Arlene Evans - There and Back Again - a podcast by WHCC

I’ve been very fortunate to grow up within a good family. My parents are high school sweethearts and have been married for almost 50 years. Their relationship has certainly seen its ups and downs, but they’ve weathered the storms over the years and their marriage is stronger as a result. I poke some fun at my parents a bit during this interview, but the truth is, I’m grateful for both of them, and I’m delighted to see the grandparents they’ve become to my own children. My family is on it’s own level when it comes to the important things in my life. For 20 years, my wife and I have been a part of the portrait and wedding photography industry. During that time, we’ve found ourselves part of another family so to speak. Arlene Evans has been a special member of that family for me. Arlene is someone I always enjoy seeing and even if it’s just in passing at a crazy trade show, she makes the effort to stop and give me a hug. She’s one of hardest working people I know and she always has a little twinkle in her eye…almost like she knows something that you don’t know yet. During this particular interview, though, it was I who knew something that she didn’t know. Right before we sat down to chat, I received a text message instructing me to be done with her before 5 o’clock as she was set to receive the first Lifetime Achievement award from The Portrait Masters. Arlene had no idea, of course, but looking back, I’m sure it directed some of my questions. I was so excited for her. And she absolutely deserves it. And I’m grateful that she’s a part of my family.

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