some recent photos

A monthly Read to the Dogs program offered for children. Watch a video from the event here:
http://www.vimeo.com/10935036

The Clef Hangers barbershop quartet, who I would like to sing at my next birthday party.

Here is the quartet in action:
http://www.mchenrycountymagazine.com/mctv/?id=130

A salon opens in McHenry.

Children play in a Monopoly tournament over winter break.

Seniors practice tai chi in Richmond. Watch a video of the class here:
http://www.vimeo.com/10935298

Nurses volunteer their time to give out H1N1 vaccines in Woodstock.

dad

I had some fun playing around with lights over Christmas. Here is a portrait of my dad.

the bears lose again

The Bears were defeated 21-14 to the Packers. I was in the instant replay play of the game though so that made it all worth it.

Images copyright Shaw Suburban Media/Northwest Herald.

fishies

I visited the Shedd Aquarium with 3 great friends. Fantasea the dolphin show was kind of a disappointment but the puffer fish and seahorses were quite cute.

 

 

my neighborhood

Watch this short I made of Rogers Park for fun:
http://www.vimeo.com/10703563

Shots around Rogers Park.

bikes, band, bottles

I went to Amsterdam, Brussels, Geneva and Macon, France last February and March to visit friends.

Band shot! Macon, France. (This photo was taken by Nate)

Wandering the streets in Brussels.

Lambic Brewery, Brussels, Belgium.

Cinnamon rolls. As good as they look!

Watch this video to view a murder mystery entitled, "Soup du Jour: Murder":
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E-ZqsJqXXRs

notre dame fall day

Engagement photos for Meg and Eric at the University of Notre Dame. Beautiful campus and couple!

out west

I met up with Nate and Elena in Vegas in September, and took a trip to the Hoover Dam, the Grand Canyon, and parts of Arizona.

 

paintings o mine

All oil on canvas.

bears vs. eagles

Images copyright of Shaw Suburban Media/Northwest Herald.

bears vs. cardinals

I have been fortunate enough to cover the Bears this season. Unfortunately they are not very good, but it is still fun.

Images copyright of Shaw Suburban Media/Northwest Herald.