Awards for Staten Island Top Women in Business | Natalie Licini
I have to admit when Lori called to tell me that I had been nominated as one of the Top 40 Women in Business in Staten Island I was speechless.
And when I walked into the reception last night, I was completely overwhelmed sitting beside other awardees including the executive director of Staten Island University Hospital, NY State assembly member, the founder of Hospice Care, A Friendly Face, the Seton Foundation and many of Staten Island’s most respected businesses including the owners of Nicotra’s Ballroom, Party Party Party, Safari Realty, AF Bennett Salon, & Casandra Properties & many more.
In 2010 I was introduced to someone who became very near and dear to my heart. Camille Loccisano.
Camille lost her son Frankie at the young age of 17. Camille’s foundation Frankie’s Mission in memory of Frankie helps families whose children are suffering from pediatric cancer. All the proceeds raised go directly to the children and their families. In 2011 they helped 40 individual families.
I want to share Frankie’s story with you in hope that you support their foundation and the upcoming fundraisers. PLEASE help support Frankie’s Mission today by donating online: http://www.frankiesmission.org/support-us/make-a-donation-online/
About Frankie:
This September of 2014 marked seven years that Frankie Loccisano lost his life to cancer.
Frankie was born and raised in Brooklyn, New York, the oldest of three brothers. A leader from an early age, he enjoyed popularity among his many friends and he loved to play sports. A very bright student, he attended Xaverian High School where he studied in their prestigious IB Honors Program with a goal toward attending Princeton University.
A lover of the political arena and a talented creative writer, Frankie was an avid novel reader and he enjoyed the fine works of great authors. The NY Yankees and NY Giants were his teams. He loved Robert Deniro films, online role-play and Friday night card games with his buddies. He enjoyed a good and fair political debate, and he was an extremely articulate speaker. Studying law and practicing as a public prosecutor was a very serious goal for him. He also had thoughts of entering into a political career in his later years. He was a tremendous advocate of civil rights and human dignity. His political views were moderate and his oft repeated words were “Depends on the issue!”
At the age of 14, Frankie was diagnosed with bone cancer and then leukemia, he endured extremely invasive treatments, countless surgeries, and constant procedures during a span of 27 months. Through it all, Frankie demonstrated an unmatched courage and an indomitable and prayerful spirit. As an older pediatric patient, he greatly understood the enormity of what it meant to be so young and fighting for life instead of enjoying life. It is in this spirit and in Frankie’s memory that his foundation carries out its important mission. So important was this mission to Frankie, that they were among the last words he communicated to his family and friends.
Now, in his name and memory, we will raise funds and awareness to help families and children who are fighting the same illness. Join us and help to make a real and true difference!
Receiving this Awards for Staten Island Top Women in Business is truly an honor!
With gratitude,
Natalie
Je Revele Fine Art Photography Studio & Gallery
433 River Road | Highland Park, NJ 08904 | Studio: 732-964-3773
Website: www.jerevele.com | Blog: www.blog.jerevele.com
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International Award Winning Photographer
Natalie Licini of JE REVELE WINS INTERNATIONAL AWARD COMPETITION AT WPPI
Earlier this week, WPPI announced the results of their 1st Half International Online Image Competition. Thousands of entries from around the globe were submitted, including those of Je Revele’s Natalie Licini.
Every image scoring an 80 or above receives an Accolade of Excellence point, a prestigious international acclamation in this industry-leading organization.
For her fourth straight year, Natalie Licini merited the prestigious WPPI International Accolades of Excellence for six portraits. These awards recognize photographers on a global scale, creating one of the most ambitious and formidable competitions in the photography world today. The team at Je Revele is more than proud of Natalie’s numerous accomplishments!
She is especially honored to have had her portrait “Freedom” chosen among the winners, as it celebrates the ever-expanding acceptance of marriage equality across the United States. Kudos to you, Natalie Licini!
