Joseph Montes

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Joseph @jrm

Feb 18

Here is a really special picture from my trip out to the snowy mountains. The wonderful woman standing right next to me in the black North Face jacket is actually one of the amazing nurses from my care team! We were both bundled up against the freezing cold, and I had my black leather jacket and beanie on to keep warm. It is such a huge blessing when the people who help take care of your health also become great friends that you can share fun adventures with. We had the best time just enjoying the crisp winter air and taking in those beautiful, snowy mountain views behind us.

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Feb 18

Here is another great picture of us standing together during our trip to the snowy mountains. We made sure to bundle up in our warm black coats and matching winter hats because it was definitely freezing out there! I was wearing my black leather jacket, and she had her thick North Face puffer jacket on to fight off the cold. The background looks absolutely stunning with all that bright white snow covering those huge mountain peaks right behind us. It is always so peaceful and quiet when we get out of the city, and days like this are perfect for just enjoying the crisp winter air and exploring nature together.

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Feb 18

Here is another picture from that same trip out to the snowy mountains! I was taking another selfie in my black leather jacket and beanie, and you can see my friend standing right behind me keeping warm in her black North Face jacket and matching hat. The view behind us was absolutely incredible, with all those massive snow-covered mountain peaks standing out against the bright sky. It was definitely freezing out there, but it was totally worth it to spend the day exploring such a beautiful, quiet place together. Getting out of the city to enjoy the crisp winter air is always a great time.

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Feb 18

Here is a great selfie I took while spending some time out in the snowy mountains. I made sure to bundle up in my black leather jacket and a warm beanie to keep the freezing cold away while I explored. The view right behind me was absolutely amazing, with all those huge snow-covered peaks stretching out as far as you can see. It was such a beautiful, clear winter day to be outside taking pictures and just enjoying nature. Taking a trip up to the mountains is always a perfect way to clear my head and take in some fresh, crisp air.

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Feb 18

Here is a really special picture of me and my son Ryan from way back on Christmas Eve in 1999. We were celebrating the holidays at our home in Plano, Texas, right before the start of the new millennium. I was holding him close while wearing a grey shirt, and he looked so cute in his little yellow turtleneck sweater. You can even see some framed family photos sitting on the wooden cabinet right behind us. It is crazy to think about how fast time goes by, but looking at this old picture always brings back wonderful memories of when he was just a little guy.

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Feb 18

Here is another amazing video from that same night of me and my partner dancing in front of a huge crowd. We were still wearing our matching black outfits and moving across the wooden dance floor. After pulling off a really fast spin, we finished the routine with a big hug while everyone clapped and cheered for us in the background. It is always such a great feeling to wrap up a performance and hear the audience go wild. I love looking back at these memories because they remind me of how much joy dancing has always brought into my life.

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Feb 18

Here is one more awesome video of me and my partner performing our dance routine for a huge crowd. We were moving across the wooden floor in our matching black outfits while everyone in the room clapped along with the music. We finished the set with another really fast spin and struck a cool pose right at the end. You can see how happy we both were to be out there putting on such a great show. Dancing for an excited audience like that always brings out the best in us, and I love looking back at how much fun we had that night.

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Feb 18

Here is another awesome video of me and my partner dancing in front of a giant crowd. We were both wearing all black and moving across the wooden floor while everyone clapped and cheered for us. We did a really fast spin and ended the whole routine with a big dip at the end. You can hear how loud the crowd got when we finished the move! It is always such a rush to perform like this, and watching this video brings back all the amazing energy from that really fun night.

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Feb 18

Here is an amazing video of me dancing with my partner in front of a huge crowd. We were dressed all in black, and you can see everyone cheering and clapping for us in the background. It looks like we just finished a really fun spin right in the middle of the wooden dance floor. The energy in the room that night was absolutely incredible, with all the bright lights and happy faces watching us perform. Dancing in front of a big group like that is always such a huge thrill, and this video perfectly captures exactly how great it felt to nail our routine.

