Oh God, as I bring my subject into
focus and prepare to make each Portrait, never let me forget that I'm creating
treasures for some family, a keepsake for loved ones...
Make me sensitive to the qualities and
virtues of others, that I may draw out into the light, the beautiful radiant
belongings of their hearts....
Help me Oh Lord, to be an artist, collecting
the beauty of every soul, the glow of youth, the wisdom of age, the gentleness,
the laughter or tears of each life that is precious in thy sight...
Deeper than a means of livelihood, give
me the perspective to see my photographer's art as a service to others,
making life richer and more memorable....
And, Dear Lord, between the lights and
shadows, the ups and downs and the rolling years, keep me from getting
out of focus or off center, so that my life and work may be framed with
dignity and colored with contentment...
