Even if we lose, we win

Miami Heat forward Chris Bosh returns to Dallas as a star to challenge the Mavericks for the NBA title. No matter which team wins the championship, Dallas wins.


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The future location of Chris Bosh and his basketball career is in the air as the longer-than-the-family-sofa NBA draft prospect poses for a portrait at his home in Lancaster on Sunday, June 22, 2003.


NBA draft prospect Chris Bosh (center) shares a laugh with his parents Noel (left) and Freida (right) at the family's home in Lancaster. Bosh is a former Lincoln High School basketball star. He is entering the NBA draft after his freshman season at Georgia Tech.


NBA draft prospect Chris Bosh poses with his 17-year-old brother Joel (left) during a portrait session at the family's home in Lancaster.




NBA draft prospect Chris Bosh (right) laughs as his 17-year-old brother Joel (left) hides following his own joke at the family's home in Lancaster.

Mavericks vs. Phoenix basketball

Dallas' Dirk Nowitzki (41) looks to make a move around Phoenix's Grant Hill (33) during an NBA basketball game at American Airlines Center in Dallas on April 10, 2011.



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Dallas battles Phoenix during an NBA basketball game at American Airlines Center in Dallas.

Named in this slideshow are:   Dirk Nowitzki, Steve Nash, Grant Hill, Jared Dudley, Rodrigue Beaubois, Tyson Chandler, Peja Stojakovic, Vince Carter, Josh Childress, Rick Carlisle, Corey Brewer, Jose Juan Barea, Aaron Brooks, Hakim Warrick, Robin Lopez, Jason Terry, Brendan Haywood, Shawn Marion and Garret Siler.

Mavericks vs. Raptors basketball

Mavericks' DeShawn Stevenson (92) looks for an opening in Toronto's defense during an NBA basketball game at American Airlines Center in Dallas.



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The Dallas Mavericks battle Toronto during an NBA basketball game at American Airlines Center in Dallas on Dec. 28, 2010.

Named in this slideshow are:   Dirk Nowitzki, DeShawn Stevenson, Shawn Marion, Amir Johnson, Jason Kidd, Jerryd Bayless, Caron Butler, Jason Terry, Ed Davis, DeMar DeRozan, Jose Juan Barea and Julian Wright.

Healthy gifts

Brian Brown of Dallas poses for a portrait at Premier Park in Balch Springs on Nov. 21, 2010.



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Brian Brown of Dallas plays during a league soccer game at Premier Park in Balch Springs. Sporting equipment makes excellent gifts for athletes of all ages.




Brian Brown of Dallas, left, kicks a ball during a league soccer game at Premier Park. From shin guards and cleats to helmets, a variety of specialized equipment is required for each sport.




Brian Brown of Dallas defends during a league soccer game at Premier Park in Balch Springs.

Celina vs. Lovejoy 3A Div. 1 Playoff

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Lovejoy junior Zander Hamilton (5) powers into Celina's defense during a Class 3A Division I second-round playoff football game at C.H. Collins Complex in Denton on Nov. 19, 2010.


Celina senior quarterback Jacob Stephenson (2) passes over the head of Lovejoy senior Ticer Havens (8) during a playoff game at C.H. Collins Complex.




Lovejoy senior Blake Westback (41) deflects a pass intended for Celina senior Daniel Mendoza (21) during a football game in Denton.


Celina senior Daniel Mendoza (21) rushes as Lovejoy senior Ticer Havens (8) gives chase during a game at C.H. Collins Complex.


Lovejoy senior quarterback Ryan Lusby (11) passes as Celina senior Dallas Russell (40) approaches during a playoff football game in Denton.


Celina senior Anthony Garcia (3) rushes into Lovejoy sophomore Austin Turnbow (28) as junior Nate O'Connor (56) assists during a Class 3A Division I second-round playoff football game at C.H. Collins Complex in Denton.

South Garland vs. Lake Highlands football playoff

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South Garland's Cory Sherman (5) get a big hit from Lake Highlands' Clinton Hardemon (52) as Zach Knickman (44) and Randal Howard (49) assist during a Class 5A playoff football game at Ford Stadium at SMU in University Park on Nov. 13, 2010.


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South Garland battles Lake Highlands during a Class 5A playoff football game at Ford Stadium at SMU in University Park.

