I am fortunate enough to have 11 of my photos featured
in the Summer 2011 issue of
Romantic Country Magazine,
on newsstands now!
Back in January, I headed to Burton, Texas to do a top-secret photo shoot
for none other than RC Editor, the Fabulous Fifi O'Neill.
I was lucky enough to be invited to photograph
the beautiful properties belonging to
Linda and Ludmil Marcov of Willow Nest,
and I spent two days snapping away at
both their glorious B&B and their main house.
And now I am SO pleased
to be sharing it with all of you!
The story is titled "The Feminine Mystique"
and it's a six-page spread!
Seeing your name in a byline like this and in the editorial credits
is a bit surreal, to put it mildly.
And to have my name immediately after Fifi's Number One photog Mark Lohman is
REALLY surreal!!!
And from my own files,
here are a few of the original images...
in the Summer 2011 issue of
Romantic Country Magazine,
on newsstands now!
Back in January, I headed to Burton, Texas to do a top-secret photo shoot
for none other than RC Editor, the Fabulous Fifi O'Neill.
I was lucky enough to be invited to photograph
the beautiful properties belonging to
Linda and Ludmil Marcov of Willow Nest,
and I spent two days snapping away at
both their glorious B&B and their main house.
And now I am SO pleased
to be sharing it with all of you!
The story is titled "The Feminine Mystique"
and it's a six-page spread!
Seeing your name in a byline like this and in the editorial credits
is a bit surreal, to put it mildly.
And to have my name immediately after Fifi's Number One photog Mark Lohman is
REALLY surreal!!!
And from my own files,
here are a few of the original images...
In the days ahead, I'll be slipping in and sharing some pics from this shoot with you
which didn't make the magazine....after all, I shot around 700!!!
This is a bit of a bittersweet occasion, as this issue marks Fifi's
last issue as Editor of Romantic Country.
But I am so incredibly proud and humbled to share this issue with her,
and I know that new Editor Mary Forsell will do a wonderful job.
I've mailed back and forth with her a bit lately, and she is just a lovely gal.
This is a bit of a bittersweet occasion, as this issue marks Fifi's
last issue as Editor of Romantic Country.
But I am so incredibly proud and humbled to share this issue with her,
and I know that new Editor Mary Forsell will do a wonderful job.
I've mailed back and forth with her a bit lately, and she is just a lovely gal.
Thank you to Fifi O'Neill, the Marcov's, and my buddy Carol Spinski
Taking a few days off now,
have a beautiful weekend!
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I can't stop dreaming:first your photo,
then your stunning giveaway (i love that book),
but first of all you and your lovely way of write!
I'm your follower and I'll stop with pleasure enjoy all your grat talent!
Oh - who in the world of bloggers would not wish to be honored by getting a book with Fifi's personal autograph! It's already on my wishlist at amazon, but maybe I'm lucky enough to win that special one?
Angelika
I had you on my blogroll already, but now I'm a follower, too!
Angelika
Giveaway button: grabbed!
LOL despite the 208 comments before me, I still like to try this. Would LOVE to be able to win both, esp. the book (yes the mag too lol) Hugs from Marian
And I became a follower too.
What a comments !! this is so great !! you in that magazine!!!...love it !! congratulations........and wowwwwwwwwwwwwww...a sign book from Fifi......wowwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwww...count me in please...you never know.......by have a nice weekend...!! love love Ria....xxx...
WOW!!! this is seriously an absolutely fabulous giveaway..How fab is FIFI, how fab are YOU!.xx
You bet I'm a follower and a happy one too!
Congratulations and thank you for sharing the bounty!
mystica123athotmaildotcom
Congratulations Girl! Wonderful achievement! Beautiful photos.Of course I want a chance at a signed book and the lovely magazine.Warm Blessings!~Amy
Of course I follow your beautiful blog.Warm Blessings!~Amy
Yahoo! So, so happy for you! Have fun celebrating this weekend!!!
This happy follower will be keeping her fingers crossed to win your spring giveaway!
Button grabbed and posted too!!
Anne, you are such a doll! I'm so honored that I am one of your bloggy friends. I have watched you grow and blossom into a world class photographer, and I am so proud of you. Your accomplishments are just beginning.
