In this post,
I shared a bit about overcoming my fears and insecurities,
insofar as they relate to how I run this here blog.
I promised that the focus of my little corner of the net
would be more on what's going on in the Twig household,
and that's still the plan.
But I simply must alert you to a beautiful, inspiring new website
belonging to my sweet, amazing friend
Gosh, I love this gal!
She is a true Renaissance woman in every sense of the word...
Most of you probably know her from her highly influential blog,
She is an accomplished photographer and photo stylist,
and her work has been featured in
Artful Blogging, Somerset Life, Romantic Country, Where Women Create,
Somerset Home and Romantic Homes, just to name a few.
{photo courtesy Carol Spinski}
Her GORGEOUS 1865 farmhouse will be featured in the fabulous Fifi O'Neill's
She is also an antique dealer,
and is co-owner of the vintage shop Raised in Cotton in Raymore, Missouri.
She is an RN, a wife and a mom.
Heck, this gal does it ALL!
But to me, she has been a creative lifeline and a godsend.
Always just an e-mail or a text message away, she has helped me immeasurably
as I have struggled to grow as a photographer.
{photos courtesy Carol Spinski}
Always there with an encouraging word or a suggestion,
her cheerleading has truly helped me to believe in myself.
I truly would not have had the courage to recently take on
my first big photo shoot had it not been for Carol.
She believed I could master my scary Nikon D700,
and whaddaya know?
She was right. :-)
Having selflessly helped me with my fears and insecurities,
I think that EVERYBODY needs a Carol in their life!
Happy Wednesday!
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43 comments:
Anne, what a wonderful friend and mentor you have! Carol is such a talented lady. I can't wait to head over and visit, but her pictures you posted are amazing!!!! I love the picture of her home in the snow. Yes, we all need someone like her in our life to push us to our limit and make us believe in ourselves. So glad that she has been such an inspiration to you, Anne, because you are a very TALENTED lady yourself. (And I just know that God has some wonderful things in store for you!) I can't wait to see more of your work. Hopefully the two of you will get to meet each other one day. Wouldn't you both have a lot to share with each other? It's interesting that you both are in the medical field. Beautiful lady with equally beautiful pictures. Thanks for sharing Carol with us. Love & blessings from NC!
Quick comment...Carol and I HAVE met!
Last year at the Warrenton blog party. She's a doll! :-)
Anne
Those are the kinda friends everyone wishes they had! Taking a stroll over to Carols place to meet this lovely lady! :)
Wow ~ I'm going to head over and see this talented lady. So glad she has been such an inspiration to you. LOVE her farmhouse. ;-)
I’m heading to Carol’s right now. Thanks for sharing your inspiration and mentor. We all need this in our lives and its what keeps many of us going.
What's that song??? Ahh yes..."we get by with a little help from our friends."
Friends truly are gifts we give ourselves. And who better to pick out gifts we actually like? ;)
xx, shell
I just love reading Carol's blog. She is full of great information, beautiful photos and tons of inspiration. She is a very talented person. Carol live sort of close to me, and I hope to meet her in person one of these days!
I am one of your newest followers and so glad that I am I look forward to reading and dreaming of all the beautiful thing you post.
~~Pattie~~
What a wonderful inspiration!! It's such a blessing to have those guiding figures in our lives.....treasure her. Take care....
I follow her blog and love it. It's all so beautiful...like yours.
I'm really looking forward to the new book, and I'd love to see her home in person! Great post!
xoxo,
D
ps more snow...I'm frozen.
Carol, I must proudly say, was one of my loyal commenters from way back five years ago ...
i truly did nor recognize her magnitude way back then ...
uh hum ... NOW I get it!!
Isn't it wonderful when you find someone in your life who can be so inspirational, iconic even, yet 'real'. These types of friends are so few and far between but when you find one you know that you have been blessed. I'm so glad for you Anne that your paths crossed so that you could overcome your fears. And thank you for sharing Carol with all your blog buds - she has also been an inspiration to me too!
Wow she is amazing! What a house she has!
I will have to visit.
I love your new banner!
