Help Portrait by Robert Klimkiewicz

Robert of Robert E. Klimkiewicz, Jr. Photography and DC Shutterbugs graciously provided the following post in hopes of supporting this great cause. Thanks Robert for your desire to serve the community with your gifts.

A little while back I heard about Help-Portrait, a way to give back to the community using our talents as photographers. I sat on it for a while and eventually signed up after seeing the video below.

Everyday I'm thankful for the things I have, the people around me, my job, my health, etc. But with the holidays approaching we're reminded that there are those who are less fortunate, whether they don't have a job, no family around, nobody to go home to -- whatever the case may be, there are people who don't have as much to be thankful for as I do. I've often wanted to find a way to give back, in some way, and help someone who needs it. I think Help-Portrait is a great way to do so, and if I can make someone smile by doing something I love, it's win-win!

The Northern Virginia/Washington DC chapter of Help-Portrait could use some volunteers, whether they're photographers, people who can do hair/make-up, as well as those willing to bring food, donate books, blankets, clothes, etc. We'll be getting together on Thursday night, November 12, at Busboys and Poets in Arlington to plan the official Help-Portrait day, which is Saturday, December 12. You can find out more about Help-Portrait in your area and sign up here.

You don't need to be a pro (I'm not!), but you do have to be willing to help. If you can help, I hope to see you there! If you can spread the word or know of someone who can help out, please email me at robert@rekphoto.com or direct them to the website above.

You can also find Help-Portrait on:

• Twitter
• Facebook

Thank you!

MM10 - More Kid Photos

I once heard Scott Kelby (at least I think it was Scott who said this?!?) call a blog "a monster you bring to life one day, which from that day on requires you to feed its insatiable appetite". This is definitely a true statement, and I didn't realize just how much of my time and energy I used to be able to devote to this blog until the twins arrived and made me rearrange my schedule. Well I'm happy to report that slowly but surely, Rose and I are settling into the routine of being parents of four little ones, and I greatly appreciate that fact that you all have continued to visit my little corner of the web, despite the fact that things have been a little slow around here. Other than clients' work, photography for me over the last few weeks has consisted of being a "proud papa" - so I thought I'd share. Hope you don't get tired of seeing them... oh, and sorry it's only six pictures, but I'm doing my best. Have a great week everybody!

Wedding Planning with LK Events and Design

Towner Jones Photography is continuing to grow as a premiere regional wedding photography studio and is pleased to announce that it has partnered with LK Events and Design in Richmond, VA as part of its plans to expand the studio's central-Virginia presence. Lindsay Averette, owner and operator of LK Events and Design is a talented, up-and-coming wedding planner with timeless style as well as creative new concepts for today's modern bride. Towner Jones Photography looks forward to serving her clients' engagement and wedding photography needs.

In the weeks ahead, Towner Jones Photography will be featuring this exciting new business partner here on the blog - please stay tuned for more information.

Birthday Wishes

 

Two amazing women who have both had a profound impact on my life happen to share a birthday today. So I think it's fitting to wish my beautiful wife Rose, and my wonderful mother Delight, a very happy birthday from the most public forum I have accessible. Thank you Mom for your role in giving me life, and thank you Rose for your role in completing it. I hope you have a fantastic birthday and I love you both!

TJP Photo Contest #13 - Red

This month's theme is "Red" - here's another contest open to your interpretation and I'm looking forward to seeing a lot of creativity in your photos. Remember that you can submit multiple images, so when you're exploring "Red" this month, feel free to capture it from different perspectives and share them all.

Prize: $25 B&H Gift Card

Who Can Participate: Everyone, our contests are open to pros and amateurs alike

Deadline: Monday, November 30th @ Midnight (Eastern)

How and What to Submit: Submit JPEG photos to contest@townerjones.com- make sure to include your name and contact information (in case you win). JPEGs should be at least 800x600 pixels in size, and may be resized for display.

The winner and other selected entries will be displayed on this blog.

For additional information on our contest policy, click here.