Spring Flowers – Plant Pictures

Spring flowers are beautiful and add so much to your outside space. Here the camera is turned away from portraits of people and being pointed at beautiful outdoor plants. Last year I tried being a junior farmer. Tried growing tomatoes, peppers, strawberries, and watermelons. I know it’s supposedly easy to do but it didn’t workContinue reading “Spring Flowers – Plant Pictures”

5 Tips for Good Portrait Sessions – Working with Photographers

Successful Portrait Session I have been shooting models, actors, families and others for a number of years now and have 5 suggestions that I think will be helpful for those considering a shoot especially for the first time. 1. The Appointment.Sit down and discuss with the photographer the purpose of the photography and what youContinue reading “5 Tips for Good Portrait Sessions – Working with Photographers”

Alaska Vacation – Beautiful Day Trip

Alaska Railroad train ride from Anchorage to Seward was a vacation highlight. Starting in Anchorage during the early morning, the tavelled along the countryside showing beautiful greenery. Other spectacular views included wildlife, glaciers, and aircraft parked in backyards. As a photographer I could point my camera in any direction and see something unbelievably beautiful. SoContinue reading “Alaska Vacation – Beautiful Day Trip”

The Great but Barely Known African American Photographer J P Ball

Black Photographer James Presley Ball like a lot of others made tremendous contributions to art and history but few know of him. by Lonnie Dawkins J.P. Ball at one time was considered the best photographer in the Cincinnati area and later one of the best and most successful in the nation, yet few people have ever heard of him. PriorContinue reading “The Great but Barely Known African American Photographer J P Ball”

Remembering President Barack Obama’s 2009 Inauguration

Barack Obama’s inauguration viewed from the National Mall in Washinton, jam-packed with peaceful attendees. It was a freezing cold January day in 2009 when we stood in a massive orderly crowd as President Barack Hussein Obama was sworn into office. Those were peaceful times and security was not as tight.. On Monday crowds strolled theContinue reading “Remembering President Barack Obama’s 2009 Inauguration”

DC Wall Mural: Conversation

Wall mural located near Ben’s Chili Bowl in Washington, DC.  Model Keneisha Cook has a conversation with wise man.  Wondering what he is saying. It looks like a serious conversation.  What do you think? 240.559.7586

Edwin Samson- Black white and photo session

Photo shoot with model, songwriter and Taekwondo athlete Edwin Samson

Engagement Photo Session can be a Fun Time

Engagement photography service in the Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, DC area. Beautiful, fun, personalized pictures

Photos Required: Children grow up so fast

Child and family photography service in Prince George’s County, Maryland and surrounding area by professional photographer Lonnie Dawkins.

Going to the Courthouse and We’re Going to get Married

Planning to get married at the courthouse in Prince George’s County or Washington, DC?  I’ll meet you and capture the moment in beautiful pictures. Whether it’s just the two of you, or the two of you and a small group of family and friends, it can be a very special event! After we take picturesContinue reading “Going to the Courthouse and We’re Going to get Married”

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