4KIDS BiG Cardio Event - Children's Charity for Foster Parenting in South Florida - Professional Photography

To view all the pictures or to order them individually click here: http://www.pictage.com/653587

Who are 4KIDS of South Florida?

Often we think of orphans as children who live in third world countries, those whose images we see on television or in the newspaper. But they’re not just around the globe, they’re also right here in our own backyard. On any given day in South Florida, there are three to four thousand “temporary orphans” in foster care.
Imagine how children must feel when they’re removed from their homes, often with nothing more than the clothes on their back and a garbage bag filled with whatever they were able to quickly pack. These children are created in the image of God and deserve to be treated with dignity and showered with love. So whether it’s a child who is a victim of abuse or neglect, a teenager rejected by his family, or a young girl who is pregnant and alone, from the moment they come into our care, we provide support, encouragement, and direction.

4KIDS of South Florida recently had a charity fund raiser "BiG Cardio Class and 5K".  This was a fantastically successful event attended by over 800 people! There was a 5K run, BiG Cardio Workout hosted by Joyce Feldman, Boot Camp workout by Trent Gamble, Kid Fit class with Brian Fuery, tug-of-war, hip hop street dancers, Eric McDuffie sharing his insight into health and fitness, Atemi-Ryu Martial Arts demonstration, Ramp 48+ skateboarding, Florida Panthers street hockey, bounce houses and face painting for the kids and much, much more!

4KIDS of South Florida BiG Cardio Class & 5K Charity Run from Curtis Copeland on Vimeo.

The 5K run was quite impressive. Almir Junior was the overall male winner with a winning time of 18:44.4 and Trish Butler was the overall female winner with a time of 18:53.1.  Congratulations to both victors!  

All photographs from the days event are available to view and/or purchase at the link below. Peruse and look at hundreds of highlights from the day. Additionally, there are pictures available to purchase for most of the runners from the finish line.  Due to the volume of individuals running we captured photos of about 80% who crossed the finish line.  To find your image, simply click on the link below, log in with your email address and look in the "5K Run" category. You can scan forward through the images to find your photo, your friends and your family members. Simply click on "add to cart" to purchase. If you have any questions, feel free to call us at 954-881-5025.

To view all the professional photography or to order them individually click here: http://www.pictage.com/653587

To view a small collection of highlight images from the day posted on Flickr click here: http://tinyurl.com/Big-Cardio-Flikr

Many thanks again for the hundreds of volunteers who ran,  exercised, sweat and smiled all to help benefit neglected children here in South Florida. You are making a positive difference in hundreds of little lives.

Leave a comment below and tell us about what you enjoyed at the BiG Cardio event. Share your experience about how you partnered with others to help make this a special day, how you got support in unusual places, or how it made you feel to contribute to such a worthy cause.

Father's Day Photo Package Special - Family Portrait Photography South Florida - Curtis Copeland

Looking for a new way to show your dad you really love him? Does he still have that pink flamingo tie you bought him? How about giving dad a gift he will treasure for years - family portrait photography package! We are currently booking on-site family portrait sessions just in time for Father's day. Here are the details of our photography package:

Session Package price: $250.00 (a $100.00 discount!)

Includes $50.00 credit towards 8X10's, 5X7's or what ever you wish!

Call now to schedule your photo session: 954-881-5025
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Admired By Beckstead Photography Contest Winner! Wedding Photographers South Florida - Copeland Photography

Wow! What a week! So much goodness for us here at Copeland Photography. World renown photographer, David Beckstead has competitions for wedding photographers. We are humbled to be selected as the most recent winner. Here is what David said about our image:

“The square compositional format really works with this image. All lines including the painting lines and horizon line point to the couple in the middle, supporting a center/subject composition: breaking the Rule of Thirds successfully. I enjoy the repetitive squares of the painting and overall format. The toning works well to enhance the mood of this photographic art. I am drawn in by the believable passionate kiss and body positioning which works well with the flow of the composition. Great use of negative space giving the viewer’s eye a place to rest on the top right and giving the couple a place to ‘pop’ from the background.    

Love this shot!!”

Much, much thanks for the recognition David. P.S. Thank you Mike and Gisela for the spectacular dancing and wonderful wedding!
   
Here is the Link to the contest page: