The Mustaches of Lincoln

Here are a few shots from Jake's mustache contest in Lincoln.  Check out the rest of the images here.

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Jun Kaneko's new work rises up from the ground

With a new kiln being built on site, Jun Kaneko has begun production of some of his largest works yet.  When finished, the four heads and six dongos will stand 11 feet tall.  Here is a peak at some images shot during the build.

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Frosted morning near the Platte River

With lots of moisture in the air and temperatures hovering around freezing, everything became covered in a delicate coat of frost over night.  I just happened to be out with my camera and found myself in the middle of this winter wonderland. 

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Omaha's creative juice box - the Bemis Center for Contemporary Arts

With all of their studio renovations complete, the Bemis Artist-in-Residence Program is booming.  If you haven't had a chance to meet any of the current residents you better hurry.  The next group is on their way.

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A&A textiles having fun at the tree farm

Here are some shots from a shoot I did with Alex and Amanda from A&A Textiles for their holiday mailer.  The great people at Country Conifers near Blair were kind enough to let us play around in the snow for an afternoon.

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Mustaches and the faces they wear

Here are some of my favorite images from the portraits I took during the Mustache Contest at Jakes Cigars & Spirits in Benson.  To view more of the images check out the online gallery.

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More Friends Getting Married!

Drea and Jimmy are great friends of mine who just ooze love.  Most of these pics are already floating around online somewhere, but in case you didn't see them take a look. 

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Congratulations to Talia and Jeff on their recent wedding!

I've known Talia since maybe 5th or 6th grade and it was great to see her get married.

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Holiday Photos for Voila in Dundee

Just finished shooting some photos for Voila! - Blooms and Decor in Dundee.  Every year the owner, Ann, and her staff completely deck out her home and have an open house to showcase their holiday items.  They do an amazing job and these photos don't even begin scratch the surface.

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