
I have been toying with how to break the news to you... Late at night, I would design some cute picture involving the husband and the pups, just the pups, just the husband but of course, I always ran out of time. It's been a whirlwind since May. Workshops, cookbook shoots, some editorial shoots. Lots of travel. Lots of packing and unpacking.
Well...there will be one more big swoop of packing. But not a couple of suitcases. A few many boxes actually.
We are moving! To Birmingham, Alabama...!
No, Bill did not take a job there. I did.
I am completely stocked and thrilled to announce that I am the new Senior Photographer for Oxmoor House, cookbook publisher of titles such as Southern Living, Cooking Light, Health, Sunset.
Now can I do this? : !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Never mind...I just did!!!!! (and more)
If you know me well, you know that I am right now smiling wide but quietly while inside, I am jumping up and down like a crazy woman. I get to photograph all sorts of cookbooks throughout the week. Different titles, styles, authors, recipes. A dream.
Oxmoor House emailed and asked me if I would consider coming down for a test shoot for the position. I flew to Birmingham, test shot for two days with super nice, creative and dedicated art director, food stylists, prop stylists, photographers, etc.... My excitement and desire to be part of the team grew stronger. But I knew I had to put this in the back of my head. There was Ireland coming up, then Seattle, a couple of cookbooks and editorials to be photographed. More workshops.
Then finally last week, I heard the news that I had gotten the job. I called my parents and told them the news. My mom asked "is that good?". I laughed so hard. Nerves. "Yes, mom. It's really good." For the first time, it hit me. The reality of the future ahead.
So yes, we are relocating. We are both super excited, not only about the job but about the possibilities ahead. New places to see, new friends to be made. New favorite hang outs to find.
It's all good...
I hope you are smiling along with us. I will continue to blog, but bear with me as I make the transition to another rhythm and city. It might take me a few days to get my bearings when it happens next months.
A huge "Thank You" to Matt, Clare, Tami, Anita and Laura. You guys know why and how much you mean to me. Love you bundles.
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Congratulations!!!! That's really exciting. Maybe you can make more trips to Nashville too? I wish I could have met you when you were here visiting with Love & Olive Oil
Yeah!!!! Congratulations Helene :D So now I will have to visit Alabama too!!
Congratulations, Helen! It could not have happened to a nicer, more deserving person. Oxmoor House is very, very fortunate to have you!
Love you right back! I am so excited for you, proud of you, and thrilled at your new adventures. Couldn't happen to a nicer person. :)
This is so exciting! Congratulations!
FÉLICITATIONS Hélène !!! Bravo, je sens ton excitement à lire ton billet : c'est super ! (Ok... beaucoup trop de superlatifs dans mon commentaire... bon c'est pas grave !)
BIG CONGRATS! And oh, you'll be close to Coco at Roost Blog! Alabama is lucky to have you both!
super duper uber ridiculous major congratulations!!! you will totally excel!
Congratulations - that's wonderful news! And so very well-deserved.
Congratulations!!! That's fabulous news! What a dream job!
congratulations, for such a great news.. I'm happy for you
Fantastic news!! Congratulations!
This is amazing news! So happy for you.
I have been following your blog for a long time but never posted a comment. I can't resist here: CONGRATULATIONS! Wishing you all the best in the new, exciting adventure. Bon Vent!
Congrats on your new job - you are SO talented and they are lucky to have you, Helene!
And congrats on the big move - happy packing :)
I just love it when people share exciting news. I am jumping up and down with and share your huge happy grin. What a fantastic opportunity and I know you will do terrific and are ready for this next chapter! How do I know...when I don't even know you?? Because we just follow your blog...and it's wonderful.
How wonderful! And how fun! What a dream job!
What a fantastic position!
Looking forward to hearing about your new adventures. Your new neighbors are in for a more than just "a" treat!
Congratulations!!!, that good news XD, I am very happy for you, I love your photos and you are a great inspiration to me so I'm very very happy for you, I hope that this change will bring many joys and blessings to you.
Congratulations! What a great opportunity! I love your photography!
Oh my goodness, félicitations! I can't think of anyone who deserves it more.
Congratulations! That is such exciting news!
