~flowers4algernon

While many may wonder if I'm egotistical, vain, or self- amused because I take so many self portraits, the truth is this- I am highly influenced by the work of Cindy Sherman. This photographer would use the camera to capture the emotion that only she knew should could produce. In the same way, I take self portraits as a therapeutic release. I like the challenge of finding the emotion and capturing it. I like the notion of finding yourself through photography and art, and for this reason I admire photographers like Sherman greatly.
My two cents for now. -L

I've been away a while, mostly focusing my time on learning the craft of dark room photo. I have to say I've missed the ease of digital, but like the hands on manipulation that so many realist photographers would be disgusted with . To be honest, I believe in my heart of hearts that I can get the message across with any camera. I believe in the beauty of letting the chips fall where they may and seeing what image you get from using a holga, a crappy point and shoot, etc. Trial and error is what it's all about- and in art, what is an "error" anyway?

-L

I will travel to London. enough said.

the birthday celebration was tops this year. i had a wonderful time both with family and friends and am oh so happy. i've eaten a bit too much cake and drank a bit too much soda for my own good, but i'm sure i'll survive with only a stomach ache. just watched Bridget Jones Diary and thought it was smashing. i also now want to be british as i have wanted before. i suppose i'll setting for the next best thing... a british friend. wish me luck on finding one. <3L

I finally got around to thanking people for their favourites. I feel so terrible, but I haven't had the chance to just sit down and take the time to do so... until today. I still have more to do, but I will continue to make the rounds. Just so everyone knows though- I really do appreciate all of your comments and faves- they mean a great deal to me. A special thanks to miguel- my trusting friend and tireless commenter. muwahh! -Lauren