Thursday, January 5, 2012

And Running for Miss Rodeo USA 2012 is...

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As you all know, The 2012 Miss Rodeo USA Pageant is just around the corner. The pageant 
will be held Jan. 10th thru the 15th, with the coronation of Miss Rodeo USA on the 15th. Now this is no easy task for these girls. First of all they must attend a 3 day Miss Rodeo USA Queen Clinic where they learn all aspects of the pageant world including, Modeling, Speeches, impromptu questions, Horsemanship, Interviews, Platform information, Photogenic's, applications, hair & makeup, and all topics relevant to the pageant. Now as you may know by now, My contestant of choice is Sophia McKirch, and as you may know I "Shameless Self Promoter" received the privilege of photographing Sophia for the contest,which is not the first time. I have shot Sophia many times over the last few years during other Queening contest. Having watched Sophia compete many times before I feel like I am backing a winner. And why not, She embodies everything I think a Rodeo Queen is.

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Now, as I have said, Sophia has been working very hard "running around like a one legged man at a you know what contest."  she has been doing radio interviews, chasing down sponsors, writing speeches that must be memorized, riding random horses to practice her horsemanship (They will be using horses provided to them, scary.) Studying her Heart out, and the one thing I know she has enjoyed most, going to the local school here in Gentry and speaking to the kids there, Spreading here platform "A crazy little thing called love" teaching others to love theirselves and to be more confident, and spreading love through volunteering, charity, and helping others. Like I said, She's been busy. I know it is an honor just to be able to compete in the Miss Rodeo USA (For crying out loud MIss Rodeo USA is considered a World Champion of the IPRA.) Very Cool! And even though all I have done is just take a couple of pictures, I to am very honored to have even a small part in this once in a lifetime opportunity. I would like to encourage everyone to visit the "Miss Rodeo USA" website and facebook page. And if you do find yourself on their facebook page, take a minute and show this years contestants a little love by "likeing" your favorite choice for the 2012 Miss Rodeo USA. I think it goes without my saying again who my choice is. Sophia says that "She feels like she has made the impossible, possible." and that "This is something that she has always day dreamed about". She feels like just getting on the Miss Rodeo USA website is a dream come true. Sophia says " That she would like to Thank everyone who has helped her get this far." And if you know Sophia... You might as well accept her thanks, because you know that she is not going to stop giving it. I personally would like to congratulate Sophia on everything she has been able to accomplish thus far... So go knock'em dead sweetie and enjoy one of the greatest times of your life.

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Saturday, November 12, 2011

Sophia McKirch

Sophia. is running for Miss Rodeo USA this year. I just wanted to share a couple of photos of her

that we shot for the Photogenic part of the compition. I am so stoked about these pic's. They Rock!

I believe Sophia has one heck of a shot at becoming the next Miss Rodeo USA. I have shot Sophia

several times over the last few years, and I am really pulling for her in this compition. I am excited 

for her, and for myself... I kind of a big deal to have one of your pic's to be judged in this way, I hope

it serves her well. I know i am going to be as nervous as she is.

GOOD LUCK SOPHIA!

 

Friday, November 4, 2011

2011' Parade of Life Car Show...By Charley's Customs

I now have the photos up on my website ( www.mcfadinphotography.com ) from Charley's Car Show in Alma Ar this year. I have been so busy that I have not had time to edit the yet so I decided to just go ahead and post them as is. Now if anybody wants some photos just go ahead and order them and I will edit them before shipping to you. Charley had a Great Show again this year and they even give away a car, Very Cool. So go to my website and look under Charley's Customs Gallery's take a look at all the fun that was had that day, and don't forget to checkout the big winner of the day.

 

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Saturday, October 22, 2011

My Buddy T.J. and I at the Car Show.

This is my Buddy T.J. Brown and I at the Parade for Life Car Show today. T.J. does some wicked cool woodwork, If you would like to checkout some of his work, you can see some of it on my website under  "Product Photography" under T.J.Brown. you can also go to his website atwww.tjswoodshop.com

Anyway, I will do another story on the car show in a few days, So Stay Tuned...

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2011' Parade of Life Car Show.

We are already Up and At'um. Headed down to Alma Ar for the 2011' Parade of Life Car Show. Promises to be a big show this year. So if you are looking for something to do today come on down.

