Tag Archives: Wyoming

Debby Barnes with Mirelle Conkling – December 18

December 18, 2014DecemberAmerica, American, Cheyenne, community photography, documentary, journalism, Laramie County, Michael Smith, Our Faces, photo, photographer, photography, photojournalism, portrait, portrait project, Portraits, Portraits of Laramie County, Wyoming, Wyoming Tribune EagleMike Smith

Home hospice R.N. Debby Barnes laughs with Mirelle Conkling and Conkling's daughter home earlier this week. Barnes has been caring for Conkling for the past 6 months and they share a lot of laughs. "I've always been a laugher and a cryer," Conkling said. Barnes mentioned she loves the oportunity to provide hospice care in the home. To take part in WTE Photo Editor Michael Smith's "Our Faces: Portraits of Laramie County" project, call 633-3124 or 630-8388 or email msmith@wyomingnews.com to make an appointment. Michael Smith/staff

Home hospice R.N. Debby Barnes laughs with Mirelle Conkling atConkling’s daughter’s home earlier this week. Barnes has been caring for Conkling for the past 6 months and they share a lot of laughs. “I’ve always been a laugher and a cryer,” Conkling said. Barnes mentioned she loves the opportunity to provide hospice care in the home. To take part in WTE Photo Editor Michael Smith’s “Our Faces: Portraits of Laramie County” project, call 633-3124 or 630-8388 or email msmith@wyomingnews.com to make an appointment. Michael Smith/staff

Frank Gerstenkorn – December 17

December 17, 2014December, GeneralAmerica, American, Cheyenne, community photography, documentary, journalism, Laramie County, Michael Smith, Our Faces, photo, photographer, photography, photojournalism, portrait, portrait project, Portraits, Portraits of Laramie County, Wyoming, Wyoming Tribune EagleMike Smith

Guns & Gear store owner Frank Gerstenkorn stand in his store at 2110 Evans Avenue. “Wyoming is a bastion of freedom in the west. The people are independent and believe in the preservation of personal rights,” Gerstenkorn said about his time living in Wyoming. The business owner is an advocate for shooting sports, hunting rights and is a lifetime member of the National Rifle Association. To take part in WTE Photo Editor Michael Smith’s “Our Faces: Portraits of Laramie County” project, call 633-3124 or 630-8388 or email msmith@wyomingnews.com to make an appointment. Michael Smith/staff

Dominick and Alison Ragan with daughter Ella – December 16

December 16, 2014DecemberAmerica, American, Cheyenne, community photography, country, documentary, journalism, Laramie County, Michael Smith, Our Faces, photo, photographer, photography, photojournalism, portrait, portrait project, Portraits, Portraits of Laramie County, Wyoming, Wyoming Tribune EagleMike Smith

Dominick Ragan, holds his 4 week old daughter, Ella, as his wife Alison looks on at the Cheyenne Botanic Gardens in Lions Park. “I was a surprised by how much support there is for young families,” Alison said about the help and information she received at Cheyenne Region Medical Center. Dominick mentioned that the winters in Wyoming are worth it to have wonderful summers. To take part in WTE Photo Editor Michael Smith’s “Our Faces: Portraits of Laramie County” project, call 633-3124 or 630-8388 or email msmith@wyomingnews.com to make an appointment. Michael Smith/staff

Kaiser Cunningham – December 15

December 15, 2014DecemberAmerica, American, Cheyenne, Cheyenne Central, community photography, country, documentary, journalism, Laramie County, Michael Smith, Our Faces, photo, photographer, photography, photojournalism, portrait, Portraits, Portraits of Laramie County, student, Wyoming, Wyoming Tribune EagleMike Smith

Cheyenne Central High School senior Kaiser Phillip Cunningham III poses for a portrait with his camera at the Wyoming Tribune Eagle studio. Cunningham is an aspiring photographer and will be in the photography program at Northwest Community College in Powell, Wy. next year. “Everyone here looks after each other and come together in times of need,” said Cunningham. To take part in WTE Photo Editor Michael Smith’s “Our Faces: Portraits of Laramie County” project, call 633-3124 or 630-8388 or email msmith@wyomingnews.com to make an appointment. Michael Smith/staff

Gary Shenefelt – December 14

December 14, 2014DecemberAmerica, American, Cheyenne, Cheyenne Boys and Girls Club, community photography, documentary, photo, photographer, photography, photojournalism, portrait, portrait project, Portraits, Portraits of Laramie County, volunteer, Wyoming, Wyoming Tribune EagleMike Smith