“Freedom”
Late Spring the artists at Je Revele desired to create a new experience for men to take center stage and become the object of everyone’s admiration. We announced the Je Revele Adonis Experience: a fabulously masculine session which includes wardrobe selection, grooming and a complete stylish and sophisticated photo shoot, set against the backdrop of a historic, stonewall castle. We are so excited to offer a truly customized photographic opportunity in one of the few studios that offer fine art men’s portraits in New York City and the Metropolitan area. For more details, check out our blog: http://blog.jerevele.com/2013/07/23/mens-portraits-in-new-york-city-je-revele-studio/
Including modern and classic black and white photography, we offer both in-studio and on-location options for men’s photography.
The artist’s at Je Revele launched their careers following their passion for family photography and this image merited. Such a beautiful family with six amazing children.
We have an eternal love for newborns. Just five days old and this little miracle is already approaching her first birthday. Where did the year go?
It’s so interesting but here in the NYC and NJ area, senior photography is not nearly as popular as it is in the rest of the States…on the West Coast or midwest especially. This is such a classic portrait, truly timeless.
We are truly grateful to have been honored with such accolades. We continue to thank our fabulous clients who through their support, admiration and patronage, push us to new heights to develop stronger, more artistic and award-winning work. Thank you, as always, for sharing in this journey with us.
~The Je Revele Family
Je Revele Fine Art Photography Studio & Gallery specializing in men’s portraits in NYC
433 River Road | Highland Park, NJ 08904 | Studio: 732-964-3773 | Mobile: 917-886-5666
Website: www.jerevele.com | Blog: www.blog.jerevele.com
LIKE us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JeRevelebyNatalieLicini
International Award Winning Photographer
2013 NEW JERSEY PHOTOGRAPHER NATALIE LICINI WINS INTERNATIONAL AWARDS AT WPPI
4 INTERNATIONAL AWARDS
Over the last few years, I’ve attended WPPI (Wedding and Portrait Photographers International) one of the biggest photographer conferences held in Las Vegas. Every year thousands of photographers from around the world travel to WPPI’s annual convention to watch the Prestigious Awards of Excellence print competition judging and Awards Ceremony. The annual print competitions is considered the Oscars of the photography industry.
With our little one on the way, in just a few short weeks, I was home, but thankful to have many friends updating me about the competition. I am so grateful to have won four prestigious international awards and have my work considered as some of the best photography in the world for 2013. There are so many amazing photographers out there, the competition pushes me further each year. Below are my WPPI 2013 winning category award and Accolade of Excellence awards for the 16×20 Awards of Excellence print competition.
I would like to congratulate and thank all my amazing clients who were in the winning images.
ACCOLADE OF EXCELLENCE AWARD IMAGES
This would not be possible without my amazing clients… so thank you from the bottom of my heart. Till next year!
Much love,
Natalie
Je Revele by Natalie Licini a New Jersey Baby Photographer
Je Revele Fine Art Photography Studio & Gallery
433 River Road | Highland Park, NJ 08904 | Studio: 732-964-3773 | Mobile: 917-886-5666
Website: www.jerevele.com | Blog: www.blog.jerevele.com
LIKE us on Facebook & receive $25 Credit: https://www.facebook.com/JeRevelebyNatalieLicini
International Award Winning Photographer
2012 PPA Photographer of the year
In 2011 I was photographed by Chuck Arlund as a gift for my husband that Valentine’s Day. It was such an exciting, yet nerve wrecking experience to have intimate photos taken of myself. But boy was it liberating and unforgettable. I cherish those photos and so does my husband hehe
Everyone’s experience is different, it all depends on the style session we plan. Some of our fabulous clients plan a boudoir photo shoot or a glamour and beauty session. In the last month, we’re planning couture sessions EVERY single week.
What’s your personal style? Do you want to plan something totally unique?
How you see yourself?
Beauty is only skin deep. I think what’s really important is finding a balance of mind, body and spirit. Jennifer Lopez
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And when was the last time you did something for YOU?
