1st Annual Teen Bash 2010
November 17, 2009
They are Taryn Evans, 15 and Tiffany Jack, 17 years old. They are the young women behind the 1st Annual Teen Bash 2010. They will be inviting over three hundred youth/teen leaders from around the greater Seattle area to come together on January 15, 2010 for a fundraising benefit concert to expand their awareness about youth living with auto-immune diseases in their community. The mission to expand awareness of the effect these diseases have on teens and youth is most important to us as we both experience it everyday. Tiffany has Lupus and Taryn has Crohn’s. All net proceeds from the event will be donated to two selected local charities to contribute towards heightening the awareness of these diseases.
For more information or to donate go to: www.teenbash.org
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
November 17, 2009
The Opening Gala for the new wing of the Polish Home was held Sunday evening. The Consul General of the Republic of Poland, Hon. Joanna Kozinska-Frybes was on hand to cut the ribbon for the new addition. Awards were handed out to outstanding members of the Polish community for their contributions to the expansion project as well as those who have promoted Polish culture in the United States. Vivat Musica performed for the guests also.
To view all the images click here.
Friendy ghosts of West Seattle
November 3, 2009
The SW Seattle Historical Society held it’s annual Halloween Gala on October 31st at Salty’s on Alki. The event benefits the Log House Museum in West Seattle. Festivities included brunch, speakers, silent auction and most entertainingly – six ghosts of West Seattle’s past.
Putting in ghostly appearances from our past (from right to left)
Amelia Lowe – one of our founding family members
Katherine Smith – founder of the Alki Suffragettes Club
Nellie Curtis – Famous ‘madame’ who vacationed with her family on Alki
Joseph Stanley – of Curiosity Shoppe fame
Frances Farmer – movie star
Richard Hugo – Writer and Poet of White Center
Holiday Door Swags benefit LLS
October 8, 2009
Place your order today for this beautiful holiday door swag made of freshly cut Noble Fir and Cedar, it’s decorated with natural cones and a pretty red bow! The cost is only $20 and benefits the local Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. You can place your order at Gail Ann Studio or visit www.wreathsforacure.com. Please credit Barb Wodzin (my sister) as your salesperson. Deadline for orders in November 1st. Delivery will be around Thanksgiving. We thank you in advance for supporting LLS.
Official West Seattle Artwalk participant!
July 14, 2009
I’m happy to say that I am now part of the monthly West Seattle Artwalk. July is my first official showing entitled “Marley and Me” featuring images taken by my cats Marley and Luna. Stop by when the sign is out and take a peek at these unique visions! Just $35 each! framed
Shan Coleman
May 29, 2009
Shan hails from Jamaica. I was treated to his soulful reggae & acoustic ramblings during our first photo shoot together. You can see him live on June 12th & July 24th 2009 at The Cliff House in Tacoma. Visit his website at www.shancoleman.com
Groove City Band
May 15, 2009
I got to photograph five of the nicest guys you’ll ever want to meet. Together they are “Groove City Band” and they play regularly at the Muckelshoot Casino. Some of them are based out of Albuquerque and we all agreed that the chile there is the best! Check out their webpage for details!
Studio by the Sound
May 15, 2009
It’s always an honor when one artist chooses another to be of service. I was tickled when Kathy called and asked me to once again do her ‘headshot’ for her website. I walk past her colorful home everytime I head to my studio. It’s bright colors always make me smile. Wish my yard looked like that! Visit her site at: http://www.studiobythesound.com/
Paczki Day in West Seattle
March 14, 2009
Paczki (punch-key) Day is the feast of plenty before the Lenten fast begins. The traditional deep fried pastries which are similar to jelly doughnuts, are enjoyed throughout the world’s Polonias. In Poland, Paczki Day takes place the Thursday before Ash Wednesday, called Tlusty Czwartek (Fat Thursday). In United States Polonia, Paczki Day takes place the Tuesday before Ash Wednesday, traditionally called Fat Tuesday in Carnival.
The Metropolitan Market celebrated the art of the Paczki, a traditional Polish treat that surfaces during the Lent/Easter season. They held their first Paczki eating contest that proved to be an act of stuffing one’s self with the tasty treat to see who could eat the most! Here’s how it went down….
If you would like to make some yourself I found a recipe here: http://www.polamjournal.com/Library/Holidays/paczki/paczki.html
A session in Pioneer Square
March 14, 2009
I had the opportunity to work with Kimbra, a model who is building her portfolio. We decided to head to Pioneer Square to see what hip fashion spots we could find. We both had fun! If you would like to work on your modeling portfolio with gail ann, give me a call at 206-371-0585.
