November 12, 2011 / 2011 fight for air climb orlando ~ event photographer
I was able to take part in a very important and extremely inspiring event this morning. The American Lung Association held its 2011 Fight For Air Climb in downtown Orlando. Teams from around the area donated such a tremendous amount of money, and they also climbed 25 flights of stairs in record time. Also firefighters from around the Central Florida area participated in the Firefighter Challenge. Teams of firefighters competed for the title of the fastest fire department. Firefighters climbed in full gear (mask, boots, tank, etc.). That was really special to see. And there were so many amazing people I met today – that was even more special. I’ll remember the smiling faces and determination everyone showed as they climbed up the Bank of America building, in honor or in memory of loved ones.
October 19, 2011 / Help Support Second Harvest of Central Florida!
Today I met a few of the wonderful and incredibly nice individuals from Second Harvest. This organization, which distributes donated food to more than 500 partner agencies in Central Florida, needed updated photos of some staff members. I feel like it’s wrong to simply call them “staff members” because they are more like life changers. It also turns out that I live 10 minutes from their volunteer center, so I am looking forward to helping this organization out even more since I am right down the street!
Like the Second Harvest Facebook Page to keep up to date on their events, fundraising and more. They also share other local events and opportunities to help people in need in our area.
July 1, 2011 / Shampooch! Framing Ideas
Shown: Crate and Barrel Museum 2-Opening
Remember, when you print your photos you can crop them in certain ways to make interesting groupings.
I also want to let everyone know, I’ve decided to go through all of the photos again and apply more artistic styles. I’ll be emailing all of you personally when I am done!
June 1, 2011 / Shampooch! Be there June 26 to help pups (and to get awesome photos of your dog!)
This year I am ecstatic to be part of a charity event benefiting Pet Rescue by Judy and the Harbor House of Central Florida PAWS (Pet And Women’s Shelter) Program. The event is none other than Shampooch, hosted by the ever so lovely Lambs Eat Ivy salon in downtown Orlando. Lambs is known not only for their absolutely amazing stylists, but also for their deep love of animals.
The 5th Annual Shampooch takes place Sunday, June 26 from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM in Thornton Park. Bring your pooches by for a dog washing party where dozens of volunteers will be sudsing and bubbling your pups! The event also includes a chance to take advantage of professional pet photography (taken by me), and a silent auction including items such as a brand new iPad. And don’t forget there will be delicious food – nosh at Orlando’s most popular food trucks! An adoption drive by Pet Rescue by Judy will also be on site in case you’d like to add a loving addition to your family.
Why Shampooch Needs Your Help!
Pet Rescue by Judy is planning a very much needed spay/neuter clinic. Shampooch needs as many pet-lovers as possible to come out and donate money for the clinic opening as well as contribute funds for their day-to-day operations. Click here to read more about how Pet Rescue by Judy came to be a beautiful blessing for animals in desperate need.
Proceeds will also benefit the PAWS Program at Harbor House, which will allow women seeking shelter from domestic abuse to bring their pets and keep them at the Harbor House kennel. Donations are needed to build the kennel and for vaccinations/examinations for these beloved pets which otherwise may have been left behind if not for PAWS. Read more about PAWS.
P.S. Want some amazing photos of your pets?
I’ll be on site the entire day taking portraits! We’ll be set up in Mother Falcon (817 E Washington) who graciously allowed us to use their space for setting up a studio, allowing me to offer modern, colorful photos of your pets. All proceeds go to Pet Rescue by Judy. On the day of Shampooch, a $20 donation is due at the time of the session. Approximately 3-5 photos will be taken of each pet. The photos will be accessible by clicking “Proofs” at the top of my website. We are offering digital downloads for $10 each, and all of the proceeds become your donations to benefit pets in need. The Shampooch event will be available online for the entire month of July.
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