This post marks the third year I’ve shared, what I believe to be, the best images of the year. It’s a project I look forward to and dread all at the same time. The selection process is sometimes easy, but most often, it feels like picking which children I love most—nearly impossible. But I’ll admit, it’s entirely worth it. This tradition (can I call it that yet?) helps me process all that I’ve accomplished and experienced in a year’s time and has really become a vital step in my planning process for the years to come.
Thank you to everyone who has made this year such a success—from my wonderful clients, to all those who’ve worked hours and hours to make this body of work possible, I couldn’t do it without you!
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