Moving is such an exciting thing : )
-Kirsten
mylifetintedpink.blogspot.com
PS LOVE the pink champagne :)
Big congratulations!!! I'm sure you'll do awesome - what a change it will but you're definitely up to the challenge!
fantastic!
Congratulations!!! That is fabulous news and they couldn't have picked a more inventive, creative and super talented photographer!! yahoo!
that is awesome news! very happy for you :-)
WAHOOOO!!!!
Wow! Congratulations Helene, great news. Good luck and lots of success in the surroundings. Hugs!
What exciting and wonderful news! Congratulations on a very cool job--you're going to have a blast down in Birmingham!
Congrats Helene! That is wonderful news! Since you will be closer to Atlanta, maybe we will see you either here or in Birmingham. Good luck with your move!
BEST. THING. EVER.
Oh My Goodness, this is absolutely amazing! Congratulations and I am so happy for you and your family. What an adventure, and achievement. So COOL!!!
Congratulations!!!
Congratulations!
Bill is a very supportive husband. You are very blessed to have him :)
I hope you will still continue with this blog?
Wonderful news - congratulations!
Many, many congratulations to you!
congratulations, helen!!
so excited for you, bill, and the pups!
what an exciting time it is for you guys!
i can't wait to hear more about your adventures in the dirty dirty south! ;)
i have family there in alabama, so maybe i can see you again one day!
blessings to you and your family!
love, sasha
Bravo à toi, quel défi ! C'est tout à fait mérité ...
Congratulations that is fantastic news. Can't wait to see some of your shots showing up in more books!
Wow that is amazing! Congratulations! You deserve it.
Oh Helene, that is such fantastic news. Congratulations!!!!
Congratulations! Just a huge fan, who just purchased Plate to Pixel this last weekend and love it!!! Does this mean you will stop doing workshops etc???
Helene! I'm so excited for you. Lucky them, lucky you! Sending you all kinds of {{{Applause}}} and wishes for passionate and thrilling times during this adventure!
Congratulations! That is really awesome.
Cheers,
Rosa
Fantastic!! Can't wait to see what your new adventures bring. So, so excited that you'll continue to share your journey with us. Much love.
Congrats and you're awesome and totally deserve it and all that jazz...but really...the big news is...YOU'RE AN HOUR FROM ME WITH THE TIME CHANGE! WOO ;) Rosé at Chez Fon Fon SOON. Love you! oxoxox
congratulations! I'm sure you'll do just fine!
Big smiles for you, Helene. So happy for you! Congratulations.
Congratulations on your new job, it sounds like a dream job! Hope your journey from your current home to the new home with be a smooth one :-)
Oh friend, I am beyond happy for you! Great things lie ahead for you and this is just the tip of the iceberg, I'm sure!
Wow! That's huge! Congratulations Helene! :)
I have to say that you have been my biggest inspiration - almost 2 years ago when I started my own blog as well now, when I'm taking my first steps as a young food photographer here in Estonia, yep, that far far away from U.S. :)
I've been admiring your blog and your work for years. I feel like there is so much to say, but..don't know exactly how to put them... I was really excited to read those lines and imagining how it must feel when your dreams (that you almost never dared to dream of), start coming true! I'm so happy for you, I know what it takes and I wish you both all the best in this new exciting journey! Congratulations again! Enjoy! :))
They are lucky to have you!! Hearty congrats!
Oh my gosh, Helene!! What wonderful news! I'm so excited for you, and THRILLED you are coming to Alabama!! Welcome!! :)
Congratulations!!!
Oh, Helene! I am SO smiling along with you! Congratulations on living this wonderful dream, and good luck to you and Bill as you relocate from your beloved Charleston to your new home. Such marvelous news!
CONGRATULATIONS!!!
Congratulations!
I'm so certain that this will be wonderful. Many congratulations!
YAAAAYYYYYY!!! SO thrilled for you! And for some of my favorite healthy eating magazines. Beyond excited! Congratulations!!
Congrats! As a Cooking Light Blogger, I cannot wait to see your pics!
Amazing news! Congratulations :)
They are so lucky to have YOU! Cheers to you sweets! xoxo
Congratulations Helene!! well done and well deserved! good luck and I hope hubby is happy too!!
Congrats! What a neat opportunity. Wish you all the luck!
