

nobody@flickr.com (Jeana Marie Photography) — Wed, 17 Oct 2012 08:35:25 -0700

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Hello everyone. :)

I've been absent from Flickr for quite some time now. Though I check in from time to time to see what everyone is sharing, I haven't really done much more than that. Photography hasn't really been on my radar lately. I don't want to say I've lost my passion for it, but I think I have. Perhaps I'm going through a year long stage as that's what it's shaping up to be. I took some photos on trips earlier this year but haven't really done much since. A couple portrait sessions, a couple assistant wedding jobs, other than that... nothing much.

Will my passion come back to me? Who knows. I hope so, but at the same time, I'm not sure I'm ready for it. So rather than force it, I'll just go with the flow, allow nature to take it's course.

There's Always Today

nobody@flickr.com (Jeana Marie Photography) — Fri, 27 Apr 2012 10:26:08 -0700

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Why are we always putting things off? Why do we say, 'I'll just do that tomorrow' or 'I'll travel there one day' or 'I'll call them soon'? ...

Why not today? Why are we waiting for life to happen? We are not guaranteed a tomorrow, regardless of your spiritual beliefs I think it's safe to say we all know we are not guaranteed the sweet opportunity of waking up tomorrow with the sunlight on our face and oxygen in our lungs -- so please explain to me why we take that for granted?

There is NOT always tomorrow, but there is always today. If you woke up this morning, you have the opportunity to live another day, to do what you've been meaning to do, to go where you've been meaning to go, to make that call you've been meaning to make; try to remember what a gift it is to have this day.

So, go. Go make beautiful use of a wonderful day and remember there isn't always tomorrow but there is always today.

Carpe diem.

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I'll always be by your side.

nobody@flickr.com (Jeana Marie Photography) — Thu, 05 Apr 2012 07:56:50 -0700

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I believe there is a time and a place for everything in life. I also believe I need to focus on fulfilling the space I have been gifted with a life worthy of a great legacy.

I'm inspired by my Dad... I think about him and the legacy he left behind on a daily basis. A legacy, to me, isn't about what material items were left behind, it's about the life someone lived and the heart they used to live it.

Legacy by definition is "A gift by will, especially money or other personal property."

For me, the word 'Legacy' has never had anything to do with monetary items but rather has everything to do with a life well lived and a life lead with heart. My Dad was and always will be that example to me, a life lived with heart.

I know he'll always be by my side, holding my hand, whispering encouragement, and offering his love. I carry his love with me always and I hope to never stop making him proud of his little girl.

I want my legacy to be full of peace and love, a life well lived and exuberantly so. Just like Papa.

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Color Shock

nobody@flickr.com (Jeana Marie Photography) — Thu, 10 Nov 2011 14:20:51 -0800

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I've been away for a while, a long while. Life here has been insanely busy and full of numerous ups and downs. Too many to focus on at the moment. For now I will say I hope you are all doing well and embracing the changes around you.

Hope to spend more time here soon...

Hello love...

nobody@flickr.com (Jeana Marie Photography) — Wed, 28 Sep 2011 17:11:20 -0700

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'How strange that nature does not knock, and yet does not intrude!' ~ Emily Dickinson

nobody@flickr.com (Jeana Marie Photography) — Wed, 28 Sep 2011 09:05:40 -0700

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Ever wonder why things happen, how things work? Ever think about how the seasons change, like clockwork? Ever ponder the idea that it's all much larger than us? Ever stop and think to yourself just how significant each event, each person, each plant, each thing is? Ever question what each little line on a leaf is designed for or if it is designed for anything other than to be pleasing to the eye?

Have you ever stopped to look, to pay attention to the smallest of such details?

Well, have you?

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A Reflection of Family...

nobody@flickr.com (Jeana Marie Photography) — Mon, 26 Sep 2011 13:18:15 -0700

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...including the dog. ;)

I had a really great time photographing this family on a warm, sunny (and buggy) Sunday morning. They were a lot of fun and the kids were GREAT to work with - smile all around. I hardly had to ask/tell the boys to smile and that is RARE.

I'm loving how these family images turned out and I cannot wait for them to see all of the photos from that day.

All of this work and now I officially have two repeating clients - hooray! What an awesome feeling and wow do I feel blessed.

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nobody@flickr.com (Jeana Marie Photography) — Fri, 23 Sep 2011 14:37:17 -0700

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Super lucky shot... The little butterfly flew around the bride, then landed right by her flowers. Perfect.

