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What is an Underwater Mini Marathon

So what exactly is an underwater mini marathon?

a fun way to try out and have underwater photoshoot several times

With a small group, we take turns.

  1. dockside do some movement techniques

  2. each participant has a individual pool practice mini shoot

  3. others may help with clothing or holding materials, etc or change wardrobe

  4. after the practice shoot there is another photo shoot

  5. It’s super fun!

Underwater Mini Marathon | One day only | Sunday afternoon May 22, 2022

  • underwater movement coaching

  • mini training then second shoot

  • two digital images

  • regular prices $990

    SPECIAL PRICING $390

  • Schedule today!! Call to schedule 732-732-2752

  • indoor pool at the Toms River Aquatic Center


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Both Sides, Now Song by Joni Mitchell

Already mid January… the next year has begun. Another change; my sixth decade means many things yet I am very aware of time and purpose

  • the majority of my life has been lived, being 60 and all - if i have ten, twenty, thirty or more birthdays - how do I want to live and spend my time

  • my past, with the wonderful and not wonderful choices, is part of me - who and how do I want to rest of my life to be

  • letting go, forgiving others, forgiving myself, allowing acceptance and peace guide me

  • what do I want to be doing

  • how do I want to live

  • I know what is important

  • I know who I love

    • how do I prepare for this next part of life so those I love fly and will not be responsible for me

    • i need to make sure i take care of my health and plan ahead

  • so this year, my life and work is about what I love creating only for people who love and appreciate what I am and what I do

    • this means my time is valuable there is none to waste

    • my life is a choice and the things I do are about my love

    • the way I work is what is best

  • i love underwater photographer and the art created with it

  • love crafting images for women so they feel special, beautiful, empowered

  • love helping children feel special, valuable, capable, confident

  • i love soft colors, nature, water, clouds and want to spend more time adding this aspect into my artwork

Joni Mitchell Video

Rows and flows of angel hair
And ice cream castles in the air
And feather canyons everywhere
Looked at clouds that way

But now they only block the sun
They rain and they snow on everyone
So many things I would have done
But clouds got in my way

I've looked at clouds from both sides now
From up and down and still somehow
It's cloud illusions I recall
I really don't know clouds at all

Moons and Junes and Ferris wheels
The dizzy dancing way that you feel
As every fairy tale comes real
I've looked at love that way

But now it's just another show
And you leave 'em laughing when you go
And if you care, don't let them know
Don't give yourself away

I've looked at love from both sides now
From give and take and still somehow
It's love's illusions that I recall
I really don't know love
Really don't know love at all

Tears and fears and feeling proud
To say, "I love you" right out loud
Dreams and schemes and circus crowds
I've looked at life that way

Oh, but now old friends they're acting strange
And they shake their heads and they tell me that I've changed
Well something's lost, but something's gained
In living every day

I've looked at life from both sides now
From win and lose and still somehow
It's life's illusions I recall
I really don't know life at all

It's life's illusions that I recall
I really don't know life
I really don't know life at all

Source: LyricFind

Songwriters: Joni Mitchell

Both Sides, Now lyrics © Crazy Crow Music / Siquomb Music Publishing, Reservoir Media Management Inc



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Start 2022 with a great business image - one that moves your business, brand and profssionalism forward

It is something we all know we should do and update often… make this year the year to show the best you!

Only six spots left

Headshot Mini Marathon | One day only | Friday, Jan. 7th, 2022

  • includes

    • 30 minute private Head shot photo shoot

    • three outfit changes

    • two digital images, selected that day

    • standard retouching

    • selections made after photo shoot

    • hair and make up

    • regular prices $795

      SPECIAL PRICING $395

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Summer is finally on its way!

Are the kids coming to the shore this summer?

Are the grand kids coming to the beach?

Is this the summer you are finally going to have everyone together again?

Then it is really the perfect time to do something you have always wanted. The perfect family portrait.

We are already filling our summer photo session dates so call 732-703-2752 and plan your family photo shoot today!

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Being Happy

So are happy?

do you have pictures that show it

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Do you have Portraits you are Proud of

Ones that you can share without cringing

  • Do you dread when your business or company needs a headshot?

  • Do you even have one?

  • Is it years old or even flattering?

  • Do you have a portrait that shows you with people you love?

  • Do you have any portraits that you look good in?

Headshots can be empowering!

Portraits influence us

Reflect who we are, how we want to be seen, they add something special, show our work, our passions, our lives

Your picture is important

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a little about me & what I believe

  • portraits can help women - I am passionate about this

  • my kids are raised

  • love them & my grand kids

  • my hair is different than it use to be

  • so is my skin & body

  • did not know I was beautiful when I was younger

My mother never wanted to be photographed, that is not how I want to be remembered.

As a woman, I know how I see myself affects me and my relationships

As Women we need to accept who we are and look our best in pictures we share.

Will you be happy in pictures?

As a professional portrait photographer for decades, I know

  • how to move

  • what to wear

  • what is flattering

It is time to feel proud of you in pictures!

Let’s talk about you, what is important to you, what would you like and how would you like to be seen in pictures!

Is it time to be proud of your pictures?

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