Gail Bowman Photography

Helping children in Casa de Amparo

2011-11-19T21:03:00.000-08:00

This holiday season I finally made a decision to do something that I've always wanted to do; HELP children in need. I had heard about this place called Casa de Amparo 3 years ago thru our church ( New Song ) and always wanted to donate or volunteer my time, but unfortunately life got so busy. This time, I made a promise, especially after speaking to the director of Casa de Amparo and got more information about their mission. It touched my heart and I knew I could help a little bit with the help of my friends. I ask Oceanside Team Quest to help me out, and with help of Pamela and Bryan Harper, the owners ( AMAZING PEOPLE ) of Team Quest, things finally came to life. We have drop box at the front door of the Team Quest Oceanside Facility at:

318 Horne St, Oceanside, CA 92054 you can contact me at 619-227-7522

Donations needed: new toys, new clothes, and school supplies. For clothes: sizes 18 months to 6 years for both boys and girls. PLEASE ,No used or open items!

DROP OFF DEADLINE - DEC 15, 2011

Thank you all so much!

ABOUT Casa de Amparo

Child Abuse and Neglect is a serious problem—nationally, statewide and in our own community. In fact, San Diego’s child abuse incident rate is higher than the state average.
San Diego County’s Child Abuse Hotline receives about 75,000 calls annually regarding suspected abuse. Researchers estimate that for every reported incident, 4 others go unreported. Child Abuse cuts across all socio-economic groups, races and religions.
The good news is that the state, the county and concerned and caring people of San Diego are actively addressing the challenge of child abuse. In over 30 years of commitment to this important cause, we at Casa de Amparo have seen over and over that with our help, abused and at-risk children can stop the cycle of abuse. They can heal, grow and create bright futures that will ultimately affect their own families and the future of our communities.
OUR MISSION
To support those affected by and at risk of child abuse and neglect, through a range of programs and services that promote healing, growth and healthy relationships.

To get more information about Case de Amparo
http://www.casadeamparo.org/

To se one of my Latest Photo Shoot

2011-11-19T10:21:00.000-08:00

To see one of my latest photo shoot, Pls Check No Rest For Bridget

with Newest Model Tatiana Vitrano
Makeup: Melina Ruiz

http://shop.norestforbridget.com/

Dear Photography, Should I stay or should I go???

2011-11-17T12:44:00.000-08:00

I think, everyone has their ups and downs in this industry and sadly I had mine. I though of quitting and giving up what I love to do even though I know in my heart I cannot imagine not having my camera on my hands and I will go nuts if I don't get my ideas out in photography and won't be able to breath because camera is one of the oxygen tank next to me. Sadly I am very hurt with a lot of people in Fashion World, been taken advantage with a lot of people so freaking many times and just watching everyone hurting each other. SAD isn't it? is this what I wanted?? and my answer is "NO" But do I love photography? and my answer is "HECK YES" so then I can fight all this B.S and I will learn how to ignore the negative and channel myself into the positive side of it. Today I decided to stay as a stronger person, focus and better... I can do this... I believe that if you love what you do, you can face anything with the guidance of the BIG GUY!

Stay tuned for my very first photograph in Jan 1, 2008

" The Challenge of the Wave "

It's about me now...

2011-11-15T19:18:00.001-08:00

I guess I have never really introduced myself properly nor even talked about how I got my start in photography. New Year's Eve 2008, the very first time I picked up a camera and shot a landscape photo without one of my children in it... But before we even get started down that road, let me give you a little bit more about me.
I am just a simple stay at home mom with 3 children. I have a background in music and art that let me travel all over Asia. I was a singer with a band and went from Manila to Indonesia and Japan and more. My life settled down quite a bit when I met my husband. We were married in 1998.
Since having children, I was always searching for a way to scratch my artistic itch while still spending time with my kids at the same time. I started making handmade cards as a small get away for my artistic mind until it became a small business. I enjoyed it and I could make my own schedule to spend time with my husband and my children. But knowing myself I started searching for more. I wanted to evolve the business into something more. I knew myself and I knew something was missing.
Then, in late 2007, I realized that photos could be used to complement the cards. I was too afraid to even touch a camera at that time unless it was for a family photo or special event in my family. People were always saying that I had and an eye for art but it never occurred to me that I had an eye for photography. There were no photographers in my family so I had a lot to learn and experiment with. That's when New Years Eve 2008 came along and I shot my very first photo, a landscape shot ... I WAS HOOKED!

Stay tuned for pix from that first shoot and the ups and downs I've experienced along the way...

Yellow Color Photo Contest Winner! | ViewBug Blog

2011-11-14T23:43:00.000-08:00

Thank You ViewBug!

Honorable Mention
November 14, 2011

" The Lips "

Model: Pilar Alexandria

Makeup Artist: Janet Pippins

Yellow Color Photo Contest Winner! | ViewBug Blog

Ms Alyena Jaye

2011-11-14T23:12:00.000-08:00

Model Alyena Jaye, a talented 12 yrs old girl and a very beautiful young lady.

Makeup: Melina Ruiz
Stylist: Gabrielle Lewis
Asst Stylist: Ella Collado

Nathalie Gironas for Chelsea B. Swimwear 2012

2011-11-14T12:03:00.000-08:00

Just created a Slide Show for

DESIGNER

Chelsea B. Swimwear 2012

Model: Nathalie Gironas

Makeup: Melina Ruiz

Hair: Char Sanchez

Stylist: Ella Collado

Miss Nathalie Gironas @ NoTies Management

2011-11-14T10:23:00.000-08:00

" Solitude "

15 minutes of photo shoot with natural lighting and natural beauty without makeup is the perfection. Again emotion and subject was main focus on this photo shoot...

