I have decided to to benefit a very appealing charity by participating in Family Portrait Month, a national promotion during the month of October that allows photographers and families to raise money for children in need of smiles.  And, even though this is titled “Family Portrait Month,” I am not limiting portraits to just families.  All portraits will qualify for this promotion during the month of October - engagement sessions, individual portraits, boudoir sessions, modeling sessions, etc.

In 2005, PPA Charities Trustees invited Operation Smile to become its Charitable Partner. As such, Operation Smile, a highly respected worldwide organization, became the recipient of all contributions (made by PPA-member studios throughout the country) during PPA Charities’ annual Family Portrait Month charitable marketing promotion.

Every donation to Operation Smile makes it possible for another surgery to be performed by Operation Smile’s volunteers.

To date, PPA Charities’ donations to Operation Smile have totaled nearly $115,000. That translates into hundreds of operations made possible because photographers did what they do best: create images for families to treasure.

Think of all the smiles these portraits made possible—in your hometown and throughout the world—and you’ll know how important your efforts are!

During Family Portrait Month — October 2008 — we’ll donate $50 of your session fee (50%) to PPA Charities to benefit Operation Smile, which treats children around the world who suffer with cleft lips, cleft palates and other facial deformities. Celebrate your family by helping a child! Call now. Appointments limited! Family Portrait Month is sponsored by PPA Charities.

In addition, we are offering YOU your choice of special ofer for this promotion.  You can choose one of the following:

1. FREE 8×10 portrait
2. A free gift-size portrait for each child in the portrait — with a single wall portrait purchase.
3. 2 free gift-size portraits (great for grandparents!) with the purchase of a single wall portrait!
4. 12 free holiday cards — featuring your family portrait — with the purchase of a single wall portrait or
   gift-portrait collection!
5. $50 credit toward product purchase

You can read more about Operation Smile by clicking on the thumbnail below.

Min and Matt just arrived back in the United States after living in England for the last several years.  They were getting married here in Jacksonville before they moved to Massachusetts to teach at the University.  Their ceremony was held at Ribault Monument and we did some additional photos at Fort Caroline National Memorial.  The view at Ribault Monument is extraordinary - but Min’s dress was what caught my eye!

This video brought me to tears. Just had to share - if you are an animal-lover, you will absolutely be touched by this video.

I had the pleasure of photographing the wedding of Julie & Matt yesterday!  I met Julie at the Sawgrass Marriott in Ponte Vedra Beach.  She and her bridesmaids then went to the church to finish getting ready.

Julie’s fraternal twin sister, Emily, make sure the Bride’s makeup was nothing short of perfection!

Julie was an absolutely gorgeous bride who carried herself with class!

It was quite obvious that Julie & Matt were not only in love with each other…but enjoyed each other completely.

Amy & John were married in the middle of June in an historic area of Jacksonville.

The location of the ceremony and receptions was just gorgeous because of the old building.

Amy’s dress was not the traditional white…but a beautiful green, which looked absolutely stunning next to the red drapes.

Mother and daughter…

Something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue…and a silver sixpence in her shoe.

Jessica & Davis had their wedding on June 1st at Hanna Park.  Beach weddings are wonderful…if the weather cooperates.

And then the storm rolled in…the beach was evacuated…and the party moved inside…

Found some fabulous and interesting shopping sites for brides-to-be.  Check out these sites!

Michaela & Ryan’s wedding was absolutely nothing less than gorgeous.  The church was amazing, the family was fun, and the reception was a blast.

Ryan is in the military and had just come back to the US shortly before the wedding, only to have to leave again shortly after the wedding.

The wedding party headed to the Avenues Mall to have their makeup done at the Mac store.

Michaela’s mother was absolutely hilarious.  She was fun and has an awesome personality.

Michaela arrived at the church and began striking a pose right away!

Her shoes were stunning.

The Bridesmaids….

And, one of the Flower girls fell asleep during the ceremony.  The Father of the Bride had to wake her up so she could participate at the altar.

Man & Wife…

The beautiful bride….

And off to the reception…

And a special treat from the Bride to the Groom…

Just had the pleasure of photographing the wedding of Michaela & Ryan on May 3rd.  I’ve got tons of fabulous photos to sort through…so check back soon to see their photos!

Amber had some fun photos done as a gift to her husband. She was a great model, has a great personality, and was fun to work with!

Took some fun portraits of this cutie today as well!

I met with Logan and his mom today to take some senior portraits.  Here’s a couple of my favorites!

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The Annual Marine Corp Ball was held on November 2nd, 2007 and I was hired to take formal portraits. Wedding Planner Sarah Secrest of The Perfect Pair assisted that night.

It was an honor to be there for the Marine’s celebration!

I had never been to Savannah until I came to photograph Abby’s wedding. Savannah is a gorgeous town with beautiful scenery - perfect for a wedding.

Abby was such a great bride! She was very easy-going, fun-loving and enjoyed taking the time to get great photographs. Her personality shows through in all the photos.

What a fun night and a great group of people! Fletcher High School Class of 1957 celebrated their 50th reunion at Marsh Landing Country Club on October 13th, 2007.

Kristine wanted her engagement photographs to be done on the beach…so we headed south to one of Ponte Vedra’s beaches for their engagement photos.

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St. Augustine is where Marilyn and George got married and what better way to document the wedding than to include some of the city’s historic scenery?