So glad it's finally announced!!! We're so excited for you! You're amazing & we know you're going to be the most awesome photographer they've had :)
I am a photographer in Birmingham, have worked with Oxmoor quite a bit. I'd love to say hello when you get here! Congrats!
Jason Wallis
www.jasonwallis.com
Love your work! I am a photographer in Birmingham. I know the Oxmoor people well, and have worked with them. Great people, you'll love it. Id love to say hello when you make it to town!
Jason Wallis
www.jasonwallis.com
Pour une nouvelle, c'est une bonne nouvelle ! (Non, je ne travaille pas à la poste...) Félicitations !
congratulations--they're lucky to get you!
Congratulations! I've been a great fan of your blog and, especially, your photos. You inspire me and I am learning photography analysing your pictures! I love your esthetics.
Maja from Poland - a junior blogger:)
Oh my gosh, that's fantastic news! Congratulations!
Congrats, so exciting for you guys! And you know, Birmingham is just a short drive away from Nashville! :)
Congratulations Helene! So happy for you! And Birmingham has an awesome food scene too.
AWESOME!
Absolutely beyond thrilled for you! Couldn't be happier and so excited to follow along on your journey. xoxo Lauren
Fabulous news, Helen! I'm utterly thrilled for you. Can't wait to keep up with your adventures! xox
That's so exciting! Many congrats on your new gig and your upcoming move!
Congratulations, what a much deserved opportunity!
Congratulations!!!!
This is a great news...
Wishing you lots of success and fun in your new job and always!!!
CONGRATULATIONS Helene!!! This is sooo exciting!! Wohoo!!!
Congratulations! What great news.
Oh Helene!!! Many congrats & best wishes!!!! xoxo
Congratulations !!!
Wish to you every success to new job.
Kisses
Congratulations!!! Well done, u totally deserve it! i love ur work
Wow! Good for you! And for the rest of us, I guess we can look forward to the quality of photos improving in Oxmoors publications:-)
Congratulations!
WOW!!! Congrats!!! You are so talented it's not surprising that you would get such a dream job :D
Congratulations! You are very talented and it will be exciting to see your work in all the Oxmoor House publications !
How exciting!! One million congratulations!
Congrats, such great news! Good luck for the move :)
That is amazing news! Congrats!
So very, very excited for you -- I'll have to soak up your success through several of my favorite publications you listed and from continued writing and photos, here, I hope. Yay!
Congratulations!!!! You absolutely deserve it! Your photography is always so beautiful.
Fabulous news - well deserved!!!!
I've been reading your blog since its inception and I am thrilled for you! You are an inspiration and you deserve it:)
Yay!!! Congratulations! They are lucky to have you! :)
CONGRATULATIONS, Helene!!
Fantastic!! And so well deserved!
Congratulations!!
So happy for you Helene. Big hugs and congratulations!
I am sooo happy and excited for you!!! I'm happy dancing right with you! You deserve it! :)It couldn't happen to a nicer gal :)
Congratulations =))))
That's really neat. Congratulations and best wishes for a successful move and happiness in your new job.
very happy for u...congrats!!!
congrats....
So sorry that you are leaving beloved Charleston...but VERY excited for you! Congratulations!!!
Super big congratulations to you. It's wonderful to see how putting beautiful work into the world can create beautiful opportunities. Thank you for sharing the good news and inspiring us to keep on working hard to create pretty things!
Wishing you all the best in your new adventure! I was born and raised in Birmingham (currently live in Atlanta) and it took leaving for me to fully appreciate everything that (truly) magic city has to offer! You will find so many amazing foodie places to check out and day trips to Florence and Muscle Shoals are a must! :)
Emily
via Emily
WOW...good for you Helene. Fabulous! Good luck with the move! New horizons, new possibilities! Yay!
Woohoo! A real job with a regular paycheck and vacations and medical benefits! I hope you enjoy it. Congratulations on a dream job. And I'll see you in January at FB South.
Gasp! Congratulations! What an exciting (and well-deserved) opportunity!
Wow. This is really good news. Congrats!! Enjoy the adventure. And smile. And dance. And jump around.
Felicitations!!
oh wowweeee congratulations! such hard work, dedication and love for what you do has clearly paid off.
What a very HUGE announcement!
