Ben Photographs Chilli For Sister 2 Sister Magazine.

01/20/10
Pick up a copy of the February 2010 issue of Sister 2 Sister Magazine on newsstands now! Inside Ben photographs Chili of TLC who recently teamed up with TeenDiariesOnline.com for Project Butterfly Atlanta at The Andrew & Walter Young Family YMCA. Chilli spoke to local girls ages 12-18 to help build their self-esteem and offered a workshop on healthy skin care and makeup application.

Click here to view photos from the event.

Ben To Photograph The Chris Tucker Foundation Holiday Xtravaganza

12/17/09
Ben will photograph The Chris Tucker Foundation Holiday Xtravaganza on Thursday, December 17, 2009 at the NFL Boys & Girls Club located at 535 Hill Street in Atlanta, Georgia. The Foundation joined forces with Xtra Entertainment Group to give away toys to 200 needy kids in the community. Performers for the Youth Xtravaganza event include Award-Winning Hip Hop Artist M.A.J.O.R.S., Comedian Troy Huff, Dancing Chris, Twin Saints, Lil D, Chris Welch and Atlanta's own Lil Jazzy. Thanks to the following sponsors: The Chris Tucker Foundation, Kym Kares Foundation, The Tasha Reid Show, notobella designs, llc, Photo Images by Ben, Atlanta Realty Group, The Children's Pride Foundation, Xtra Security, M.A.J.O.R.S., Troy Huff, The Signature Planner, LLC and Xtra Pair of Hands.

Ben Photographs Zim Zolciak For The Anniversary Cover of Xtra Magazine.

11/05/09
Pick up a copy of the November/December 2009 issue of Xtra magazine on newsstands now. It is the magazine’s 1-year Anniversary edition, which features Kim Zolciak of the hit Bravo Reality Show, "The Real Housewives of Atlanta." Celebrity Photographer, Ben Evans takes you behind the scenes of the shoot that took place inside a private penthouse, on the busy streets of downtown and on the rooftop of the ultra chic Glenn Hotel in Atlanta. Inside Kim talks about her life, love, business ventures and the show. Inside an exclusive interview with American Idol's Velvet Teddy Bear, Rueben Studdard and rising child star, Lil Jazzy.

Ben To Photograph Chilli of TLC For Teen Diaries Online Project Butterfly

10/24/09
Ben will photograph Chilli of TLC for Teen Diairies Online Project Butterfly. Project Butterfly is a community-based event designed to create an important dialogue about self-love and efficacy between teen girls (13-18) and professionals in the beauty, fashion and entertainment industries. The event will be fun-filled and interactive. Check back here for Exclusive Event Photos!

CLICK HERE FOR EVENT DETAILS

Ben To Photograph The 2nd Annual Georgia Delegation Pink Ladies Power Atlanta Holiday Bazaar.

10/22/09
Ben has been tapped to photograph the 2nd Annual Georgia Delegation Pink Ladies Power, (PLP) Atlanta Holiday Bazaar Fundraiser. This event will take place on Saturday, December 12, 2009 at the Atlanta Sheraton Hotel. Experience music, food, a fashion show, vendors and holiday fun. Guests will enjoy celebrity treatment in a festive social settings along with signature "Pink Ladies" cocktails, delicious confectionary fantasies, musical entertainment and more while networking with many of the key power players in the Atlanta community. Stay into the night for the VIP Party at a (private location revealed with advanced ticket purchase).

To learn more about this event and PLP, click here

Ben Photograph And Writes Feature Story On Pearl Fryar For Atlanta Social Season Magazine

Pick up a copy of the Fall 2009 Issue of Atlanta Social Season Magazine currently on newstands now! Inside read feature story by Contributing Photographer/Writer, Ben Evans on celebrated Topiary Architect and Landscaper Extraordinaire, Mr. Pearl Fryar. Fryar's Topiary Garden has been featured on HGTV, CBS In The Morning and in such magazines as Southern Living, Garden Diary, Fine Gardening, Garden Design, American Homestyle and Charlotte Living. His garden will soon be featured in a BBC special and has been designated a Preservation Project of the Garden Conservancy.

