-- Motherhood offers even super-model moms the opportunity to step behind the camera to capture images of their beautiful babies. For Gabrielle Reece, who knows plenty about being in front of the camera through her athletic, modeling and fitness careers, being a full time mom has quickly become her favorite assignment. With her interest in children and family, Gabby has joined with the Starlight Starbright Children's Foundation as an ambassador to the third annual Nikon Coolpix Pride and Joy Baby Photo Contest. With Gabby's help, the program will aim to drive awareness and support to Starlight Starbright as each and every entry submitted to the contest will directly contribute to the charity
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"Gabby is the perfect spokesperson for this program because as a public personality, she knows a thing or two about being in front of the camera," said Lisa Baxt Communications Manager, Nikon Inc. "And as a mom, she adores her own 'pride and joy' and spends plenty of time behind the camera capturing meaningful memories."
"I have made my career in athletics, fitness and wellness but I have to say that one of my most challenging, and certainly rewarding endeavors is motherhood. I love being a mother and working with Starlight and Nikon on this program is a great way to support a worthy cause and have some fun working with babies and their families," said Gabrielle Reece.
Gabby will be making an in-store appearance in support of the program at the Best Buy Porter Ranch store in Los Angeles on October 29, 2005. She will appear with a number of the children from Starlight Starbright.
To learn how to enter your "pride and joy", please visit
http://www.prideandjoybaby.com for an online entry form and submissions. All baby photo entries must be submitted and received by December 31, 2005 for consideration.
About Nikon
Nikon, At the Heart of the Image(TM). Nikon Inc. is the world leader in digital imaging, precision optics and photo imaging technology and is globally recognized for setting new standards in product design and performance for its award-winning consumer and professional photographic equipment. Nikon Inc. distributes the Nikon Total Imaging System of consumer and professional digital SLR cameras, Nikkor optics, Speedlights and System Accessories; Nikon Coolpix(R) compact digital cameras; Coolscan(R) digital film scanners; 35mm film SLR cameras; Nikon software products and Nikon sports and recreational optics. At the heart of every Nikon camera is Nikon's Exclusive Feature System, making it easy for anyone to take amazing digital pictures. Through the Nikon Spirit Initiative(TM), the company, plays an active role in supporting aspiring and advanced photographers through a variety of philanthropic organizations, educational programs, events and workshops. For more information, dial (800) NIKON-US or visit
http://www.nikonusa.com, which links all levels of photographers to the web's most comprehensive photo learning and sharing communities.
About Starlight Starbright Children's Foundation
Starlight Starbright Children's Foundation is a non-profit organization that transforms the lives of seriously ill children and their families through imaginative programs that educate, uplift their spirits, foster a sense of community, and help alleviate the pain and fear of prolonged illness. Starlight Starbright offers an impressive array of in-hospital, outpatient, school and home-based programs and services that touch the lives of more than 180,000 children and families each month. To learn more about the organization, visit their web site at
http://www.starlight.org.
