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Office Holiday Party

Thalie — Tue, 15 Dec 2009 15:29:50 +0000

Ego Labs Client Appreciation Party

Thalie — Wed, 09 Dec 2009 14:03:18 +0000

*Note, this is BEFORE Chyna graced me with a haircut. Please ignore the rat’s nest on my head.

LOL, Deena’s face is priceless (Too much wine?)

Another Shoot with Deena

Thalie — Sat, 17 Oct 2009 23:20:59 +0000

Both Deena and I have been studying our new found loves ; hers for modeling and mine for photography.

This time, I’ve taken some advice and used different looks. I also tried to correct some technical issues with lighting and exposure (Didn’t have much success in the ‘studio‘ though).

This was my first time using the off-camera lighting outdoors and with the little equipment I have, I see how much of a difference it makes.

I’m still trying to find my ‘niche’ but I believe my passion is for fashion, portraits, and urban images.

Natural Hair Group in Orlando

Thalie — Sun, 05 Jul 2009 23:59:53 +0000

Ortancis from the Natural Hair Group of Orlando invited me to their “Show n’ Tell” today. These lovely, natural ladies met up at the Seven Sisters Coffeehouse in Winter Park. They used this meeting to exchange tips on their favorite hair care products, methods, and hairstyles.

I got to meet some truly knowledgeable women who were dedicated to maintaining natural, healthy hair. I learned a lot myself!

Must See:

Here’s the rest of the set.
Nappy New Year (Calendar Sale coming soon in 2010. Email you high resolution NATURAL HAIR photo to nappynewyear@gmail.com)
It Just Makes Scents : Natural candles, scented oils, and more.
Keke’s Napptural Hair Designz : 407-485-9557
And of course, BraidMyHair.net

P.O.P.S. Banquet

Thalie — Sun, 31 May 2009 00:52:43 +0000

The Professional Opportunities Program for Students (POPS) is a non-profit, 501(c) (3) community-based organization in partnership with the Florida Department of Education, that provides paid internships, educational, and developmental skills training for youth who are 16-18 years old and attending high school.

On May 30th, they held their teen summit / graduation graduation ceremony in Downtown Orlando. Guests including Senator, Gary Siplin and Nick Anderson came out to commend these hard working students for making it through the program.

Zora Neale Hurston Festival

Thalie — Mon, 26 Jan 2009 05:50:15 +0000

Each year, the Zora Neale Hurston Festival is held in Eatonville. She was a noted author during the time of the Harlem Renaissance and one of her most popular works is Their Eyes Were Watching God.

This years festivities included local painters, sculptors, and craftsmen as well as an outdoor performance by Morris Day.

Ta’nia and I

This man put on a GOOD show! I don’t know what you’d call his style of dancing, but it was definitely entertaining!

Interesting sculpture made of dinnerware

Gay Pride Parade 2008

Thalie — Tue, 14 Oct 2008 02:08:07 +0000

My sister and I went out to support the gay Orlando community at this year’s parade on Lake Eola. Of course, I came out too late to see the actual parade, but I did get to see the colorful and happy people at the park. It was a day of acceptance, tolerance, and enlightenment on issues like gay rights (which is a HOT topic for this year’s election) as well as violence against gay people across America. As usual, there were some people who weren’t happy about the event, but I had a great time.

Common is the TRUTH

Thalie — Sun, 12 Oct 2008 18:39:41 +0000

Finally, one of my FAVORITE rappers alive came to Orlando this week. Common along with N.E.R.D. and Chester French graced the stage of the Hard Rock Live on October 9th and ROCKED IT! I got there early so I was RIGHT up under the stage. I saw every bead of sweat that dropped off of Common’s face. I gazed in amazement as Common took each breath of air and exhaled perfectly executed lyrics. I even witnessed in amazement (and a little confusion) as Common went so HARD that his nose bled. Yes, his nose bled and he STILL kept on going.

Of course, Common performed numbers from his upcoming collab with Pharell (Universal Mind Control is awesome), but he sprinkled a few gems from past albums like “Be”, “Testify”, “Go”, and one of my all time fav’s…”I Used to Love Her”. He break danced for us, he freestyled, AND he brought some audience members on stage.

N.E.R.D. was there in FULL effect (minus Chad Hugo). Their music has seriously evolved over time, but one thing remains the same with them…their ability to appeal to the MASSES. They offered plenty of crowd participation…men were brought on stage for “Spaz” and girls were plucked on the stage like chickens out of a bin for “She Wants to Move” and “Everyone Nose”.

If they come to your town, I DEFINITELY suggest you go! The sh*t is BANANAS!

My 10 Year HS Reunion

Thalie — Mon, 16 Jun 2008 15:57:28 +0000

Winter Park High School had our 10 year reunion over this weekend. I had been contemplating if I wanted to go, and after being there, I can’t say that I regretted it. Yes, the event was a little dry and overpriced, and yes, they had the nerve not to even server a meal (or real liquor), but reminiscing was great!

There are still a LOT of people I didn’t get to see, but for those of you who came (especially to my afterparty), I’m really glad to know that you all turned out so well. Our crew is STILL FINE! LOL