Rome, Ga. Photographer: ~{Look at Me Now: The Beautiful Candy}~

Meeting Candy was my honor and privilege.  The Exchange Club of Rome were honoring Candy for her strength and determination in making it through a VERY devastating time in her and her family's life; the loss of husband, father, and best friend. 

The Exchange Club of Rome asked Lamar and I if we'd be interested in doing a Look at Me Now Makeover/Session with Candy and of course we jumped on the opportunity.  

We were excited before we heard her story, but afterward we, Lamar and I, both felt downright honored to have been asked to do this for such a special lady!!  We were there to present/ surprise her with the award and to witness the outpouring of kindness and help offered by many members of the Exchange Club. 

When Candy and her sweet girls entered the club, I'm not sure what they were expecting. To tell her story and eat a nice lunch, maybe.  But when it was all said and done, she received and standing ovation, an award, promises of help and supplies for  the repairs needed on their home... and a fun afternoon with me and my sweet friend, Lamar Clark of DeSoto Beauty Shoppe on Broad Street.

So enjoy just a few from our lovely afternoon with the beautiful Miss Candy

HUGS... and Ciao Bella!

Christy C

I think Candy thought I was crazy when I told her to dig through her clutch like she's looking for something.  LOL... but SEE... cute! ; )

I loved her expression in this one. ; )

A special thanks to:

The Family Resource Center, Rome, Ga.

The Exchange Club of Rome 

Hair and Makeup: Lamar Clark, DeSoto Beauty Shoppe, Broad St.

Clothing and Stylist: Mel and Mimi's

Rome, Ga. Anything and Everything Photographer: Look at Me Now {The Stunning Clavel}!

"Oh, Clavel, Clavel, how beautiful you are...."  Okay, so it's not a song... but it should BE!!!

AS ALWAYS... I had a SUPER fun time playing around with Lamar Clark of DeSoto Beauty Shoppe and Geri Cheeley of The Clotheshorse as we primped up, dolled up, and dressed up the stunning Clavel!

Clavel is originally from around the Jordan area of the Middle East, (I have no idea what I just said, but you get the general area. ; )  which accounts for her beautiful coloring and features and her "I'm so jealous of" accent!  She was a real treat to photograph.  After snapping shots for a few minutes I just had to ask her if she had ever modeled.  She was such a natural in front of my camera.  She seemed to know exactly what to put where for the best results.  Clavel has never modeled before, but said she watches the shows. ; )  Well, girl, you missed your calling!!

Hope you enjoy a few of my faves!! Have a great Tuesday!
HUGS... and ciao Bella!
Christy C

I feel really bad about putting the before shot up here... but that's all we had.  But you can still see the great transformation!  Gorgeous... inside and out!  Lamar... you are amazing!

All of these great outfits came from The Clotheshorse and Geri, owner, customized all the outfits to suit Clavels, shape, size, and taste.  Great lady.  If you've not gone into the Clotheshorse since Geri's taken ownership... you are missing a real treat!

Seriously gorgeous!

 Geri carries the CUTEST hats in The Clotheshorse... packed and ready for Steeple Chase!  The bottom one was my absolute FAVE!!!

Rome, Ga. Headshot Photographer: "Look at Me Now" ~Terisa

If you've ever had the privilege of meeting Miss Terisa at Wal-mart's photo center, then you've already fallen in love with this precious lady!!  Just so reassuring and positive... and thankful!  She thanked Trish and I over and over again, telling us what a blessing we are.  No better praise than that!

Miss Trisha, of DeSoto Beauty Shopee, too, is SUCH a SWEET HEART!!  I LOVE working with Trish... and Lamar. (Can't leave him out. ; )

So enjoy just a few "Before's and After's".  Terisa... you look Ama-za- zing!!!

Ciao Bella!!

Christy C

Rome, Ga. Photographer: Look at me Now ~Rhonda

Lamar Clark, of DeSoto Beauty Shoppe came to me with his plan to pull together a few professionals to put together what he's calling the "Look at me Now" makeover.  It starts in Lamar's {or Trisha's} chair.  First cutting, coloring, cutting some more, styling, and then what I like to think of as the icing on the cake... MAKE UP TIME!!! : )

Next, he walks you down to the fabulous Clothes Horse clothing store where owner, Geri, will help you pick out an outfit to fit your specific body type.

Lastly... this is the part I love... though watching the makeup go on is pretty fun for me too... I pull out my camera and do a few beauty shots of you strutting your new look!!!

The truly wonderful thing about this makeover is, not only does it polish up the outside, but it's what it does to the inside that's most impresive... it just lights them up, bringing about a glow that can't be bought in a bottle! These ladies come out of their chairs renewed inside and out.

So for this installment of Look at me Now, I'm introducing the new and improved Rhonda!!  The first "after" shot is without a doubt my all time favorite picture... maybe ever.  She was just so sassy and confident... and I LOVED IT!!!!

Rhonda... you are just gorgeous!!!

 Stay tuned for the next installment of "Look at me Now"

brought to you by DeSoto Beauty Shoppe, The Clothes Horse,

AND.... Bella Faccia Photography!!!

Ciao Bella!!!

Christy C