Construction superintendent Gary Shenefelt stands on September 8, top, and on December 12, bottom, at the entrance to the new Cheyenne Boys and Girls Club on West Jefferson Road. “I feel proud to part of a project that benefits the community,” Shenefelt said, “all these latchkey kids need a safe place to go.” Shenefelt loves the mountains and fishing and said the Cheyenne Boys and Girls Club should be completed around the first of the year. To take part in WTE Photo Editor Michael Smith’s “Our Faces: Portraits of Laramie County” project, call 633-3124 or 630-8388 or email msmith@wyomingnews.com to make an appointment. Michael Smith/staff

Tobias Martin and April Wilson – December 13

December 13, 2014DecemberAmerica, American, business, Cheyenne, community photography, country, documentary, journalism, Laramie County, Michael Smith, Our Faces, photo, photography, photojournalism, portrait project, Portraits, Portraits of Laramie County, pottery, Wyoming, Wyoming Tribune EagleMike Smith

Tobias Martin stands with his mother April Wilson and her dog Kato in their business at 317 West Lincolnway. Martin and Wilson have owned Graffito Make Your Own Pottery for the past 11 years. “We are both enjoy four season activities, although we only have two season,” joked Martin about the weather. Wilson added she liked that it only takes her seven minutes to get to work and that there is no state income tax. To take part in WTE Photo Editor Michael Smith’s “Our Faces: Portraits of Laramie County” project, call 633-3124 or 630-8388 or email msmith@wyomingnews.com to make an appointment. Michael Smith/staff

Kevin Olson – December 12

December 12, 2014DecemberAmerica, American, Cheyenne, community photography, documentary, journalism, Laramie County, Michael Smith, Our Faces, photo, photographer, photography, photojournalism, portrait, portrait project, Portraits, Portraits of Laramie County, teacher, Wyoming, Wyoming Tribune EagleMike Smith

Cheyenne Central High School video production teacher Kevin Olsong has his portrait taken in a production room his classes. “I like working with kids. I had a lot of teachers growing up that taught me more than just the curriculum,” Olson said about teaching. Olson has lived for 25 years in Cheyenne and has taught at Central for four years. To take part in WTE Photo Editor Michael Smith’s “Our Faces: Portraits of Laramie County” project, call 633-3124 or 630-8388 or email msmith@wyomingnews.com to make an appointment. Michael Smith/staff

Elsie Cowan – December 11

December 11, 2014DecemberAmerica, American, Cheyenne, community photography, documentary, journalism, Laramie County, Michael Smith, Our Faces, photo, photographer, photography, photojournalism, portrait, portrait project, Portraits, Portraits of Laramie County, Wyoming, Wyoming Tribune EagleMike Smith

Elsie Cowan,3, smiles while preparing to perform in a Christmas program at her pre-school at Christ Lutheran Church. According to Elsie’s father, Gregory, she is wishing for snow for Christmas. Cowen spent last ski season in a pack on her father’s back and wants to start skiing on her own this winter. Her parents said they enjoy and take advantage of the outdoor opportunities close to Laramie County. To take part in WTE Photo Editor Michael Smith’s “Our Faces: Portraits of Laramie County” project, call 633-3124 or 630-8388 or email msmith@wyomingnews.com to make an appointment. Michael Smith/staff

Wyatt Gaulke – December 10

December 10, 2014DecemberAmerica, American, bike, biking, Cheyenne, community photography, country, documentary, journalism, Laramie County, Michael Smith, Our Faces, photo, photographer, photography, photojournalism, portrait, portrait project, Portraits, Portraits of Laramie County, Wyoming, Wyoming Tribune EagleMike Smith

Cheyenne Central High School junior Wyatt Gaulke poses for a portrait with his bike at the Wyoming Tribune Eagle studio. “Riding is freedom,” Gualke said about his passion for riding and racing road bicycles. Gaulke started riding seven years ago and has been racing in Colorado for the past four years. “I get out and ride whenever I can even during the wind and cold,” Gaulke said,”it builds character.” To take part in WTE Photo Editor Michael Smith’s “Our Faces: Portraits of Laramie County” project, call 633-3124 or 630-8388 or email msmith@wyomingnews.com to make an appointment. Michael Smith/staff

Carol Williams – December 9

December 9, 2014DecemberAmerica, American, Cheyenne, community photography, country, documentary, journalism, Laramie County, Michael Smith, Our Faces, photo, photographer, photography, photojournalism, portrait, Portraits, Portraits of Laramie County, volunteer, Wyoming, Wyoming Tribune EagleMike Smith

Wyoming Home Services Certified Nursing Assistant Carol Williams pauses for a portrait before starting work at the Laramie County Health Department. Williams has been a CNA for Wyoming Home Services for 15 years and said she loves being able to help people stay at home and out of nursing homes. To take part in WTE Photo Editor Michael Smith’s “Our Faces: Portraits of Laramie County” project, call 633-3124 or 630-8388 or email msmith@wyomingnews.com to make an appointment. Michael Smith/staff