NORTHERN INDIANA EVENT PHOTOGRAPHER | MACONAQUAH HS vs PERU HS | HOCO GAME 2019
a very intense game game for Maconaquah High school. With multiple penalty calls and a neck and neck game the Braves pulled through in the last quarter. Students, Staff and Alumni with their families watched their team take them to victory as they played against their rival school to the north, Peru High School!
The image above was the beginning of a very intense game for Maconaquah High school. With multiple penalty calls and a neck and neck game the Braves pulled through in the last quarter. Students, Staff and Alumni with their families watched their team take them to victory as they played against their rival school to the north, Peru High School!
It was a grewling 70+ degree evening, but that didn’t stop our student section from having a great time and keeping their teams spirits alive throughout the game. Nothing was getting this crowd down. I think my favorite part was when Maconaquah student section pulled out their phones and waved them back and forth (like Lighters in a stadium) singing the song, “na na naa naa, hey hey hey, goodbyyye.” This was after the braves scored the final touchdown of the night beating Peru 43 to 27.
Maconaquah Cheer soared the skys and kept the stands moving. I loved hanging out with them on the field. Thanks girls for being you, It is always a pleasure hanging out! You made my night!
Of course… who can’t forget our homecoming king and queen! This year was one I have never seen, our king and queen both in Football Uniforms! Congrats Kolson Sicox as Homecoming king and Jolee Holland as Queen!
A Victory to remember! Congratulations to the Maconaquah Braves for a great game and and awesome win!
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That's a Wrap! 2019 Circus City Festival Parade | Peru Indiana Photographer | Rebecca Danielle Portraits
A bittersweet moment for us and I know it feels the same for some of the performers, but Saturday July 20th we said goodbye to Circus City Festival 2019. While the Parade is usually the send off event, the performers always do 2 more shows soon after. The day was extremely hot and humid, and we all survived!
THAT’S A WRAP!
Every year we attend our Peru Circus City Festival, They never disappoint! The one thing we didn’t get to do this year was head down to the Circus City hall of fame to look at all the beautifully preserved wagons and take a walk through circus history! It is only open through circus week. So if you haven’t yet seen this place it is amazing!
Helicopters open the parade welcoming in our law enforcement, carrying our national flag.
A bittersweet moment for us and I know it feels the same for some of the performers, but Saturday July 20th we said goodbye to Circus City Festival 2019. While the Parade is usually the send off event, the performers always do 2 more shows soon after. The day was extremely hot and humid, and we all survived! Crazy thing is, last year we had random moments of pouring down rain and not many people had their tents out. This year we get a heat advisory, and main street was lined with 10x10 tents.
Peru High School Marching Band
Maconaquah High School Marching band
North Miami High School Band
Another thing I noticed was all three Miami County High school bands participated! It was so great to see the schools that are homes of these performers representing. The parade did seem MUCH longer then it was last year so keeping my youngest kiddo comfortable and entertained was a bit of a challenge at times. My favorite part was when all the clowns came through and greeted all the kids around me, some were squirting water guns to shake things up.
The Jugglers Came by and did some tricks as well, jugging around a group of kids. The parents watching had their phones out and ready to watch their kids be a center act! Like at Disneyland Mickey usually closes all the parades, we get Elephants! Who doesn’t love elephants!?
This year I was privileged to really get to know these amazing performers, and their families. I know these Parents, Volunteers and Performers start this crazy journey of practicing and preparing for one of the greatest shows I have ever seen. You all deserve about a month’s worth of sleep and parents….a lifetime supply of coffee. I know I have said this a lot, but thank you for being so welcoming and kind to me this week. I look forward to photographing next year!
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Peru Indiana | Event Photographer | Circus City Festival 2019
Some carry on their rich family tradition as second and third generation performers. While they call themselves an “Amateur” Circus, this is anything but. Peru Indiana is a hidden gem that should be on any Hoosiers list to visit.
Where do I begin?
Two years ago while my husband was house hunting in the state of Indiana for job relocation, he was told Peru Indiana was the circus capital of the world. I almost didn’t believe him, especially when he told me that the performer’s ages were from 5 to 21! I had to look it up! Low and behold, there it was, PERU INDIANA, CIRCUS CITY FESTIVAL!
Two years ago this west coast family packed ourselves up and headed to this small town of 11,000 people. Every year so far, we have always attended the Circus. My kids beg me to be performers, but we are deep into baseball with my son and circus tryouts and practices fall right on baseball season. Instead we make it a family trip. Watching the show and riding all the rides!
Some carry on their rich family tradition as second and third generation performers. While they call themselves an “Amateur” Circus, this is anything but. Peru Indiana is a hidden gem that should be on any Hoosiers list to visit.
This year they Celebrated 60 years of Circus tradition pulling out all the stops! From high wire and trapeze, to juggling and even the cutest mini clowns! This year they added the new “Dream catcher act”.
I want to send out a huge thank you to the Circus City Family for all the love you have given me this week! It has been a huge blessing to have gotten to know some of you this year! I was even more proud to see that one of my first Peru Seniors I photographed was crowned the Circus City Queen! I hope to see you next year! “MAY ALL YOUR DAYS BE CIRCUS DAYS”
“Let all that you do be done in love,” 1 Corinthians 16:14
‘Becca
Every July they put aside eight days to shut down the entire downtown for "Circus week". It’s basically a community carnival focused on celebrating the circus (Elephants and all).
