I've been waiting to this session for several years. I've seen Gabrielle aka Gabby growing up to become a beautiful young woman...first in Virginia Beach, VA and now in Jacksonville, FL.  This is my first time shooting in downtown Jacksonville...glad I brought my hubby with me. Jacksonville is his hometown and where both our parents reside. We'll be back in May..and maybe even in April.  Enjoy!

This session couldn't have gone any better. Brittany was just so amazing in front of the camera! And whoever her sweetheart is, is definitely a lucky one. Thank you Brittany for this great opportunity!

My first session of 2012 was with a cute couple-- David and Jerrica. Sure, it was cold outside. However, the moments we were able to get out of them was priceless.

Here we GO!! Feel free to contact me for any questions. I can't wait to see who wins!


To Enter:
 Email a full body photo and/or a close-up photo of you and your significant other to angelitaphoto@gmail.com along with your wedding anniversary date or your wedding date this coming 2012.  Ideally, you may be dressed in the outfit(s) you plan on wearing if you win this contest (or any props). Once your photos are submitted, I will post it as soon as possible to a folder on my facebook fanpage under the photo gallery named 'Contestant couples of 2012'. The couple with the most 'likes' for the cutest, hottest, or the most adorable couple wins this contest. Voting or 'liking' will be eligible from the time it is posted. The end of the voting period is January 31, 2012 at 11:59pm eastern time. You MUST be available on February 14 2012 between 4-6pm for this couples session. This shoot is for two(2) people only. Props permitted. Location for the photo session will be within Fayetteville, Hope Mills, or Fort Bragg, NC. We're open to suggestion.

Each public vote counts as 1 point. On the final day, I will assign 5 judges that are not closely related or known to any of the contestants, thus eliminating any bias in the vote. The votes of these 5 judges will account for 10 points each.

Criteria:

1. You must be married or have a  set wedding date that will occur within 2012.
2. Print and publication rights will be provided to the photographer, Angelita Ballada Esparar, and any trustees upon the submission of your photo for the contest.
3. Any submissions that are provocative or inappropriate will be eliminated from the contest.
4. Again, you and your significant other must be available on February 14 between 4-6pm in Fayetteville, Hope Mills, or Fort Bragg, NC.
5. Your significant other must know that you are participating in this contest.
6. There must be no bribing of husband to come to this shoot (or vice versa).
7. You and your significant other must come happy, excited, and open to creativity for this shoot.

The GRAND PRIZE winner will receive:
1. 90-120 minute photo session
2. Disc with all their photos and print rights (bulk amount)
3. A 1 year viewing and ordering gallery that can be shared with family and friends.
4. 30-5x7's

THATS over a $550 value!!

Note: The grand prize is not returnable for cash (the money value) or any other products. If the grand prize winner is not able to make it to the session due to conflicting schedules, the first runner up will receive all prizes.

I had a great time shooting this winter, especially at the Cape Fear Botanical Garden. They really transformed their location after the addition of the Pavilion this year. There's so much to do, and so many variations to shoot with the changing and falling leaves. The weather is particularly perfect for shooting despite the winter months of November and December. I'm sure you've experienced the unusual warm days when it's supposed to be cold...but we took full advantage of it! Thank you to my hubby Jerome Esparar for helping me with all these sessions...I couldn't have made all the young wandering eyes look at me at the same time without you.

Every winter I spare time to photograph some kids and families in addition to the brides and couples for the holidays. That being said, I photographed the Butler family and their kids a few weeks ago...and I just had to share a few. Enjoy!

Did a fun session in St. Augustine, FL. It's nice to be in the sunny state! Get ready to see a lot of photos...I just loved too many...