Last Fall I had the great privilege of flying to Northern Uganda to spend 9 days with the Women and Children of Women’s Global Empowerment Fund’s microfinance program. It was literally the most inspiring and empowering trip of my life (to date.)  On the day of my arrival in Gulu in late September, I went to the main school yard in the village and photographed over 300 women in the program performing songs, dances, and monologues about the importance of education, community and more.  The days following this event I spent conducting one on one interviews with 3 women in the program and visiting the local markets and community centers to experience life in post-conflict Gulu.  I was and still am so thoroughly in awe of the passion and beauty of these people.  Though they’ve experienced great sadness and loss due to the horrific atrocities performed by the Lord’s Resistance Army in the region, I left my travels inspired and empowered.

In April of this year, I shared my experience in Gulu through my Exhibit at the University of Denver’s Women’s College titled, “ExtraOrdinary Beauty”.  I partnered with Artist Jessica Deugan to create mixed medium pieces to display the photographs from my trip.  The Exhibit was to give visitors a unique sensory experience that allowed them to experience the beauty, power and humility of the Northern Ugandan.   My photos were fixed to worn teal colored wood that shared a bit of my journaling from my travels.  Jessica and I also created a path of light,  lit by candles in glass votives, to light the way as guests learned the stories of the women and children of the region.   The Event had wonderful press in the Denver Post as well as a live interview on the local talk show, “Colorado & Company“, + there was a wonderful turn out at the opening of the Exhibit with over a 100 people in attendance.   Check out my interview on “Colorado and Company” below, + I’ve included a few of the stories and photos that appeared in the Exhibit.  Also check out photos by Nathan Jenkins of the creation of the Exhibit; thank you again Nathan!

Enjoy!

Click on the image below to view my Interview on Colorado & Co.

Click here to view the embedded video.

A taste of the imagery and message of the Exhibit.

The Creation of the Exhibit. Photos by Nathan Jenkins.

In closing,

here are a few words about my work from Founder and Executive Director of Women’s Global Empowerment Fund, Karen Sugar.

Many thanks to Artist Jessica Deugan,  Donna Crafton of PrimaDonna PR, The Chambers Center at the University of Denver, Women’s Global Empowerment Fund, Nathan Jenkins, and for all the loyal fans and supporters of my work and vision.  I am so very blessed by you each!

Much love and Many thanks, j~

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Lori Auguste Sullivan is HOT!

Early in April we met up to do a fashion sesh with stylist Anna Bahr and a roll of red danger tape provided to me by my Uncle Chris.  Lori brought in a great 70’s one piece with dramatic lines to show her gorgeous form.  She’s nothing less than stunning.

Here are a few of my favorite shots from this segment of our sesh.

Lori, you dazzle me, thank you for an amazing sesh!  I very much look forward to working with you on future projects.

oxox

j~

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Genesis  and John are two exceptionally talented actors in their 2nd year at the National Theater Conservatory in Denver.  I’ve had the chance to watch them work both  individually and together on multiple occasions and each time I leave feeling utterly delighted.  In fact, have a taste of their work by checking out their latest video, “A wuzah wuzah wuzah, swish swish swish…”

As individuals, John and Genesis are magnetic.  Together, they just work.  In our photo sesh I wanted to capture shots that were reflective of their individual inner magic and through the use of lines and symmetry, capture a bit of their synergy together.   Downtown Denver in early Spring provided the right setting to do so.  Denver’s railway station, side alleys, + the rooftop of a car garage were the perfect platforms for John and Genesis to do their thing together (that they do oh so well.)  Take a look for yourself of a few shots from our Ocean’s Elevenesque sesh.

Thanks y’all for another utterly delightful performance.  All the best to you both! j~

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M. Scott McLean Dazzles me.

I could go on and on about the quality of his work; acting, singing, songwriting, clogging, writing, etc. – but I’ll save it. I had a bit of extra studio time on Sunday and so I invited Scott to come in for a Sunday sesh.  He and I collaborated to create some of the best photos I’ve taken of him, to date.  It’s quite a wonderful thing to work and play with people that bring out the best in you, and you in them.  People who see you.

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I met Uli Bromme for the first time a couple of years ago at my 29th bday party that I shared with my friend V.  (Yes it was the party that we so lovingly titled, “V and J’s Excellent Bday; Uh, we’re kinda a big deal.”)  The party was a blast, yet Uli and I didn’t have much time to connect.  This past January we were both fit models for the high end German ski wear company, Bogner, during ski week in Denver.  Wearing many skin tight European ski outfits for 8 + hours a day makes you close.  A friendship developed with Uli and we soon decided to set up a test shoot to build her modeling portfolio.

Uli, originally from Germany, is professional athlete living in Boulder, CO.  Apparently Uli works out on average 4 hours a day and is preparing for the next tri-athalon in Hawaii later this year.  Needless to say, Uli is absolutely a hotstar.   You can keep up with Uli’s work through her blog; Uli Runs Alot Blogspot. Here are some of the shots we captured from our sesh.  They show a side of Uli that I really love.

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Melissa Manley and I met last Fall, when she and her fiancee Tom decided to go with me to capture their wedding day on July 3rd of this year. As part of my wedding package, I’ve intentionally included a portrait sesh for bridal, boudoir, or engagement photos so the couple and I have a chance to get comfortable with my camera before the wedding day. Melissa chose to do some comfortable, yet sassy boudoir photos that we shot in my apartment early last month. I am really impressed with Melissa’s ease in front of the camera that has translated into such beautiful lingerie photos. Not only am I excited about the intimate shots we captured, but I’m even more excited to capture her wedding this summer.

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Andrea Ball dazzles me.

Andrea contributed her work to Luce’ last year and so we thought it’d be cool to collaborate to create some vivid, anthropology/urban outfitterish shots.  Little did I know how fun our sesh would be.  Firstly, I walked into her fabulous space where I was greeted by  2 large “Flight of the Conchords” framed posters, a teal couch, and a coffee table with a mug full of sharpened #2 pencils. (My writing utensil of choice.)  Delight washed over me! This woman has style that  most certainly shone brightly through my lens. I think she’s quite stunning.

Andrea’s new album, “Dial Tone,” will release March 26th at the Hi Dive in Denver.  To find out more, check out her blog at:  http://andreaballmusic.blogspot.com/2010/01/pre-order-dial-tone.html. And thank you once again for sharing your work with my work!

You can also view our full session at: http://www.lucephotog.com/Clients/Andrea_ball_0110/

All the best,

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It’s a new year and with each new year, comes new projects and opportunities.  Earlier this week I connected with Toni Palmer to photograph a bath she remodeled in Cherry Creek.  Since I’m primarily a portrait photographer, I was opening myself up to the challenges of having no people to create emotional texture to fill my images, not to mention space constraints.   It was a fun challenge and I feel I captured images that not only showed the design and texture of the space, but also a bit of spirit as well.

To connect with Toni about space and home rennovations, please check out her website at:  www.ToniPalmerDesigns.com

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The faces of Luce’, 2010.

Thank you Jessica Deugan!  2010 is off to a great start already.

And last, but not least, my thank you Card and Xmas Card for 2009.  All calligraphy was done by hand by Jessica.

Little Jenny Davidson, that’s me, at age 3.  My first camera. Photo taken by Danny Davidson (my Dad.)

Photo of me with Betty in Gulu, Uganda this Fall on a photo project with Women’s Global Empowerment Fund.

P.s. New Luce Weddings site coming soon, as well as a new Look for Luce’ Portraits + Commercial Work and Blog.  Stay tuned….

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