When our clients call, they often tell me they’ve never done anything like this for themselves! ~Natalie Licini
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If you’re considering an intimate portrait session or boudoir photography shoot in New Jersey, feel free to read these experiences from some of our fabulous clients….
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…curious about booking a session? Listen to our clients who shared their experiences below!
“Every artist dips his brush in his own soul, and paints his own nature into his pictures.” ~Henry Ward Beecher
Natalie is fantastic to work with – her photography knowledge combined with wonderful personality and the castle atmosphere make for the ultimate in images…. She will make you feel at ease, make you laugh and set the scene for images that are beyond comparison – breathtakingly beautiful that you will cherish as family heirlooms and the memories that are associated with them…I would recommend them, without hesitation…. ~Dawn
” The most beautiful thing we can experience is the mysterious. It is the source of all true art and science.” ~Albert Einstein
I had seen a few photos from Je Revele online and thought they were amazing. As I flipped through the gallery I loved every shot and couldnt believe how beautiful everyone looked..at ease and peaceful. I never envisioned something like that for myself. Im high strung and tomboy’ish. One day I found an online special for the studio and decided to give it a try. Im too shy (for now!) for the sexy boudoir shots so I brought a few things to wear and ventured up the hill to the castle. I was in awe walking in and felt like I was going back in time. When you walk in the studio you are surrounded by warmth and laughter. Michelle did my make up (miracle worker!!). She put me at ease right away. I discovered that being surrounded by beautiful women and a beautiful location made me feel beautiful as well. Time flew by…..I was sad to see the shoot end but left feeling really great about the day and the new friends I made. When I came back for the viewing I was stunned at the amount of photos we had to go through and even though it was almost impossible to narrow my choices down to a small number (20!!) They made the process easy and comfortable. I’m pretty sure I could have stayed all night drinking champagne! I had no idea who this woman in the photos was….it wasn’t the me I see everyday when I look in the mirror. I was one of those subjects in the gallery…beautiful and at peace. I have shared some of the photos with my family and friends and the response has been amazing. (I feel like a rock star!!) I had the pictures taken for my Fiance and his response was priceless. I will be back for more!!! Je Revele is an experience everyone should have at least once in their lifetime!! ~ Jamie Hart
Needless to say she has been dying to come back again and again! I can’t wait to photograph her twins this Summer!
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New Jersey Boudoir Photography Reviews
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We help you style and plan your session and of course we work with amazing makeup artists and hair stylists Michelle Ernest & team. You will look and feel FABULOUS during your session!
Through our distinct style of couture, boudoir, and fine art nude photography, we create a transformative, personal experience that help YOU explore your own soul, reveal your feminine essence, and experience art-in-the-making.
We create your treasured masterpieces to be enjoyed, shared and most of all –appreciated– for life. To see more of our gorgeous New Jersey boudoir photos check out our website.
Whether you are considering an intimate portrait for yourself or a loved one, a session experience with Natalie Licini and her fabulous team is life changing.
Je Revele Fine Art Photography Studio & Gallery
433 River Road | Highland Park, NJ 08904 | Studio: 732-964-3773 | Mobile: 917-886-5666
Website: www.jerevele.com | Blog: www.blog.jerevele.com
LIKE us on Facebook & receive $25 Credit: https://www.facebook.com/JeRevelebyNatalieLicini
International Award Winning Photographer
PPA Photographer of the year 2012
When do you feel beautiful? We should feel beautiful every day. As women, some of us mothers… when we receive a compliment, we doubt the compliment.
We do! But I ask “Why?”
We may feel the person complimenting us is lying or being insincere. We need to embrace our own unique beauty! How many times do you hear, “you look beautiful”, “you have a gorgeous smile”? We doubt the compliment or politely say thank you. I know I’m guilty of this myself. But it feels good to feel beautiful to embrace the compliment and embrace our beauty.
