In late June, I had the opportunity to photograph a beautiful gala celebration for the 10th Anniversary of the start of Holy Trinity Parish in Gainesville, VA. There was a great crowd there to celebrate the hard work done over the last decade that led to the creation of a large and active church community with an amazing building for Sunday Masses. Some of those attending were Anne and Ronald Dixon from Dixon Studio - incredible artists who’s award-winning work is on display at the parish. They created many of the windows, objects, and other details built into the church building, some of which I photographed for them here. The evening’s main event was a musical performance by Julie Murphy Wells, the lead vocalist of Eddie From Ohio. She sang her favorite selections of standards and Broadway songs with her band in Merchant Hall of the Hylton Performing Arts Center in Manassas, VA. This space is the premiere place for holding musical, theatrical presentations for audiences in the area. I have enjoyed many performances of symphonies and other musical groups at area auditoriums, but Hylton is now a place to proudly showcase talented performers. I definitely would like to come back to photograph or enjoy another performance before too long!

Don’t mess with a knife-juggling priest.

Thanks to Father Peffley, and the Holy Trinity 10th Anniversary Committee for having me cover this event. It was a privilege to cover such an important milestone at a beautiful setting. Thank you!