I"m going to take a break from my blog on event photographers to talk about a wonderful event we participated in on Wednesday night. Our dear friend and colleague Bill Bastas held an amazing fundraiser for breast cancer research at The Mansion on October 15th, 2008. The event was to commemorate the release of his sencond book "The Smile Never Fades: Caring and Sharing". It is compiled of portraits of breast cancer survivors, their friends and family and other supporters, as well as intimate essays written by the survivors themselves. All of the proceeds from the book and the event will go to the Breast Cancer Resource Center of Austin.
Everyone who turned out for the event had a fabulous time! Third Language played great music and Complete Music provided Emcee services. The food was amazing, and the speech that artist William Stidham gave to honor Bill was heartfelt and nothing short of inspirational.
Some of the other sponsors who participated were Sterling Affairs, Sparkling Engagements, Twin Liquors, Emerald Entertainment, Third Language Band, Austin Party Central, Floral Renaissance, Amazing Ice Designs, Michelle's Patisserie, RK Group, The Inviting Pear, Steve Armstrong Photography, Wild Parrott Video & Simon Lee Bakery.
It was terrific to see our friends and colleagues come together for such a wonderful cause. Thousands of dollars were raised to fight breast cancer while bringing together the event community to honor Bill and his beloved wife Michelle who lost her life to the disease.
Next year I hope to see all of you there too.
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