Thanks for this wonderful giveaway. I'm hoping that the magazine is out in my area. I can't wait to get it in my hands and tell all my friends that I know you!
hugs
Sissie
Thank you for visiting my blog and leaving such a sweet comment! Your photos in the book are marvelous! Congratulations! The giveaway is such a treat!
Linda
I'm happily your newest follower!
Linda
Congratulations! Those pictures are fabulous and I'm so happy for you. Hugs!
And of course I'm a follower - I love to hear about your adventures.
Congratulations on your pics. I would love to find myself in any of those rooms. Count me in please.
Congratulations on your article.
Your photography is so inspirational. A thing of beauty indeed.
I would be incredibly excited to win such a Giveaway so please count me in.
Wishes
Lynne M
I am biting at the bit to win this gorgeous give away!1
I am a follower of your beautiful blog!!
Congratulations Anne, Your photos are stunning! x
Hello dear Ann,
thanks for visiting my Blog, I'm overwhelmed, your photos are so gorgeous, count me in, I will also post your giveaway on my sidebar!
Sunny spring greetings from germany.
Bine
Your photos are amazing. Congratulations.
Fantastic giveaway too - thanks for the chance to win this beautiful book.
~Sam
Thank you for sharing the magic that is Willow Nest with me today. what a wonderful treasure you are gifting one very special reader.
Smiles,
Carol
jcdas@msn.com
I'm already a follower of your lovely blog.
~Sam
Yes, I'm already a follower, and in such good company, don't you know.
Smiles,
Carol
jcdas@msn.com
congratulations! this is so exciting for you...i love the photos and would love to win the book and magazine...if you'd like, you are welcome to share this @ fridays unfolded @ http://www.stuff-and-nonsense.net/2011/03/fridays-unfolded-12.html
blessings and fingers crossed,
alison
i am a follower!
Congratulations! What gorgeous photos! I'd love to have my copy of both the magazine and Fifi's book, but just happy to start following you, as I should have long ago!
Thank you for sharing! You inspire newbies like myself!
Just signed up to be an official "follower", so I am casting my extra vote to get the zine and book!!! Fun!
Gorgeous photos and congrats to you!
I am now a follower!
Thanks so much for your lovely comment! I am happy about it, so I found your gorgeous blog!!! I think the next hour :-) I will be busy to have a look around, so wonderful!!! Hugs and a wonderful weekend Yvonne
I am a follower already Anee, so can I become a double follower? Well I am now which gives a double chance to win, in fact a third chance as I am now leaving a comment (can you tell I want this book or what?!).
Your photos are simply stunning Anne - you know I am such an admirer of your your work anyway, but to see it in print is fantastical! Dreams can come true can't they, you are living proof. Thanks for always inspiring!
Congratulations, that is a very exciting accomplishment! I would love to win the magazine and the book. I love Fifi too!
hugs! karen....
I am a follower! What a great giveaway!
karen....
Oh my gosh Anne I am sooooo excited for you!!!!!CONGRATULATIONS! I have a feeling we will be seeing lots more of your gorgeous photography in print:) I can't wait to see some more photos that didn't make the magazine. You are so talented and so sweet and that shows through the photos you take and the things you blog about. I am sending you super big hugs today and lots of encouragement to follow your dreams.
~Debra xxx
Capers of the vintage vixens
I am so happy for you and would be so thrilled to win! Thank you and Happy April! ♥
I'm a happy follower! ♥
Beautiful photos! Love them!
I'm also a follower and would love to win!
Hurray for you, Anne!! I knew Linda and Ludmil from there shop in Banks, OR. I have a few of their cool pieces. Very talented.
Congratulations and Hugs!
Sheila
Anne, congratulations. Your photos are dreamy. If I don't win, I'm buying the book and the magazine!
I'm a happy follower now, too!
Hey Sweetie, Just posted your giveaway button on my side bar.
xxx
D
Congratulations!! Please sign me up for this wonderful give a way.
And yes I am a follower too. Love receiving your emails they brighten my day.
Congrats on the amazing accomplishment and your amazing design concepts, love them.
Oh and I am already a follower!
I would love a fresh and what looks to be - quite lovely - inspiration book! thanks!
I'm followin you now too!
