Race 4 Autism Fundraising Event

Last Wednesday, I was invited by a friend to participate in a fundraising event for Autism. Thank you Tami! I found it a privilege to participate in an event that is so worthwhile. I offered up a gift certificate for photography for their silent auction. This is particularly near and dear to my heart as my son is effected by Asperger's Syndrome, a milder form within the Autism Spectrum disorders.

American Indoor Karting & Autism Society, Tidewater Virginia held the “Race For Autism.” It was put on at American Indoor Karting on Lynnhaven in honor of Autism Awareness Month. This race helped raise awareness and a percentage of the proceeds were given to the Autism Society, Tidewater Virginia.   There are so many ways to get involved and help out.  This was a great one!

As I was there, I of course had my camera that we affectionately have named "The Duchess." The duchess and I captured a lot of great people who helped out with the cause that night. I believe there were 8 teams participating including Tami's husband John with the T-Mobile team. The other teams included Valdez Family Team Justin, BB&T, Best Buy, Mythics, Just for People, Hooters, and Team Hunter. Congratulations to Best Buy who had a great race beating the other teams out.  Yes, even T-Mobile, sorry Tami!  Overall, it was quite impressive to see these businesses and all the people there supporting a great cause. 

My litle buddy JT getting sweet the Hooter's team.

More of the images can be viewed on my facebook page http://www.facebook.com/CocoaBeanPhoto.  If you participated in the event and would like a digital copy, please let me know.

For more information about the Autism Society, Tidewater Virginia. Call 757-461-4474 or visit http://www.tidewaterasa.org/.

New Senior Blogsite

It's Senior time and to celebrate that I have put together my new site for Cocoa Bean Seniors!
It has information on pricing, blogs, specials, and my new program called Cocoa Bean SpokesModels!  Check it out!  I am so excited to have something specifically for teens and to offer that "look" that oon to be High School graduates are searching for.  This product line offers a trendy, unique, fashionable photographic look that matches the Seniors personalities that come to me for it!

If you know a High School junior, or even those seniors waiting until the last minute for poraits, send them this link!!  If you are a junior or senior take a look!  Then don't hesitate to contact me!

Cocoa Bean Seniors-Check it out!

Welcoming the warm spring days!

I have been so excited to see the blooms come out on the trees and in my garden!  I am not one to be locked up inside!  Although I do admit to staying locked up on my computer a little too long and little too often.

I miss playing in the sun, getting my feet wet at the beach, and of course my warm outdoor sessions.  It's really is not quite as much fun telling people to smile and relax when it's too cold to unfreeze!  I can't think of a better way to hit off spring break than having 80 degree days!  In the spirit, here are a few fun, artistic shots just for the season!  Enjoy!

Make sure you do get out and enjoy the spring!