C&T Publications Eye On Fine Art Photography - October 2014 | Page 10

2nd Place – Of Ghosts & Haunted Places
Nikolyn (Nikki) McDonald with “The House”

I am a retired French teacher of 20 years, a mother, a proud grandmother, and the wife of a retired Air Force officer. I was raised in
Albuquerque, New Mexico. After our marriage, my husband and I
lived in seven states from Ohio to California to Alabama. We have
called Papillion, Nebraska, home since 1987 when we moved there
following his two-year tour of duty in southern Belgium.
I began learning French in Belgium and upon our return I continued my study at UNO. Through teaching, continued contact with
other French-speakers, and biannual trips to France with groups of students, I have continued to build upon my interest in that
language and the cultures of those who speak it.
Photography has been my major free time activity since
2006. I always enjoyed taking pictures of family and friends,
but it wasn't until my husband got me a digital camera in
2004 and I started exploring the processing possibilities
associated with digital work that I began to pursue
photography as a serious pastime. I do not limit myself to
any particular genre or technique and you will find
everything from macros to landscapes, from animals to
everyday objects, from still lifes to street captures among
my images. I love color but many of my personal favorites
are in monochrome; I enjoy the flowing lines and forms of
nature but have a special passion for linear design elements;
I use my camera both to explore the world around me and
as a basis for creative expression.
I enjoy the camaraderie, learning, and stimulation I have
found through participating in on-line digital photo contests
such as BetterPhoto and DPCHallenge as well as at the
Omaha Camera Club and North Central Camera Club Council
(N-4C). Additionally, I submit prints to both the Nebraska
and Iowa State Fairs. I have had a satisfying number of
successes in these contests; but most importantly, putting
my work up against that of others motivates and inspires
me.
Please visit my site to view my galleries and if you see
something you like feel welcome to leave a comment.
http://fineartamerica.com/profiles/nikolynmcdonaldphotog
raphy.html

Trick or Treat © Nikolyn McDonald. http://fineartamerica.com/featured/trick-ortreat-nikolyn-mcdonald.html
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