CLICK HERE TO VIEW IMAGES FROM FRYAR'S TOPIARY GARDEN

Photo Images By Ben Sponsor of The Medlock Bridge Elementary School Foundation

08/26/09
Photo Images By Ben is proud to be a sponsor and supporter for the second year in a row of The Medlock Bridge Elementary School Foundation’s Annual Sponsorship Drive. “We are a Community Partner and we give back to a number of worthy children and youth causes. We are proud to be apart of this organization for the second year in a row,” said Marsha Younger, Publicist. If you would like to make a Silent Auction or In-Kind donation, the deadline is Friday, September 25, 2009. The school will also host its Fall Carnival on October 2, 2009 at its Alpharetta location. To get involved and to become a sponsor, contact Keri Michealis, Foundation President at 678-473-1244 or by email at: keri_michaelis@yahoo.com

To learn more about the Foundation, click on the link here

Ben Featured In Sheen Magazine

08/26/09
Pick up a copy of the Fall Issue of Sheen Magazine on newstands now. Ben who is featured in this edition talks about his transition from the corporate world to starting is own business and his community involvement. On the cover is Former NFL Football Player, Isaac Keys of Minnesota Vikings, Green Bay Packers and Arizona Cardinals. To read Ben's full feature story in its entirety, download this pdf file and visit page 8.

CLICK HERE TO VIEW AND DOWNLOAD FULL PDF VERSION OF THE MAGAZINE

Ben Makes Cameo Appearance on "The Real Housewives of Atlanta"

08/20/09
Ben made a cameo appearance last week on the #1 rated hit Bravo Reality Show, "The Real Housewives of Atlanta" Season 2, Episode 3. To catch a rebroadcast of the show, watch tonight on Bravo at 9:00PM EST.

Click here to learn more about The Real Housewives of Atlanta.

Ben To Photograph The DeShawn Snow Foundation "Night of Thousand Stars" Gala 2009

08/13/09
Ben will photograph this year's DeShawn Snow Foundation "Night of Thousand Stars" Gala 2009. This Pink Carpet event will be held on Thursday, August 20, 2009 at the Ballroom at TWELVE Atlantic Station. VIP Dinner: 6pm-8pm, Gala: 8pm-10pm. A portion of the proceeds will benefit Girls Inc. of Greater Atlanta and Ivy Preparatory Academy.

To hear a personal message from DeShawn Snow and to get ticket information, click here

Ben Featured "Trendsetter On The Move" In Trendsetter To Trendsetter Magazine

08/05/09
Pick up a copy of the July/August Edition of Trendsetter To Trendsetter Magazine. Ben is the featured "Trendsetter On The Move" in this edtion. Trendsetter To Trendsetter Magazine is a national publication that brings positive people and images together in a networking environment to begin building strong business relationships and to unite all communities while encouraging personal growth, prosperity and a positive self-image for the young and young at heart. To read Ben's full feature story in its entirety, click on the link below and vist page 34.

CLICK HERE TO VIEW FULL ONLINE VERSION OF THE MAGAZINE

Ben Photographs The Children's Pride Foundation Tour of Tavis Smiley's "America I AM: The African American Imprint"

07/25/09
Ben photographed The Children's Pride Foundation tour of Tavis Smiley's "America I AM: The African American Imprint" at The Atlanta Civic Center. Celebrity Guest, Mr. Dwight Eubanks of "The Real Housewives of Atlanta" suprised the kids and graciously took photos, signed autographs and made a donation to the Foundation.

Click here to see photos from the event.

Click here to learn more about The Children's Pride Foundation.

Ben "The Official Photographer" of The 20th Anniversary "Real Men Cook"
Atlanta Celebration

06/21/09
Ben will be "The Official Photographer" of The 20th Anniversary "Real Men Cook" Atlanta Celebration on Father's Day, Sunday June 21, 2009. The Georgia Railroad Depot will be the site of this annual event. Bring the family and join him for a fun filled food tasting celebration of families, fathers and real men as some of Atlanta's Top Chefs put their culinary skills to the test. Enjoy entertainment by R&B Singer Case, Gospel Singers Wanda Trent Phillips & Canton Jones, Jazz by Musician Antonio Allen and hosted by Tom Jones of WSB-TV.

