See you at Winston Wächter Fine Art Gallery

I am showing at Winston Wächter Fine Art Gallery from January 8 until February 27! It is a beautiful gallery space, stop by and have a look.

AND if that was not enough fun! "hoop: the american dream" was featured on KIRO TV Seattle Insider, go see the slideshow here.

 And interviewed by Kiro TV. Exciting!

Thrilled to have my photo published of #Oprah at her home in Montecito, CA with her dogs in my favorite section of

 "What I Know For Sure" in #OMagazine!

Pinch me!

So much fun today recording a segment for King 5 Evening Magazine with Michael King about hoop: the american dream, airing next Tuesday night! NO... I'm NOT short, it just looks that way cuz I'm on a downward slope!

Many things goin' on

Right now my life has been taken over with the release of my book- "hoop: the american dream". Have you been keeping up with the shooting hoop blog that follow me on my adventure? While we were making this incredible trek across the U.S. shooting hoops, we kept notes and now I get to blog about every day of this adventure. Today was remembering when we adopted *three* dogs. Kim and I read this blog and still can't believe that we actually made this trip, shot all of those basketball hoops, adopted three dogs and lived to tell the tale!

On September 3, 2013, I met Jason Collins at the 2nd Annual A Plus Youth Program, “Principles to Live By Gala”. The mission of the A Plus Youth Program is to use sports as a vehicle to provide the educational resources and character development necessary for student-athletes to succeed in life. We had a great night there and I signed and sold books, and posters and met some new friends.

Next week, I am teaching at creativeLIVE Photo Week. The best and brightest photographers working today, connecting you with your heroes in real time. Broadcast over six days, Photo Week is one of the most ambitious events the photography industry has ever seen.

I am getting settled into my new home. Lots of moving, remodeling, unpacking. Had a big birthday party (50!) at my new place last month with many friends flying in from all over to help me celebrate. Will blog about that adventure later.

Tonight, I am busy signing books at the Seattle Storm game. Woo Hoo.

A Plus Youth Program

I'm so excited to be a guest speaker along with Jason Collins, at the 2nd Annual A Plus Youth Program, "Principles to Live By Gala" in Seattle, September 3, 2013!

I will be sharing behind the scenes stories and where I got my inspiration for my upcoming book, hoop: the american dream.

The mission of the A Plus Youth Program is to use sports as a vehicle to provide the educational resources and character development necessary for student-athletes to succeed in life. To learn more about how you can help A Plus Youth Program, visit their website, www.aplusyouthprogram.org.

See you there?

Nikon Ambassador!

It's a privilege and honor to have been asked to represent Nikon as an ambassador for the United States! I am one of 16 photographers to receive this honor — the first time Nikon has done this in the U.S.

Nikon has been a part of my life for over 30 years and I am extremely grateful for this amazing opportunity! Thank you Nikon!

http://www.nikonusa.com/en/Learn-And-Explore/Nikon-Ambassadors/index.page

PRESS RELEASE

"Nikon Ambassadors are some of the most talented and influential visual artists working in the business today. These gifted, spirited storytellers go above and beyond most, and are admired for their passion, energy and commitment to their craft. Their investment in, and trust, of the Nikon brand are cornerstones to their image making abilities. 

As a loyal partner, a Nikon Ambassador’s commitment and contributions to the photographic industry throughout their careers have influenced and inspired photographers around the world. Their desire to educate and empower other image-makers around them has become a part of their daily business. From workshops to trade show platforms, online learning and social media, Nikon Ambassadors represent the most versatile and ambitious photographers today and are respected around the globe for their vision and accomplishments. 

The dedication to advancing the art of visual storytelling while embracing and mastering the latest technologies and trends in the field are paramount to these photographers being selected as Nikon Ambassadors. As the top visual storytellers of this era, their advanced techniques, unprecedented creativity and tenacious approach to imaging solutions is demonstrated assignment after assignment, each and every time they pick up a Nikon camera."

Dreams do come true

This time last year, after a month on the road, Kim and I were pulling up to my driveway with a van full of dogs, basketball hoops, photography equipment, thousands of photographs and a dream that I would publish my book in a year.

My book 'hoop: the american dream™' is available for preorder now on Amazon and Barnes&Noble. The website, hoop the american dream is up and running. I have started a blog to document my adventure. Go check it all out!

My dream!

My new book, hoop the american dream, is on sale now on Amazon! I traveled across American photographing unique basketball hoops and childhood hoops of some of the most revered players of our time! (Shaquille O'Neal, LeBron James, Jerry West (he wrote my forward!) and many more! They gave me quotes and childhood memories to go along with some of the photos. It's a beautiful coffee table book and a portion of the proceeds are going to the Pat Summitt Foundation, supporting the fight against Alzheimer's (she is also in the book). 