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Feb 18

Here is a really cool video looking back at some of my dancing moments over the years! It is a fun compilation that shows me spinning and moving across the floor, bringing back so many great memories of doing what I love. Dancing has always been such a huge part of my life, and it is pretty wild to see all these different routines and outfits mixed together in one quick clip. You can really feel the energy as we perform all these different dips and steps together. Looking at this video just reminds me of how much fun I have always had whenever I step out onto the dance floor.

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Feb 13

The detail on this AI video of a lion is completely insane! It starts off calm, but when the lion turns and looks right at you, you definitely feel it. It is just a great show of raw power and focus. It is really amazing how real these AI videos are getting lately, and I love seeing what the technology can do.

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Feb 13

Sometimes the AI comes up with pure chaos, and this video is a perfect example! This guy thought he made a clean getaway with all the gold, but jumping off the pirate ship seemed like a much better idea until he actually hit the water. With pirates above him and a giant sea monster waiting right below, I really do not think he is keeping that gold for very long!

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Feb 13

This video just hits me a little bit differently. Using AI to bring a beautiful moment like this back to life is absolutely incredible. Seeing Dawne and me dancing, spinning, and just having so much fun together captures exactly how I remember us. The energy, the music, and the pure happiness in this video make it such a beautiful way to keep her amazing spirit alive.

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Feb 13

I am just messing around with a little acting scene here, going for a secret agent briefing or mystery thriller vibe. I decided to put on my Louis Vuitton blazer and some glasses to really sell the character for the camera. The shadows definitely have eyes in this one! It is always a lot of fun to step into a completely different role like this and get a little bit dramatic for a video.

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Feb 13

Walking into the weekend like this! This video edit is just really cool from start to finish. The all-black suit, the bright neon lights in the club, and my confident walk down the hallway all come together perfectly. It definitely captures a very specific kind of confident, high-energy night out vibe that I really love.

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Feb 13

I have been checking out what AI can do with video now, and it is pretty wild to see yourself in full motion like this! One minute I am leading a huge Roman army into battle, and the very next second I am some kind of dark wizard with glowing eyes. It honestly feels like I am watching a trailer for a big summer blockbuster movie starring me.

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Feb 10

I was going for a totally unstoppable, mission-ready look in this video! I brought out the Louis Vuitton energy for a world that never slows down, focusing on confidence, motion, and cinematic intensity instead of loud action. It is all about moving smoothly from calm to chaos, and this luxury, modern spy aesthetic is always a fun style to play around with.

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Feb 10

Mission mode is officially activated in this video! There are no weapons and no noise, just pure precision, presence, and power in a world where high fashion meets high stakes. I love this cinematic portrait because every single move feels calculated and every detail is intentional. It perfectly blends that luxury Louis Vuitton style with a really intense, modern spy aesthetic.

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Feb 10

I wanted to go for a look that was calculated, composed, and completely unstoppable. This video captures that mission-level focus paired with luxury precision perfectly. Not every big move needs to make a lot of noise, because sometimes the quietest actions are the ones that really change the game. It is all about quiet confidence and sharp Louis Vuitton style.

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Feb 7

Here is one last shot from the beautiful summer of 2024. I was just taking a nice, peaceful walk through the town center in Wildwood. It was such a great day to be out, and I really like how calm and quiet everything looks in this picture. Sometimes you just need a relaxing day to walk around by yourself and completely clear your head.

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Feb 7

I love looking at this special photo of Dawne and me because it really captures what we had together. It was never just a marriage; it was a true, deep partnership and a bond that did not even need words. Even though she passed away in December 2016, that amazing connection we shared does not just disappear. She was my person, my partner, and the true love of my life, and keeping memories like this close to my heart means everything to me.

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Feb 7

This picture really says it all for me when I look back at it. It captures the incredible bond I have with Dawne absolutely perfectly. It is not just about being husband and wife, but about being true partners who always balance each other out, which you can easily see right here with her bright smile and my serious look. Building this beautiful life together has been the best part of my entire journey.