For tickets and more information, click here
www.realmencook.com/Atlanta.html

Ben Named As A Contributing Photographer For Atlanta Social Season Magazine

06/18/09
Ben has been named as a Contributing Photographer to Atlanta Social Season Magazine. The magazine is an Atlanta-based publication that provides colorful coverage of celebrities, prominent people, places, cultural and social happenings, chic shops, hot spots and has over two million readers per quarter. In the current Summer 2009 Issue on newsstand now, look for Ben’s photos from the Johns Creek Derby Day Party and his recent Red Carpet Birthday Party. Ben’s lovely wife Monique collaborated with him and interviewed a newlywed couple and wrote a Wedding Feature story to go with his photos for the magazine.

To read the Full Feature Wedding Story, click here

You can pick up a copy of this issue at Phipps Plaza, The Atlanta St.
Regis Hotel in Buckhead and other fine Atlanta locations.

Ben’s Red Carpet Birthday Party Featured In Atlanta Social Season Magazine.

06/17/09
Ben’s recent Red Carpet Birthday party is featured in the current issue of Atlanta Social Season Magazine. The event covered by Sheen and Xtra Magazines and taped live by “411” The Show was held at the beautiful Olympia Prime Restaurant located inside the Georgia Pacific Tower building downtown Atlanta. The party was attended by 75 of Ben's family members, close friends and clients. To see exclusive photos from the event, link below.

Click here to see photos from Ben's Party.

Johns Creek Derby Day Party Featured In Atlanta Social Season Magazine

06/17/09
The recent Johns Creek Derby Day Party Fundraiser Benefiting Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta is featured in the current issue of Atlanta Social Season Magazine. Ben who photographed this exclusive event helped The Friends of Johns Creek raise over $42,000.00 for Children's via donations and silent auction participation.

Ben Appointed To The Board of Kym Kares Foundation

06/08/09
Ben has been appointed to the Board of Kym Kares Foundation, an Atlanta based non-profit organization dedicated to providing financial, emotional, medical, residential support and mentoring services to low income families and single parents. His primary responsibility will be to guide and assist the foundation with its capital fundraising efforts.

Click here to learn more about Kym Cares.
http://www.kymcares.org/

3rd Annual Johns Creek Derby Day Party Fundraiser

05/02/09
Ben has been tapped to photograph the 3rd Annual Johns Creek Derby Day Party Fundraiser benefiting Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta. This exclusive event will take place on Saturday May 2, 2009, 4 p.m. - 8 p.m. at the prestigious Atlanta Athletic Club, site of the AT&T/Bellsouth Classics in Johns Creek, Georgia.

To purchase tickets, visit www.choa.org/

Ben To Photograph The 100 Black Men of Atlanta North Metro Youth Achievement Luncheon At The Georgia Aquarium.

04/18/09
Ben has been tapped to photograph The 100 Black Men of Atlanta North Metro, Inc. Annual Youth Achievement Luncheon on Saturday, April 18, 2009 at The Georgia Aquarium Oceans Ballroom. The 100 Black Men of North Metro, Inc. supports over 400 youth annually and are committed to motivating and enabling youth to achieve intellectual excellence, economic responsibility and self-sufficiency as positive contributors to society.

FOR MORE INFORMATION, CLICK HERE.

Ben's Photo Appears In An Episode of MTV's Teen Cribs

4/15/09
A photo taken by Ben of The Najjar Family appears in an episode of MTV's Teen Cribs. Jamen and Katelin Najjar the two youngest children of Real Estate Tycoon, Lee Najjar were recently featured on MTV's new show, "Teen Cribs" in a 30 minute 5 episodes program. They invited viewers inside their Atlanta home and gave them a taste of their fabulous lifestyle. Ben also serves as a Photographer to the family. To catch the program, check your local listings or click on the link below to view.

