Well, here we go, the new site is now live! I hope everyone enjoys the redesign and I know I’m going to enjoy being able to post new content regularly. After almost six years, it was definitely time for a change.
There are still a few kinks to work out, but they are minor [...]

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I just finished one of Tom Clancy’s more recent novels, “Teeth of the Tiger” and was mildly entertained. The book begins by introducing us to a young FBI agent who on the search for a man who has just kidnapped a little girl. The methods by which he handles the unfolding situation get [...]

Through the series of events that has unfolded recently, it has become increasing obvious to me that the time has come for Essentia Studios, LLC to mature and become the primary focus of my professional life. With two years of solid experience under my belt, I feel much the same way I did that [...]

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Today I received word on my job opportunity in Minneapolis. It came down to me and one other candidate. After three months of waiting and a total of three interviews, they decided to go with someone else. To say that I am not disappointed would be a lie. But to say [...]

My business partner, Matthew, and I attended a marketing seminar at the local radio group last week and the speaker it started me thinking about what (and even if) there is anything unique enough about Essentia Studios to make it worth continuing even as I pursue other occupations in web design.
When we started the business, [...]

Well, the show opened yesterday without a hitch. It is a beautiful exhibit. My paintings and prints compliment Mandy’s sculptures exceptionally. Right up to the opening, I began to have some doubts as to the value of my work. Is it good enough to be on display somewhere? Why do [...]

I spent a few minutes today reflecting on my personal tendency toward excellence. Throughout my thus far short professional life, I have been joyfully surprised by the feedback I have gotten from my employers and other figures of authority. Once again, as I prepare to move on after four years at Coca-Cola in [...]