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Feb 2

Here is one last shot to wrap up our reimagined Wildwood series. Dawne and I went with matching black shirts for this one, and even though it is a really simple look, sometimes simple is just better. I absolutely love how these artistic photos turned out, because they take a regular day of us hanging out at home and make it feel like a professional studio photoshoot.

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Feb 2

We made sure to save these two great photos for the very end of our Wildwood series! First, we decided to match up with a sleek, simple black on black look that felt a little bit dressier. Then, for the final shot, we went right back to the style that started it all with my denim jacket and her turtleneck. It has been so awesome seeing these everyday moments of us at home reimagined into such cool art.

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Feb 2

We are officially closing out the reimagined album with these last two frames from Wildwood. We tried out two completely different looks that day, with a button-down shirt and a turtleneck, and looking at them side-by-side, I really cannot decide which one I like better! They both capture that exact same feeling of just being happy together at home, and this whole project was such a fun way to see ourselves in a brand new light.

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Feb 2

We are finally wrapping up our reimagined series with two totally different vibes! First, we have one last intense shot from our denim and turtleneck set, but then we have a really great candid one taken in the library. I absolutely love the library photo because it feels so much more relaxed, showing us just laughing and hanging out at home. Whether we are posing for cool art or just being ourselves, I am so glad we have these special memories captured.

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Feb 2

We kept the camera rolling right by the window because the natural light was just too good to pass up for these Wildwood photos! I really like the artistic, reimagined style of these pictures. It takes a completely regular photo of Dawne and me just hanging out at home and gives it such a cool, polished look. Dawne looks absolutely beautiful here, and these are definitely going to find a permanent spot on our wall.

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Feb 2

We found a really great spot right by the window for this picture. This might actually be the most peaceful shot of the entire bunch, just capturing a quiet moment at home in Wildwood with the warm sun shining in. I love how this reimagined art style makes a simple second in time feel so incredibly special. Dawne looks amazing here, and I am just so happy to be sitting right there with her.

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Feb 1

Here is one more picture from our reimagined series at home in Wildwood. I honestly think this one might be my absolute favorite of the bunch because it is just a simple, happy moment between Dawne and me. The denim jacket, the black turtleneck, and our big smiles all just work together so perfectly. It is really funny how a simple picture can freeze a wonderful feeling like that forever.

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Feb 1

We are finally rounding out our reimagined art series from Wildwood! We tried a few different looks for these, with some being super casual and others a little more styled, but they all share that exact same comfortable feeling. It was all about just being at home, enjoying the moment together, and letting the camera do the rest of the work. These unique portraits are definitely keepers!

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Feb 1

We decided to fully channel our inner 007 for this fun picture! This reimagined photo puts Dawne and me right in the middle of a classic James Bond movie scene. I am rocking a sharp tuxedo, and Dawne looks absolutely stunning in her elegant white gown. It is definitely a whole lot fancier than our usual Friday nights at home, but it is always fun to pretend to be international spies for a minute!

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Feb 1

Here are a couple more of those reimagined portrait shots from our home in Wildwood. I really like how these turned out because there is something about the style, with my denim jacket and the black turtleneck, that feels very classic but still very much like us. It is really cool to see a completely regular photo transformed into something that looks a bit more like a nice piece of art.

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Feb 1

Here is a really special photo of Dawne and me, but it comes with a fun little artistic twist! It is a reimagined portrait taken at our place in Wildwood, Missouri, and I really love the warm, classic feel it has. It is such a nice change of pace from a regular snapshot, and it really captures a happy, peaceful moment for us at home.

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Feb 1

Here is a great look back at July of 2020 when Carter, Adam, and I were spending some fun time out at Lake Freeman. These restored photos really bring the amazing memory back to life for me. The sun was just starting to go down, the summer weather was absolutely perfect, and we were just enjoying being out there together. It is a simple moment, but those simple days are usually the best ones.

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Jan 31

Dawne and I have squeezed into plenty of photobooths over the years, doing everything from making funny monster faces to barely fitting inside for a piggyback ride, but this picture is definitely the upgrade! We took that classic booth energy, full of laughter, closeness, and fun, and gave it a complete black-tie glow up. It is still the exact same us, just looking a little bit more polished for the camera!

