Uhh…ready for my close-up?

Much of today was spent trying to complete administrative stuff for my 2009 solo show at the Campbell River Art Gallery. A huge portion of time and energy was devoted to photographing images of me with the work.

I wanted an image that captured the essence of my personality while presenting a professional demeanor. Steve took 221 pictures before I surrendered. Many of the pix did in fact capture pure, unedited Jody – but that doesn’t mean any of them should ever be used for promotional purposes. Let’s say most were lacking a certain “professionalism.” Here are a few of the rejects:

The camera and I just weren’t feelin’ the love.