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I wrote last week about submitting two pieces of art work for the 2008 Annual Photo Show, taking place at “The Carriage Barn Arts Center”.

This years’ show was juried by Paul Fusco, a Photojournalist and member of Magnum Photos. You can see some of his work here.
As a photojournalist, he has tackled some very serious topics, including the Chernobyl disaster, and has had seven books published.

My photo titled “The Wedding Night” was not only accepted but I got an honorable mention as well. I was so excited to hear the news, especially since it is a “wedding photo” which I view as fine art and I’m so glad that others do too. By the way, this is a photograph of David & Kassandra Beckstead that was done while attending one of his workshops in Coeur D’alene Idaho. David has this amazing eye and created some fantastic photo opportunities for us at the workshop.

The opening reception of this show is Sunday, February 10th from 4-6pm at the Carriage Barn in New Canaan. Stop in and say hi if you’re in the neighborhood.

It’s been almost a month of working at editing, image resizing, and figuring out how I wanted my web page to look, but with just a few changes still to be made I went live. I am thrilled but exhausted since I seem to do my best work late at night when it’s quiet. The only problem with staying up until 3:00 AM is that I have to get up at 7:00 to get my son ready for school. I must say that I do love the feeling of accomplishment after working on something that I’m so committed to. So check it out people. Cynthia Brown Weddings .

Here’s a screen capture from one of my galleries. More to come, but for now I’m off to get some much needed rest.

When I first joined “Pictage” (my online proofing/photolab), I attended one of their conferences in Chicago. I knew that they were huge and offered some fantastic services to wedding and portrait photographers. What I didn’t know, was that I would become part of a photographers network that is unbelievable! Our Connecticut Pug is comprised of some seriously talented photographers, all working together to better our industry. Last week marked the one year anniversary of our group. Although I’ve only been involved for about half that time, I’ve gotten to know some of my peers and have learned so much from everyone. I am so grateful to have this group to bounce ideas off of and I hope that I in turn can give back as well. Nicki Nicole hosted the very first PUG meeting and so it was great to have our anniversary birthday party at her studio, where the whole thing started. Our PUG leaders Mary & Justin are awesome! From freely giving advice to coordinating some fabulous speakers or simply throwing a wild party, they are incredibly committed. The theme at this gathering was “Cheesy Prom Night”. It was great to see all the tuxedos and dresses from the 80’s. I swiped some images off their blog to show you the gang.

Mary and Justin looking like the Prom King and Queen, also known as the most recently married couple.

Me looking extremely cheesy with fake flowers and all.

And the whole gang. This is actually only a small group of us.