Checkout the link, I believe we are giving away a brand new hotrod today.

www.charleyscustoms.com/Car-Show.html

 

 

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Monday, October 3, 2011

Ed Bowen Memorial Barrel Race Photos Now Up!

I now have the photos from the Memorial Race up on my website. There are a lot of them, So have fun finding you way thru them.... Te hee. They are unedited, But will be edited when purchased. I noticed that the color balance was off a little bit, But not bad and I can fix that easy when I edit them.  So Have fun looking. And Congratulatons to all of the Big Winners.

http://www.mcfadinphotography.com/Barrel-Racing/NWA-4D-BRA-2011/Ed-Bowen-Memo...

 

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Saturday, October 1, 2011

Ed Bowen Memorial Race

Ok Boys and Girls, Is everybody ready to chase some cans? I'm having some breakfast ( most important meal of the day you know ) loading up my stuff and will be heading to the Beautiful Rock Ridge Arena. Now remember, I think we are going to try and get a group shot. I'm just not sure if the girls are going to try it before or after the race, So stay tuned and we will find out together.

Saturday, September 24, 2011

NWABRA Siloam Springs Race 9/24/11

Ok, This is going out to all of the Barrel Racers out there. I now have the photos up on my website from the Siloam Springs race. These photos are UNEDITED So that I could get them up faster for your viewing. When you order you photos, I will edited them at that time. So you will get the same great photos that you always do. 

So have fun, and enjoy your photos. Here is a link where you can see you photos.

http://www.mcfadinphotography.com/Barrel-Racing/NWA-4D-BRA-2011/Siloam-Spring...

 

I will see you at Rock Ridge next week for the Ed Bowen Memorial Race 

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UPDATE: On The Hot Springs Rally Photos.

Ok everbody, I have started uploading the photos from this years Hot Springs Rally. So far I have four galleries uploaded. I have a lot more to do, So stay tuned, I will be getting the rest up on site in the coming days. Here is a link where you can see them... http://www.mcfadinphotography.com/HotSpringsRally/2011-Rally

 

So enjoy and I will get the rest up as time allows. I will update you when I have more info.

 

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Friday, September 23, 2011

Ed Bowen Memorial Barrel Race UPDATE!

NEW UPDATE! Due to the rain received this week The Ed Bowen Memorial Barrel Race is being moved to Next Saturday Oct. 1st. Exb will start at at 10:00 am. So thats cool. Remember, we are still going to try to get some group photos of all attendee's for the Memorial Race, that should be fun.

Now... As I understand it, The NWABRA Race at Siloam Springs is still on for in the morning (the 24th) at 10:00 am.  I think I saw somewhere were they are asking everyone to park on the south side of the arena, I think the FFA is having and auction that day also. I am planning on be at this race also... So maybe we can get some good photos.

And remember, as always... Accuracy depends on my Little Dyslexia problem ;D

Also, one more thing. I need Alex Goss and if she is there Nikki Andrews to come and see me tomorrow... I should not be to hard to find.

Pease stay tuned, I will be trying to stay on top of the information for these races. And I will post anything new as quick as I can find out about it.

SEE YOU ALL THERE!

 

Ed

Saturday, September 17, 2011

"UPDATE" Ed Bowen Memorial Race

Ok folks, It looks like mother nature has won this round. It's official, The Ed Bowen Memorial Race has been cancelled for today. It will be moved to next Friday the 23rd. I will be posting updates as they become available. So... In the mean time ENJOY the rain. Messing up the race is the bad part, but the good part is we Really, Really! Need the rain. So I would say there is a silver lining this time.

Friday, September 16, 2011

Ed Bowen Memorial Barrel Race

Stay alert everybody! It is possible that the race will be canceled for tomorrow due to rain. It is not official yet, but stay tuned. I will be talking to Jody first thing in the morning, and as soon as a decision is made I will post the results ASAP. so just be alert. It looks like if it is postponed, The race may be held the following Friday. Just keep your fingers crossed, only time will tell, so just stay tuned.

Thursday, September 15, 2011

SSHS Class of 1981

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I am reposting this from David. So if anybody has any ideas lets here them.

Ed Bowen Memorial Barrel Race

Here's a little addendum to my last post... It looks like we are going to try and get a group photo of everybody that is at saturdays race. Sounds fun!... It's always interesting for me to try and get these type of shots, But I bet we can do it. So at the very least, I'm sure it will prove to be very intertaining. We will just throw caution to the wind and full steam ahead. I think I will make Jennifer my wrangler... Who do you think could do a better job? Thats what I thought, me either. I can't wait!