Named in this slideshow are: &nbsp Reece Loyd, Stephan Turner, Anthony Harris, Trever Abbott, Eric White, Dequincy Anderson, Desmond Roland, Jordan Davis, John Lacour, Jalen Broussard, Michael Wright, Brice Brooks, Devonte Sunwengham, Rashad Austin, Cory Sherman, Clinton Hardemon, Zach Knickman and Randal Howard.

Rowlett vs. Jesuit playoff football

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Rowlett senior Logan Brown (16) scores a touchdown against Jesuit during a playoff football game at Ford Stadium on Nov. 13, 2010 at SMU in University Park.


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Rowlett battles against Jesuit during a playoff football game at Ford Stadium at SMU in University Park.

Named in this slideshow are: &nbsp Mike Savage, Victor Berry, Tyler Chase, Cory Perrymon, Treyvon Green, Gray Blankenship, Logan Brown, Jake Oliver, Samuel Oyenuga, Harry Corbin, X-Zavier Vitosh, David Kaplan, Victor Berry, Jared Bell, Christian Franz and Blake Glenn.

Scarborough Fair 2011

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Miguel of Don Juan & Miguel entertains guests during the Scarborough Renaissance Festival in Waxahachie, Texas on Sunday, May 1, 2011. The annual event features artisans and performers from around the world. Guests enjoy the day at Scarborough Fair renaissance festival in Waxahachie, Texas on on Sunday, May 1, 2011. The annual event features artisans and performers from around the world. The fair-themed park features horseback jousting, Royal Falconer shows, music, swordplay, comedy acts and more. Artisans create custom, handmade pottery, jewelry, leather goods, swords, glassware, clothing, oils and more. Food ranges from pirate-style fish and chips to Greek gyros, turkey legs, fresh honey-roasted nuts and other delicacies. There is always song and merriment around the frequent pubs.

Highland Park vs. Frisco Centennial football playoff

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Highland Park senior Jake Howeth (10) dives toward the Frisco Centennial goal line during a Class 4A Division II first-round playoff football game at Strandridge Stadium in Carrollton on Nov. 12, 2010.


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Frisco Centennial battles against Highland Park during a Class 4A Division II first-round playoff football game at Strandridge Stadium in Carrollton on Nov. 12, 2010.

Named in this slideshow are: &nbsp Kevin Smith, Preston Miller, Jamel Bullock, Guy Tom Kellogg, Reid Oden, Jacob Atchley, Brady Burgin, Colin Stringer, Dalton Stogner and Austin Conrad.

Flower Mound Marcus vs. Hebron football

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Flower Mound Marcus senior Leo Beale (44) tackles Hebron junior Joseph Farley (12) as senior Kurt Walker (7) observes during a high school football game at Hawk Stadium in Carrollton on Nov. 5, 2010.


Flower Mound Marcus junior quarterback Deion Sanders Jr. (2) runs the ball as Hebron junior Steven Lanz (24) pursues during a football game at Hawk Stadium.




Hebron senior quarterback Kyle Aubuchon (20) runs the ball for a touchdown against Flower Mound Marcus during a football game at Hawk Stadium in Carrollton.


Flower Mound Marcus junior quarterback Deion Sanders Jr. (2) prepares to hand off the ball during a high school football game against Hebron in Carrollton.


Hebron junior Kiante' Griffin (3) runs the ball against Flower Mound Marcus during a football game at Hawk Stadium.

Dallas vs. Salt Lake playoff game

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FC Dallas' Milton Rodriguez (7) leaps after the ball past Real Salt Lake's Kyle Beckerman (5) during a Major League Soccer playoff game at Pizza Hut Park in Frisco on Oct. 30, 2010.


Real Salt Lake goalkeeper Nick Rimando (18) protests as he holds the ball after a hard hit from FC Dallas' Milton Rodriguez (7) during a Major League Soccer playoff game at Pizza Hut Park.



Real Salt Lake's Chris Wingert (17) gets the header in front of FC Dallas' Dax McCarty (13) as Atiba Harris (16) observes during a Major League Soccer playoff game in Frisco.


A corner kick is deflected past FC Dallas' Ugo Ihemelu (3) as Real Salt Lake's Jamison Olave (4) and FC Dallas' Dax McCarty (13) push in during a Major League Soccer playoff game at Pizza Hut Park.


Jeff Cunningham (9) scores the first goal for FC Dallas in front of Real Salt Lake's Jamison Olave (4) and Robbie Russell (3) during a Major League Soccer playoff game at Pizza Hut Park.