All women are beautiful… but what matters most is how you see yourself. So, I ask… “When do you feel beautiful?”
Every woman should believe she is beautiful!
“No matter how many times you tell a girl she is beautiful, she will never believe you if she doesn’t believe in herself.” Katherine Beaulieu
Do you need an excuse to feel beautiful? No!!! You should feel beautiful every day! One of our clients joked that this experience is an addiction… its something they want to do EVERY month. The exhilaration… the excitement, there’s a high they feel afterward. We rarely do things for ourselves… you know it, I know it. Life it too short to not feel beautiful and enjoy every minute. We’re grateful that our clients have had such incredible experiences and shared feedback with us. We want to share this feedback with you!
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If you’re considering an intimate portrait session or boudoir photography shoot in New Jersey, feel free to read these experiences from some of our fabulous clients….
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Boudoir Experience & Reviews
When I first decided to do this photography session, I was very apprehensive. I’ve never liked the way I look in pictures and couldn’t imagine that even a professional could change that. From the moment I spoke with them on the phone, I instantly felt at ease. They listened to everything I wanted to get out of this experience. The day of the shoot, Michelle did my hair and makeup and made me look fabulous. When I met Natalie, it was like I’ve known her all my life. After some champagne and a few “warm-up” photos, I began to relax, and with Natalie’s praise and encouragement, I began to feel more comfortable in my own skin. I went in today to see my proofs for the first time and I couldn’t believe the person I was looking at was actually me. It was difficult narrowing it down to my favorites because I loved so many. I can’t wait to go back and pick up the final products. These pictures are something that I’ll treasure forever. Thank you Natalie and Michelle for making me feel so special and beautiful. ~Lady M
After years being the person taking all of my family’s photos I decided it was finally time to be in one and so I started looking for a photographer. What I found were artists.The Women at Je Revele made me feel like a celebrity from the moment I walked in to the Castle and the pampering never stopped. Michelle did a beautiful job with hair and makeup and was there for touch ups and changes as the shoot progressed. Natalie was incredibly helpful in posing and had the patience to get the perfect shot. She made me feel like a professional model, her energy was incredibly contagious I didn’t want the shoot to end. When it was time to pick photos I was presented with so many beautiful images and had a very hard time narrowing down my choices. The photo box was a special treat that I had never seen before and is such a beautiful way to display photos. I am beyond thrilled with my larger art prints as well. There was incredible attention to every detail and they truly delight in their clients happiness. Working with Natalie was like being with that long- lost friend you have wanted to re-connect with and I cannot wait to go back to the castle for my family’s shoot this spring. Kathleen
Natalie and Michelle of Je Revele are an amazing team!! I was a little nervous before my session, but they both made me feel so comfortable. I did my consultation a month before my session, and my photos were taken by Natalie on that day. I was so incredibly happy with how my photos and album came out. I had looked into other photographers before discovering Je Revele, but the minute I saw their website, portfolio, and their studio located in a beautiful 1920’s manor, I knew I had to use them. I had so much fun during my session and I would absolutely do it all over again. Not only are they talented, but each client is special to them. I am so happy to have met Natalie and Michelle and I recommend them to everyone I know. I will use them again in the future. ~Meredith
A day with girlfriends in a castle setting with lunch, champagne, and a hair and makeup stylist…sound good so far? That’s only the beginning! Natalie made four “middle aged moms” feel like super models! After lots of poses, stories, and laughs with friends, we sat at a beautifully set table and shared a delicious catered dinner. The stories and fun times continued and the bonus of AMAZING photographs will last forever. I don’t think I’ll be able to wait for Valentine’s Day to give them to my husband! Mary
I love Je Revele Fine Art Photography. From the start, Natalie was an amazing person to work with. She called back within a day of receiving my voicemail, set up a phone interview to see what type of shoot we would go for, worked with my schedule to set up a date/time for the photo shoot- and did a phenomenal job. She listened to what I was looking for, asked insightful questions, and when I arrived at the shoot, she had it all set up perfectly for me! As this was my first photo shoot- and a risque one at that- I was a little nervous, but once I arrived and chatted with Natalie and went over what we’d be doing, had some hors d’oeurves, sipped on some champagne while getting beautified by make-up artist Michelle, it all fell into place and the photos came out amazing. The castle itself is stunning and perfect for any type of photography! Natalie and her team are amazing at what they do- while still being great people inside and out!! I highly recommend Je Revele to anyone looking for any type of photographer- whether it be for weddings, newborns, family, engagements, and fine art. This is truly an amazing company to work with. Kelly
Beauty is only skin deep. I think what’s really important is finding a balance of mind, body and spirit.
