Tiny Sleepy Baby...

Baby "A" was so well-behaved for us! He did a whole lot of sleeping despite all my crazy posing, poor baby. Have I ever mentioned how much I LOVE photographing newborns? He was definitely no exception. Congratulations to your lovely family for this wonderful new addition! It was a pleasure photographing him...

On With the Show...

Nana was born to perform! Just give her a mic and watch her go! Her ballet pictures were yesterday and since I had to get her all dolled up for those, I decided to take my own here in my studio. Right away she grabbed the nearest light stand and started her own performance! We can't wait until her recital!

Do you want to be a Diva for a Day???

To celebrate Spring and new beginnings (and because I thought it was a really cool idea!), I am hosting a "Diva For a Day" contest!

The Grand Prize winner will receive:

a makeup session with a professional makeup artist
a studio and location session with up to 3 changes of clothing
One 11x14 print of your favorite pose
20% off any additional prints
15 low resolution images to post on your Facebook page
and being featured on Nostalgia Portraits' website/blog and marketing materials

The RULES are:

- open to new clients only. We want fresh faces!!!
- open to high school students only. You MUST be enrolled in the 2008-2009 school year.
- you and/or your parent must sign the model release.
- you must submit your entry by June 5, 2009 11:59 PM.
- your entry must include a NON-PROFESSIONAL picture of yourself and a blurb between 50- 150 words. Tell me what makes you unique, what sets you apart from the crowd. Have fun with it! This isn't a college application!
- entries without photos or essays will be disqualified.
-you CAN enter someone other than yourself so long as she meets contest criteria.
- voting will take place beginning June 6th for a 1 week period and is open to the general public. Finalists will be voted on by a panel of professional photographers.
- session will take place in late June.
- ALL entrants will receive 25% off a studio or location fee and free 5x7 just for entering!

Submit your entry now!!! Email picture and essay to: MonicaRGras@bellsouth.net and put "Diva Contest" in the subject line.

Oh These Are The Days...

To be young again. Photographing these beautiful girls was like a breath of fresh air. They are so much fun to be around. Reminded me of my younger days when life was so simple. Here is my rock star again getting ready for her big night. She IS stunning isn't she?

More These Are The Days...

More These Are The Days...

A Little Campaigning...

This is Whilly Bermudez. He is running for State Representative for District
# 116 here in Florida. Here he is with a group of fellow supporters. Vote for Whilly!!!