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"Dear world, I am excited to be alive in you, and I am thankful for another year." ~Charlotte Eriksson The first photo is of my best nine Instagram pictures of 2018- the ones that had the most likes. It got me curious to see what other types of photos I took throughout the year, so I went back and grouped them in categories. There were ones of beautiful skies (blue sky & puffy white clouds and also the pinks & oranges of gorgeous sunsets)...pictures of animals from my walks on the beach or around the lake or at the zoo (and ones where I pulled over on the side of the road)...there were, of course, many of the beach...there were some people shots as well (street photography & family)...and also photos that represent creativity & learning & trying new things. Thanks to everyone who liked or commented on my captures...they're all really appreciated :) #acolorstory #happier2018 #happierpodcast #nothingisordinary #livethelittlethings #carveoutimeforart #doitfortheprocess #mintedartist
Had fun this weekend hanging around with some pretty cool characters at the @brevardzoo :) #acolorstory #livethelittlethings #nothingisordinary_ #happier2018 #happierpodcast #onmywalk #aewellnesstribe
"The beauty of life is in small details..." ~Jim Jarmusch I've always loved palm trees, but never really looked at them closely before. So many interesting details if you take the time to look. #acolorstory #nothingisordinary #livethelittlethings #happierpodcast #happier2018 #onmywalk #aewellnesstribe
Last week I went to @longwoodgardens with some friends and everything was so beautiful. One of my favorite things was this amazing fresh cut tropical flower Christmas tree- it was gorgeous! I loved all of the bright orange & pink flowers. It's made of palm fronds & over 100 floral arrangements that are replaced throughout the season. #acolorstory #decemberreflections2018 #happier2018 #happierpodcast #livethelittlethings #nothingisordinary
I started looking at pictures from this year for the Christmas card and came across this one of the kids that I had taken from when I was walking behind them. It got me thinking of all the other similar photos I've taken over the years. Those are some of my favorites. #acolorstory #decemberreflections2018 #happierpodcast #happier2018
"I get up in the morning looking for an adventure." ~George Foreman Had fun today taking a photography workshop at the art museum with a friend. It's always good to learn new things & look at everything with a different perspective. #acolorstory #decemberreflections2018 #happierpodcast #happier2018 #doitfortheprocess #carveoutimeforart #livethelittlethings #nothingisordinary
For the @minted @westelm design challenge I stepped out of my comfort zone a little & tried some abstract art photography prints. Voting ends tomorrow (11/30) at 10:00 PT- the link to vote is in my profile. The link will take you to page 86- scroll down on the page where I have 9 prints on the bottom, and then go to the next page (86) to find 8 more of my submissions. Be sure to check out other artists while you're there too - like @aliciabockphotography @alisonjerrydesigns @loriwemple and many others :) #acolorstory #mintedartist #communityovercompetition #happier2018 #happierpodcast #doitfortheprocess #carveouttimeforart
One of the things that I'm always thankful for is being part of the @minted family. One of my favorite things is getting the email that a new order of my design was placed and seeing where the customer is from. This past week my prints have found homes in California, Nevada, New York, Maryland, West Virginia, Washington,Michigan & Texas...to name a few. There's still time to get on the #minted cyber Monday sale (ends Tuesday 11/27 at noon Pacific Time). Everything is 25% off PLUS free shipping and a $30 gift card! Just use code CM2018 The link to my minted store is in my profile - and be sure to check out some of the amazing artists & designers on the site as well. #acolorstory #mintedartist #communityovercompetition #doitfortheprocess #carveouttimeforart #happier2018 #happierpodcast
Our family had planned to go to dinner here tonight with friends, but there was a 3 hour wait so we went somewhere else instead. This is the only Guinness brewery in the US and just opened this past August. They have tours and an outdoor patio (it was a little too chilly for that tonight), and live music. It looked like a really cool place and we'll definitely go back another time. #acolorstory #nothingisordinary #livethelittlethings #happier2018 #happierpodcast
"When it comes to life the critical thing is whether you take things for granted or take them with gratitude." ~Gilbert K. Chesterton Thankful for friends & family...for sunshine & nature...for books & a cup of hot tea...for photography & being a part of the @minted family...for first responders & medical professionals...for God & country...for travel & for home. Hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving! #acolorstory #nothingisordinary #livethelittlethings #happier2018 #happierpodcast #mintedartist #onmywalk #aewellnesstribe
This was the first time I've ever seen a blue heron on the beach. He was just standing in the ocean and watching the waves and enjoying the ocean breeze. So cool. There's a little video of him if you swipe through to the end :) #acolorstory #nothingisordinary #livethelittlethings #happier2018 #happierpodcast #onmywalk #aewellnesstribe
"Rise above the storm and you will find the sunshine." ~Mario Fernandez Sending some color & light to everyone that had a grey yucky day today that was filled with sleet, snow and/or rain. #acolorstory #livethelittlethings #nothingisordinary #happier2018 #happierpodcast #onmywalk #aewellnesstribe

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A little about me


A little about me


 

Hello & welcome!

I'm pleased to meet you.  My name is Dawn Smith and I'm a wife, mother, art photographer & designer. A perfect day would be spent on the beach with my family...with a book in one hand and my camera in the other. 

My art is inspired by the wonders of nature and celebrates the beauty that's found in the ordinary, everyday moments of life. 

I believe:

that the glass is half full.

that happiness is found in the quiet moments

that the best things in life aren't things.

that less is more.

that kindness matters.

in giving back (I donate a portion of all sales to a local cancer center).

I hope that my work will bring light & happiness to your home.  Thanks so much for visiting!

 
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