Raina Stinson

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Shred of the Dead Fest 2014-Star Theater

Shred of the Dead Fest 2014-Star Theater

What a fabulous night of music!  Here are a few of my favorite images from the Shred of the Dead Feat 2014 at the Star Theater on Halloween.

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Beauty and Grace

I had the honor of photographing professional dancer, Briley Jozwiak.  She is a ballerina for the Tucson Ballet Company.  It is inspiring to me to see her following her dreams!

Hair and Makeup: Michele Wade.

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2014 Prix de la Photographie Paris Competiton, Bronze and Honorable Mention Awards

2014 Prix de la Photographie Paris Competiton, Bronze and Honorable Mention Awards

I am thrilled to announce that I have just received two Bronze awards and one Honorable Mention, in the Prix de la Photographie Paris Competition.  “The Perfect Wife” won Bronze in the Fine Art category and “Feeling Groovy” won Bronze in the Portraiture category.   “Feeling Groovy” also received Honorable Mention, in the Fine Art category.

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Portrait: A Picture Show Exhibition, Black Box Gallery

Portrait: A Picture Show Exhibition, Black Box Gallery

I am honored to announce that my photo,”The Perfect Wife”, was curated into the Portrait: A Picture Show Exhibition, at the Black Box Gallery in Portland, Oregon, July 1st-20th.   Juried by Holly Andres, Portland based fine art photographer.  24 photos were selected to be on exhibition in the gallery and 30 photos to be included in the on-line gallery annex and published in the full exhibition…

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60's Mod Shoot

60′s Mod Shoot

Check out the photos, and video from my most recent shoot for my series, “Girls Just Wanna Have Fun”.  This was another fun family collaboration.  My son, Tyler Verigin, filmed and produced the video.  His partner, Sarah Q was my beautiful model.  My sister, Michele Wade, did an amazing job with the hair and makeup.  The music is from Portland band, Moon By You.  Tyler is the drummer and Sarah is…

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Cody and Emily

It was such a pleasure photographing this beautiful and incredibly fun couple, Cody and Emily.   These photos were taken at the Wooden Shoe Tulip Farm in Woodburn, Oregon.  As you will see from the photos, we had a great time playing around at the tulip farm.

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Artslandia Kentucky Derby VIP Event

Artslandia Kentucky Derby VIP Event

What a fabulous party!  I was recently invited to be the contributing editorial photographer for Artslandia Magazine for their 2014/2015 season.  I attended this wonderful event with my husband Scott. and of course, I could not resist bringing my camera to capture the fun!

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Fun, Fun, Fun!!!

I feel very blessed to have, Joni Kabana, professional photographer, as my friend and mentor.  Her enthusiasm for life and creativity inspires me.  When I was presented with the opportunity  to photograph Joni, I was elated.  The idea for this shoot came from a comment that Joni made to me about her new Broncolor Octabank looking like a skirt, and before you know it, we were in the studio styling…

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PDX Photo Month Exhibit

PDX Photo Month Exhibit

I am pleased to announce that my photo “Be Happy” was accepted into the PDX Photo Month Exhibit, at Lightbox Photographic Gallery in Astoria, curated by Chris Bennett.  This photo is  from  my series, “Girls Just Wanna Have Fun”.

Artist reception April 12th 6-9pm.  You won’t want to miss this exhibit, April 12th through May 6th.

Hairstylist: Michele Wade Models: Malia Rodgers, and Abigail Van Horn

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The 6th Edition of the Julia Margaret Cameron Award

The 6th Edition of the Julia Margaret Cameron Award

Today has been an amazing day for me.  I received an email informing me that I was chosen as one of 12 recipients for the 6th  Edition of the Julia Margaret Cameron Award.  This is an international contest that is sponsored by the Worldwide Photography Gala Awards.  Three of my photographs were chosen to be on exhibition at the 3rd International Biennial of Fine Art and Documentary Photography…

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Moon By You, 2014 New Years Eve in Outer Space

I had a great time at the 2014 New Years Eve in Outer Space show, hosted by the awesome Portland…

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Sierra and Joe's Maternity session

I had such a great time photographing this beautiful couple, Sierra, and Joe.  They are expecting…

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The Lower 48's Holiday Ball Feat, at Mississippi Studios

I met The Lower 48′s drummer, Nick, at a house show last year, and I have been following the band…

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