Last week, the North Carolina Press Association recognized a video I produced on Jimmy Murphey and his new home. Murphey spent his life making sure children had a toys and families had food at Christmas. A group in the community took it upon themselves to build him a new home after they learned his house was falling apart.
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North Carolina Photos of the Year award
I was honored to have one of my images place in the North Carolina Press Photographer’s Association annual Photos of the Year competition last weekend. My photo of a Central Cabarrus basketball player getting tripped up while driving to the basket was awarded third place in the Sports Action category.
A lot of wonderful work form various shooters in the state was recognized so take the time to check out the winners.
Some Favorites from 2011: Weddings
As we enter 2012 I wanted to take a minute and look back a few of my favorite wedding images last year. I’ve had the good fortune to work with and learn from the extremely awesome Jason Miczek as well as shoot a few on my own. Thank you to all the incredible brides and grooms who let me share their most memorable day. I’m looking forward to growing the wedding side of my photography in 2012.
Click on the photo above to see a full gallery or check out a few more images on the jump.
The Nutcracker
It’s not Christmas without “The Nutcracker.” At least that’s how Rebecca and Daniel Wiley feel. Each year the husband and wife dance teachers take a group of students and volunteers (ages 4 to 40+) and put on a production of the classic holiday ballet that seems to rival professional dance companies. I joined them for a dress rehearsal of the ballet last weekend and put together a short video. I had the nice problem of having too much stuff to jam into the 3 minutes and looking back there is even more I could have explored if I spent more time with them. Rebecca and Daniel were a joy to meet and hang out with for an afternoon and who knows, maybe next year I can spend more time documenting this wonderful production (They start rehearsals in September)
There are more photos on the jump …
“Playoffs! Are you kidding me, I just hope we can win a game … “
Kannapolis takes the field prior to a game against Weddington during the second round of the NCHSAA 3AA playoffs Friday night at Kannapolis Memorial Stadium. The Wonders defeated Weddington 41-20 to advance to the quarterfinals where they will meet Charlotte Catholic. (Photo by James Nix)
A few of my favorites from the first couple of weeks on the jump.