2017 Best of Awards
Sonia Elliott-Johnson, First Recipient of the CMBEA DC Professional Development Scholarship: California Dreaming
List of winners: 2017 Best of Awards Photos: 2017 Best of Awards Ceremony
Contributor: Vintage Noire Photography Of the myriad of things that a bride and groom to be think of when planning their special day, strategizing about how to achieve beautiful pictures on their wedding day is something not to be overlooked. It goes without question that a lot of thought should go into picking the photographer [Click here to read more…]

This fun loving couple are united in their love of rugby and their fabulous sense of humor. Both love to give back to the community, whether it is Boy Scouts, teaching young people martial arts, or dedicating their efforts on behalf of charitable agencies. We truly enjoyed capturing images from this large family and friends [Click here to read more…]

On behalf of CMBEA, we would like to send our congratulations out to all honorees and a big thank you to all of our guests. Over 75 guests joined us at the Charleston Visitor’s Center, 375 Meeting Street, on Friday, December 2,2016. Here are some of the photographs from the event: from Vintage Noire: 2016 [Click here to read more…]

CMBEA 2016 Best of Program
Wedding Couple: Bride & Groom: Troy & India Richardson Wedding Vendors: Decor: Inspired By Annette Event Planning & Rentals, LLC (www.inspiredbyannette.com) Planning: Timely Expressions – Lakisha Dantzler Food: Robyn Kendrick – ParaClete Catering Photography: Monifa Basdeo – Picture Perfect Photography Videography: Shawn Maxwell – Shawn Maxwell Cinema Venue: Gateway Conference Center, Richburg, SC DJ: DJ [Click here to read more…]

Mindy and Albert are one of the most fun loving and joyful couples we have had the honor of shooting over the years. Mindy works in telecommunications and Albert in IT. They share a love of travel, adventure, and adorable canines. They are truly a match made in heaven! Their love shined through every frame, [Click here to read more…]

Albums and photobooks
Imagine twenty years after your wedding, your grandchildren ask to see your wedding photos. What will you show them? A CD or USB drive that might be outdated? A post on facebook, instagram, or twitter? Wouldn’t it be better or more nostalgic to have a beautiful album to proudly display your cherished memories? Every couple [Click here to read more…]

Tips for the Engagement session Pick a location or two that is meaningful for you as a couple. The place you met, got engaged, enjoyed spending time together, etc. are all good options. You should expect your engagement session to last 1-1 ½ hours in length. The engagement is an excellent time to get comfortable [Click here to read more…]

CMBEA Development Corporation (CMBEA-DC) is a non-profit organization, federal and state recognized 501 (c) (3) that works towards increasing the representation and visibility of multicultural vendors, as well as helping them to leverage available educational and financial resources to facilitate the success of their businesses. CMBEA Development Corporation provides professional development and educational workshops for vendors. [Click here to read more…]
2015 CMBEA AWARD WINNERS
We would like to congratulate the winners of CMBEA’s 2015 BEST OF People’s Choice Award. These individuals have been proven by public opinion that their superior services, outstanding products, and overall superb business ethics are what it takes to be acknowledged as successful and trusted vendors. 2015 CMBEA Icon Award DeBorah Green of DeBorah’s Bridal [Click here to read more…]

Nina and Kavazeo, Athens GA
It is always a pleasure to capture the special day of a wonderful, loving couple, and never more so that when you shoot the wedding for a loved one, our brother Kavazeo and his lovely wife Nina. Enjoy a few pictures of the details from their nuptials. It was also great returning home to the [Click here to read more…]

Thomas were inspired by nature for their August vow renewal ceremony in celebration of their tenth anniversary. Their colors were lime green, charcoal and black. High school sweethearts who married very young, this joyous, spirit filled couple wanted to share their love in front of family and friends who had not attended their first intimate [Click here to read more…]

Thomas were inspired by nature for their August vow renewal ceremony in celebration of their tenth anniversary. Their colors were lime green, charcoal and black. High school sweethearts who married very young, this joyous, spirit filled couple wanted to share their love in front of family and friends who had not attended their first intimate [Click here to read more…]

Shawnta & Rontonio’s Island House Wedding
Even though torrential rains the day before the wedding threatened to dampen their ceremony, nothing could take away from the joy and happiness of Ron and Shawnta. Ron is an IT specialist and Shawnta is a supervisor at Verizon. Their love shown through to brighten the day for family and friends. We loved their Pretty [Click here to read more…]