Hey Anne,
I just had to tell you I got this magazine yesterday, and your photos are gorgeous ;) Love how each one is so detailed. And it's so so cool to see your NAME in the magazine!!! I love that I know someone famous :) You are a sweetheart, and you know it only gets bigger for you from here.
Oh, and I love this giveaway!! Thanks for the chance for this lovely book :)
Blessings
Becky C
A huge Congrats! And I follow too!
xo kelley
Oh forgot to say, I am a new follower now! :-))) Hugs Yvonne
Hi Anne!
Well, to see that you commented on my little blog, really made me smile big time! And now I come here to thank you and you are giving away Romantic Prairy Style, this is on my still-to- buy-list! I would love to enter this one.
And Congratulations with your beautiful photo's being published! Wow! Truly inspiring, thanks again for your sweet comment,
have a good weekend,
Maureen
I am a follower.
I'm happy follower nr. 1835!
Maureen
I would love to win this!!!
I am a follower!
Just posted your button to my blog,
Bye now! Maureen
What a wonderful magazine spread! Wow, I am so happy for you. It is all those wonderful pictures you take, that has paid of for you. You should have shown them how you play "Where's Anne in the christmas balls?"
Congratulations
Deb
I am a faithful follower! And Love it!
Deb
Well, congratulations! Romantic Country IS a fabulous magazine. Can't wait to go through mine...it just came. ; )
~Michele
I DO follow you. ; )
~Michele
I CAN't find the magazine anywhere!!!!!
What is the deal COLORADO??
I'll keep looking!
I am so excited for you!
Yes am a follower and I would kill, well not really for Fifi's book!!!
ANNE!!! the photos are GORGEOUS!!!!! i am going to run out & grab a copy ASAP...hmmm maybe when we see each other you can autograph it for me ...;)
XoXxo
amy
And added to my blog page!!!
Wish me luck!! I want this book so bad!!
Gorgeous Photos Anne... wow... so exciting!! Congratulations... can't wait to see the rest of the shoot!!
Kendra
OH... been following for a long time... you had me... with your huskies!! :)
Your giveaway is up on my sidebar!
Thanks Anne for such a great giveaway!
OH goodness Anne...what beautiful photo's! Such a dreamy place ...I bet it was fun shooting in those surroundings. Congratulations to you!
Have a wonderful day.
Maura :)
Anne, You should really be proud, your photos are beautiful. I understand your excitement. I was recently chosen to be in the Cloth Paper Scissors 2012 calendar. I can't wait to hold it in my hands. Thanks, Cindy
Ooh, looks really pretty! I'd love to win!
I feel like I've known you forever so I am so proud of you and for you! Would love to win!
...and I'm always afollowin'!
Of course, I want to play...but no matter who wins...I am going to get my hands on both of these...I can't wait to see your work...CONGRATULATIONS!
Rene
I just found you blog today and I must say it is beautiful! I added you into my favorites folder. So many pretty pictures. Your home is stunning!
Thank you for sharing a part of your world.
Shelly
I am a follower now! :-)
Hey Anne, I picked up the magazine yesterday. Your photos are stunning! I love everything about the article. I really love seeing your name :)
Love this giveaway, too!
Already a follower :)
Becky C
I am one of your new followers...#1839...Bea u ti ful home, blog and photo's!
I added your giveaway to my sidebar :)
Becky C
Congrats on the magazine feature, too!! Will need to find me a copy :) xo ~Dawn
Adding your link to my FB page! Everything is so stunning! Thanks for sharing! ~Dawn
http://www.facebook.com/pages/shabbychatue/125704280796543
so beautiful and pretty! Exciting news:)
xo
wow, what an amazing give away!! Congratulations on being part of this beautiful magazine and, yes, sadly, Fifi's last issue. She is also so amazing and has such a huge heart that matches her huge talent for style. Both gifts are truly generous and amazing. I would be giddy to win such wonderful gifts. Thank you so much.
xox Rella
Ohhhh and I am a follower of your beautiful blog.
xox Rella
WOW, I would love to win both of those...thanks for the giveaway....love you blog
hugs
Brenda
I am a follower!
Brenda
I finally figured out how to add a giveaway button and have added yours!!
