Ed Pierce

Celebration of the Arts

This weekend I had the pleasure of photographing the 11th Annual Celebration of the Arts in Howard County. The Gala featured a Silent Auction and the Rising Star Competition. All the people who competed in the Rising Star Competition were amazing. I wish you could have been there because my photographs does not do the performers justice. The sounds and the movement created were unbelievable. Check out the slideshow to see all the fun.



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Framing Class

So I am taking a framing class and it's pretty fun. Here is my class photo :)

Yankees vs Os

Let it Rain

All School

Kids

I think kids are so funny. They say the craziest things, and most of them aren't afraid of anything. Check out this photo of me and some kids in DC. After this picture was taken all the kids jumped me to see the photo. It felt like I was being attacked by 100 little kids. I put the camera into my pocket but that didn't stop them. They started going through my pockets trying to see the picture. The teacher had to intervene, I think she saved my life lol. I love my job.

My Day

So when I got home from work, Heidi surprised me with my favorite cookie, sugar :)




Then Chris and Cristina took myself and Heidi out to a really cool restaurant in Baltimore. XS is a chic coffee bar by day, an innovative sushi bar in the evening and a DJ lounge at night. I really enjoyed myself tonight.

DC MD Pug Tour

There are great photographers everywhere. Tonight I got the chance to chat with some of the best photographers in the MD, DC area.

Cake

My buddy Brandan made this kick butt cake for Heidi and I. The cake was so moist. Heidi said it tasted like it was made by angels and I do have to agree. I would share it with everyone but we finished it once we started. Yum.

Heather & Jesse

I had so much fun with Heather and Jesse tonight. These two love birds were ready for anything I threw at them. I would put them in a spot and they would do the rest. I couldn't have asked for a better couple. You can tell by the photos that they really love each other. I can't wait for their wedding. Make sure you check out their awesome slideshow.

Must See

La Shaun

Greene Turtle Raffle Winner

And the lucky couple to win the Wedding Raffle is Elizabeth and Dan from Norfolk, VA. I am super excited to photograph this wedding because of their generosity. I haven't met these two but I can tell I'm going to have a lot of fun with them. Be sure to check back in June to see their wedding slideshow.

Greene Turtle Raffle

Today the Greene Turtle in Columbia, MD is holding a fundraiser for a beautiful little girl. Sarah Faith, 1 ½ years old, was diagnosed with a form of childhood cancer called Neuroblastoma. On February 15th 2008 the surgeons at John Hopkins Hospital were able to successfully remove the tumor near her spine. The road to recovery is far from over, although her prognosis has improved significantly. There have been many negative effects on Sarah’s body because of the cancer.

With all that said, the Greene Turtle of Columbia will donated a portion of their profits from today to support Sarah Faith. There will also be amazing raffles, silent auctions, gift certificates, and trips that will help in the fund.

After reading this, I knew I wanted to help, so I am donating a wedding package to one lucky couple. So if you’re in the area, come join me at the Greene Turtle tonight for some drinks, food and fun.

And the Winner is...

Congratulations to Nancy from NY for winning the Jackpot Engagement Photo Contest. It wasn't even close, Rosemary, Tara, Samini, Mekia, Liz, and Christina all had 1 point. Laura and Barbara had 0 points, sorry ladies :( But everyone who enter the contest will be receiving a parting gift in the mail. Thank you to everyone who entered.

Jackpot Drawing

Cherry Blossom Festival

This Saturday will be the Cherry Blossom Festival in DC. The festival will start at 10am and end at 7pm, but I am going to try to get into DC by 7am and walk all day. I have never been to this festival but it should be pretty fun. So if anyone wants to come and join me, feel free to email or call me so we can pick a meeting spot.

Getting Married

Today I got to meet with two great couples, Diane and Scott and Cristina and Chris. I had a blast getting to know both couples. I think its fate sometime on how I meet these great couples. I always find something in common with all my clients. Dianne and Scott will be getting married in May and Cristina and Chris will be getting marred in September. Here is a picture of Cristina and Chris, what a lovely couple. I want to say sorry but I forgot to get a picture of Diane and Scott :( But make sure to check back on April 6th, I will be photographing their engagement session.

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