Pamela :)
WOW is all I can say! Beautiful photos and what a great talent. Loved the pixs and now am headed over to her blog. Have a great evening.
Take care, Sue
SO BEAUTIFUL...not one I didn't like. What talent!!!!
Amy (Mom to the Four Sisters)
Hi Anne, I have been following Carol's blog/turned website Raised in Cotton for a while , and I love it! Her photography and styling are soo amazing, and inspiring! She's wonderful! And so are you!!!
A true friend will cheer you on and inspire to you be whatever you want, you are truly blessed to have her in your life and standing with you through your changes.
I will head over there to see your awesome talented friend. Her photos you post are breathtaking, she does have a gift.
I so agree with you, Anne. I think Carol is beautiful herself and everything she does is gorgeous. I love when I see that she has posted something new. Her photos make my heart go pitter patter.
The pictures are superb! Wonderful.
Oh my goodness! That photo of her dining room with the white pumpkin has such because one of my FAVORITE spaces ever! Thanks so much for sharing, Anne!
I do love her photography Anne. So wonderful you were able to find someone to help you behind the scenes of your beautiful photography =)
Her blog is lovely and her photos amazing. You both have such an amazing eye for beauty.
~Heidi
Her blog is fabulous. I've enjoyed it for some time. You are two peas in a pod! ~ Sarah
Two observations...
A truly self-confident person is always willing to share without fear and...
A true friend isn't afraid to shine the spotlight on their friends and are content to stand back in the shadow.
Debbie
I've read Raised In Cotton for quite some time now and always loved it.
And now there will be double the fun!
Yay!
she does have gorgeous photos!
Rosa
I am so glad that you have such a wonderful friend in your life.
Along with you she is one of my favorites!
Raised In Cotton is a stunning blog - I love to pop over for an ogle just as I do here at Fiona and Twig - such inspirational styling and images, I rarely come away feeling anything other than burgeoning with new creative ambition! :-)
Jem xXx
Not only do I love Carol's blog but I am always reading about all the wonderful things you do. You are soooooo talented. Can't wait to see the next blog.
Carol
freshlinenscottonandlace.blogspot.com
I can't think of a better mentor for you!
Carol has a heart of gold!!!
XO
One of my "favs" already!
I just love all those photos! What a great friend to have!
Ya know, your photos ain't to shabby!!!
What a sweet and tenderhearted tribute to your friend. Carol is indeed amazing!!
Love,
Susan and Bentley
xxoo
Hi,
I just love Carol, she is so talented and nice.
Love here work, her home etc.
You are very talented yourself.
Hope you are well.
XO,
Rosemary
Her photos = purely magical! I enjoy her blog!
Hugs,
Lara
I am always inspired by Carol and enjoy her blog!
Just like I am inspired by you and your blog!
how wonderful that she has been able to mentor you in your photography! i do love her website/blog! i love to take photos and edit them, etc. i really need a new camera, a nice one, but not one that is overwhelming. i'm going to have to do a lot of research on finding the right one for me...i'm excited to get a new digital camera though! i was once a photography major in college, but that was before the rise of digital, so i am not too familiar with digital cameras besides my point and shoot. do you have any recommendations for cameras in addition to the one you use? i would love any input you have, as your photos are so pretty! sorry this is so loooooong....
Thanks,
XO,
Stacey
Oh, yes, Anne, I can see why you and Carol have become good friends ~ you are two peas in a pod! Her blog and online store are amazing. Thanks for passing her info on to us!
I hope your pipes are all thawed out and things are back to normal at your place!
Blessings,
Laurie
Oooh! Carol's photos are divine. Heading over to her blog right now :-)
~ Clare x
Carol is the best. I've been her room mate on a few trips and I have to say, she is one of the funnest people to sit up late and laugh with. You need to come to KS and hang out in person!!
What a great friend that Carol is to you. I met her at Silver Bella last fall and was so happy to be able to tell her that I think she has the most beautiful laundry room, ever at that gorgeous farmhouse of hers.
OMGosh I'm heading there now!!! xo ~Lili
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