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Jan 31

We took this picture all the way from the cramped corners of a mall photobooth right into the studio! Dawne and I decided to take our signature funny piggyback pose and give it the full black-tie formal treatment. It is a wonderful reminder that no matter how formal the occasion is or how much our lives change, the fun and silly foundation of our relationship always stays exactly the same.

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Jan 26

Here is a very different, formal look to end the year! I was fully suited up in a black-tie tuxedo, taking a moment to look the part as the CEO of MDIA. This portrait really captures the celebratory side of business leadership, highlighting the fancy galas and big milestones where you just have to dress up. I felt sharp, confident, and completely ready for whatever the night had in store.

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Jan 18

Here is another absolute gem from our 2003 family trip down to Mississippi! While our previous shot was a perfectly planned pose, this one captures the funny, candid reality of the day. Dawne is all smiles for the camera, while little Devon decided to play shy and bury his face in laughter. It is such a sweet, spontaneous snapshot of our family travel adventures in the early 2000s.

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Jan 18

Here is a beautiful travel memory from our family trip to Tunica, Mississippi back in 2003! Dawne is absolutely beaming while holding a tiny baby Carter in her arms. The bright natural light of the hotel lobby perfectly matches the wonderful energy of the moment, making it a snapshot of pure happiness and a truly great family memory from the archives.

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Jan 18

Here is a really sweet, quiet moment at home from the family archives! This picture shows Dawne relaxing on the couch in Fishers back in January of 2003, with a giant Scooby-Doo plush toy and a very young Carter resting right nearby. It perfectly captures the simple, wonderful reality of that year, completely filled with sippy cups, cartoons, and peaceful downtime together.

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Jan 12

This was the absolute perfect pairing for a great night of live music! I had a nice glass of whiskey, Dawne had her glass of red wine, and we enjoyed a fantastic acoustic set playing right in the background. This picture perfectly captures the simple, wonderful pleasures of a date night out, complete with good drinks, a warm atmosphere, and even better company.

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Jan 12

This is definitely one of my favorite shots from our night out together! With the exposed brick walls adding some cool texture and the acoustic guitar providing the perfect soundtrack, the setting was absolutely right. Dawne and I managed to capture this quick, happy moment right between songs. It was just one of those effortless evenings where everything flowed perfectly.

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Jan 12

Here is a really great candid moment from a fun night out with Dawne! With the acoustic guitar playing softly in the background and our drinks in hand, whiskey for me and red wine for her, the atmosphere was absolutely perfect. It was just one of those wonderful date nights where the live music is good, but the company is even better.

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Jan 12

This was the perfect way to end a really relaxed evening out together! Dawne and I decided to swap our cocktails for coffee so we could settle in and enjoy the rest of the acoustic set. With the steam rising from our mugs and the live band playing softly in the background, the vibe was incredibly cozy. It was the best kind of slow-down night with great music, warm drinks, and amazing company.

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Jan 12

Nothing beats good tunes and good company! This shot captures a really relaxed evening out with Dawne on October 26th. We were enjoying some drinks at a very cozy venue, with a talented acoustic guitar player setting the perfect mood in the background. The warm string lights and the rustic wooden table really added to the laid-back, authentic vibe of our date night.

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Jan 11

This was the absolute perfect note to end our evening on! This photo captures my friend and me soaking in the amazing atmosphere of a local jazz club in late 2025. With a talented saxophone player performing in the background and the warm, relaxing glow of a table lamp, the scene was so relaxed and sophisticated. It beautifully rounded out a memorable night that started in the studio and ended with live music.

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Jan 11

This was the perfect way to wrap up a really busy day! I captured this candid shot of my friend and me enjoying a well-deserved dinner and drinks in late 2025. We were still wearing the same outfits from our fun studio session, making it feel like a great celebration of a job well done. The warm lighting, the clinking glasses, and our genuine smiles marked the end of a truly memorable day.