FC Dallas' Eric Avila (12) celebrates his go-ahead goal with fans during a Major League Soccer playoff game against Real Salt Lake at Pizza Hut Park on Oct. 30, 2010 in Frisco. FC Dallas won the game 2-1 and advanced.

McKinney Boyd vs. Rowlett football

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McKinney Boyd senior quarterback Jonovan Griffin (3) passes against Rowlett during a high school football game at Ron Poe Stadium in McKinney on Oct. 29, 2010.


Rowlett senior Treyvon Green (22) rushes for a touchdown as McKinney Boyd seniors Josh Scroggins (2) and Michael Streight (12) move to defend during a football game at Ron Poe Stadium.




McKinney Boyd senior Jarvis Boyd (9) is surrounded by a flock of Rowlett defenders on a kickoff return during in McKinney.




Rowlett junior Corey Chappell (26) rushes against McKinney Boyd during a high school football game at Ron Poe Stadium.




McKinney Boyd senior quarterback Jonovan Griffin (3) escapes the grasp of Rowlett senior Daryl Mason (18) and runs for a touchdown during a high school football game at Ron Poe Stadium in McKinney.

University of Dallas 2010 Ministry Conference

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Conference attendees walk through the liturgical art display in the lobby during the University of Dallas 2010 Ministry Conference at the Dallas Convention Center in Dallas on Saturday, Oct. 23, 2010


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Conference attendees participate during the University of Dallas 2010 Ministry Conference at the Dallas Convention Center in Dallas.

Named in this slideshow are: &nbsp Sr. Lynette (Daughters of Sacred Heart at Our Lady of Perpetual Help), Mariachi Real Tecalitlan, Cecilia Collantes (Angelluz Religious Jewelry), Julie Richey, Bishop Mark J. Seitz, Bishop Kevin J. Farrell, Rev. Jonathan Morris, ValLimar Jansen, Dr. Jerry Galipeau, Carl Napoli, Augie Leal, Jerry Rodriguez, Curtis Stephan, Fr. Dan Nguyen, Pedro Moreno, Rocco Palmo, Brigitte Gynther and Fr. Ignacio Larran.

DeSoto vs. Mesquite Horn football

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DeSoto junior Devin Rushing (5) is tackled by Mesquite Horn senior Fred Livingston (2) and junior Keonte Grant (23) during a high school football game at E.H. Hanby Stadium in Mesquite on Oct. 22, 2010.


Mesquite Horn senior quarterback Collin Strahan (8) looks to pass during a high school football game against DeSoto in Mesquite.


DeSoto senior quarterback Ryan Polite (7) runs the ball against Mesquite Horn during a high school football game at E.H. Hanby Stadium.




DeSoto senior Austin Vincent (12) catches a touchdown pass from senior quarterback Ryan Polite (7) during a high school football game against Mesquite Horn in Mesquite.




Mesquite Horn senior Jakeem Grant (3) turns a reception into a touchdown as DeSoto freshman Nick Orr (31) gives chase during a high school football game at E.H. Hanby Stadium in Mesquite.

Allen vs. Flower Mound Marcus volleyball

Marcus' Lauren Douglass (5) hits the ball past Allen's Tyler Southern (22) during a volleyball game at Marcus High School in Flower Mound on Oct. 19, 2010.


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Flower Mound Marcus' Kelsey Pry (3) returns a ball during a volleyball game against Allen at Marcus High School.


Allen Tori Bates (24) returns a hit as Emma Dridge (3) watches during a volleyball game in Flower Mound.



Flower Mound Marcus' Regan McGuire (13) and Katie Neisler (1) block the hit of Allen's Ashley Hooper (10) during a volleyball game at Marcus High School.


Flower Mound Marcus' Regan McGuire (13) and Katie Neisler (1) block the hit of Allen's Ashley Hooper (10) during a volleyball game in Flower Mound.


Flower Mound Marcus' Regan McGuire (13) fires the ball past Allen's Taylor Gross (14) during a volleyball game at Marcus High School.



Allen's Emma Dridge (3) digs for a ball during a volleyball game at Marcus High School in Flower Mound.

Good Morning NOLA!

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An oil tanker and ferry cross paths on the Mississippi River as the sun rises over New Orleans on Monday, March 21, 2011.

Going to NOLA

Sorry about the lack of posts lately, but I've been working, working, working. I have plenty of shoots to post, but no time to organize and post them.

Some recent shoots are actually on the buy site if anyone wants a sneak peek or to purchase a print.

My goal is to start catching up on posts when I return from vacation next week. I may even post a few months worth in a single day. We'll see.