Guess The Image contest winner

"Golf Club Head"

We would like to congratulate Christine Moen who was the winner of our most recent Guess The Image contest. It must have been a little harder this time around as Christine was the only correct guess. Two tickets to AMC theaters are headed her direction, so enjoy and may we personally recommend the new Star Trek movie.

Here is the full image of the golf club shot by Greg.

Terry Anderson Scholarship Fund

A fund has been established in memory of the “teacher” in Terry. Terry, who was mentored by Glen Silker, always wanted to continue the legacy of educating budding photographers. Terry was a very patient educator of the craft he so loved. His accomplishments as a photographer were only strengthened by his willingness and enthusiasm to share with others. This fund will help support the training and education of other students.

Watch your email for more about the first annual Terry Anderson Scholarship Fund Golf Tournament to be held in the Fall of 2009.

“What other people may find in poetry or art museums, I find in the flight of a good drive.”

~ Arnold Palmer

The Future of Terry Anderson Photography

Since Terry’s passing, we are even more dedicated to the work we love and the clients we most sincerely appreciate. With loss comes change, but not our commitment to excellence and providing the kind of customer service Terry taught so well. Terry’s wife of 31 years, Cindy, has taken on the responsibilities of president of TKA Photo.  Cindy has been the studio CFO for the past 15 years, but more importantly, she was Terry’s partner and confidant in and out of the studio.

 “We are so grateful for our clients and friends who have provided us with their prayers, love and support,” says Cindy. “I look forward to meeting the challenges ahead with the support of my gifted staff, their trust in me, and our unwavering dedication to our clients.”

Tribute to Terry Anderson

We want to take some time and focus on the life in pictures of Terry Anderson. Terry died suddenly of a heart attack on February 23, 2009. He was 59.

This special tribute to our esteemed colleague and mentor, will highlight his passion for photography as seen in some of his favorite subject matter.

The Work ~

Terry became an artist with a camera, but never let a lens distance himself from people.  Terry always had a joke – not always a funny one, but he would find a way to get it in, set people at ease and make you smile. For this reason, the career was perfect for Terry.

The Pastime ~

Terry was an avid golfer. When he wasn’t on the course playing golf, he was talking about it, or trying to come up with ways to stay close to the game. Terry photographed the action for the U.S. Open in 1991 when it was hosted by Hazeltine National Golf Club.

One of Terry’s clients was the Grand View Lodge in Brainerd, Minn. Terry would spend a few days each year at the lodge and photograph the architectural interiors, exteriors, and activities. Terry would also photograph Grand View's championship golf courses the Pines, Preserve, and Deacon’s Lodge. Most of the time, he would photograph the courses by helicopter. If he happened to shoot from the ground, his golf clubs were not very far away.

The Cars ~

Terry loved cars. Growing up in Fairmont, Minnesota, Terry spent a lot of time around cars.  As a teenager, if he wasn’t “cruising,” then he and his buddies were talking about cars.

The Clients ~

How can you distinguish between a client and a friend?  With Terry, there was very little distinction, if any — he treated each client with respect, care and consideration.  Ask any of his clients and you will hear a story of how Terry made them feel welcome, special, and yes, even called them friend.  Following are a few of the many kind words we have received from clients since his passing.

“Terry was a rare blend of talent and sincere friendliness. He managed to bring kindness, fairness and good humor to even the prickliest of business problems.”

“Terry was great to work with. He always made my day better.”

“A joke or two that brought out a moan or giggle, most of all, his heart was big and kind which allowed him to see and capture the beauty of the world in his pictures”