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=250679604954448

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Ed Bowen Memorial Barrel Race

Ok girls, Is everybody ready to race! Now remember the race is this Saturday the 17th at Rock Ridge Arena... Exhibitions start at 10:00 am. So help spead the word to anyone who may not have heard about it. Jody and Jennifer have been working really hard to make this a great race, So give them a pat on the back when you see them. I will be there shooting all day, so get all gussied up and lets get some cool pic's.

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=250679604954448

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Tuesday, September 13, 2011

Life as I new it is over...

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Ok. 1st day back to work, now my life as I new it is over. No more of the jet setting lifestyle that I have enjoyed for the last week, No more playing the Big Time, World Famous Biker Photographer. All I have now is back to the grind as a 3rd rate personality. At least it threatening to rain... Rain is good.

Sunday, September 11, 2011

Arkansas "Hells Angels"

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Lum and Abner

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I love these guys...

Today is 9-11

Today is 9-11... I remember...This day always puts me in a bad mood, I'm glad it's a 250 mile trip back to the house, it will be good for the soul. No radio, no tv, and no computer, just that sweet Harley rumble. The bad guys will still be there tomorrow for me to hate, But I am taking today off. Peace.

Saturday, September 10, 2011

Pusher Man...

Here is a really really small sample of some of the fun that Babydoll and I have had this week. This one goes out to my Bro "Little Willy" and God Bless all things Hot Springs Rally.

Thank You... I don't know how else to say it.

Ok, We have had a Killer Week. I want to thank the Hot Springs Rally, Wild Boar Promotions, Everybody who attended the Rally this year. A special Thanks to Fred and his lovely wife, Greg and his beautiful wife Roz, Jim and his beautiful wife Carol. Man, you all put on a great show once again. I don't think people fully realize what it takes to make something this big happen, Congratulations. The exposure this has given me has been incredible. I have a great deal to learn but the Hot Springs Rally is a wonderful classroom. Everyone has been so nice including every single person that I pointed my lens at this week.
Hopefully I will have lots of very nice photos for everybody up on site in a couple of weeks.
So... I don't know how else to say it except THANK YOU!

Looking forward to seeing everybody again soon.

James and Babydoll McFadin
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Ready for the Bike Show?

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Are you ready for the Bike Show? bike games are over and I think it's safe to say that everybody had a very good time, Well, everybody had a good after we got rid of the cheaters...I don't want mention any names "Mr. Looney" but everything went great after that until we had a couple of impostors try to sneak into weenie bite contest. But you can't slip nothing past these judges, once again fines imposed and smooth sailing to the finish line. Oh, and Roz thanks for the great demonstration! I Love You. Wait till you see the picks, I will cherish them forever;)

Ok, gotta go, about time for the bike show. We sure don't want to miss anything.

Saturday's Happenings at the Hot Springs Rally

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Here's at least a partial list of the Events for Saturday sept the 10th.

8:am - 4:pm Poker Run
9am - 4pm 4th annual Antique Motorcycles in the Park. AMCA
10am - 12pm Bike Games, Field Events
11:30 am - 1pm Bike Show Registration
NO ENTRIES AFTER 1:00pm ALL BIKES OUT BY 5PM
1pm - 5pm ABATE of Arkansas Meet and Greet
1pm - 3pm Kids Events
1:30pm - 4pm Bike Show Open to Public
3pm - 4pm BINGO!
7pm - 8pm Closing Ceremonies & Awards
8:15pm - 9:45pm Concert - John Kay & Steppenwolf.
There's a lot going on today, So let your hair down and have some Fun!
First Up... Bike Games.

Wanna know what's going on? Click on this link

This is what it's all about. Check it out the Flintstones and some of there Bedrock Buds showed up for the parade today. Trust me there were a lot more there too. Good Job Guys. Man, by the time they all got past me during the parade, I felt like I just ran a marathon. It's a lot of work shooting machine gun style during the parade. I feel like I got shots most everyone, but if I missed you I apologize now and will try even harder next time. I should have most of this weekends pic's up in about two weeks so be patient. I getting old. Anyway, here is a couple of quick pic's to hold you over.