TO VIEW EPISODES, CLICK HERE

Ben Nominated for "The 2009 Atlanta Fashion and Style Honors Award" for Photography

04/07/09
Ben Evans of PIBB has been nominated for ”The First Annual 2009 Atlanta Fashion And Style Honors Award” for Photography. The ceremony will take place on Tuesday, April 7, 2009 at the luxurious Opera located in the heart of downtown Atlanta.

The evening affair will include a Red Carpet Champagne Nominees/VIP Reception, Awards segment recognizing Editors, Stylists, Retailers, Photographers, Make-up Artists, Designers, Educators, Style makers, Emerging talent, Behind the Scenes Influencers and other market makers with an interactive fashion presentation, celebrity guest appearances, live music performances, art exhibitions, multimedia and so much more.

For more information on the 2009 Fashion And Style Honors Award, click here.

Ben's Birthday Bash!

03/28/09
Popular TV Host/Personality/Blogger Tammie Reed of "Talking With Tami" covered the "Red Carpet Birthday Party" for Celebrity Event Photographer, Ben Evans of Photo Images By Ben. The event was held at the beautiful Olympia Prime Restaurant located inside the Georgia Pacific Tower building downtown Atlanta. The party was attended by 75 of Ben's family members, close friends, clients and was taped live by "411 The Show" and covered by Sheen and Xtra Magazines. Special thanks to sponsors, Red Bull, Perfect Water and Enchanted PR. Click here to see photos from Ben's Party.

03/27/09
Ben will photograph the "Sky High" Rooftop Spring Fashion Show at The Lofts in the historic district of 5300 Peachtree Road in Chamblee, Georgia. Make plans to attend Atlanta's largest rooftop Spring fashion shows featuring select models that will grace the runway of the largest rooftop fashion show in the city. Come mix and mingle with elite industry insiders, buyers, retailers, celebrities, VIPs, and members of the regional, national, and international press. This is a wonderful opportunity to market your business and be in the know. Ticket price $10.00. For more information or to purchase tickets, contact Tiffany Cadogan at 404-429-1891 or send an email to: tiffany.cadogan@gmail.com

North Atlanta High School Center for the Arts Spring Production of "Grease" Photo Shoot

3/26/09
Ben produced the cast photo for North Atlanta High School Center for the Arts Spring production of "Grease." He will also attend the stage play opening night on March 26, 2009. The production will run from March 26-28 & April 2-3 2009 at 7:00PM. Ticket prices: $7.00 Students, $10.00 Adults.

For more information, visit http://www.northatlantahigh.org/cms/content/view/190/1/

EssenceMagazine.com features Ben's images from Dwight Eubanks 50th Birthday Party

3/24/09
Ben Evans of PIBB currently has images of
"The Real Housewives of Atlanta," Dwight Eubanks 50th Birthday Party
being showcased as the lead online feature story on Essence Magazine.com.
The publications online version services over 500,000 readers nationally.

CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE ESSENCE FEATURE STORY

Ben In The March Edition of Atlanta Social Season Magazine

3/16/09
Ben appears in the March Edition of Atlanta Social Season Magazine, an Atlanta-based publication that provides colorful coverage of prominent people and places, cultural and social happenings, chic shops and hot spots. The popular Event Photographer hosted a "Surprise Pink Carpet" Birthday Party for his wife Monique back in January and images from the event appears in the March publication. Photographs taken by Ben at the 2009 Trumpet Awards also appears in this edition.

CLICK HERE TO READ "PRETTY IN PINK"

CLICK HERE TO READ "TRUMPET AWARDS"

CLICK HERE TO VIEW FULL ONLINE VERSION OF THE MAGAZINE

Ben's Photos of Dwight Eubanks Appears In Sheen Magazine

3/13/09
Ben's photos of Dwight Eubanks of the hit Bravo Reality Show, "The Real Housewives of Atlanta" appears in the March issue of Sheen Magazine. Sheen Magazine is the ultimate beauty guide that features the latest trends and news on Hair, Featured Stylists, Fashion, Celebrities, Health, Business, Good Living and Community.

