Welcome Thomas Ross

ThomasRossImages for a Cure welcomes College Station, TX based photographer, Thomas Ross! This Texan photographer photographs families, teens and brides. He has an appeal for those who want a simple, fun, and beautiful style of photography. His work is fun and really creative. If you’re in the Texas area…check him out. His photography is definitely one to go after. Thanks for participating, Thomas! We’re so glad to have you!

Website:  www.thomasrossphoto.com |  E-mail:  info@thomasrossphoto.com

Why did you want to get involved with Images for a Cure?
I wanted to help give others the gift of time.

How has Breast Cancer (or any cancer) made an impact on your life?
I was diagnosed with a rare form of cancer days before my 27th birthday in late 2006 .  Having over a year of time eaten up by numerous medical tests, surgeries, overnight stays, and ingesting a new form of  medication that was still being tested was a cakewalk.  The hardest part for me, was watching my wife deal with my illness.

What song best describes you?
My wife and I would totally disagree on this one.  She would say that Carly Simon’s “You’re So Vain” best describes me, only because I’m always checking myself out in the mirror.  I would have to say that Nickelback’s song “Photograph” best describes me, especially how every moment and memory has a defining impact on ourselves through out our lives.

Details of his sessions:
Portrait Session fees: $150 on location  (Includes HS Seniors, Families, Maternity, Newborns, Couples, Headshots)

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Welcome Jacquelyn Holling

jacquelyn hollingImages for a Cure welcomes Los Angeles, CA Photographer Jacquelyn Holling! Jacquelyn loves to learn, loves old cameras, and anything Miniature! Her photography has been showcased in several exhibitions as well. She brings beauty to the women she photographs, masculinity to the men she photographs and smiles to the children she photographs. Her work is beautifully simple and eye catching.

Email: Jacquelynholling@gmail.com |  Website: www.jacquelynwholling.com

Why did you want to get involved with Images for a Cure?
I have known a lot of breast cancer survivors, I like to think that in part they are survivors because of fundraisers like this and I wanted to be a part of this one.  I am also working on a coffee table book highlighting these survivors along with some art photography where donations will go towards the fight against breast cancer.  I thought, how silly would it be to put all of this effort into my project to donate to breast cancer, and not partake in this great event!

How has Breast Cancer (or any cancer) made an impact on your life?

I am lucky to not have lost anyone to breast cancer, but in 2008 when my Aunt, Ellen Condron, was diagnosed it was like kicking an old bruise for my family.  My father was one of six children, he passed away of Lymphoma in 2002, they say that every one in three people will be affected by cancer but it hadn’t really struck us that one of his siblings would likely face what he went through until we got the bad news.  Of course we all were hopeful but it was really hard.  At first the doctors had been very positive about my father’s cancer, they thought it would be very easy to tackle and he would be on with his life, so when he passed a year and a half after his diagnosis it really sucked a lot of the hope out of us.  Ellen restored our hope, she fought hard and didn’t except my father’s fate as her own.  She has now become certified as a master gardener and this weekend is moving her daughter into her first apartment in New York City.  Ellen has inspired me; and I hope to pass on her inspiration through my photography to other women and men fighting breast cancer.

Secret Guilty Pleasure:
When I have a lot of photoshop to catch up on I turn on the TV to casually watch crime shows (law and order, cold case, ncis, csi etc…) and I usually will get into the Tostitos and salsa or something chocolate!

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Welcome Images by GiGi

Vickie aka GigiImages for a Cure welcomes Las Vegas, NV photographer Vickie Gonzales from Images by GiGi! Vickie (who goes by GiGi) has a great attitude about her photography, and says it best: “the world is my studio”.  She’s clever and fun, and I’m sure her sessions will be a great experience to anyone looking for a great photographer participating in a great cause! Shoot her over an email and book one of Images for a Cure sessions today!

Website: www.imagesbygigi.com | Email: imagesbygigi@cox.net

Why did you want to get involved with Images for a Cure?
Being from a family of six girls, plus having 3 daughters, and four granddaughters, I would love to see a cure for breast cancer.

How has Breast Cancer (or any cancer) made an impact on your life?
I’ve been blessed not to have had breast cancer in my family, but have lost friends to breast cancer.

Who is the most influential person with regards to your business?
His name is Victor Wellington Peters, and attends my church. He’s an artist who is now 107 years old but didn’t start painting until he was 70. He was commissioned to paint a piece for our demonination and at the age of 103, was a finalist for the White House Christmas Card. He proves to me that it doesn’t matter how old you are if you are driven and passionate about your work.

I love shooting families and graduating seniors, but also love shooting weddings. My website is www.imagesbygigi.com and my email address is imagesbygigi@cox.net

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Welcome Norman Kushner

normankushnerImages for a Cure welcomes Marlboro, NJ Photographer Norman Kushner, from Norman Scott Photography and Video! His one of a kind images show one of a kind moments. He loves to be candid and really show just what’s there. Norman photographs everything from weddings, children, families, and pets. His studio work is amazing and he has won several acknowledgments for his work.

Website: www.normanscottphotography.com |  Blog: http://www.normanscottphoto.blogspot.com/

Why did you want to get involved with Images for a Cure?
I have a skill that could be put to use for a wonderful cause for a very devastating problem. I wanted to do what I could to help.

How has Breast Cancer (or any cancer) made an impact on your life?
My mother was treated for lymphoma she is still with us but not doing great. My mother inlaw passed from cancer. One of my clients a young woman with three young children passed after a long battle. I photographed her sons Bar-Mitzvah shortly after she died.

What is your view on having  studio or any type of formal photographs taken?
“I think people limit themselves in their thinking of photography and they don’t consider the many possibilities.”

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Welcome Caryn Azure

Caryn Azure PhotographyImages for a Cure welcomes Pittsburgh, PA photographer Caryn Azure! Following the styles of movies, bands, and fashion, Caryn gravitates towards a type of photojournalism that she calls unscripted photojournalism. She has a sense for people and really brings out the best in them. You can tell just by reading on her website and never having met her that she really loves what she does, and nothing gets better than that!

Website: www.carynazurephotography.com |  Blog: blog.carynazurephotography.com

Why did you want to get involved with Images for a Cure?
I love it when opportunities come my way to use photography as a means to promote healing, whether that be emotional or physical.

How has Breast Cancer (or any cancer) made an impact on your life?
My aunt died of cancer when I was pretty young. Since then, cancer has affected me in a more distant way, as I have quite a few friends who have been affected personally.

What’s coming in the mail tomorrow?
My new camera!! A Nikon D300s – with video! My first love is photography, but lately, I have been so moved by video work, and I can’t wait to play!

Details of her sessions:
I am offering a special rate of $150 for 5 IFAC sessions.

My contact info is:

Site: www.carynazurephotography.com

Blog: blog.carynazurephotography.com

Facebook: www.facebook.com/carynazurephotography

Twitter: www.twitter.com/carynazurephoto

Email: caryn@carynazurephotography.com

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