This year so far, six have come in to the studio for portrait sessions. They are: Hannah March, 7, of Sarasota; Emma Hurriser, 7, of St. Petersburg; Jaylyn Rodriguez, 5, of Tampa; Madison Cavanaugh, 5, of Seminole; Emily Evans, 17, of Valrico; and Erica Cilini, 12. Four others will come in the weeks following and we'll report their names here.
This is something I do on an annual basis and the time I spend with these very special young people is especially satisfying. The resulting portraits are moving and show a resolve in each child's face that is not replicable. Both parents and children are delighted with their complimentary portraits, many of which are displayed at Pediatric Cancer Foundation events throughout the Tampa Bay area.
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On Febuary 3, 2010, I attended a reception at the home of designer/goldsmith Owen J. Sweet on North Redington Beach. The event, attended by some 45 prominent area residents, was held to introduce the work of St. Petersburg-based sculptor/painter Lenne Nicklaus-Ball as well as some of my own selected works of portraiture. Hors d'oeuvres delightfully prepared by Chef Steffan were served along with some of Steffan's fine wine selections.
It was a great evening. Read these pages often for the locations of future receptions to which you will be invited.
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Fashion Funds the Cure next month. I hope you can join me for this exciting event!
In addition to enjoying delicious delicacies from top area restaurants, private shopping, and an incredible auction, each of our supporters has the unique opportunity to help make the memory of a lifetime for a young girl battling cancer by sponsoring her participation in the show. Scenes from our full spring fashion show feature these girls making their debut on the runway, modeling much more than clothing. Fashion Funds the Cure is a celebration of their incomparable strength and courage. These girls redefine beauty.
The Fashion Funds the Cure fashion show will be held:
Tuesday, March 9, 2010
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Saks Fifth Avenue
Westshore Plaza, Tampa
Special Guest Host
Carson Kressley
of
"How to Look Good Naked"
and
"Queer Eye for the Straight Guy"
$100 Individual Ticket
$250 Patron Ticket
(Includes a listing in the event program)
Advance reservations can be made by
calling (813) 269-0955.
I'll be there photographing the event and it would be great to see you participate as well. It's always a great evening for all who come.
