Hi Friends, This morning, I had the distinct privilege of photographing US Army veteran, Sgt. John Davis, as part of my “Faces of Freedom” project: a series of simple black and white portraits honoring our nation’s veterans. Just a small token of thanks for their service and sacrifice. John was terrific! Not only did he [...]
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The “Faces of Freedom” Project – Navy Chaplain Captain Craig Wesley Rench
Hi Friends, Another portrait in the “Faces of Freedom” project – my pastor and dear brother, Craig Rench – a 30-year veteran of the US Navy. Please thank a veteran today… Thanks for dropping by! J
“The Faces of Freedom Project” – Honoring our Veterans
Hi Friends, I’ve had this project on my heart for some time: a series of simple black and white portraits to honor our nation’s veterans. Just a small token of thanks for their service and sacrifice. I approached our local VFW / American Legion post last week, and the commander is happy to let me [...]
Smiles Across the Miles / Snowball Express Picnic Portraits
Hi Friends, Had the privilege today of providing portraiture via our Smiles Across the Miles (SAM) organization for the annual Snowball Express picnic – our second year in a row for this wonderful event. As you may know, Snowball Express’ mission is to “…create hope and new memories for the children of our fallen military [...]
Portraits: USAF Airman First Class – David Haas
Hi Friends, My niece and her fiance, David, were out to visit last weekend to shoot a series of engagement portraits. I’d asked David to bring his USAF dress blues for a portrait to add to my gallery of military / emergency services personnel. My favorites: Though not from this specific portrait session, the lighting [...]
Our first Smiles Across the Miles Event: over 300 USMC families served!
[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZpsWH-FFHDk] Hi Friends, Some of you have been hearing about our new photo philanthropy volunteer venture: Smiles Across the Miles (www.smilesacrossthemiles.org). Our mission is to provide free portraiture for the families of our deployed military to keep them in touch and connected with their loved ones who are risking all to protect our freedoms here [...]