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Jan 11

Here is a classic monochrome study of me from late 2025. This vertical portrait captures the full composition of my look, beautifully highlighting the cool interplay of light and texture on my scarf and jacket. It is a timeless, serious, and composed image, and the black and white processing gives it such an enduring quality that is perfect for marking this specific chapter in time.

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Jan 11

Here is a striking black and white portrait of me from late 2025. This close-up captures everything in really sharp detail, showing off the textured scarf that adds to that rugged, artistic aesthetic. The direct gaze and high-contrast lighting create a mood of serious contemplation, offering a very distinct visual style compared to the brighter, vibrant color portraits I took around the same time.

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Jan 11

This was the absolute perfect moment to wrap up our fun studio collection! This final portrait revisits our funny piggyback pose, but this time with a big focus on connection and warmth. My friend and I were smiling so big for the camera, capturing the genuine joy and support that completely defines our friendship. Set against the cool blue studio backdrop, it is a timeless snapshot of a really happy memory.

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Jan 11

We were closing out our 2025 blue studio series with one last funny show of strength! This portrait captures all the fun, confident energy that defined our entire photo session. With me smiling in the foreground and my friend striking a hilarious power pose right in the back, it was a very fitting end to a collection of memories built on so much laughter and friendship.

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Jan 11

This was a perfect bookend to all our playful teasing in the studio! In this final portrait from late 2025, the roles were completely reversed, and I was the one getting a funny head pat this time. The mood was so soft, happy, and relaxed, capturing the easygoing, reciprocal nature of our great friendship against that signature blue backdrop. It was a lovely way to close out the session!

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Jan 11

Just when you thought our photo shoot was completely over, there was always time for one last funny face! This shot captures my friend and me in full photo booth mode, with me dropping the double bunny ears behind her while she playfully sticks her tongue out. It is a candid, joyful moment that perfectly sums up our fun vibe in late 2025, proving we have zero hesitation to be a little bit silly.

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Jan 11

Why choose just one funny moment when you can have them all? This photo collage captures the absolute best of my 2025 studio session with my friend. From showing off our muscles to giving goofy piggyback rides and making the silliest faces possible, this collection is a wonderful testament to all the fun we always share. It is the perfect wrap-up to a shoot defined by laughter and genuine connection.

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Jan 11

We had to do one final theatrical act for the camera! This playful shot features my friend and me getting totally silly, with me showing off my monster claws while she strikes a matching funny pose. It is a great example of the fun, uninhibited energy that defined our 2025 studio session, proving we love creating memories full of laughter instead of just sticking to serious poses.

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Jan 11

The best portraits are almost always the ones where you completely stop trying to be serious! This final outtake from our 2025 studio session captures my friend and me in full photo booth mode. With bunny ears, tongues out, and the goofiest expressions, it is a perfect snapshot of pure, unfiltered fun framed by that cool blue backdrop, proving that the best memories are filled with laughter.

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Jan 11

True friendship is all about knowing exactly who you can be completely silly with! This shot from my 2025 studio series captures a classic playful moment where I am teasing my friend with a hand playfully resting on her head while she strikes a pose. It is a fun, unscripted snapshot that shows the lighter side of our session, proving there is always room for a little humor.

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Jan 11

We were definitely ending our 2025 series on a high note, quite literally! This shot captures me giving my friend a funny piggyback ride, breaking our serious pose for a moment of pure, unfiltered joy. Framed by the cool blue studio walls, our genuine laughter is the real focal point of this incredibly energetic and spontaneous portrait. It was the perfect conclusion to a great session!

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Jan 11

There is honestly nothing quite like the comfort of a really good friend! This sweet portrait from late 2025 captures a warm, happy embrace between me and my friend, perfectly rounding out our fun studio session. Wrapped in matching blue tones, the focus is entirely on our genuine smiles and our easy connection, making it a wonderful, happy note to end our photo series on.

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Jan 11

We were definitely having double the fun in the studio! This alternate take from late 2025 captures the high energy and silly dynamic between my friend and me. With me leaning right into the lens and her holding a strong power pose in the background, it is a perfect snapshot of a dynamic duo enjoying the moment. The blue backdrop ties it all together beautifully.