Friday, September 9, 2011

Wanna know what's going on? Click on this link

This is what it's all about. Check it out the Flintstones and some of there Bedrock Buds showed up for the parade today. Trust me there were a lot more there too. Good Job Guys. Man, by the time they all got past me during the parade, I felt like I just ran a marathon. It's a lot of work shooting machine gun style during the parade. I feel like I got shots most everyone, but if I missed you I apologize now and will try even harder next time. I should have most of this weekends pic's up in about two weeks so be patient. I getting old. Anyway, here is a couple of quick pic's to hold you over.

Did you follow us to The Hot Springs Rally?

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Did you follow us to the Hot Springs Rally? Did you Follow to the Parade? I sure hope you followed us to the Sawyer Brown Concert. We were honored to be asked back stage once again. Guess who Babydoll got her photo with??? That got me few points:) Well I hope that everyone is follow us because WE ARE HAVING A GREAT TIME and we want every person in Hot Springs to see and feel what we are... And guess what... We get to do it all again tomorrow! Life Is Great! So I hope everyone climbs on Follows along with us MORE RALLY PARTY TOMORROW! And did I say THANK YOU WILD BOAR? So hang on the rides not over.

Sawyer Brown has just taken flight!

Parade starts staging at 4:30

Parade starts staging at 4:30 on the North parking lot at the Oaklawn Race Track. So get them costumes on, bike shined up and don't forget to stop long enough to grab a bite to eat, because the parade runs right into the Sawyer Brown concert. A full day today and an even bigger day tomorrow, Yipeee!

Crazy cages on the Rampage in downtown Hot Springs.

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Boss Hoss, some of the Crazy Stuff we are seeing in Hot Springs.

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Boss Hoss, some of the Crazy Stuff we're seeing in Hot Springs!

Hey Everybody, Go check out these Guys from Spa City V-Twin.

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Go see John, Donna and Chris at Spa City V-Twin. They can get you fixed up. They got a lot going on at there shop.

Gooood Moorniiinnnggg!!! Hot Springs Rally. Here's what's happening Today?

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8:30am - 6:00pm Registration
8:00am - 7:30pm Vendors (Lots of Cool stuff folks)
10:00am - 4:00 pm Poker Run. (All sheets Must be in by 4pm)
11:00am - 12:00pm Bingo!
4:30pm - 6:00 pm Parade Staging. (One of my favorites.) Parade departs at 6pm.
And last but not least 7:30pm SAWYER BROWN!!! Summit Arena.

(Accuracy of all information dependent on my little Dyslexia problem) I hope everybody has a great day!

Thursday, September 8, 2011

Bigger set than me!

The karaoke contest is going hot and heavy... Going to be rough picking a winner... Every single one of the contestants have got a bigger set than me TeHeehe.

Lauren Ingram

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My friend Lauren she's an Aussie, can you believe it.

Lauren Ingram

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My friend Lauren she's an Aussie, can you believe it.

A room with a view...

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A room with a view...

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We Made It!!!

Yeah Baby, We finally made it to the Spa City. met some cool folks on the road here, I didn't get her name (but I will) but one of them liked our little rally so much she came all the way from Australia, Wow! I had a hard time make my 200 miles. Time to get a bite to eat, and see some vendors and get ready for some karaoke, that's right I said karaoke.

We Made It!!!

Yeah Baby, We finally made it to the Spa City. met some cool folks on the road here, I didn't get her name (but I will) but one of them liked our little rally so much she came all the way from Australia, Wow! I had a hard time make my 200 miles. Time to get a bite to eat, and see some vendors and get ready for some karaoke, that's right I said karaoke.

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Tuesday, September 6, 2011

Time to get ready!

Time to change the oil on the Scooter, That will be fun. And then figure out how to bungee cord everything we own and the kitchen sink on it for the trip to the Hot Springs Rally. YaHoo!

 

 

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Time to get ready!

Time to change the oil on the Scooter, That will be fun. And then figure out how to bungee cord everything we own and the kitchen sink on it for the trip to the Hot Springs Rally. YaHoo!

 

 

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Monday, September 5, 2011

Pictures From The Past...

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If you would like to take another look at the 2010' Hot Springs Rally Photos

You can click on either one of these links...And get the Satisfaction you are looking for.

 

McFadin Photography.com

http://www.mcfadinphotography.com/2010-Bike-Shows-1/Hot-Springs-Rally-2010

 

 

The Hot Springs Rally

http://www.thehotspringsrally.com/gallery.php

 

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