CLICK HERE TO VIEW FULL ONLINE VERSION OF THE MAGAZINE

Photo Images By Ben Helps Cast Talent And Photograph Behind The Scenes of CitiTrends Spring '09 Collection TV Commercial Shoot

2/21/09
Photo Images by Ben and Childrens Pride, LLC. an Atlanta based luxury boutique Kids Talent Casting Agency, Children's Personal Shopping and Kids Event Planning Firm cast talent for CitiTrends Department Store Spring '09 Collection TV Commercial Shoot. "We had a great turn out and the client was extremely impressed with the talent," says Monique Evans, President of Children's Pride, LLC. Spots from the television commercial will appear this Spring on BET, MTV, VH1 and TV One. Special Thanks To The Following: The Wrijen Company, Marcus Media Group, Photo Images By Ben and all of the dedicated kids and their parents.

CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE FULL CITI TRENDS TV COMMERCIAL

Ben on BlogTalkRadio.com with "The Girlfriends of Atlanta”

02/07/09
Ben appeared on BlogTalkRadio.com/DryerBuzz with "The Girlfriends of Atlanta" who discussed their charitable efforts with the Pinc Bubble, an organization dedicated to helping women undergoing chemotherapy and other cancer treatments and their Red Carpet Birthday Party Soiree Fundraiser which Ben also photographed. To learn more about Pinc Bubble, visit http://www.pincbubble.com/

CLICK HERE TO LISTEN TO THE FULL INTERVIEW WITH THE GIRLFRIENDS.

Ben Featured In Xtra Pair of Hands Magazine

2/01/09
Ben was featured in the February Edition of Xtra Pair of Hands Magazine, a Celebrity Concierge publication. He discussed his journey into photography, family and his future goals and plans.

CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL INTERVIEW

Ben Photographed Full Weekend Of The 17th Annual Trumpet Awards

01/24/09 - 01/25/09
Ben was tapped to photograph the full weekend of The 17th Annual Trumpet Awards at the Atlanta Hyatt Regency Hotel and the Cobb Energy Center. His coverage of the Honorees Dinner and Red Carpet ceremony produced images of Dick Gregory, Xernona Clayton, Mrs. Christine King Farris, Dr. Bernice King, Tom Joyner, Raven-Symoné, Louis Gossett, Jr. Chris Tucker, Holly Robinson-Peete, The Honorable Andrew Young, Paula White, Cathy Hughes, Sherri Shepard, “The Real Housewives of Atlanta” and a host of others.

Suprise Pink Carpet Birthday Party For Monique Evans

01/17/09
Ben hosted a "Suprise Pink Carpet" Birthday Party for his wife, Monique at Modavi Restuarant and Lounge in Johns Creek, Georgia. The private event was attended by close friends and family. Photos from the event will be featured in the March Edition of Seasons Magazine, a social publication and has appeared on the popular blog website, "Talking With Tami."

The Historic Promotion Reception of Brigadier General Joseph M. Wells

01/10/09
Works of Ben Evans Photography, (PIBB) appeared on Essence.com and in several newspapers inconjuction with the historic promotion reception of Brigadier General Joseph M. Wells at the Renaissance Waverly Hotel Galleria. Brig. Gen. Wells became the first African-American General Officer in the 276-year history of the Georgia National Guard. General Wells was officially commissioned and pinned by Governor Sonny Perdue on
January 7, 2009 at the State Capital.

"Ben Featured On "Talking With Tami"

01/01/09
Ben was featured in a Spotlight Interviw on the popular blog website, "Talking With Tami"

CLICK HERE TO READ THE ENTIRE INTERVIEW

Diamond Devereaux Enterprises First Annual Atlanta Holiday Bazaar Fundraiser. DDE Enterprises Atlanta Head Staff Photographer

12/27/08
Ben Evans Photography, (PIBB) photographed Diamond Devereaux Enterprises, (DDE) First Annual Atlanta Holiday Bazaar Fundraiser to benefit the Georgia Delegation of the Pink Ladies Power Organization at the Atlanta Hyatt Regency Hotel. Ben officially came on board as the Head Staff Photographer for DDE Enterprises Atlanta and its affliates effective January 1, 2009.

