The Love tree

Love grows here.

Cartuna- Steve Wirtz- artist-sculptor

First off, I'm a sucker for anything sculpture, from mini-HUGE, up-cycled to shiny new, I heart it all (mostly).

I first came across Steve Wirtz's animated, playful, and beautiful, dog sculptures at Companion Art gallery. I happen to have my photography there as well. A great place for gifts for yourself or loved one(s).

It wasn't until I was at Discovery World, The Artisan Market, this past December, that I personally met him.
Steve has a funny & corny sense of humor which shows in his work. A super swell guy as well. We chatted about being a self- employed artists, and I asked a million questions about his craft. He is just as patient as he is swell!

I went to visit him in his studio last week to check out his art in progress. Check out more of his work around town and online!

http://www.cartuna.net/

http://companionartgallery.com/ Dog and cat art.

Scotties in the Snow!

Have I ever mentioned how much I like to photograph dogs in the snow? Well, I'm telling ya now. It's a great backdrop plus it makes winter enjoyable. Maggie & Sterling also had fun in the snow on our shoot.

BTW- In case you missed my post about my new photography book "For the Love of Dogs" it is now online for a preview as well as for sale. I have to say I'm pleased as punch how well it turned out. See post below for more information.

HAPPY 2012! My first Photography Book!

Here is my first photography book "For the Love of Dogs". Self published at Blurb. You can preview the book and order one as well. I'm hoping it gets into a Milwaukee gallery for the Spring gallery night. Wish me luck! I personally own this book. I'm pleased as punch with how it turned out!

http://www.blurb.com/bookstore/detail/2881614

Snowflakes & Earrings!

I forgot how much I enjoyed making snowflakes this time of year, until I pulled out my beads and just started playing! These look great hanging in a window or on a tree!

They are for sale at MARN's Artibles Sale -open all this week, 12-19-12-24
5407 W. Vliet, Milwaukee.
Mon-Wed 12-7
Thurs. & Fri. 11-7
Saturday 10-5
Also, I have PIXessories (silver plated), magnets, photo viewers AND k9 greeting cards at MARN as well.
These little gems are now 0ffered through me or pick up a pair at Magnolia & Co.

http://magnoliaandcompany.com/
http://sbartzphotography.com/index.php

Happy Holidays!
Stef

Louie!

I first met Louie about 8-9 years ago as a youngster. We met at a charity event for Gilda's Club. Oh and at that same event, I met his wonderful owner, Marie. :) He was as sweet & adorable then as he is now. In case you're wondering, he's a Plott Hounds. He has done therapy work in nursing homes and is the cover boy (winter issue) for Fetch Magazine!
http://issuu.com/fetchmagazine/docs/2011_winter

This is the last week to vote for best pet photographer. Ends Dec. 18th-Sunday!
http://wisn.cityvoter.com/stephanie-bartz-photography/biz/90549

Wolf!

This is Wolf, my dear friend Shannon and her hubby's 2nd boy. He's a happy 7 week old baby. Just look at all that beautiful black hair!
I'm looking forward to watching their little boys grow up.