Jamilah and Mauratae's Family Pictures (Florida)

I recently enjoyed photographing Jamilah and Mauratae's family session in Florida with their children, Ziyah and Zaylen. Jamilah and Mauratae steamy engagement and fun wedding pictures are featured on my website: www.shellyedwards.com. It is amazing how Jamilah and Ziyah not only look so much alike but their gestures are so similar. There were many times during the session when Ziyah stuck out her tongue and I wondered where she got it from then later I got a shot where they both simultaneously stuck out their tongue totally unaware that the other person was doing it too. That was funny to me! :-) It was precious seeing how much Mauratae loved his children often kissing them and hugging them without me tell telling him to do so. They really enjoyed their father's care. In keeping with their tattoo tradition, they added their children's name to the collection. Below are a few of my favorites from their session. It was indeed a pleasure seeing you again Jamilah and Mauratae and thanks for choosing Shelly Edwards Photography to capture this next phase of your life! :-)

Collectable and Delectable at Phillips Point Club by The Breakers (West Palm Beach, Florida)

This month I enjoyed photographing another event for Collectable and Delectable ((http://stores.ebay.com/Collectable-and-Delectable)! :-) This time it was for their Shop & Drop For A Cure luncheon and fashion show where they partnered with the American Cancer Society (www.cancer.org) in an effort to raise awareness and funding for the fight against cancer. Their collection included high end luxury handbags, shoes, dresses, jewelry, and vintage pieces. They made a generous donation of 20% of all sales proceeds from the event to the American Cancer Society. There was also the option for individuals to donate their slightly loved items to the worthy cause and in doing so 75% of all proceeds were donated directly to the American Cancer Society! The event turned out lovely and was well attended. It was held at Phillips Point Club by The Breakers (www.phillipspointclub.com). Some of you will remember from a previous post, the awe I have for the Breakers Hotel so it was with sheer joy that I enjoyed photographing at their other location, Phillips Point. It was a pleasure meeting the person responsible for membership sales, Meg.

The event was particularly touching for me as I observed Lindsey in tears as she, Mae, and Meg received plaques from the American Cancer Society with appreciation to their dedication to the fight against cancer. Both of Lindsey's parents passed away due to cancer and Mae's father was also diagnosed with cancer so the event was very personal for them. Within the past week, I have also had 2 friends from my university years who passed away. Even though it wasn't because of cancer, I understand the pain death causes to family and friends and thus the need to do what we can to help to fight illness. I chose the song for this slideshow with that in mind and dedicate it to them.

It was a pleasure meeting the editor of Vive Magazine (www.vivemagazine.com), Carla and guests received copies of the magazine in their goody bags. Vive Magazine is the definitive source for life and luxury for the Florida woman and I'm delighted to let you know that yesterday I was selected to be one of their photographers capturing their Palm Beach county events for their 1/2 million readers!!! :-) Thanks Carla! :-) Thanks again Mae and Lindsey for choosing Shelly Edwards Photography to capture your special event!

I have included some of the pictures from the event below. You can view the slideshow by visiting www.shellyedwards.com/CDP or click on the link below:

Collectable and Delectable at David Drebin Store (Palm Beach, Florida)

I recently had the pleasure of working again with my most frequent client, Mae (7th time directly and through referrals)! :-) This time I enjoyed capturing her business side as she worked along with the owners, Lindsey and Peter for Collectable and Delectable's showing at the David Drebin Pop-Up Store. It was wonderful photographing some of Palm Beach island's most renowned and influential people people while being surrounded by Chanel, Prada, and other high end clothing and shoes for sale! Do stop by their store and website (http://stores.ebay.com/Collectable-and-Delectable) for amazing deals for new and "slightly loved" high-end clothing at sometimes 1/2 of their regular retail prices! It was also a pleasure meeting the lovely staff at the David Drebin's store (http://www.facebook.com/pages/Palm-Beach-FL/The-David-Drebin-Pop-Up-Store/278123361786) and made the most of one of his employees, Kimberly who modeled in one of the dresses. Thanks again everyone for a great time and stay tuned for the pictures from their next event!

Below are few of the pictures from the evening. To view the slideshow, visit www.shellyedwards.com/CDD or click on the link below:

Melissa and George's Engagement Slideshow: A True Life Story

I recently enjoyed photographing the second part of Melissa and Georges' engagement session in Florida. I was contacted by event planner, Sherry Carey of www.chainofeventsbahamas.com about photographing her clients, Melissa and Georges for their engagement and wedding. They had already booked their photographer but Melissa and Georges were smitten by the images on my site and decided to book me instead. Melissa and I hit it off from the beginning and I was super excited when she requested to do the engagement story relieving their true life love story. The real story took place in both Haiti and Florida but the re-enactment took place in Florida. I particularly love the fact that their story shows that life is so unpredictable and that things that disappoint us (computer not working) might be the very thing used to change our lives in a wonderful way! Melissa and Georges are truly a lovely, fun couple and I'm definitely looking forward to the continuation of their love story on the their wedding day! :-)

Special thanks to Sherry for suggesting the fabulous location and lovely staff at So Cool Events in Miami for the ice bar scene (one more checked off on my wish list) where we braved 25 degrees weather! Thanks also to Ferra who did a great impromptu job as our bar tender and Sherry as my lighting assistant for the day! Thanks also to Christopher for your assistance with the home session!

To view the slideshow, visit www.shellyedwards.com/MGE or click on the link below:

Sizzling Bridal Boudoir/ Lingerie Pictures

Add some passion and sizzle to knock your husband's socks off for Valentine's Day, your wedding, wedding anniversary, or just for a surprise! Contact Shelly Edwards Photography for a Bridal Boudouir/ Lingere session. This can be you: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CHDlin4PtjY&feature=player_embedded