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Miami County, Indiana | Event Photographer | Miami County 4H Fair Royalty Pageants
The phone call started with a very frantic voice on the other end of the line. The photographer that normally photographs for the Miami County Duchess and Princess pageants had a wedding to cover. I am so thankful to be friends with this photographer, because she gave my name over to the pageant committee. This opportunity left me with a full heart and feeling so blessed to have been able to meet these beautiful ladies and contestants. Thank you to Lindsey at Snappy Giraffe Photography for allowing me the opportunity to photograph this year. To the Miami County Pageant Committee, Thank you for taking a chance on me, and I hope to be involved more next year!
The phone call started with a very frantic voice on the other end of the line. The photographer that normally photographs for the Miami County Duchess and Princess pageants had a wedding to cover. I am so thankful to be friends with this photographer, because she gave my name over to the pageant committee. This opportunity left me with a full heart and feeling so blessed to have been able to meet these beautiful ladies and contestants. Thank you to Lindsey at Snappy Giraffe Photography for allowing me the opportunity to photograph this year. To the Miami County Pageant Committee, Thank you for taking a chance on me, and I hope to be involved more next year!
Outgoing 2018 Miami County Fair Royalty:
Miss Miami County 2018, Eilee Densiton
MIami County Duchess 2018, Elizabeth Pavey
Miami County Princess 2018, Lilah Millian
The stage was decorated with candy decor. The contestants did a phenomenal job in their opening number. As a first time pageant goer, this left my feet tapping to the music choice and a smile on my face.
After a proper introduction, 2018 Princess Lilah Million was escorted in By her father and proudly watched the contestants take the stage.
2018 Duchess Elizabeth Pavey is introduced and takes the stage.
FAVORITE OUTFIT COMPETITION
Princess Pageant
Duchess Pageant
EVENING GOWN COMPETITION
Princess Pageant
Dutchess Pageant
While the judges deliberated This was the time I was given the opportunity to do quick full length portraits of the contestants. Battling the sun and wind during the Princess pageant and fighting the lighting clock during the Dutchess pageant we still had fun. In the end the contestants and the photos were beautiful. These photos were printed by Millers lab and gifted to the girls (this was my favorite part).
Being able to give something to these girls for doing an amazing job was my absolute pleasure!
Princess Lila Does her Final walk as Miami County Princess. The Coronation for the 2019 Princess court begins! Congratulations to this years 2019 Miami County Princess court! Top Sponsor Elisabeth Butt, 3rd runner up: Lauryn Merrit, 2nd Runner up: Farrin Douglass, 1st Runner up: Olivia Kunkle, Miami County Princess 2019: Emilee Isley.
2019 Miami County Princess, Emilee Isley
Duchess Elizabeth says her final goodbyes as Miami County Duchess 2018. The Coronation for the 2019 Duchess court begins! Congratulations to this year’s 2019 Miami County Duchess court! Top Sponsor Alexandria Blackford, Miss Congeniality: Madison Wilson, 3rd runner up Alyssa Ramos, 2nd Runner up: Alexandra Merrit, 1st Runner up: Madison Wilson, Miami County Duchess 2019: Dara Bargerhuff.
2019 Miami County Dutchess: Dara Bargerhuff
Miss Miami County Pageant
I was not the official photographer for the queen pageant that was held a couple days after the Duchess and Princess Pageant, but i did get some shots of the Miss Miami County Pageant. Thank you again to the Pageant committee for asking me to photograph for you!
‘Becca
1 Corinthians 16:14
Bunker Hill, Indiana | Event Photographer | Bunker Hill Baseball Parade
Today is a day to celebrate. The work these kids put into getting better at this sport always amazes me. I think the most enjoyable part about being involved in a little league is watching the progress they make by the end of each season. Watching these kids hit the ball for the first time makes me burst with joy as you can see the pride on their faces.
With no help from this year’s weather, Bunker Hill Baseball Season has come to a close. due to delayed or rescheduled games, some families with multiple players this year almost lived at the fields. Mother Nature was not much of our friend. When I mention to friends that last year was excruciatingly hot and humid, the only thing they can say is, “welcome to Indiana, you don’t like the weather? Wait ten minutes.” I think that sums it up!
Last week there was a fairly high chance of thunderstorms so they had postponed our parade day to the next weekend. While the normal turn out wasn’t as much as last year, I think it went off without a hitch. With the help of some local farmers, the Pipe Creek fire and Miami county Sheriff’s departments they lead the way for our team floats!
It isn’t a Bunker Hill Parade without our very own Maconaquah Marching band and Guard. They never disappoint and I can’t wait to see them more in the next school year!
One of my favorite creative floats was the Minor League’s Astro team. Coaches were dressed up in coconuts and hula skirts. While the players enjoyed throwing candy to the onlookers.
Today was a day to celebrate. The work these kids put into getting better at this sport always amazes me. I think the most enjoyable part about being involved in a little league is watching the progress they make by the end of each season. Watching these kids hit the ball for the first time makes me burst with joy as you can see the pride on their faces.
Thank you for a wonderful Season Bunker Hill, I can’t wait for next year!
‘Becca