I am pleased to announce the addition of Lorayn DeLuca as contributing photojournalist to The Ballantyne Scoop and our entire Scoop Network of community websites.

Lorayn is a familiar face around Union County and Charlotte. A professional photographer, Lorayn documents many local events through the lenses of her camera.

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I am pleased to announce the addition of Lorayn DeLuca as contributing photojournalist to The Ballantyne Scoop and our entire Scoop Network of community websites.

Lorayn is a familiar face around Union County and Charlotte. A professional photographer, Lorayn documents many local events through the lenses of her camera.

Lorayn has a deep history in photography. She studied photojournalism in college and managed a portrait studio in Hawaii. Lorayn is also an accomplished actress having walked the red carpet at the Cannes Film Festival.

Lorayn holds a Masters Degree in HRM/Organizational Development and has served as a New York State Certified Police Instructor. Before moving to the Charlotte area, Lorayn was the Director of Human Resources for the NYC Department of Education.

“Not only do I still believe that every day is special, but every photograph that I have created for the past twenty five years has been a loving gift to those who share these special moments with me.”

- Lorayn DeLuca

Today, she owns a small digital inventory business www.imagesecurity.biz.

Lorayn’s work can be seen in galleries with the Guild of Charlotte Artists at the Art House in NODA where she recently won a distinguished Photography Award from a juried show. Her work can also be seen at Ageless Remedies Southpark Spa, and with the Mint Hill Arts Gallery. Her photographs have been published in several magazines, including the national Woman’s World, and will be featured in the 2010 Town Planner Calendar for Union County. Currently Lorayn is co-authoring a tips book about organization and inspiring people to take action with the things they don’t want to do.

“Whether we are at your three year old child’s birthday party with Mermaids or Batman, your cherished special occasion or event, your business or my studio for headshots on your website, a magnificent landscape, or in your home with your personal legacy to be documented and preserved, I am taking care of all your photographic needs.”

- Lorayn DeLuca

Lorayn’s passion is the use of natural light and color contributing to an exciting energy which transcends into the original quality of her photographs. Contact Lorayn for any of your special photography needs.

704.962.6962
ldeluca52@carolina.rr.com
View Lorayn’s profile at: http://www.linkedin.com/in/lorayndeluca
View Lorayn’s Photography at: lorayndelucaphotography.smugmug.com/

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Lorayn DeLuca Photography coordinates local Help-Portrait initiative to benefit nonprofit “Birthday Blessings.”

Every December during Birthday Blessings holiday parties at area homeless shelters, needy children and families are treated to family photos, which are taken, printed, and provided as gifts in frames or frame craft kits that children create. This year, that [...]]]>

Lorayn DeLuca Photography coordinates local Help-Portrait initiative to benefit nonprofit “Birthday Blessings.”

Every December during Birthday Blessings holiday parties at area homeless shelters, needy children and families are treated to family photos, which are taken, printed, and provided as gifts in frames or frame craft kits that children create. This year, that annual party tradition will become part of something much bigger. On December 12, photographers around the world will share their skills and give back to those who are less fortunate as part of the Help-Portrait movement started by celebrity photographer Jeremy Cowart, and the greater Charlotte area is no exception.

Listen to Lorayn’s radio interview on 91.9
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Matthews-based Lorayn DeLuca Photography is spearheading a local Help-Portrait effort to benefit Birthday Blessings annual family photo project. This Saturday, professional photo portrait sessions will be offered to women and families living at several of the area housing facilities that Birthday Blessings serves. The portraits will be printed, packaged and presented as gifts during Birthday Blessings celebrations across four area shelters during December.

More about Help-Portrait.

On December 12th, photographers worldwide will unite using their time, skills, and equipment to give back to their community through the debut event, Help-Portrait. This is a movement of both professional and amateur photographers from all backgrounds hoping to make a difference this holiday season.

The goal of Help-Portrait is simple: 1. Find someone in need 2. Take their portrait 3. Print their portrait and 4. Deliver their portrait. Over 4100 people in 470-plus locations in more than 55 countries have already registered and formed groups with the numbers growing daily. Help-Portrait was formed by celebrity photographer Jeremy Cowart as he contemplated using his skills and expertise to give back to those who may not have the opportunity for a professional photo.

The idea is that a photographer has the unique ability to help someone smile, laugh and return their dignity- it is a movement, a shift in photography. This movement began only 2 months ago with the launch of the YouTube video from Cowart. Since then, Help-Portrait has spread across the world as photographers have jumped on board to give back.

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