Love's True Form-Part 1

Our nations capitol passed the law allowing gay marriage to be recognized in the Distict of Columbia. This mark in history is the muse that inspired this monumental chapter of an already unbelievable love story.

There will always be people who disapprove because they do not understand. But the courage it took to make this step is remarkable. I have known one of the brides for 20 years and I can not see her with anyone else other than the woman that destiny chose for her. Thru all obstacles, love prevailed and other's opinions took a back seat to their dreams.

Besides wearing white, tradition was out the window...

This was a day that was 14 years in the making. There was so much emotion that filled the room. It was a very small ceremony but definitely one of the most touching I have ever attended

And with one kiss... a dream finally becomes a reality...

Love's true form is unconditional, genuine and constant. It doesn't matter what package it comes in, just the honesty of its contents. I have photographed many couples and weddings, and I can honestly say that this is one that gave me hope for true love.

Dedicated to the beautiful newlyweds... Sherell and Benedicta

Motivation and Discipline

There are few goals that are reached without hard work. The tireless hard work it takes is impossible without motivation and discipline. This is a fitness photoshoot for one of the most "go-hard" people I know. Fitness model- Sterling August.

Anything great comes with pushing yourself beyond your preconceived limits. It when we are most challenged that we have the biggest breakthroughs.

This grind has become an obsession. Day in and day out!

Resting is necessary but quitting is unacceptable

Motivation and Discipline erases all limitations

Motivation and Discipline
Photographed by H. Alex Sanchez (www.renaissancedc.com)
Featuring: fitness model Sterling August

The Conversation: Patrice Ford

There are people that you run into and entice you into their space. People who play a vital role in our personal history. They challenge us to re-think life as we know it. I have decided to take these people and launch a project that I call "The Conversation". An intimate discussion on an unresticted list of topics, with the details only captured thru still photography.

I sat down with Patrice in my photo studio. Me in the dark, behind the lens and her sitting center stage, flooded with lights. It is amazing what type of intimacy can come from such a solitary set-up.

Patrice has an energy behind her eyes that is rare. The refreshing mix of mature wisdom with childlike curiousity defines this continuous student of life. Hours pass as we discuss whatever. No boundaries, just honesty. Thru this conversation, I am capuring her expressions and telling her story thru pictures. Our story. Our conversation

It's a story of discovery, freedom, limitlessness and hope. She is not without flaws or frustrations but her outlook shows it as life lessons.
This is called the conversation, because it is not just her talking. This is a very even dialoge that not only taught me more about her, but more about myself and life as a whole.

I find that in life there are few people you meet that step outside the box and are not afraid to live unapologentically honest. And my desire is to capture the beauty of our individualities in my lens.
I present to you, Ms. Patrice Ford.