Updates from Lauri Novak Photography
July 31, 2025
I thought I'd share a new Polar Opposites book review this week. It's been so oppressively hot and humid, I love spending time back in the Polar archives for these. The book comes with a cute penguin bookmark. Who doesn't love penguins? If you order before August 10th, you'll get FREE SHIPPING. There is a limited supply available, so be sure to grab your copy soon. Stay cool!
July 24, 2025
Who's up for a road trip? A famous road trip. We followed (mostly) Route 66 from outside of Chicago to Williams, AZ. It was fun to stop at all the quirky and kitchy places along the way. I did a series of images in black and white. Using black and white makes these places feel like they are from the past, which they are. Enjoy the trip through my gallery as I continue to add photos from Route 66.
July 10, 2025
I can't believe it's July already. Hopefully, wherever you are, it's much cooler and less humid than here in the Midwest. This weather has turned me into more of a hermit than I already am. The good thing about that is it forces me to spend more time going through my images. I've spent some time updating room mock-ups and adding new work to my shop. If you love Chicago, check out my Chicago gallery: https://laurinovakphotography.latchet.com/shop/chicago Stay cool!
July 3, 2025
I've been a bit distracted this past week with the critters in our backyard. It's good to take a nature break and get away from sitting at my desk, staring at my screen all day. Not much new to talk about at the moment. Still working on updating my website and figuring out what images to put in my shop. I am contemplating adding smaller items like notebooks and notecards. Would that be of interest? These are good projects and an excuse to stay in the air conditioning! Too hot for me outside. Don't forget about my inventory sale! Question? Please ask.
June 26, 2025
It's your last chance to save $10 on shipping of my book, Polar Opposites. Here are a few reviews: "This brilliant book called Polar Opposites is such a beautiful, unique compilation of photographs of the North and South Polar regions." "My copy arrived this morning and I was blown away. The concept and production are exemplary." "The images are stunning, and her words leave you wanting to visit." "What makes this book special is how thoughtfully Novak pairs images for the feeling they evoke." More reviews: https://laurinovak.com/book-reviews/
June 19, 2025
How is your summer going so far? It's already too warm for me. As I continue to add new artwork to my shop, I'd love to hear from you. What are you looking for? What subjects, locations or specific topics would you like to see in the shop? I have a huge archive of images waiting to grace the walls of someone's home or office. Also, if you want something different than a standard print, I can offer acrylic and metal prints and other options. Let me know what you're looking for.
June 12, 2025
Happy June! I'm celebrating my birthday next week and tried to offer my Inspirations & Quotes to Inspire e-book for free this month. Unfortunately, I found out it's impossible to do so through my shop. So, if you'd like your free copy, contact me at lauri@laurinovak.com, and I will send you your copy. I've been adding new images for prints to the shop. You'll find three previously unpublished photos from the Antarctic Peninsula and one vibrant floral from Portugal. Check them out.
June 5, 2025
New in my shop! A curated 28-page collection I designed to ignite your spirit and fuel your journey. You'll discover inspiring quotes and images to provide a burst of motivation or a moment of reflection. Life's path is often winding, and sometimes, all it takes is a single powerful thought or a beautiful visual to shift our perspective and remind us of our inner strength. Whether you're seeking encouragement, a fresh outlook, or simply a moment of peace, I hope this compilation serves as a reliable source of inspiration, ready whenever you need it.
May 29, 2025
Are you ready for Father's Day? I am offering free shipping on the Polar Opposites book through June 30th. It makes a great gift for the adventurous or photography lovers. You can read the reviews here: https://laurinovak.com/book-reviews/ Also, check out my galleries and if you see something that would be perfect for the dad in your life, let me know, I'll add it to my shop. Galleries: https://laurinovak.com/fine-art-galleries/ I'd love to help you find the perfect gift.
May 22, 2025
Anytime I visit the Rookery Building, I do my best to create new perspective images of the Oriel Staircase. It's an icon. It's not always easy, especially when you're on a tour with the #FLWTrust, which I recommend. Here's a perspective I had never photographed before. I love the framing of it and how looking down into the light court shows the levels and gives the image depth. If you are interested in a print, stay tuned, they'll be in my shop soon. Also available for licensing.
May 15, 2025
Chap books. I've been experimenting with different ways to get my photography out in the world. Last year, I was inspired to create handmade photo chapbooks. You generally see chapbooks for poetry and short stories. I figured, why not make one with images? There are three chapbooks in my shop. Everyday Shadows, Issues 1 & 2 and Clouds, Issue 1. These are printed on watercolor paper and hand-bound with binding thread. Free shipping for Chapbooks
May 8, 2025
I attended one of my favorite art festival events at my old high school on Sunday. It’s all about sharing different types of art with the kids. It’s so fun to see the kids taking part in this. Best part of the day? A 10ish-year-old boy kept coming back to look at this print. He loves trains. He brought his grandma over and ended up taking it home. He was so proud to walk around with that print. That’s what it’s all about. Sharing art and teaching. Reminder: Free shipping on the Polar Opposites book until June 30th! Review: http://bit.ly/3ROnCYX
May 1, 2025
Are you looking for a unique Mother's Day gift? Polar Opposites, takes readers on a breathtaking journey through icy landscapes, revealing the connections between these disparate environments. The book offers a unique perspective on the beauty and fragility of our planet. Polar Opposites is the perfect gift for travel, nature lovers, photographers, and anyone fascinated by the wonders of the natural world. Free shipping through June 30th! Need to hear a review? https://youtu.be/ZPnNa6lDuYY?si=4eFgUuJIEHJXXZXT
April 24, 2025
Only a few more days to save 20% on Limited Edition prints. Limited Edition Prints are 20% off until Saturday, April 26, 2025, at midnight. There are 17 limited edition prints to choose from. Please reach out if you have any questions. You can also shop the Inventory Sale - those items are marked down and priced to sell. They'll look much better on your wall than stored at my house. I promise!
April 17, 2025
That's a wrap! There are now 17 Limited Edition Prints in my shop. The subjects range from primarily architectural subjects to a few multiple-exposure and intentional camera movement images. There are also a couple of travel images. Stay tuned. You won't want to miss what's coming next in the shop. If you are a car show fan, into automotive artwork or know someone who is, you won't want to miss this!
April 10, 2025
I'm starting this Lyric adventure by offering my Limited Edition prints. A few years ago, I had several prints in a gallery in Lincoln Park. Sadly, the gallery closed and I have not promoted these Limited Edition prints. It's a project I never quite finished. I just added this image: The iconic Oriel Staircase in the Rookery Building in Chicago. If you are ever in Chicago, I highly recommend the tour here. This limited edition print is available as a 12"x18" and 30"x20" print. There are 23 - 12"x18" prints and 9 - 30"x20" prints available.
April 3, 2025
Welcome to the next experiment, which is selling my fine art photography. While I sell, license and lease my work commercially, I've never marketed my work very diligently to the general public. Several years ago, I sold at art fairs but found that it didn't work well with my schedule. I've recently started updating an online shop, but much of my content is geared toward educating photographers and not so much on selling my work. I'm looking at Lyric as a new way to get my work out there to a buying audience who may not be aware of my work yet.