Here is an update to the work that was done for the National Model Search.  I was very happy to participate and help raise money for Now I Lay Me Down To Sleep.  I recently had the opportunity to assist on one of these shoots and it’s a very emotional ride.  But what drives the photographers to volunteer for this cause is a greater purpose.  To help grieving parents move through a very difficult time and I was glad to be part of it.
The contest was a huge success, 2,000 model’s images were submitted to the contest, and most importantly, the competition raised $164,775 for the Now I Lay Me Down To Sleep (NILMDTS) foundation.click here.

The competition was so much fun.  I was thrilled to enter some of Los Angeles’ cutest kids into the contest.  The feedback from clients has been overwhelmingly positive. People were enthusiastic about my philanthropic efforts to partner with NILMDTS. So many folks have experienced the loss of a child or know someone who has. Raising money for NILMDTS was an effort everyone supported.
 
The 50 finalists have been selected. Photography and modeling industry experts will select the grand prizewinner, which will be announced on May 1st. The finalist gallery is available for viewing – just

This has been such a positive experience that we plan on participating in the National Charity Model Search next year. I hope that just as many of you step up to partner with me in this fun endeavor, and that we raise even more money for NILMDTS in 2010.

Well? Have you voted yet??? Here’s another opportunity if you haven’t had a chance.  I bring you adorable Asa Thomas, 3 of Studio City.  He’s a boy in constant motion, not unlike my own son. But I was able to freeze a few brief moments of stillness!! What do you think? Could he be America’s Cutest Kid? Or maybe it’s time to add just a few more votes to your already favorites?

Here’s a reminder on how to vote:

Go to the site http://sandypucvotes.com

Look for Los Angeles, California and select View Gallery or just click [ here ]

Slect F-H or T-V to access the thumbnails.  or just click [ here ]

And here’s just a litte more on this Charity.  Now I Lay Me Down To Sleep Because I would hate to mis-quote or mis-represent I will just quote directly from it’s website:

“The Now I Lay Me Down To Sleep Foundation is there for parents and families to help aid them in their healing, bring hope to their future, and honor their child. It is through remembrance that a family can truly begin to heal.”

I’m honored to have this small part in spreading the word for this important organization. 

And if you’ve been thinking about portraits for your kids this a great opportunity to book a session with special pricing just for this event. Call soon as session dates are limited and this contest is over at the end of March!