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Hi there, photography friend! Welcome to Dear Bubbles! Thanks for stopping by!

I’m Colleen Miniuk, but people call me Bubbles. Nice to eMeet you!

Dear Bubbles is my playful, educational space for photographers, creatives, and life-long learners looking for advice, guidance, inspiration, and confidence in their artistic journey.

Here’s how you can dive in, explore, and have some fun along the way:

  1. Dear Bubbles articles: Answers a question from my community–YOU!–on a variety on topics. A new article is published on the first Wednesday of every month. The Dear Bubbles column is, and will always be, free to all to read. See the entire Dear Bubbles Library with ALL the articles listed in categorical and semi-logical order at https://dearbubbles.com/the-dear-bubbles-library.
  2. The “Making the Photo” video series: Every third Wednesday of the month, I review one of my photographs and provide a new behind-the-scenes look at how and why I made the image. Exclusive access for all Patreon contributors. Learn more (including watching a free episode!) at https://dearbubbles.com/making-the-photo-introduction.
  3. COMING SOON! “Bubble Wraps” video series: Starting in mid-2026, I’ll review one of my Patreon supporters image and share the video of the review on the fourth Wednesday of every month. All Patreon supporters will have exclusive access; those contributing $5/month or more can submit their images for review. Learn more at https://dearbubbles.com/bubble-wraps-introduction.

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Thanks for being here! Thanks for your support!

Now grab a slice of pie, get settled in, and let the learning begin!

Be well, be brave, be wild!
~Colleen/Bubbles