Grant & I were incredibly blessed to capture the 71st Inauguration of Virginia’s New Governor Bob McDonnell on Saturday January 16, 2010. Our All-Access passes provided by the Inaugural Committee granted us a truly unique perspective, and we were able to position ourselves behind and around the First Family for the weekend, to capture their emotions as they witnessed each historic moment for the first time.
As visual storytellers, there were times these events seemed to engulf and left us with such overwhelming feelings that were hard to form into words, yet one purpose ran true in both of our hearts… for you to see this day from their eyes. The moments we were allowed to witness were at times intensely personal…the hands held, the hugs and kisses, the understanding glances and the tears…all bonds of a family that have opened up their lives to scrutiny yet remain real in their love toward one another.
This was truly an event of a lifetime for us, and while it was a challenge to narrow down thousands of moments into a visual documentary, we believe what we captured is truly unique and powerful.
And now a news flash; Bob McDonnell was chosen to give
GOP State of the Union Response this coming Wednesday, January 27, 2010 - read more HERE.
Here are a couple images of the day - but be certain to click the full HD videos below [NOTE: Allow the video to load (green bar at bottom of viewer) for a full minute BEFORE pressing play for optimal viewing.]
An endearing moment between Governor McDonnell and his Father as Bob stopped and bent down to look into his Dad's eyes to say... "Dad, I made Governor!" and then reached up to kiss his Dad on the forehead. Everyone in the entourage fell silent, and then we had to wipe the tears.
AND... we've created two HD Slideshows to music (be certain to turn up your volume) and you can view them both in full scree HD resolution by clicking on either of the images below. These only show a FRACTION of the fun, emotion and true love of this family. Thank you McDonnell's for allowing us to tag along during your most amazing day.
[NOTE: Allow the videos to load (green bar at bottom of viewer) for a full minute BEFORE pressing play for optimal viewing.]