You absolutely deserve it!
Good Luck!
amazing news! Congratulations Helene. You so much deserve it.
Felicidades!
Congratulation, Helene! Fantastic and I am sure you will be great at your new job!
Congratulations! That's so stinking exciting! You deserve it and I'm so excited to see more of your work :)
Amazing news and so well deserved, congratulations!
Amazings news and so well deserved, congratulations!
Congratulations from Spain, Helene. It's a big change. I'm glad you will continue posting. Take it easy with the change. We'll wait for you.
Congratulations all the way from Cape Town South Africa. I feel like you are my virtual photography teacher as I have read your book twice and love your blog.
All the best of luck with your new venture.
Sam
Congratulations. I wish you and your husband every success in the adventures ahead.
congratulations!
¡¡Congratulations!! and good luck in your new job :)
Wow, what an exciting opportunity for you. Congratulations. You will do great!
From far away, I can feel the happiness. I'm so happy for you, Helene. Congratulations.
They couldn't have gotten anyone more talented - congratulations, Helen! <3
Congrats! well deserved!
Congratulations a new challenge and you'll succeed.
Congratulations!! That's fabulous news and well deserved. You will be amazing there, and I can't wait to see your photographs!
Congratulations! I'm such a huge fan of your blog, and I'm actually from Birmingham (but now live in NYC), so was so thrilled to see this post! My best friend also just started working at Oxmoor House, so I hope she gets to meet and work with you. Let me know if you want any suggestions about the city!
Ivy
WoW! Dreams really do come true! So happy for you and can't wait to watch it all unfold!
That is so exciting!! I'm such a huge fan of your blog and your work, and I actually grew up in Birmingham (my parents still live there), so I was thrilled to see this post! My best friend Jena just started working there as well, so I hope you get to meet her. Please let me know if you want any suggestions or have any questions about the city!
Ivy
yihuiivywu@gmail.com
Congratulations, that's so wonderful! You deserve it, you have incredible talent.
Lovely!
I grew up in central Alabama, and went to college in Tuscaloosa, so I'll be interested to find out your take on the move! Beware: It's going to be MUCH hotter there than the coast! LOL
I hope that you'll still do workshops from time to time...with my family all still in Alabama, I could actually reasonably make it to a workshop since I can leave my daughter the hour away with my parents!
(Get ready for the fall to be football crazy. I know here in SC we love our ball, but it's like a whole different animal down there!!)
That is great news. You inspired me for years and I aspire to reach some great achievements myself soon. So keep going and live your dream. Hope you will keep up the blog though. We will miss you if you stay away. Hugs from Montreal Canada. Bonne chance!!
Congrats!
I remember my first time in Birmingham ... I couldn't believe all the hills! Excited to read more about your new adventure.
congragulations helene. love your work. all the best in your new job :-)
That's fantastic Helene!
Congratulations and enjoy the new adventure!
Congrats Helene!!! So well deserved.
Congratulations, Helene!! You deserve it!! Good luck with your new job and the move!! :)
Awww that is AWESOME!!! Congratulations and best of luck with the move!!!
How cool is THAT? I have worked with many of the folks there and they are all wonderful! Congrats and look forward to seeing you photos in their publications soon!
Congratulations Helene! This is a huge news. I wish you all the best in this new adventure. BTW, I subscribe to Sunset. So, I look forward to see your name in the magazine.
Congrats! How exciting for you and your family!
Sylvia
Congratulations!!! It must be so exiting!!!
Congratulations!!! I wish you all the best. You are a tremendous inspiration for all of us. Have a successful work experience.
Sincerely,
Yami
Hooray!! You will knock it out of the park!
Congratulations to both YOU & Oxmoor! Birmingham is a warm, welcoming city and they will love you and your amazing talent!
WooHoo!!! That's awesome. Congratulations!
Wow! That's huge. Giant congrats. You will be great!
Congratulations, Helene! My hometown is Birmingham and I grew up reading Southern Living, drooling over the food photos. Although I've not lived in the south for more than 20 years, I still consider myself a southerner and eagerly await each month's issue so I can check out the recipes. I hope you can influence them to do more gluten-free food!