~Trisha
Yay for you! I am so proud of you! You are one talented and special lady! Thanks for the chance to win!!
xo
Polly
And of course I'm a follower!!
What a fabulous giveaway! Thanks!
I'm a new follower :)
I've added the button to my sidebar. www.kluckingbear.blogspot.com
How exciting for you!! The photos look absolutely beautiful! I would be so thrilled to win this - fingers crossed! :)
I'm a follower! :) xo
Wow! What a wonderful opportunity you had and you made much of it. Congrats!
Kim
First of all, I would like to say that I'm glad your back.
I have not gotten my Romantic Country magazine yet and am anxious to see what you have done. your photos are always so inspiring to me.
Linda
I am a follower of your blog and really missed you when you took some time off and am so glad you are back.
Linda
oh anne, that has to make a gal feel great! congrats, it looks beautiful. and makes me wonder what your magic photography could do for MY house, which is not white, not airy, and not warm and sunny~ what do you think of rain-soaked, moss-covered, fog and fog and fog island cabin in the forest??? want to take THAT challenge???
i'm glad to see some happy in your basket!
p.s. i'm a follower
and i'm not proud. i'm slapping your buttong on my blog pronto.
OMG....your photos are so beautiful...I can't wait to see more. I am already a faithful follower and want to say thanks for giving us the chance to win. Congrats on seeing your name published...truly an accomplishment.
Gorgeous photos as always. What huge honor this is and such a wonderful opportunity to show how very talented you are.
I'm already a follower.
Dreams do come true! Sign me up my dear.
Hey, in case you haven't noticed, I'm a follower :)
I posted your fabulous giveaway on my sidebar.
I grabbing your Texas size button to add to my blog now.
I'd love to win
Entry #1
I'd love to win
# 2 I'm following
I'd love to win
entry # 3
I'm adding your button to my blog
congratulations to you! your photos are so beautiful...i look forward to reading the new issue!! enjoy your sweet success, it is truly deserved :)
Anne,
Wow! Congratulations on that photo shoot! Can't wait to buy that issue..:).
Thanks for the giveaway of Romantic Prairie Style, I bought my copy early but would love to give one to my best friend....thanks for the chance.
Forgot to add that I'm a follower too!!! Sorry....:)
Stunning photos. Can't wait to see more. Congratulations!
I am a new follower. Thanks for this great giveaway.
I forgot to mention that I am a follower Anne!
I love this, you are wonderful with color. I will return now that I have found you. I am a newbie, to your blog, but not for long :) Mary
Congrats, this is so awsome!!! Mary:)
So happy for you Anne!
Kim:)
Of course I am a follower! Lol.
Kim:)
Well, I think probably the 300+ people ahead of me used up all the superlatives available in the English language....
And probably many in other languages as well.
So, I'll just say you done swell and ask to be signed up for your giveaway.
Thanks!!!
Would love to be entered in the giveaway!
Just became a follower also--count me in again please...
CONGRATULATIONS ANNE!!! That is wonderful and you so deserve to be in there, your photos are beautiful! I would love to own both of these, my heart is racing now at the thought of having my name pulled from the hat! xoxo
I am ofcourse a follower XOXO
I love this blog..the pictures in Romantic Country are just yummy to look at...I am not very good at doing these giveaways and leaving comments...I am not a computer tech at all..if anyone feels moved to help me out, I would really appreciate it. I have my own blog and would love to do a giveaway on it but am not sure how t accomplish the either. I really do love this blog..it is very inspirational and I hope my comment has given me an entry into the giveaway...again if someone would be so kind as to give me some guidance on how to work with this part of our shabby chic, farm house world I ould be so grateful. Thanks so much...you are all wonderful people. Sincerely, Becky
PS My name is Rebecca, which I really like bit have been called Becky my whole life so far..I do have an online site also, Becky's Rose Cottage..take a peek if you are not too busy..I do hope someone stops to lend me a helping hand on these giveaway instructions. Have a fantastic day! Hugs to all, Becky
I am now a proud follower of this gorgeous blog...thanks, Becky
I just know that before the weekend is through some nice person is going to stop by and give me a helping hand...sharing their wonderful knowledge to make be a better blogger....I have already met so many really good people on here that my faith tells m that I will be helped out...thank you, Lord. XO, Becky
I do follow you.You have such a wonderful give-away.........Am I allowed to join???,Or is it US only??