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As the season comes to an end...

nobody@flickr.com (Jeana Marie Photography) — Wed, 21 Sep 2011 08:50:27 -0700

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I've been MIA lately and unfortunately I do not see that changing any time soon. Lots of (photography) jobs coming up and really no time to be on the computer for anything other than editing. That said, I miss you all, your talent, and your words of encouragement. I gain much in the way of confidence and inspiration from all of you; such a blessing. I hope you are all doing well and busy enjoying life. I know I am. ;)

Memories of Summer

nobody@flickr.com (Jeana Marie Photography) — Fri, 09 Sep 2011 07:31:54 -0700

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It seems to me that once September comes, summer is but a distant memory.

Why is that? It was only a few days ago, wasn't it? I guess it's difficult for me to let go of summer, to refuse it is over. Why? I'm not sure... I love fall, I love the cooler weather, the leaves changing, the football and hockey... ;)

Summer always zooms on by so quickly and before I know it I'm left wondering what the heck I did all summer. I know I had some fun, some awesome weekends, worked a lot, but spent the majority of the summer loving life. It was a great three months...

Where does the time go?

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"Time does not change us. It just unfolds us." ~ Max Frisch

nobody@flickr.com (Jeana Marie Photography) — Fri, 02 Sep 2011 07:52:58 -0700

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I think that we use 'time' to explain our lives away. Instead we should use 'time' to show what we have done with ourselves; how we have evolved into who we are today.

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I'll sit with you again...

nobody@flickr.com (Jeana Marie Photography) — Thu, 01 Sep 2011 13:38:54 -0700

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Roaming around a lake in northern Minnesota, my friend and I had our cameras out and our thinking caps on. While doing so, I thought about my parents a lot; their love, their strength, their joy, their sorrow... but mostly their love.

Growing up I never really took much stock in their relationship; I rarely stopped to notice the love. I just recognized that they were together and they were my parents. One thing (among many) that I love about growing older is the appreciation for relationships and how that appreciation only grows. As time went on, I realized my parents had a special kind of love. They overcame trials, tribulations, and all that other yucky hard stuff to still remain in love. Deeper in love than ever.

When Dad was diagnosed with Lung Cancer in the fall of 2006, I only saw their love grow stronger. Of course there were incredibly difficult, trying times. Of course there were arguments and hurt feelings, sadness and loss. Of course it wasn't easy, but their love made them stronger. To find a love like that, to have a love like that; well that is the stuff movies are made of.

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Although they may not be able to sit out on their deck together anymore, you can bet that there's a seat up in heaven with Mom's name on it and Dad has it reserved just for her. Now that's love.

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Rise.

nobody@flickr.com (Jeana Marie Photography) — Tue, 23 Aug 2011 07:27:06 -0700

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Tonight is the night; the fine art exhibition opening at the Minnesota State Fairgrounds. Our state fair begins this Thursday however the art opening is tonight and guess what? I'm in it!! You read that correctly, the committee chose my photo (among a selection of others) to hang in the art exhibit which will be displayed for all of Minnesota (and beyond, if you go on the state fair website: www.mnstatefair.org) to see, now through Labor Day.

The photo chosen you ask? See below, in the comments. I'm really excited and the fact that they chose my photo to be one among many other talented artists is even more exciting for me.

I am truly loving today. The happenings of today prove to me that if I rise up to reach for my goals, no matter the obstacles before me, reward will come. I'm finding that the greatest reward is knowing that I tried, I pushed myself, I believed in myself enough to try. I believe in myself enough to try...

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Level Off

nobody@flickr.com (Jeana Marie Photography) — Mon, 22 Aug 2011 07:16:38 -0700

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So much of life is about consistency, stability. Sometimes I think it all to be a bit too much about those qualities. What about the fun, the carefree, the joy? Since when is life more about constant and total consistency and less about LIVING?

Sure we have to level off at some point; responsibilities and all that grown-up stuff. But who says we cannot veer off course? Who says we can't get up and walk rather than go out and bike? Who says we have to follow anyone else's rules for life other than our own?

Who says?

To those who tell me I should be more consistent, more stable, I politely respond to you, 'Level off.'

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nobody@flickr.com (Jeana Marie Photography) — Sat, 20 Aug 2011 08:11:38 -0700

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Stillwater Lift Bridge

Pause.

nobody@flickr.com (Jeana Marie Photography) — Fri, 19 Aug 2011 08:12:30 -0700

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As I prepare for holiday I am reminded of how much there is yet to be done. Why is going away for long periods of time so stressful? Answer: Because we allow it to be.

No more of that. I have to stop stressing about my list of things to be done and instead take a moment to pause; enjoy life and my surroundings, enjoy what's right in front of me, and enjoy the preparations that go into planning a much-needed break with great friends.

Although I will be working while I'm on holiday/vacation/whatever (photographing a wedding), that is only for one day and that one day is going to be gorgeous and fun and beautiful and... and... and. ;) You get the picture.

Anyway, I have to stop and remind myself to pause. Pause and enjoy this moment. After this, there are many more to come, so I'll choose to take in one at a time.

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