Connor Pass
(In Irish: An Chonair)
Dingle Peninsula, County Kerry, Ireland
One of the roads out of the town of Dingle leads to Connor Pass — one of the highest points in Ireland.
We left early that misty morning, driving the twisting, winding road up and up into the mountains. It’s one of those roads so windy and bendy, that you are not permitted to drive it in a bus, motorhome or truck. You will not get through. And so narrow at times you need to pull aside to let the opposite driver pass!
As we finally neared the highest mountain point, Barry was so excited to capture what he saw, he just grabbed his camera and jumped out of the car — leaving it and ME parked precariously on the side of this precarious road.
In this photograph, you can see what we saw — from this height, the dramatic view, the storm clouds enveloping the mountains, and us too. I hope you enjoy the view.
“Connor Pass” – a limited edition, fine art photograph is available in three sizes.
Hendrickson Fine Art Photography
Summer Shows & Events
So, do it! Showcase on Friday, Aug 3.
– Nancy Wojack Hendrickson is speaking about her journey in continuing her family’s legacy through photography.
More information on the So, do it! website >
Tiny Gallery – an exhibit in downtown Minneapolis
Come and see “Connor Pass” live and in person, along with other Hendrickson Fine Art photos.
The Tiny Gallery
at NordHaus Apartments
315 1st Ave NE, Minneapolis, MN
More Information >
Celtic Junction Arts Center
Find Hendrickson Fine Art photos on display and take in some Irish music and dance at this cultural music center in Saint Paul, MN.
Find time and directions here >
What is it about Ireland?
in Original, Photography/by NancyHHave you ever heard about a place, a country, a land for years? Something that sounds so wonderful, the anticipation to travel there is so great?
That place for me has been Ireland. Ever since I can remember the fact that I was Irish was a good thing, a special source of pride. My mom’s side of the family is very passionate about their Irish heritage. This love of Ireland shows up around holidays, family gatherings, wedding and funerals. Traditional Irish songs, and wearing of the green are common and expected. St Patrick’s Day is a reason to take off work and get together with our very large clan of relatives.
I am asked when I am showing my fine art photos, “Why are your photos only of Ireland?” This is the reason.
This love of this unknown land was ingrained in me at an early age. So of course, I wanted to visit the my ancestors country for many years. When others were able to travel there it was exciting news, with stories and pictures to share.
My mother Elaine was able to take her trip to Ireland in 1989. She was made the voyage with one of her sisters and some friends. They returned with photos, stories and mementos. My mother remembers visiting Kylemore Abbey on one of well-known rainy Irish days. She loved being able to tour inside of this Victorian castle, a place of rich history and beauty.
Decades later, I finally got to follow in her footsteps, and travelled to Ireland with my husband Barry. I got to experience the kind Irish people, and to touch upon a sense of my past relations. I went to see Kylemore Abbey, a Victorian Castle nestled against the woods, in the heart of the Connemara Mountains. To see the beauty of the Abbey reflected in the lake and have it captured in a photograph, it was with a remembrance and a sense of gratitude that I was able to make it here as well. To see this beloved land for myself.
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Kylemore Abbey
County Galway, Ireland
A new release by Nancy Wojack Hendrickson from the photo archives of the late Barry Hendrickson. Limited edition fine art photographs available in three sizes.
$246 | $163 | $65 Purchase your own fine art photograph>
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To plan your own trip to Kylemore Abbey and the Victorian Gardens visit their website.>
The Ebbs and Flows
in Art, Original, Photography/by NancyHThe Rosses
(In Irish: Na Rosa)
County Donegal, Ireland
The inlets from the sea are fascinating for me. You see, I am from Minnesota, a land locked region situated in center of the United States. We have plenty of water, thousands of lakes and also some rivers. But we don’t have the sea. So no, we don’t have tides. High tides, low tides, none of that. So visiting Ireland, a country encircled with sea was an amazing visual treat.
When Barry and I were traveling in Ireland, we loved taking all of the roads that outlined the coast. This day’s journey lead us into the northwestern region of County Donegal. Suddenly we came upon a boat just siting there, alone in this vast stretch of sand. As you can see from the photograph, it was striking. Did someone forget their boat? Were they caught off guard?
Tides are about coming and going, and that requires patience. Stick around and the water will come up. Eventually the sea will rise, and again your boat will be adrift on the water. It sounds a bit like life huh? The ebbs and flows. Here and there. The before and the after. I am still learning these lessons of patience.
So wait and see … yes, this boat will soon be navigating the water again.
“The Rosses” – a limited edition, fine art photograph is available in three sizes.
See here for more info. >
Hendrickson Fine Art Photography
Shows & Events
Tiny Gallery – an exhibit in downtown Minneapolis
Come and see “The Rosses” up close. Four of our photos were selected to be displayed with some other fine photographers works at The Tiny Gallery at NordHaus Apartments. More Information >
Celtic Junction Arts Center
The lobby of this Irish cultural center in Saint Paul is exhibiting our Hendrickson Fine Art photography. Find times and directions here >
Fall Art Crawl
October 12, 13 and 14 Save these dates for the Saint Paul Art Crawl. I will be exhibiting at the Schmidt Artists Lofts in the Bottle House.
The View from the Pass
in Art, Original, Photography/by NancyHConnor Pass
(In Irish: An Chonair)
Dingle Peninsula, County Kerry, Ireland
One of the roads out of the town of Dingle leads to Connor Pass — one of the highest points in Ireland.
We left early that misty morning, driving the twisting, winding road up and up into the mountains. It’s one of those roads so windy and bendy, that you are not permitted to drive it in a bus, motorhome or truck. You will not get through. And so narrow at times you need to pull aside to let the opposite driver pass!
As we finally neared the highest mountain point, Barry was so excited to capture what he saw, he just grabbed his camera and jumped out of the car — leaving it and ME parked precariously on the side of this precarious road.
In this photograph, you can see what we saw — from this height, the dramatic view, the storm clouds enveloping the mountains, and us too. I hope you enjoy the view.
“Connor Pass” – a limited edition, fine art photograph is available in three sizes.
See here for more info. >
Hendrickson Fine Art Photography
Summer Shows & Events
So, do it! Showcase on Friday, Aug 3.
– Nancy Wojack Hendrickson is speaking about her journey in continuing her family’s legacy through photography.
More information on the So, do it! website >
Tiny Gallery – an exhibit in downtown Minneapolis
Come and see “Connor Pass” live and in person, along with other Hendrickson Fine Art photos.
The Tiny Gallery
at NordHaus Apartments
315 1st Ave NE, Minneapolis, MN
More Information >
Celtic Junction Arts Center
Find Hendrickson Fine Art photos on display and take in some Irish music and dance at this cultural music center in Saint Paul, MN.
Find time and directions here >