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Deval's 40th James Bond Party
Imagine how excited I was to get the call to photograph a James Bond themed birthday party being the lifelong Bondfan that I am. Kajal & Deval, for whom I'd photographed a family portrait session earlier in the year, threw an amazing party at Paradise cove with all the glamour of the Casino Royale. There were martinis (shaken, not stirred of course), roulette tables, Bond memorabilia, ball gowns, tuxedos, and an awesome Indian feast. There was even a red-carpet style photobooth provided by KiranPhotography to create commemorative custom designed images.
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Venue: Paradise Cove - Southlake
Catering: Paradise Cove
DJ/MC: DJ Asim
Stafford Family Portraits
Definitely one of the more unique spots I've photographed a family in, when Elizabeth and I were planning the session, she said, I'd love to do it in a hardware store, that's my dad's happy place. And sure enough, I got in touch with the fine folks at ACE Hardware in McKinney and they let us come in and do our session there!
I knew Elizabeth from my wonderful church, but it was the first time meeting her parents who were in town from Florida. I loved Charlotte (Mom's) sense of humour and Dave (Dad's) quiet easy going nature. They were a blast to work with: Charlotte and I commiserated over the woes of the public school teacher.
Normally I'd be kind of stressed out by random people walking around in my background or dogs wandering through the shot, but in tihs case I kinda felt like it was perfect!
Definitely a daddy's girl.
A coffee break in the middle of our session? Why not!?
The Kendall Family
Was blessed to spend a perfect Autumn Sunday morning with the family of one of my best friends. Grandma Shelley and Grandpa, Kevin; Mom, Summer and Dad John - their kids, Nathan, Nattie, & Nicholas; Mom, Brittney and her little one, Dylan.
I mean, you can just tell how loving and tender this family is.
Josh W. Senior 2014
Meet Josh, this dude is a senior at Liberty High School getting ready to go to Texas A&M. He can wail on the guitar and help you build a screaming fast workstation for photo editing so your bulky windows 7 system that freezes every half hour can finally be retired- what a great guy!
Even got to sneak in a shot with this old man. Good times!
Bhenat Art Piece selected for Exhibition
Work by Kiran Fernandes, a McKinney-based photographer, has been selected to be featured in Frisco City Hall. The Photo titled “Bhenat” (Offering) has been selected to grace the main entryway to City Hall and the Public Library for the coming year.
"The picture represents the rich tapestry of diversity that is characteristic of one of the fastest growing cities in the Nation," said Fernandes.
The photographic print on fine art canvas was described by the Arts board as "Visually exciting and inspiring.”
The image was created in March 2013 at a housewarming ceremony for the wedding of an Indian family in Plano, TX.
Fernandes, who owns KiranPhotography, specializes in weddings, portraits and special events.
This past year Fernandes retired from a full time position teaching at a public middle school to pursue a new career path as a full time photographer.
"I feel very blessed to have been given the opportunity to pursue what I feel truly called to do,” he said. “It has given me a renewed sense of purpose and I feel great to be able to express myself through my art.”
The work is sponsored by the Frisco Public Art Program, and will be on display at the George Purefoy Municipal Complex from November 2013 to August 2014.
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Legacy Christian Academy 15th Anniversary Banquet
On October 26, Legacy Christian Academy in Frisco Texas along with over 800 of its community and family celebrated it's 15th Anniversary with a banquet held at the Marriott at Legacy Town Center in Plano. It was amazing to hear the story of how the Lord has blessed the work of this school in creating young Christians prepared to be leaders in our society! The duck hunt them of the decor and dress of many guests payed tribute to the keynote speaker Jase Robertson, star of A&E's hit series Duck Dynasty.
Frisco City Manager George Purfoy & wife:
The live auction kept the excitement up throughout the evening.
The absolutely epic candy bar awaiting the guests after the banquet!
The banquet's keynote speaker Jase Robertson of Duck Dynasty curiously would not allow any pictures of himself to be taken during his speach, but here's headmaster Chris Harmon with a life-size cardboard cutout of Mr. Robertson!
Dr. Chris Harmon, headmaster, with US Senator & Mrs. Ken Paxton.
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Venue & Catering: Marriott at Legacy Town Center
Lighting & Production: Mark Knight
NTPC Low Key
Got to spend some time with Ms. Devaughn at the club a few weeks ago to create some great images in a low key scheme.
View the Full Gallery Here!
Allison & Ron's Wedding
Venue: The Surrey House McKinney, TX Flowers: Joyce Standley DJ: Don Dwinell
Hair: Leslie Lane - Locks & Lashes Cake & Catering: Surrey House Bartender: Noah Partridge - Partridge Event Services
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Perfect weather on a most beatific Fall day for Allison & Ron's Wedding in McKinney. I met Allison through Gabi who is a former student of mine, and was blessed to be able to capture her big day. She fancied herself a bridezilla - hah! Far from it, Allison & Ron are two of the most gracious and sweet people I've met.
NTPC Halloween
Halloween at the Club
Photo credit above to Janice Tillerson
Featuring the work of the lovely and talented makeup artist Tommi Stugart.
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BH Music Studios Adapt Showcase
Got the chance to photograph the BH music studios ADAPT performance showcase at Rock101 in Little Elm.
Loved seeing how into cheering on his girls this dad got!
When this girl performs, it's cool to see how it captivates people. She's pretty incredible.
Pretty sure this is my favorite shot of the night:
Enjoyed hearing some super talented artists, especially Lauren R. & Ian A - even saw one of my former students, Aly M.!
View the Portrait Gallery from BHStudios' Summer Camp
View the Gallery from BH Studios last Concert at House of Blues