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    Designer of dreams

    Photography by Brian Pearse Photography As an architect, Leah Watters isn’t on the front line of any war, and rarely will someone in her line of work be called a hero. In fact, she knows her services are a luxury for most people — but they matter greatly to those who hire her. She’s creating […]

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    Passion and perseverance

    Photography by Brandi Stage Portraiture Makeup & Hair: Rachael Hollingsworth and Cody Shafer of Polished Salon & Spa Wardrobe: Grants for Her, Frankly My Dear Boutique, and Love Ivy Vastly different life paths led three exceptional women to the same destination: success. They are fighters, pursuing their goals with laser-like focus. They use their talents […]

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    Family first

    Photography by Brandi Stage Portraiture Even in their playtime, when they pretend to be restaurant owners, Kerri Paul’s children clearly consider her a role model. “My 5-year-old daughter sees herself as someday having her own cupcake bakery, and it’s the most fulfilling thing to see your child articulate such big dreams at such a young […]

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    Dynamic duo

    Photography by Brandi Stage Portraiture Wardrobe: Grants For Her and Lee Tracy You might call Trina Cuccia and her daughter, Chantelle Chotto, professional door openers. Those doors are figurative at first, as the pair remove obstacles to home ownership, but they become real when clients claim their keys at the closing table. Not all clients […]

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    The spiritual warrior

    Photography by Brandi Stage Portraiture Leah Tennyson Rodgers is a walking affirmation. From her jogger pants proclaiming “I am love,” to her Facebook page reminding followers that God is in control, the owner of Selah Yoga immerses herself in positive messages. Sometimes, she even pens them herself. “Poetry and writing lyrics are a favorite pastime […]

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    Meet the Socialites

    Photography by Brandi Stage Portraiture These businesswomen love celebrations Lilian Perez-Gollott and Sue Nguyen- Torjusen love food and fun — both serving it up and being a part of it all. Perez-Gollott looks forward to Mardi Gras season, especially attending the parades and seeing the kids’ faces when they catch the “good” throws. “Any excuse […]

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