I'm from the netherlands and of course should like to win!!!
Beautiful pics....congratulations!
Shut the Front Door! It looks Awesome Annie Girl!
I am so proud of you I could bust my buttons,,,errr, only not wearing any!
Congrats, you are the best, and of COURSE I'd like to win!
Hugs, Love and a Bus!
Shell
Of Course I'm a follower!
Shell
Will post IF my puter lets me,I've had a hard time "Grabbing Buttons" or even saving to a file/desktop,,,Hmmm
Have a great Weekend,,,,,We're gonna be Hoppin' at Joyworks!
Congratulations!!What an honor!!
Following!...happily....for a long time!!
The peek you gave us of the magazine is simply beautiful and I really, really want to win!
YOUR PICTURES ARE SO LOVELY I AM HAPPY FOR YOU CONGRATULATIONS,ROMANTIC COUNTRY IS A WONDERFUL MAGAZINE ,MAY GOD CONTINUE TO BLESS YOU ,YOUR ART IS BEAUTIFUL YOUR TOUCH FOR BEAUTY ,ADORABLE.MAY THIS BE YOUR STEP TO THE TOP....BIG HUG AND BLESSINGS...SANDRA
I M ALRREARY A FALLOWER. YOU INSPIRE ME..SANDRA
Congrats on reaching your photography dreams...your talent is cleary a beautiful gift!
Abby
Already a follower:)
Just posted a pic on my sidebar:)
How exciting for you--congratulations! I have been reading all about this book all over the place and can't wait to get my hands on it! If I don't win it, I'm going to have to break down and buy it!!! Thanks for the chance to get this very special copy!
I am also now a follower of your blog as lakecorv aka kathy.bruner
Wow-eeee what wonderful work! Can't wait to see the real deal article. Congratulations to you.
I'm already a happy follower and my is this a fab giveaway! I'm dying to see that book!
lastly, i have posted your giveaway on my sidebar, hope that counts. i'm going back now to drool over all your gorgeous pictures again! Have a wonderful week.
~Stacey
Oh please, oh please pick me :). So beautiful !
Kristen
searchforgod@yahoo.com
I'm a follower. I have been for a while. I guess I never clicked on.
Kristen
searchforgod@yahoo.com
In spite of great odds against my winning, I'm signing up with great optimism :)
Congratulations on your achievement. I'm going to look for a copy at Barnes & Noble.
Congratulations! You did a beautiful job.
Lovely offer, although my entry will get lost in the crowd....but you never know until you try!
And I became a follower!
congratulations, Anne! THE PHOTOS ARE BREATHTAKING!!please enter me in your drawing. thanks, Cheryl
i am also a new follower!.......Cheryl
Wow. what an incredible experience for you. Seeing your name in print along with those great photographs. Definitely a dream come true. I am reading this blog, but also a follower of yours and have left a note from time to time. I come here each day, to see what words of wisdom and snippets of photographs you will share with us.
Would love, like everybody else !, to win the prize!
But mostly I simply wanted to tell you how happy I am for you in this new direction you are following. You richly deserve this.
in fond regard, Tilda
What a wonderful tribute to your talents! So thrilled for you! Sign me up, too
I am officially now a happy follower! sign me up again! Thanks!!!
Hi Anne! I'm so glad you stopped by and said hi so I could meet YOU! :)
what a haven! Love your photos, and congrats on the magazine. That is a dream come true. Great giveaway! I've been wanting this book for a while!
i grabbed your spring button also--so sign me up for the 3rd time!
I am now following as well. :)
I left a message earlier and it is not showing, so am reposting. I am a follower and have been for some time. I am thrilled for your success in the photography you are embracing, and always happy with all your new directions.
in fond regard, Tilda
Oh My Goodness, so many comments!
Please put me in your draw, I'd love to see your photography in the 'flesh'.
xx
And I have been a happy follower for a while - I LOVE YOUR BLOG!
x
And I've put your button on my sidebar!
