Word spread on Facebook that there was a field of sunflowers in full bloom in Smithfield, Virginia. It seems that just about every photographer in the area made the drive to Windsor Castle Park in Smithfield to photograph these flowers. I just had to take my turn there. Jessica Smith is a former intern and assistant photographer with Hampton Roads Photography. We’ve done many shoots together, but not many recently. Grad school, marriage and now, pregnancy has not given her much time to assist or model.
This last session with Jessica developed from her mother’s idea. Christine used her costuming and prop skills to create a dramatically styled portrait of Jessica. Fabric, ribbons, plastic jewels and a liberal application of powder transformed Jessica into a unique character. Christine even created a crown with plastic water bottles. We had a blast creating these images. I can’t wait for Jessica to return from China so that we can do more photo sessions.
Jessica and I have collaborated on many photo shoots. I have known her and her family for over 25 years. Her mother Christine has been an associate photographer with Hampton Roads Photography since 2007. Jessica is a dancer, dance teacher, and model. She has accepted a position with Chesapeake based Veritas Academy to establish a dance program at their new satellite campus in Shanghai, China. She will be heading up a dance program and teach leadership studios in full immersion English classes.
Last month the Academie de Ballet held their annual recital at the L. Douglas Wilder Performing Arts Center on the campus of Norfolk State University. We’ve been photographing their recital for 25 years.
Olivia and Chris had their beautiful spring wedding at the Yacht Club at Marina Shores in Virginia Beach. The details were impeccable as were the flowers from Black Iris Floral Design. Astro DJ’s provided the entertainment which insured a great night of dancing and fun. Thanks, Olivia and Chris for having us photograph your wedding!
We are excited to announce that we have been awarded the CoVaBiz Magazine Best of Business Gold Award as the best commercial photographer in Hampton Roads. This is the second year in a row that we have won this award. We want to thank all of our clients and supporters for your votes. There were over 47,000 votes cast this year. We couldn’t have done it without you all.
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Jaymee and Aaron had their mid-May wedding at the Yacht Club at Marina Shores in the Yacht Club Room. It was a wonderful event with a joining of cultures and families. The bride hand painted table assignments for the guests. The weather was perfect for their wedding and the party was fun for everyone. Jon E. Flex of Astro DJ’s kept everyone on the dance floor, celebrating with Jaymee and Aaron.
The Masterworks Touring Company will soon be introducing their latest production, ISOULation. We met at COLLECTORnorfolk for a video shoot of this dance but began with some posed still photos for marketing purposes. Masterworks Touring Company’s mission is to present the Good News of Jesus Christ through dance, drama and personal testimonies. With excellence and integrity, their vision is to use God-given creativity to give Him glory as we bring restoration and redemption to the arts, cultures and people groups around the world.
