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Local Photographer Releases Book on Fredericksburg
Steve Collins debuts his documentary photo book on Friday, Nov. 2.
Fredericksburg resident and business owner Steve Collins of SJ Collins Photography debuts his documentary photo book at The Griffin Bookshop and Coffee Bar on Friday. The book release reception will be held from 6 to 9 p.m.
Fredericksburg Today, the title of Collins' book, features photos of contemporary Fredericksburg. Those who purchase of a copy of the book on Nov. 2 will be entered to win a one night’s stay (double occupancy) at The Kenmore Inn, according to Collins.
A long time visitor to Fredericksburg, Collins relocated to the city in June 2011 from Prince William County. "I immediately fell in love with our town’s history, buildings, people and the sense of community only a city like Fredericksburg can offer," said Collins.
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A photographer, Collins began a personal project to capture contemporary Fredericksburg. The book is the culmination of this project
Collins began shooting professionally in 2008. He is a retired 22-year veteran of the U.S. Coast Guard.
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