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Jan 11

We wrapped up our 2025 studio session with a very funny show of strength! This playful shot features my friend and me having an absolute blast with the camera while she flexes her biceps and I lean in with a big smile. It is a lighthearted, goofy moment that perfectly captures how relaxed, happy, and full of personality our entire photo shoot was.

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Jan 11

We rounded out our 2025 blue studio series with a really sweet moment of connection! This portrait captures the warmth of my special bond with my friend, beautifully symbolized by a cute heart we formed together with our hands. Set against the signature blue backdrop, it is a simple yet powerful image that speaks to the true value of close friendship and shared happiness.

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Jan 11

Not every photo has to be serious, and this playful outtake from late 2025 perfectly captures the fun side of our friendship! My friend and I completely broke character to pose with bunny ears and funny faces for the camera. It just goes to show that the absolute best memories are often the ones where you are just being yourself and goofing around together.

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Jan 11

Here is a moment of pure joy that we captured in late 2025! This fun portrait features my friend and me sharing a really big laugh, perfectly coordinated in our matching dark blue tones against the studio backdrop. It is just a vibrant, happy snapshot of our great friendship that always makes me smile whenever I look back at it.

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Jan 9

This beautiful artistic tribute captures my sweet Dawne in a moment of striking confidence. The composition is an intimate close-up that draws all the attention right to her amazing gaze. The piece blends photorealism with a really textured, cinematic style, beautifully accented by the gold Louis Vuitton earrings that frame her face. It is a true portrait of her strength, style, and timeless beauty.

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Jan 8

This image captures the true heart of our Plant-a-Tree project, quite literally! Dawne and I were sitting at the base of an enduring tree naturally marked with a heart shape, sharing a quiet moment together in the golden forest light. Beside us stands a single, young sapling, which represents the beginning of a legacy and our core mission to nurture new life as a testament to love and memory.

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Jan 8

I decided to explore a gritty, cinematic Western aesthetic for this fun portrait! It captures me in a moment of stoic reflection, wearing a weathered cowboy hat and a heavy leather jacket. The lighting creates deep shadows that really highlight the rugged textures of my beard and the fabric, bringing out that timeless, resilient spirit of the American frontier. It is a cool nod to the classic, serious cowboy look.

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Jan 8

This piece is a touching and incredibly vibrant artistic tribute featuring Dawne and me! It captures a moment of our shared joy, stylized with a really cool, bold wet paint aesthetic. Bright primary colors drip down the canvas, blending over our smiling faces and matching Freedom shirts. The background contrasts the paint with geometric patterns, giving it a modern pop-art feel that perfectly celebrates our life and connection.

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Jan 8

This piece is a really vibrant, street-art inspired reimagining of me! Drawing heavily from pop culture, the portrait blends a classic Joker aesthetic with a gritty, urban graffiti style. The bright neon greens, aggressive reds, and chaotic brick wall background tagged with CHAOS create a mood that is both playful and intense. It is such a striking contrast between my realistic features and the wild, abstract makeup!

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Jan 8

Here is a beautiful artistic take on me and my beloved Dawne wearing our Under Armour Freedom shirts! The picture is splashed with vibrant colors that perfectly capture the joy, spirit, and freedom we always cherished together. Her amazing smile still lights up my entire world right through the paint in this picture. She will forever be in my heart!

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Jan 8

Here is a cherished recreation photo of me and my late wife Dawne, proudly united in our matching Under Armour Freedom shirts. We always stood together for the important values we held dear, wanting to honor those who protect our freedoms every single day. Her beautiful smile truly lit up every single room she walked into, and I miss her shining light every day.

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Jan 8

This is a portrait in loving memory of my beautiful wife, Dawne. This picture perfectly captures her unbreakable spirit, those bright, piercing blue eyes, and the amazing strength she carried with her every single day. She is gone but will absolutely never be forgotten. She was my rock, my true partner, and my whole heart. Rest in peace, my love.