Huge Congratulations! Absolutely well deserved. Bravo!
wow! Congratulations from NYC. Huge fan of your blog and photography and looking forward to seeing it in some of my favorite Oxmoor publications.
Congratulations. Absolutely well deserved. Bravo!
Beautiful blessings all the way!!!!
Congratulations!!!
Beautiful blessings all the way!!
Congratulations to you!!!
Congrats! Well deserved, indeed. You have an eye for gorgeous things.
Congratulations! Enjoy this new adventure.
That is so amazing and exciting! Congratulations!!
That is so amazing and exciting! Congratulations!!
Congratulations!!! Best of luck to you on this new chapter of your life!
I haven't visited your blog of late but I am so happy I came today when you are sharing wonderful news.:) Congratulations and best wishes!
Congrats! Birmingham is such a great city--I'm looking forward to reading about/seeing pictures of your experience there!
Congratulations! Birmingham is a great city - lots of wonderful places to eat & shop!
Wow! Congratulations on what sounds like a dream job! So well deserved... Happy moving! I look forward to the inspiration Birmingham will bring :)
How exciting! I know Paden who works there and if she's any representation of the team then you are going to have an amazing time!!! How wonderful!! Congratulations!!!
Congrats! Sounds like a wonderful opportunity. All the best!
Congrats! I cannot even imagine the thrill that you must feel. That really is a dream come true, and you're perfect for the position... so glad you got it! :)
AMAZING opportunity! Congratulations!!
Congratulations! You deserve it all my dear :)
Congratulations..this is wonderful news! This is huge and so well deserved!
Congratulations, Helene! That's wonderful news! I can't wait to see all the new stuff you photograph!
Molly Pisula
WoW! So happy for you! and let me the first to welcome you to the 'ham! You're going to LOVE it! I hope I get to see your face around town and at events! So excited!!
Congrats Helene and Oxmoor House! They are incredibly lucky to have you :) Thanks again for all the beauty and inspiration!
Oh my gosh! That's where I live - you will love it!!!
Félicitations, Helene! You deserve the best...you are very talented. Bisous, Vera :)
Absolutely congratulations! Your photographs are always elegant and beautiful, making the food look ever more scrumptious and refined. Sounds like you ar perfect for this amazing job! And I love Cooking Light! : )
Congrats on your new job! I used to live in B-ham, not a bad place- as a food lover you will enjoy it, some great restaurants!
I am SOOOO happy for you! Congratulations. A well-deserved position, I should think. Yay!
Wow! Congratulations! That's incredible!
Congratulations!
good luck in your new life, its such a great thing to change.
congratulations!! I'm so excited for you and your new adventure!!!
In bocca al lupo per ogni cosa!!
Laura
Congratulations! Best of luck in your new adventure!
Congratulations!! I'm from Birmingham, and it is a great city. The food scene there has sky rocketed!! There are so many restaurants I absolutely love!!! I know you didn't ask, but the best areas to live are Mountain Brook/Homewood!!!
www.lifeofamodernhousewife.com
Congratulations, Helene! What outstanding news!!!
congratulations! welcome to Birmingham! :) wishing you lots of good luck with your move!
That is amazing Helene! Congratulations!
You are an inspiration! Wish you all the happiness and much much more success! Good Luck and stay Blessed!
Dear Helene
I have been reading your blog but never post a comment. When I read this new, trust me, I feel very, very happy for your achievement.
I work as a photographer , and also love food photo. I wish you all the best and hope some day I will meet you personally .
Iara Venanzi
Congratulations! You're very talented and absolutely deserve this!
Congratulations! What a dream job!
Wowwww that is just so awesome!!! God bless you on this journey to transition!! It's so exciting, and I feel like I'm jumping for joy on behalf of you...or almost like I'M the one going through it--lol! Keep us updated on your new position~
What a well deserved achievement. They are so lucky to have you join their team! Good luck with the move, look forward to reading about your new adventures!
Wow! that is a dream job. Way to go and keep up the good work. Congrats!
Congratulations!!!
CONGRATS!!! Wish you the best in your new job and home! My husband and I moved from NY to the South (we live in neighboring MS) and we LOVE it!
I'm just adding another CONGRATULATIONS! to your many others! You deserve this!
Congratulations on your success, Helene. You are a gifted photographer and enthusiastic talent.
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