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The Seattle Great Wheel is a sight to see especially when the light show begins. I watched for close to an hour and was never disappointed. With the demise of the Alaskan Way Viaduct just around the corner this big wheel should be able to draw big crowds to the waterfront over the years. Next time I go, I think I’ll take a spin!
Marie’s first studio photo shoot was a great success. She arrived just after waking from her morning nap with smiles aplenty. A little fashionista, she modeled her sweet little dress, cargo pants and pink peddle pushers for me. Only six months old, she was quite the charming little girl with smiles galore until the hiccups struck…then it was all over…I think mom and dad and Marie will pleased with her first photo shoot!
The Barnett family decided that since they were moving to Boston it was time to have that family photo taken on Alki. So, after packing all day long they headed to the shores of Alki for one last play date with the kids. I was happy to join them and must say we got some great images that will last a lifetime! We traversed the shoreline with the only mishap being, I got stung by a bee!
There were planes, trains and automobiles…well almost anyway. There were planes, a car show and a military display well worth visiting. The B-17G “Sentimental Journey” was a high flyer as she took off with several passengers for a ride of a lifetime. Alas, all I could do was watch her fly by. But on the ground I was up close and personal with her as well as other war birds. Camp Adams Military history encampment was very interesting and showcased lots of military jeeps and memorabilia. Oh, and what an airshow!
There’s nothing like tradition. And the West Side Mops have created just that with their annual MOPS Tea fundraiser. Over 100 friends, family, mothers and daughters sat down to an afternoon filled with good company, good conversation, delicious treats and of course tea. The beautiful tabletops expressed the artistic side of the guests. Once again, I was on hand to capture their ‘traditional’ event photos. Sales were donated back to the West Side Mops. Click here to view all the photos from the tea.
I support the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation because my sister has dealt with the disease for over 20 years. Giving back to CCFA is an honor. Meeting special people like Mike McCready and his lovely wife, the kids at Camp Oasis is all very rewarding. Once again I was on hand to offer my photographic skills in capturing the annual benefit luncheon. You can view the images from the luncheon be clicking here.
Mike McCready & Ashley O’Connor Award 2012 goes to Ghassan Wahbeh, MD
Below Ashley McCready and Barb Wodzin pose for a photo at the luncheon.
The Kennard Family get a chance to meet Mike McCready. Their yound son suffers from Crohn’s just like Mike.
It was a great day for a benefit auction at Dirt Fish Rally School in honor of a young up and coming race car star by the name of Molly Helmuth. Her Fund A Dream campaign will pay for her racing education, her race car team and of course all those car parts. I’ve heard that she can run with the big boys without flinching. You Go Girl! Take a peek at all the pics from her great auction by clicking here.
It was the 6th Annual Spring Champgne Brunch & Auction for The Kenney in West Seattle. Family, friends and supporters gathered to raise a glass and raise some money for The Resident Life Care Fund. Keynote speaker was photographer Nick Del Calzo, who conceives and produces his own photographic projects that advance human values. Being a photographer myself I was in awe of his great talent. His black and white images truly capture the human spirit. Look for his book “Medal of Honor: Portraits of Valor Beyond the Call of Duty”.
In the meantime take a peek at the fun these folks had….
I was almost too late! but I managed to find the time on Monday to toodle on up to the Tulip Festival. Fields were pretty much plowed under already so nurseries could get their blooms to market. I still enjoyed the country side and made my first stop at RoozenGaarde. The displays were still lovely and there were a lot of people admiring the scene. Another favorite pit stop of mine is the Christianson’s Nursery. Charming antique shop on the property and lots of plants. In the parking lot was a woman selling good ol’ fashioned philly sandwiches. Had to stop and have a bite!
Enjoy the pics….
Every once in awhile I’ll buy a bunch of old National Geographic magazines and peruse the ads. I just love them. Here is an ad for of all things Wollensak lenses! I guess those who read National Geographic are thought to have a big interest in photography. I happen to have an old Century Master 8×10 camera sitting in my studio. Unfortunately for me I never got to shoot anything with it but it was definitely a fine instrument as it does have a Wollensak lens on it! The camera is for sale for $575 if you are interested.
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