Jennifer Lopez
Je Revele is an amazing company that offers the very best experience to match their work. Natalie and team take the time to get to know their subjects, as well as their expectations and goals, before they step foot in their studio. Natalie photographed me for a boudoir session. I was extremely nervous and hesitant to step out of my shell and have such pictures taken, however I was made to feel at complete ease and as beautiful as ever. My final products surpassed my highest expectations. Laura
After, many years of sadness, ten to be exact, due to a terrible tragedy in my life, the loss of my youngest son at age 22. I decided it was time for me to be “ME” again! It was time to shine and start thinking about “living” life (just as he always thought) and not “surviving” life any more… so my decision was to start doing all those things which at one point were in my “wish” list and have left forgotten! One of the many items on my list: a photo shoot session … a “Boudoir” session as a gift to my husband and also hoping it would also help him make that step forward out of the “darkness”. My first encounter with Je Revele, was via a phone call where I expressed my wish and also gave her a background on my situation, it felt great she listened and we scheduled the photo shoot! I was getting closer to my wish.. The photo shoot, at the beginning I was a bit nervous, embarrassed and shaking .. but then Michele (make up artist) wonderfully and with the magic of her talent and brushes transformed me into an old Hollywood movie star! Then, sparkling wine and “The toast”, Michelle and I we toasted to him… he was my “ROCK” ! The photo shoot started and I could have been made to feel any more comfortable during the session! Her warm smile, her patience, her charisma and most of all her smile throughout the hours of shooting, made me feel FREE, as if I was on a “Magical Journey”and all my sadness and worries disappeared if not forever at least for a day! Her professionalism and talent showed not only throughout the photo shoot but of course once I saw the final product! At the time of picking up the photos I had a chance to meet the other half of this great and talented duo of photographers who represent Je Revele! I am very glad to have met them both, I am very glad I took a step towards a little bit of sunshine in my life and to have had such a fantastic experience for which I am deeply thankful! I highly recommend the Je Revele team not only for my personal experience, but for their talent , understanding and artistry! Tres bien! Monica Pataki
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New Jersey Boudoir Photography Reviews
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“I love seeing the transformation, and working with my clients to look and feel absolutely beautiful. Whether you are 22 or 62, this is such a liberating and unforgettable experience.” ~ Natalie Licini
We help you style and plan your session and of course we work with amazing makeup artists and hair stylists Michelle Ernest & team. You will look and feel FABULOUS during your session!
Through our distinct style of couture, boudoir, and fine art nude photography, we create a transformative, personal experience that help YOU explore your own soul, reveal your feminine essence, and experience art-in-the-making.
We create your treasured masterpieces to be enjoyed, shared and most of all –appreciated– for life. To see more of our gorgeous New Jersey boudoir photos check out our website.
Whether you are considering an intimate portrait for yourself or a loved one, a session experience with Natalie Licini and team is life changing.
Natalie Licini
Je Revele Fine Art Photography Studio & Gallery
433 River Road | Highland Park, NJ 08904 | Studio: 732-964-3773 | Mobile: 917-886-5666
Website: www.jerevele.com | Blog: www.blog.jerevele.com
LIKE us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JeRevelebyNatalieLicini
International Award Winning Photographer
PPA Photographer of the year 2012
