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”

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.

Diamonds! – Women with Age Photography

Photography showcasing the beauty of women with age. Diamonds!! Some of these women are sisters from church,  some I met at various events, some are aunts.  Some are friends from the neighborhood.  The one on the cover with the black hat is my late mother. Some are gone all and some are still here toContinue reading “Diamonds! – Women with Age Photography”

Children Photography – Young lad with braids

Handsome youngster with braids.  Photo taken at his family reunion event in July 2015. Children are always a pleasure to photograph especially when they are like this young fellow. He enjoyed having this picture taken.  He was often nearby ready for another shot. Do you have wonderful  pictures of your children and family?  If not, contact me byContinue reading “Children Photography – Young lad with braids”

Big Bold Pictures in Big Bold Frames

We believe that one should not settle for digital images.  Make beautiful images and print them large.  Then pick big beautiful frames to show them off.  Put them on your wall where all can see or gift them for friends.  Lonnie Dawkins Photography

Senior Portraits – It’s All About the Graduate

Senior Portraits – Gleeful image of a college graduate during her photo shoot. During the session we take the standard cap and gown images and then we take creative shots that express the graduate’s personality. Pictures are taken in studio and in various locations of the graduate’s choice. It’s all about the graduate as weContinue reading “Senior Portraits – It’s All About the Graduate”

The Beauty of Age

Beautiful Women “And the beauty of a woman, with passing years only grows!” ― Audrey Hepburn Here are some examples of ladies who are beautiful inside and out.  Fun happy people who have seen and been through a lot of experiences throughout their lives and have kept smiling and bringing joy to others. Pinterest

Family Circle – Gathering for prayer. Family Reunion – Rutherfordton, NC

Reuniting for fellowship, fun, and food.  36th annual Hart-Sims family reunion.  It’s not the largest family reunion but it has been consistently held since 1976.  After many years of holding banquets in hotels, etc. our family went back to a simple backyard celebration this year..  Fish Fry on Friday night, cookout Saturday afternoon, and largeContinue reading “Family Circle – Gathering for prayer. Family Reunion – Rutherfordton, NC”

Photos: Hundreds Marched Demanding Justice for Trayvon Martin in Washington, DC

Saturday, April 7, 2012. Hundreds of protesters marched in Washington, DC demanding justice for Trayvon Martin, the Florida teen who was killed.  Marchers represented people of all races, young and old.  Buses and cars blew their horns in solidarity. http://www.lonniedawkins.com

%d bloggers like this: