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Sunday, January 3, 2016

2015 Year Review -



2015 was an amazing year for Sweetwater Photography. There were many opportunities for new adventures and growth. From the various concerts, CMA Festival, family portraits to an opportunity to work with Silver Springs State Park on several projects lead to awesome experiences.  I am grateful for the support from clients, family, and friends. Without everyone's belief in my work, I would not be able to live out my dream of capturing the special moments in life.



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Manatees at Three Sister State Park






















The year started out with seeing hundreds of manatees at the Three Sister Spring State Park and ended with a kayaking adventure down the Silver River. In between were opportunities to witness country music's great artist living out their dreams.











CMA Festival was a fun and busy time. The week started out with Steven Whitson's Fan Club party. It was an honor to assist with photographing this talented singer/songwriter entertain his fans. How things are changing for Steven! He is living the dream! 2016 is going to be a great year for him.  I am happy to report that I will once again be photographing his fan club party in June.

Steven Whitson - Nashville TN


 During CMA Festival, many other artists spent hours performing for their fans. Billy Yates, Steven Clawson, Chris Young and others did not disappoint their fans. Another trip to Nashville, allowed me to visit the Grand Ole Opry to see a wide range of artists.  But the up and coming artist like Mo Pitney, Chris Jansen and Chase Bryant wowed the crowds and give the fans hope that country music will remember the stories behind the songs.  In March, I was able to see Lockhart's performance at Loser's Bar in Nashville.


Steven Clawson, Billy Yates, Chris Jansen, Chase Bryant

Chris Young, Craig Boyd, Restless Heart, Mo Pitney, Lockhart
 

 
 
Another amazing opportunity was to attending my local radio station's concerts. Each one was different and amazing.  The best way to hear music is acoustic.  The many artists did not disappoint their fan!   

Cadillac Three, Craig Campbell, Chris Jansen, William Michael Morgan

Craig Campbell

I had the privilege to capture moments of individual's life events. From child's first photo session to a young man graduating from high school.   Each photo session was different and special.


Capturing God's amazing work is another specialty of mine.  I love seeing a sunrise and how animals live in nature.  During this year, I was given many opportunities to photography the amazing sites.  

Flagler Beach, FL


I'm grateful for the many opportunities 2015 brought but looking forward to 2016.  It is starting out with a bang!    Be on the look out for updates!  
 
July 4th Firework Show at Silver Springs State Park



Thank you for your continued support!

Denise
Sweetwater Photography

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Wednesday, October 1, 2014

2014 Island Hopper Songwriters Festival

 
2014 Island Hopper Songwriters Festival
Captiva, FL
 

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On September 26, 2014, I traveled to Captiva, FL to attend the Ft. Myers Island Hopper Songwriters Festival. The festival was hosting songwriters from all over the country including several nationally known country music songwriters.  Also in attendance was upcoming singer/songwriter, Steven Whitson, from Nashville, TN.  I have always enjoyed hearing the story behind the song.  And when I  was asked to help photograph Steven's adventures during the event, I became even more excited about the festival.

The first event we attended was a tribute session for Cowboy Jack Clement. A few hours later, the festival officially started with the VIP party.  Several top country music songwriters performed at the event. What a way to start the festival!  Everyone was looking forward to finally starting the weekend activities. 


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Billy Montana
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Kristen Kelly
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Jeff Cohen 

Steven Whitson was the winner of Song and Chance video contest. As a result, he was invited to attend the festival and share the stage with some of the top country songwriters.  He was the first to be interviewed about the event.  We all knew this weekend would be a new adventure for Steven.  And great things would come out of this event.  And we were not disappointed.  The response to Steven and his music was overwhelming. He shined during his sessions and gained a lot of new fans.  During this performance at the RC Otter, he received several standing ovations.  After the show, he was mobbed by the audience.      

It was an honor to take on the responsibly of photographing Steven. It was a lot of fun!  The festival is going to be an annual event.   I can't wait until next year's event.

Denise
Sweetwater Photography
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Steven Whitson


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Steven Whitson being interviewed by Island Hopper Festival


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Steven Whitson performing at Crow's Nest


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Steven Whitson performing at RC Otter


Steven Whitson performing at RC Otter
 
 
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