Here's where to pre-order the book: http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/1576876713

 

 

PawNation

On PawNation - Celebs Share Sweet Moments With Pets in 'A Letter to My Dog'.

Let's Talk About Dogs

Let's Talk About Dogs With Cynthia Greenburg-Dunlop on Adrenaline Radio. Listen to the podcast here. ;)

Best camera!

Yesterday was the last day of Imaging USA. Thank you Nikon for having me here, what an honor. And especially thank you for making the worlds best camera equipment!

Awesome Altanta

I am having a great time speaking on Shooting from the Heart at Imaging Expo 2013 for Nikon.

Staying at the Omni. And my view at night.

Two of my photos were feature on the Nikon display (Thank you, Nikon!)

Boxed in

I just discovered Nikon displayed my photography on their D3200 Digital SLR Camera product box. Thank you, Nikon! That is a big WOW from me. ;)

Shooting from the Heart *today*

So excited to be speaking in behalf of Nikon today in Atlanta at Imaging USA‏.

Shooting from the Heart

I will be speaking on Shooting from the Heart at Imaging Expo 2013 for Nikon (booth 1128). If you going, there is this cool little flash map to see and schedule what booths you want to visit during the Expo. Come see me speak on January 20th!

Love (dogs), Actually

Just wanted to let you know that the Seattle Humane Society is also selling A Letter To My Dog and 100% of the proceeds go to the animals! I believe quite a few are signed by me as well. Hope you can go by there and not only buy a book, but adopt an animal!!!!!

What are you waiting for?  ;)

Let it snow!

Georgia says, "what's that white stuff?"

Sunset ride

Coming home from Los Angeles.

Elliott Bay Book Company

As my digital scrapbook, I want to remember my night at Elliott Bay Book and the wonderful people I met.

Cuddle Time!

Travis and I sneak in some cuddle time.

New York Social Diary

Liz Smith review in the New*York*Social*Diary, Monday, December 10, 2012, reviewing A Letter to My Dog. It is so exciting!

Elliott Bay Book Company

That was so thrilling. Reading my story and signing my book. Thank you, Elliott Bay Book Company for inviting me. That was fun!

Thank you, Liz Smith!

 Liz Smith, Columnist for The Huffington Post Entertainment has recommended A Letter to My Dog!

"So now I want to show you a book of photos and love letters from A Letter to My Dog: Notes to Our Best Friends with photos by Robin Layton and it is a handsome little Christmas gift for those of you who dote on dogs. And you are legion. Here are just a few pictures by Robin with love letters from Tony Bennett to "Happy"... Kristin Chenoweth to "Maddie"... Fran Drescher to "Esther"... Hilary Duff to "DuBois"... Chelsea Handler to "Chunk"... Mariel Hemingway to Bindu"... Kathy Najimy to "Princess and Petie"... Rosie O'Donnell to "Missy"... Tatum O'Neal to "Mr. Pickle"....Tyler Perry to "Aldo, Peter, Paul and Mary"... Kelly Preston to "Bear"... Robin Roberts to "KJ"... Oprah Winfrey to "Sadie and Luke"... Cynthia McFadden to "Sparky" and so many others.  Buy this book and contribute to the Humane Society of the U.S.  Or contact the award-winning Ms. Layton at Chronicle Books. THIS IS A REAL MUST FOR YOUR DOG LOVER FRIENDS AT CHRISTMAS!"

What I was reading

Interview and book review at The Cape Times and a review in the IOL Daily News.

Capture the moment and a dinner

VIP Dinner for Eight with Celebrity Photographer Robin Layton. This is a Hutch Holiday Gala Live Auction for Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, a world leader in research to prevent, detect and treat cancer and other life-threatening diseases.

"Join Robin Layton, an award winning photojournalist and renowned artist, for an exclusive private dinner party in her North Bend home. At the age of 24, LIFE Magazine named her one of the most talented photographers in America. This in-demand photographer’s impressive client list includes; President Obama, Oprah Winfrey, Sarah Jessica Parker and Jennifer Aniston. While you’re enjoying the view, dinner will be prepared for you by not just one award-winning Tom Douglas chef – but three. Wine pairings will be provided by DeLille Cellars and personally selected for you by owners Stacy and Greg Lill."

I feel honored to be paired with Ellen DeGeneres.

Good Morning GMA!

It was a great honor and privilege being on GMA with Tony Bennett this morning!!! Book creator Lisa Erspamer and her adorable sidekick, Lily were there with me. Below is a photo by Lisa Erspamer of the segment.

Here is Tony Bennett's letter to his dog, Happy. 'A Letter to My Dog': Celebs Pay Tribute to Their Furry Friends on GMA/Yahoo.

Lisa, Lily, Tony Bennett in the green room.

Or watch the video here.