Mr. Madison....

This year CK sponsored the Mr. Madison Contest. It's the male version of a beauty and talent pageant. Devin was this year's winner. Devin is a great young man. He is one of the most compliant and respectful young adults I've ever met. On top of that, he is a phenomenal athlete. He accepted a full-scholarship in football to the University of Arkansas. Devin's overcome tremendous adversity this year. During the sixth game of the year, he broke his ankle; meaning his senior year football season was over. I can relate to that, because I had been through similiar circumstances in my athletic career. But even through all of this, his demeanor and humility stayed firmly intack. To make a long story short, he wrote a poem about his experience and read it during the Mr. Madison contest, as part of his talent (you can read it on my web site with his images). When you think of Madison HS in 2007-08, who best would represent the school? Hands down, Devin T. Enjoy....

Del & Kevin....

Del and Kevin were married last weekend...Their ceremony was held in a brand new church. Actually it opened the day before and had the official blessing the night before. It's a pretty church on the inside, but they didn't let the bride have her own dressing room (what's up with that?) While the bride was dressing and getting ready in the womens' restroom, I thought it would be appropriate to get a shot of the place where she got dressed. I thought 6 stalls, 6 total in the wedding, why not.... Put the fisheye on and fired away. I think it captures the essense of the dressing room quite well..... Enough of that, the wedding went on with out a hitch. Del has the voice of an opera singer (even though she's not). She sang Ava Maria in Italian, and brought the congregation to tears.... It was a surprise. The reception was fun, and when it ended with bubbles, the brand new Mr. and Mrs. were off to their honeymoon destination.... Congratulations Del & Kevin....

LL aka Lauren.....

Lauren is a simple, funny, & laid back young lady... I have had the privilege of having her in my classes for the past two years... She said that she wanted something outdoors... When she described her dress, I thought "for sure, I'll use the field of golden grass".... The sun was in and out with some heavy thick clouds at times... we got two different looks.... I enjoyed the session, and came away with some wonderful images... Thanks Lauren...