The DeShawn Snow Foundation & Walt Disney Studios Holiday Story Telling Event

12/20/08
Works of Ben Evans Photography, (PIBB) appeared on Essence.com and in The Atlanta Journal Consitution inconjuction with the The DeShawn Snow Foundation & Walt Disney Studios Holiday Story Telling Event At Barnes & Noble Perimeter Mall. Special Invited Guest Story Tellers were Eric Snow of The Cleveland Cavaliers and NFL veteran Willie Whitehead of the New Orleans Saints.

The DeShawn Snow Foundation & Walt Disney Studios Atlanta Movie Premiere of "Bedtime Stories"

12/18/08
Works of Ben Evans Photography, (PIBB) appeared on Essence.com and in The Atlanta Journal Consitution inconjuction with The DeShawn Snow Foundation & Walt Disney Studios Atlanta Movie Premiere of "Bedtime Stories" featuring Actor Adam Sandler at Regal Theatres Perimeter.

Tapestry Youth Ministry, Adopt-A-Youth Home For The Holidays

12/15/08
Ben appeared on MonicaSoul.com for providing a helping hand for the holidays by photographing Tapestry Youth Ministry, Adopt-A-Youth Home For The Holidays Event. Girlfriends Shajan Clay, Singer Monica's Manager J. Records Executive, Melinda Dancil and Celebrity Stylist, Shun Melson were all on hand to lend their support.

Rapper/Producer Jazze Pha Host Niece Aeriel's Sweet 16 Birthday Party

11/15/08
Ben Evans Photography, (PIBB) photographed Rapper/Producer Jazze Pha’s niece, Ariel Sweet 16 Birthday Party in Buckhead. Ariel graciously dedicated her birthday to the “Invisible Children” Foundation which supports the youth of Uganda in Africa. Guests in attendance were Island Def Recording Artist, "Vawn," 4x Double Olympic Gold Medalist, Angelo Taylor, 'Vistoso Bosses,' and the Guess Clothing Line Heiress, Olivia & Caroline Marciano.

The DeShawn Snow Foundation's "Billion Dollar Denim Jeans Soiree Fundraiser

11/07/08
Works of Ben Evans Photography, (PIBB) appeared on Essence.com inconjunction with The DeShawn Snow Foundation's "Billion Dollar Denim Jeans Soiree Fundraiser." The event was held at the home of DeShawn Snow of "The hit Bravo TV Show, "The Real Housewives of Atlanta." The benefit was to support the new Billion Dollar Jeans clothing line http://www.bdbjeans.com and to raise money for her DeShawn Snow Foundation Angels.

Chilli of hit group, TLC "Girls Nite Out" Handbag Event

11/06/08
Works of Ben Evans Photography, (PIBB) appeared in the Atlanta Journal and Constitution and on AccessAtlanta.com inconjuction with Chilli of the hit group, TLC "Girls Nite Out" Handbag Event at Prriya and Chintans in Buckhead.

December Cover of Xtra Pair of Hands Magazine/On Staff Photographer

11/01/08
Ben was commissioned by the Publisher of Xtra Pair of Hands Magazine to photograph the December Cover and inside photo story featuring Dwight Eubanks of “The Real Housewives of Atlanta.” After the overwhelming success of the December issue, the Publisher asked Ben to be the publications On Staff Photographer.

Click here to learn more about Xtra Pair of Hands Magazine

Dekalb Chamber of Commerce

06/15/06
Photo Images By Ben Forms Alliance To Provide Photography Services To The Dekalb County Chamber of Commerce.
Click here to see the full Press Release.

Photo: President/CEO of the Dekalb County Chamber of Commerce, Leonardo McClarty and Ben Evans of Photo Images By Ben.

News & Press

06/09/06
South Carolina native donates his time and talent to children's causes.
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