Saturday, October 9, 2010

Angus Barn Celebrates 25 years of Hope

Can you say FANTABULOUS!! I am blessed to have been a part of this amazing evening made possible by Gordon Welsh of Welsh Paper and Corrugated Company. This evening was a benefit to celebrate Walk for Hope.

Does it get any better than a 6 course meal prepared to perfection by 6 award winning chefs?!! Yes, all dressed up with my favorite Nikon accessory around my neck, but trust me ...I put the camera down to enjoy this feast fit for a King! [ or Queen ;) ]


Amuse-Bouche Prepared by: Chef Todd Whitney of J. Betski's
Smoked Trout Salad on English Cucumber,sliced Strip with an Apple Horseradish Sauce on Toast Points, and a Swabian Onion, Spinach and Mushroom Cake.
The Pour: Angus Barn, Sparkling White, Biltmore Estate, Asheville NC
Soup Prepared by: Chef Joe Lumbrazo of Backyard Bistro
Mascarpone Infused Cauliflower Puree, with Carmalized Diver Scallop, Sweet Pea Oil, Pancetta and Melted Leeks.
The Pour: Marques de Casa Concha, Chardonnay, Maipo Valley, Chile

Salad Prepared by: Chef Scott James of Midtown Grill
Smoked Magret Duck Breast, Pickled Plums and Cress Salad with Mission Figs and Five-Spice Walnuts.
The Pour: Parker Station Winery, Pinot Noir, Santa Barbara, Ca

Fish Prepared by: Chef Jason Cunningham of Washington Duke Inn
Carmelized Alaskan Halibut, Autumn vegetable and Lobster Hash, Sweet Potato Puree,
Roasted Beet Emulsion and Tiny Herbs.
The Pour: Paco & Lola Albarino, Rias Baixas, Spain

Entree Prepared by: Chef Walter Royal of The Angus Barn
Angus Barn's six-week aged Roasted Tenderloin, with Local Walnuts, Wild Mushroom Blend, Kale and Dried Cranberries with a Red Wine Jus, Served with Truffle Red Potatoes and Julienne vegetables.
The Pour: Saddle Rock Winery, Merlot, Malibu Ca

Dessert Trio Prepared by: Chef David Gaydeski of the Governor's Mansion
Chocolate Souffle with Whipped Creme and Decadent Chocolate Sauce, Trifle with English Creme and Fresh Berries and a Lemon bar with Lemon curd.
The Pour: Penfolds Winery, Club Tawny Port, Barrossa Valley, Australia

Yes that is Ronnie Laws playing the sax and the clarinet at the same time!Kitty Kinnin interviews Ronnie Laws!

Van Eure, owner and heart and soul of the nationally renowned Angus Barn.

A huge thanks to Kitty Kinnin for bringing me as her guest! She tried so hard to get me to keep up with all the wine and port pours


Saturday, September 25, 2010

Allison and Chris

Another Fabulous looking couple! -brought their babies along too:)
Congratulations to Allison & Chris who will tie the knot this Fall at the Sheraton Downtown Raleigh!

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Tuesday, September 14, 2010

2010 Contest Series comes to a Close

As I gear up for Fall Sessions and the Holiday Season the 2010 Contest Series comes to a close. I had such a blast featuring some local talent at the First Friday Events! Thank you to all who participated. Keep up the good work! Since it was such a success I will certainly entertain the idea of launching another Contest Series in the near future.

If you were a Finalist and have not yet picked up your submission print that I hung up for voting please contact me to schedule a time to swing by the studio and get it. You will have until Oct 15th to pick up your complimentary print.

***Winners for August Natural Beauty Theme will hang at Brueggers until Oct 15th.

TO VIEW 2010 Finalists and Winners: Click HERE

Can't believe I am already in full motion with Holiday Sessions. This week will be the last Beach Session Series of the Season as I venture to Carolina Beach & Kure Beach once more:)!!!

Wednesday, September 1, 2010

Let the VOTING begin!

CONGRATULATIONS to the Finalists for the August "Natural Beauty of the Earth or of the Soul" photo contest. Below you will find the winning images open for voting!

Thank you to all who submitted images. They were all BEAUTIFUL!

Due to the Holiday Weekend I know many of you will be out of town so I wanted to provide an opportunity for everyone to participate in the Aspiring Artist Contest Vote!

Share this post with your friends and family to allow them to ROCK THEIR VOTE from now until midnight Monday Sept 6th. The system will record 1 vote per IP address. Thank you and Good Luck!

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Monday, August 23, 2010

Rose Hill Plantation - Nashville, NC



Loved this Venue...
and my Fabulous Clients who made it possible for me to experience such a beautiful event!
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I can't say enough about this Wedding Venue ~ What an AMAZING location! Only 45 mins from Raleigh and a true country getaway. Gorgeous landscaping with lots of property (can't disturb any neighbors)!

Historic home with natural wood floors, fabulous porch, lake and pool with endless photos ops! From the Bridal Portrait to the Sparklers, I was happy to have had the opportunity to photograph at Rose Hill Plantation in Nashville, NC.

Congratulations to Courtney and Jason. See their Dream Wedding here:
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