Denise- well, if you EVER find yourself on St. Pete Beach, you HAVE to visit the Bon-Air hotel- its on the gulf, old Florida style place- Denise works the day shift at the tiki-bar- absolute best beach bartender around, possibly best bartender period. She will have you and everyone else in stiches- sarcasm and rum-runners are her specialty! BTW she hates this purse but agreed to pose anyway- thanks Denise!

Monica strikes a pose for Purses and Passion- Monica is a busy mom and animal advocate, keeps so young and in shape chasing after everyone all day! She was reluctant to pose, but I love her look and am happy she agreed.

Meet Daphne- She is going on 7 feet tall with those shoes and maybe 8 feet if you count the hair! Daphne is the best, she was great to work with, lots of fun and lots of funky outfits. Thanks Daphne- see you at the show!

St. Pete Times article. Beth Reynolds pictured.

Autumn.

Autumn is an entertainer and is working on a degree in business. Autumn generously donated her time for this portrait. Thank you Autumn!

Rebecca.

Rebecca's face says it all to me! Rebecca had a great time at the Summit and I think it shows.

My two "interns" at the Y Summit.

Both girls did fabulous work, each has a unique view and energy. Be sure to come to the Purses and Passion exhibit to see their work! Exhibit is June 9th, 6-9 pm at Studio 620, St. Petersburg, FL.

Linda, The Emerald Bar, St. Petersburg, FL

Linda is the best bartender around! Linda and her friends let me take over the place late one night and patiently allowed me to photograph her with her "purse." The Emerald is a cool little pub on Central Avenue in Downtown St Petersburg.

Thanks Linda!

Beth Reynolds, Jennifer Butkus, Therese Hounsell with a student at the "Y Summit."

The Summit was a three-day meeting between the professional photographers and student photographers, where we had the pleasure of sharing our passion and helping the girls develop their own "eye."

Beth Reynolds, Photojournalist and Digital Imaging Coordinator, The Arts Center of St. Petersburg.

Beth is extremely active in the Bay Area community of photojournalism and education. She has had a huge influence over my love of photography. Beth is pictured here with her mothers vintage purse and shirt (era 1960's).
Learn more about Beth Reynolds.