Every year, I am lucky enough to take a trek up to Rockport, Maine to teach a Photographic Objects class. Being surrounded with rich creative artists is a true gift. Over the years, it’s a real touchstone to get to visit with friends made over the years, make new friends and watch amazing artists interpret their photography through a three dimensional world. It never fails to inspire me. This year was no exception.

Mary Virginia Swanson and Susan Kae Grant were teaching on campus the same week which was incredibly fortuitous since we were able to share with each’s other’s classes and learn from one another. MMW is such an oasis and I am very grateful to have the opportunity to be connected with this wonderful institution.