I had a the wonderful opportunity to photograph a phase of growth for a family, a Bar Mitzvah. The kindness the family cultivates permeated throughout the whole session while the ceremonial threads echoed a calm and peaceful yet celebratory tone. It was a pleasure to witness this cultural tradition.
Here is a sneak peek to the ceremonial space.
Photography by Erica J Mitchell for Women with Moxie
Women with Moxie, a networking company, showcased it’s new location for the 2020 mixers they hold every other month. Learn more at www.womenwithmoxie.com
Women driven companies can present their business to the attendees and share what they do.
Each mixer has a Spotlight Raffler where for $1 per ticket you can have a chance to go on stage and give a one minute message.
Your host and company CEO Dill Ward.
January’s Mixer message was for the featured sponsors to share their hero story.
Entrepreneurs merging in the new event space to expand their reach, make partnerships, and friends on one stage.
Next Mixer at the Crown Plaza is in March, see you there!
One of the great networking groups here in Portland is Women with Moxie. I have been a attending the mixers and been a member since 2013. It’s been great to meet other women in business. I had the oppotunity to photograph their end of the year event.
“Our intention is to give you focused time to think through your business strategy & engage in high-level business development roundtables that can calm the chaos and help you make critical decisions about moving forward.”
2020 Visioning Workshop: Prepare for Success Date: 20 Nov 2019
https://www.womenwithmoxie.com/events/moxie-2020-visioning-prepare-for-success
Sanaga-Yong held their annual fundraising event at the MAC Club in SW Portland on Saturday, September 28th, 2021 from 6-10pm PT. Their annual gala, “helps support the lifelong care we provide our rescued chimpanzees and helps us continue the fight to protect chimpanzees, gorillas and other endangered wildlife living in the forest. Our lifesaving chimpanzee rescue and conservation work is all thanks to you! Together we are making a difference!”
To start the evening, Sanaga-Yong had a silent auction that ended with a delicious vegan & vegetarian dinner & dessert. While guests enjoyed their meal Founder and Director Dr. Sheri Speede an shared an update on their chimps, the sanctuary and their conversation efforts of the last year. Following the presentation by Dr. Sheri Speede there was a live auction presented by the dynamic auctioneer Laura Michalek to top the night. It was an exciting event for a wonderful cause.
Event photography for RACC Grant receiver Sophie Lippert for her project Connections Concert Series: Power at The Old Church Hall in downtown Portland, Oregon.
This series POWER a community-oriented show that featured songs and stories from Marina Albero (Mediterranean jazz pianist), Stephanie Schneiderman (singer-songwriter), Amenta Abioto (psychedelic soul), and Sophie Lippert (piano and cello). Facebook Event Page
“EXPLORING CONNECTION THROUGH MUSIC. Western culture has relegated live music to formal concert halls and late-nights in frenetic, crowded venues. In settings like these, it’s easy to disregard the profound impact that can be had when music is used as conduit of connection and presence.
We are changing that paradigm.
Connections Concerts put community and care into the forefront of the live music experience.
Based on values of deep listening, respect, vulnerability, and inspiration, our concerts are designed to welcome audience members to an intentionally-curated space for music and conversation.
Connections Concerts are an answer to a plea for togetherness and unity. An opportunity for presence and pleasure, and an invitation for a societal shift toward love, respect, and inclusivity.” —Website
Event photography of the 9th annual Wayne Morse Gala for the Democratic Party of Oregon held in downtown Portland. Oregon.
“The Democratic Party of Oregon promotes the election of Democratic candidates at every level across the state of Oregon with technical and volunteer support. We provide opportunities for all Oregon Democrats to participate fully in our political process. The Democratic Party of Oregon supports local county Parties to make sure that every community can work to get Democratic Candidates elected.” Website
