Dr. Norman C. Francis

Dr. Francis with Senator Landriue sharing a moment before the event. 

Dr. Francis listening to the presentation.

April 22, 2015—Washington, DC—One great privilege as a photographer is the meeting of extraordinary people.  Dr. Norman C. Francis is such a person.  The past president of Xavier University in New Orleans, he led the institution for 47 years.  His leadership provided many opportunities for students and the people of New Orleans.  He is a leader in education and in 2006 he was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom. 

On this date a reception was held in the residence of Senator Mary L. Landrieu to honor his service.  To learn more about his legacy: www.francislegacy.com

(Sometimes you have no choice, you can’t change positions nor can you get a better angle.  Just wish I could have moved that plant.  I still like this moment.)

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San Francisco

April 04, 2015—San Francisco—It is not often that a day is spent just wandering around with a camera and finding images.  But an extra day was built into a business trip to do such an adventure.  Luckily the weather was perfect and the location picturesque.  Three the Japanese Tea Garden, Chinatown, and TransAmerica Pyramid provided great photo opportunities.

Transamerica Pyramid Two Views

Chinatown

Funeral procession

Japanese Tea Garden

Selfie Stick

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Best Buddies Job at The White House

Meeting in the Old Executive Office Building

 March 26, 2015—The White House--Best Buddies Jobs participants meeting with Presidential Advisor Taryn Williams at The White House in the Old Executive Office Building about the importance of competitive integrated employment for people with disabilities. Accompanying the group is Radio & TV host TommyMcFly and Best Buddies Government Affairs VP Lisa Derx.

Group Shot with Taryn Williams outside the White House Gates

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Cartier Women's Initiative Award

February 02, 2015—Washington, DC—At the French Embassy, Cartier Women's Initiative Presentation, was able to get a few moments to photograph, Mercedes Abramo,  the President & CEO of Cartier North America.  Learn more about the Initiative.

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Tim Shriver: Fully Alive

January 08, 2015--Georgetown University, Washington, DC--Tim Shriver with Paul Elie talking about Tim's book, Fully Alive at the Riggs Library.

Over 200 friends and students attended the talk, Tim signed books afterward.

Photos made with Nikon D810 iso 5000
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The Middle East Institute Annual Conference

Keynote Speaker Senator Tim Kaine

November 19-20--Washington, DC--The Middle East Institute hosted their 68th Annual Conference at the Grand Hyatt.  This two day reception and conference honored dignitaries in their quest to inform and make a difference in Middle East.  The conference entitled "Navigating the Storm: The Middle East in 2015" provided a variety of ideas, opportunities and transitions for peace, harmony and goodwill.

MEI Visionary Award Winner Shafik Gabr

Panelist Cenqiz Candar

Technical Notes:  Images shot on Nikon D810 and Df cameras.  So you think you can shoot these images on a camera phone?  You might get one or two usable images with your camera phone.  To get consistent usable imagery, I used quality Nikkor lenses, shot at high ISO, color balanced the files and adjusted for grain and sharpness. There were five panels with five panelists.  Each person was photographed as well as group and audience photographs.  Each person was photographed from various angles and hopefully at a good moment.  Over 2000 frames were made throughout the event but that number was edited to show only publication worthy images.

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DC Special Olympics Fall Classic Basketball Tournament

Kennedy School 

November 06--Catholic University, Washington, DC--Passion, athleticism and friendships abound at Special Olympic events.  The DC Special Olympics Fall Classic provides opportunity for athletes to get out of class for the day and join in the competition.  As a long time basketball referee, I cherish these games.  The pure sportsmanship and players enjoying the game make it a enjoyable competition. In between the games, I made these team photos.

Teams from DC participated in the DC Special Olympics Fall Classic Basketball Tournament.  Teams played 3on3 and 5on5.  Hosted at Catholic University.  For more information www.specialolympicsdc.org

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Ballou Senior High School

Sharpe Health

Photographs made on a Nikon D810 with two SB-800 in a Westcott Rapid Box.

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Family Photography: Laura and Khalad

July 04, Washington, DC--Three generations, bringing every one together to concentrate on sitting still and showing a good face.  Each personality shows through.  Sometimes one or two people might lose their concentration, so its my job to get them back on track and "look good for the camera!"

(technical notes)  Shot with my Nikon Df, two Speedlights SB-800, both in Westcott Rapid Boxes.  45 degrees angle and back light.  This lighting system provides soft and even lighting, easy setup and convenient.  It has provided a great solution inexpensively,  that helps to keep my overhead low!

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