I have friends who consistently tell me that I need to market my achievements more. Publishing and talking about the recognition I have received this past year is not easy. I never want to come across as being arrogant or boastful. This year has been very humbling. I am proud of my accomplishments as I've worked hard for them. But I also look at all of my work with a very critical eye and there are few days that I feel worthy of all that this past year has brought. 

Winning a GIA is a pretty big deal and I am so thankful for this recognition. While I am my own worst critic, I am very happy with this particular work of art and winning this week has left me hungry for more! I have ideas in my head and will soon begin work on what I hope will become this year's entries. I would be remiss in not taking this opportunity to publicly thank Lilly! She patiently endured hours in front of my camera waiting for me to capture what I felt was the perfect expression. At one point I am pretty sure she fell asleep, standing in front of my camera, as I wrapped her body in itchy material! Lilly, I could not have done this with without you!! Get ready for round two!