Thank you,
xx
CONGRATULATIONS!! I would love to win. Deb chedeb5353@hotmail.com
I am number 377 to leave a comment....THREE HUNDRED AND SEVENTY SEVEN ANNE!!! That is so awesome! You are so loved! & I guess not just by me :)
And SIX PAGES!! Who gets SIX PAGES!!! I am so excited for you & I hope you really get to enjoy this to the fullest & that the joy hasn't warn off yet because honestly...it's really cool! And I know EXACTLY what I want to read when I finally DO get to go to the hospital on Tuesday :)...hopefully...& I didn't even THINK to play the famous blogger card :) ...well I might not be famous but that is why I will play this card, "Do you know who I am???...I am friends with ANNE LORYS!!!" Then I am sure I won't have a problem in the world!...Maybe I should bring the Tinkerbelle card as proof!...yep...that is the angle I am going with! Now go get some rest & hang with that hubby of your :) Have a beautiful Sunday!!
New follower. Deb chedeb5353@hotmail.com
I hope I am not posting this twice...If I do you can erase it but I didn't see it pop up so I am trying again :) :
I am number 380 to leave a comment....THREE HUNDRED AND SEVENTY SEVEN ANNE!!! That is so awesome! You are so loved! & I guess not just by me :)
And SIX PAGES!! Who gets SIX PAGES!!! I am so excited for you & I hope you really get to enjoy this to the fullest & that the joy hasn't warn off yet because honestly...it's really cool! And I know EXACTLY what I want to read when I finally DO get to go to the hospital on Tuesday :)...hopefully...& I didn't even THINK to play the famous blogger card :) ...well I might not be famous but that is why I will play this card, "Do you know who I am???...I am friends with ANNE LORYS!!!" Then I am sure I won't have a problem in the world!...Maybe I should bring the Tinkerbelle card as proof!...yep...that is the angle I am going with! Now go get some rest & hang with that hubby of your :) Have a beautiful Sunday!!
What a wonderful treat to see some of the pictures and see your name there in print! Kudos to you and Thanks for such a great giveaway!
Wow! I have never seen a post with so many comments! But I would follow you no matter what...
What a great post!
Beautiful pictures! Well done! Great giveaway as well!
Great photos! I hope to win!
Officially following now too!
:)
OMG, did you see you have 383 comments on this post! Congrats on the pics chick....you have done went Hollywood on us! Hugs, Janna
What a wonderful gift somebody is going to win.....you are so sweet, but to look at your home, it is as gorgeous as you must be sweet...but, the fun part is I am now a follower and I have put your blog on my home page, so I won't miss a thing that you write....thanx tons...Susan
How wonderfully generous of you to offer this give away, but the real blessing is your lovely lovely blog! It is such a joy to visit every time! Blessings to you and congrats on your successful publication. ~ Katie
Oh my goodness, Anne! First a HUGE congratulations! Your work is stunning and I am so very happy for you. Second, I can't wait to see more photos from this shoot. Everything is just so soft and beautiful.
And I am of course a follower!
I left two comments but I think they may have gotten lost in cyberspace so I will try again. First, CONGRATULATIONS!!!! You must be pinching yourself. Your work is stunning and I am so very happy for you. Second, I cannot wait to see more photos from this shoot. Everything is so soft and beautiful.
what lovely photos! congrats!
thank you for the giveaway!
this looks like a wonderful book!! Thank you for this lovely give away!
Hello. What fun that you found to our blog, then of course we found your blog. It's one of the best things about blogs that you constantly get new contacts and impressions. What fun to see that we're not that far apart in terms of style country interior.
Hugs Anette
I would love to win! Please pick me...
Posted on my sidebar!
What a great giveaway and congrats on your ventures! You've got such style! Suzie purrpage3 at verizon dot net
I've been a follower for quite a while! Suzie purrpage3 at verizon dot net
I added your giveaway button on my blog too! Suzie purrpage3 at verizon dot net
Congratulations, Miss Anne! I will be purchasing this one! :-) It's beautiful! But I knew it would be!
Hugs! Diane
I'm a new follower and a rss subscriber!
Your photos have a lovely ethereal quality to them!
Congratulations!
Thanks for having a giveaway!
XO,
Laura Jane
How exciting! Your pictures are dreamy! The magazine looks wonderful! The book looks fabulous! Enter me, please.
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