About LAS Design
A life-long resident of Northeast Ohio and fearless backyard explorer, I have always had a love for the outdoors – collecting bits and pieces and taking pictures of it. However, it was only after leaving the cubically confined publishing world for the parenting realm when I was finally able to focus on these passions.
It was back in 2003 when I first set out in earnest—with trusty assistant in tow—to capture the wild world outside my window.
Since that time, my trusty assistant has grown too big to carry, and thousands of simple, natural moments have been captured on film and file. With an unwieldy and growing collection of photographs and artifacts, I engaged my entrepreneurial (insane) spirit and created LAS Design, LLC, a nature-inspired, personal- and home-accent venture that trundles through many a local art fair and festival.
In my work, I put my focus on the natural beauty that surrounds us every day, no matter where we happen to be. I strive to capture a fleeting moment in time and to bring the ordinary into a new light. The hope is that others will enjoy the result and take a bit of natural inspiration with them wherever they go.
Over the years, my creations have received numerous awards and recognitions. However, the most rewarding honor is when one of my designs or photographs is chosen to become a part of someone's life and home.
It was back in 2003 when I first set out in earnest—with trusty assistant in tow—to capture the wild world outside my window.
Since that time, my trusty assistant has grown too big to carry, and thousands of simple, natural moments have been captured on film and file. With an unwieldy and growing collection of photographs and artifacts, I engaged my entrepreneurial (insane) spirit and created LAS Design, LLC, a nature-inspired, personal- and home-accent venture that trundles through many a local art fair and festival.
In my work, I put my focus on the natural beauty that surrounds us every day, no matter where we happen to be. I strive to capture a fleeting moment in time and to bring the ordinary into a new light. The hope is that others will enjoy the result and take a bit of natural inspiration with them wherever they go.
Over the years, my creations have received numerous awards and recognitions. However, the most rewarding honor is when one of my designs or photographs is chosen to become a part of someone's life and home.
Awards & Exhibitions
2015
* 2015 Frozen Artistry Exhibition, Geauga Park District.
2013
* 2013 Summer Photo Exhibition, Cuyahoga County Public Library, Beachwood Branch.
2012
* 2012 Fall Photography Show, Cuyahoga County Public Library, Beachwood Branch.
* People’s Choice Exhibition, Nature Arts Festival, Geauga Park District.
2011
* Awarded First Place: Photography, ArtFest 2011, Mount Union College.
* Awarded Honorable Mention, The EverymanPro International Photography Competition, Macro/Abstract, www.theeveryman.com. (Peeking Mantis)
2010
* Awarded Third Place, ArtFest 2010, Mount Union College.
* Awarded Best of Show by The Creative Artists Association at the 30th Wildwood Fine Arts & Crafts Festival.
2009
* Chosen for Judge’s Choice Competition, Solon Center For The Arts, Focus 2009. (Brooding Bovine)
* People’s Choice Exhibition, Nature Arts Festival, Geauga Park District.
* Awarded Second Place at the Burton Art Show. (Brooding Bovine)
2008
* Awarded Second Place at the Great Geauga County Fair. (Light Goes On)
* Awarded Honorable Mention by The Creative Artists Association at the 28th Wildwood Fine Arts & Crafts Festival.
* People's Choice Exhibition, Nature Arts Festival, Geauga Park District.
* Chosen for Judge’s Choice Competition, Chagrin Valley Art Center, Focus 2008. (Peeking Mantis)
2007
* People's Choice Exhibition, Nature Arts Festival, Geauga Park District.
* Geauga Park Districts’ Summer Photo Exhibition, Donald Meyer Center.
2006
* Awarded Third Place, ArtFest 2006, Mount Union College.
* People's Choice Exhibition, Nature Arts Festival, Geauga Park District.
2005
* Awarded First Place, The Great Geauga County Fair. (Sun Rays)
* Awarded Second Place, The Great Geauga County Fair. (Field of Flowers)
* Awarded Third Place, The Great Geauga County Fair. (Brooding Bovine)
2004
* Photography published in the 2004 November/December issue of Our Ohio magazine.
* Alumni Artists Exhibition, Valley Art Center, Chagrin Falls.
2003
* Alumni Artists Exhibition, Valley Art Center, Chagrin Falls.
* 2015 Frozen Artistry Exhibition, Geauga Park District.
2013
* 2013 Summer Photo Exhibition, Cuyahoga County Public Library, Beachwood Branch.
2012
* 2012 Fall Photography Show, Cuyahoga County Public Library, Beachwood Branch.
* People’s Choice Exhibition, Nature Arts Festival, Geauga Park District.
2011
* Awarded First Place: Photography, ArtFest 2011, Mount Union College.
* Awarded Honorable Mention, The EverymanPro International Photography Competition, Macro/Abstract, www.theeveryman.com. (Peeking Mantis)
2010
* Awarded Third Place, ArtFest 2010, Mount Union College.
* Awarded Best of Show by The Creative Artists Association at the 30th Wildwood Fine Arts & Crafts Festival.
2009
* Chosen for Judge’s Choice Competition, Solon Center For The Arts, Focus 2009. (Brooding Bovine)
* People’s Choice Exhibition, Nature Arts Festival, Geauga Park District.
* Awarded Second Place at the Burton Art Show. (Brooding Bovine)
2008
* Awarded Second Place at the Great Geauga County Fair. (Light Goes On)
* Awarded Honorable Mention by The Creative Artists Association at the 28th Wildwood Fine Arts & Crafts Festival.
* People's Choice Exhibition, Nature Arts Festival, Geauga Park District.
* Chosen for Judge’s Choice Competition, Chagrin Valley Art Center, Focus 2008. (Peeking Mantis)
2007
* People's Choice Exhibition, Nature Arts Festival, Geauga Park District.
* Geauga Park Districts’ Summer Photo Exhibition, Donald Meyer Center.
2006
* Awarded Third Place, ArtFest 2006, Mount Union College.
* People's Choice Exhibition, Nature Arts Festival, Geauga Park District.
2005
* Awarded First Place, The Great Geauga County Fair. (Sun Rays)
* Awarded Second Place, The Great Geauga County Fair. (Field of Flowers)
* Awarded Third Place, The Great Geauga County Fair. (Brooding Bovine)
2004
* Photography published in the 2004 November/December issue of Our Ohio magazine.
* Alumni Artists Exhibition, Valley Art Center, Chagrin Falls.
2003
* Alumni Artists Exhibition, Valley Art Center, Chagrin Falls.