Model: Nathalie Gironas

Miss Pilar Alexandria @ Brand Model Agency

2011-11-14T10:12:00.000-08:00

" Troubled "

This Photo shoot took us less than 30 minutes, sometimes the unexpected photo shoot is a result of something amazing. No Makeup Artist, No Hair Stylist and No Stylist involved in this ones, just Pilar and I in my Studio Garage.

Model: Pilar Alexandria

Miss Tatiana Vitrano @ OMG Model Management

2011-11-14T09:38:00.001-08:00

" Searching for... "

Yes, I do like putting titles on my photos to make the photos come to life, for the audience to feel where I am coming from. Photo shoot is all about the whole package, Emotion, Lighting, Subject but most of all you have to be inspired and willing to take chances...

Model: Tatiana Vitrano

Makeup: Lee Balkin

Cover Magazine Photo Shoot for Fashion 5.0 Sept 2011

2011-11-13T22:35:00.001-08:00

" La Dolce Vita "

Model: Cailin Russo

and THANK YOU to:

Asst: Photographer: Rodney Allan

Videographer: Kevin Calumpit

Asst. Videographer: Frank Silas

Magazine Cover Photo Shoot for Fashion 5.0 August 2011

2011-11-13T22:31:00.001-08:00

" Back To School "

Model: Kiersten Brada @ FORD and NoTies Management

Cover of Magazine Photo shoot for Fashion 5.0 July 2011 and Behind the scene video

2011-07-11T21:45:00.000-07:00

" Romance in The City "

with

Bachelorette: Tenley Molzahn

Bachelor: Kiptyn Locke

Photography by: Gail Bowman

www.gailbowmanphotography.com

COVER PHOTO SHOOT FOR FASHION 5.0 MAGAZINE MAY / JUNE 2011 PHOTO SHOOT

2011-05-08T23:51:00.000-07:00

"Here Comes the Sun "

Did I say America's Next Top Model Cycle 16 DALYA MORROW???

2011-05-01T11:40:00.000-07:00

Had an amazing photoshoot with Ms. Dalya Morrow, she is very professional and fun to be with and I feel so blessed to work with awesome people like her....

Cover Photo shoot with Fashion 5.0

2011-05-01T11:34:00.000-07:00

Had an amazing Thursday photo shoot with my NEWEST TEAM Fashion 5.0 local San Diego!!!!

YES it's official that I am working with the coolest TEAM!!!

Wedding Editorial

2011-05-01T11:27:00.000-07:00

" WEDDING EDITORIAL "

Thank you sooooooo much TEAM

Model: Alexandra Abercrombie

Mua: Melina Ruiz

Hair: Molly Shiver

Stylist: Gabrielle Lewis

DESIGNERS :

Ema Savahl Collectio

Jennifer Salzman

Sue Wong

Rafael Bruno

Dolly Couture

Uneekboteek

WHITE BALLERINA SLIDE SHOW

2011-01-25T00:15:00.000-08:00

Model: Naduah Rugely

Nicole Noonan

Makeup: Flora Wade

Hair: Char Sanchez

Designer: Chelsea Brown

Location: EVOLUTION DANCE STUDIO

PHOTOGRAPHY:
Gail Bowman

Cailin Russo @ No Ties Management

2011-01-24T23:57:00.000-08:00

" Simple Nature "

Model: Cailin Russo

Hair: Char Sanchez

Makeup: Janet Pippins

Amazing Photoshoot with 11 yrs old Alyena @ LA Model for FCM Feb 2011

2011-01-24T23:48:00.000-08:00

Model: Alyena Jaye

Hair and Makeup: Janet Pipins

Clothing: Uneekboteek

Behind the Scene Photoshoot with EMMY WINNER Videographer 2010 Von Ware

2010-12-09T00:14:00.000-08:00

Model: Britt Shelstad

Makeup: Alana Del Rosario

Hair: Atalie Rene

Makeup: Alana del Rosario

Amy Richardson

Hair Stylist: Char Sanchez

Designer: Basil

EMMY WINNER VIDEOGRAPHER 2010

" Von Ware "

San Diego CW 6 ....Interview with Naduah Rugely... ANTM cycle 14

2010-12-09T00:03:00.000-08:00

Hair: Gwendolyn Sneed

Makeup: KC Witkamp

" STRANDED" Chelsea B. swimwear Collection

2010-12-08T23:47:00.000-08:00

PUBLISHED for Fashion Chicago Magazine

you can purchase the magazine at

http://www.magcloud.com/browse/Issue/132831

http://www.chelseabswimwear.com/

L A INK ... New Hot Tattoo Artist " R U T H L E S S

2010-08-14T21:43:00.000-07:00

http://tlc.discovery.com/tv/la-ink/bios/ruth.html

Journal Stone April 28, 2010.... About me

2010-04-29T07:28:00.000-07:00

http://journalstone.com/photographers/los-angeles/modern-eye-images/

Project Ethos April 22, 2010

2010-04-29T07:06:00.000-07:00

FASHION SHOW with designer collections:

Individuality MEETS collaboration... the distinct quality of a Project Ethos Fashion Segment.

This night, Eight Fashion Lines come together playing their role in our fashion movie.

featuring GOGA by Gordana & Haus of Estrada of Project Runway fame

Red Carpet event for the movie " To Save a Life "

2010-01-28T11:07:00.000-08:00

http://www.youtube.com/user/ModernEyeImages#p/a/u/0/O37CCF6JOjg

Taken at Regal Cinema Oceanside, California
January 21, 2010