Universal Showqueen Pageant

I should’ve have known I was in for a huge surprise going up the escalator with all my camera gear. I looked up after checking to make sure I had all my stuff and I catch a glimpse of fishnet stockings, a garter belt and a super mini-skirt.  My eyes drift higher and I see she even has a beard…whaaaaat???   I couldn’t help but smile. The group walk off the escalator yelling to friends “Maaaary”.  You gottah love it!

This was my first time attending the Universal Showqueen Pageant and I was asked to photograph it. I have to say it was an amazing show! It’s a must see. Never a dull moment in there. You’ll definitely crack up with all the impromptu from the emcees.  I thought I was in Vegas for a little bit.  If you missed the show this year you can always purchase the DVD.  Go to:  http://www.universalshowqueendvd.com/

I love this shot of Anna Khovianna getting ready.

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Some of the judges that night were Keali’i Reichel, Tanya Joaquin of KGMB9 and Kanoa Leahey of KHON2.

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We were entertained by Reba McEntire

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Then Tina took the stage.

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Evening gown competition.  These Queens looked good!

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Showgirl Competition.  It was a spectacle.  Smoke came out of Kylee West Williams’ costume.

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Yuni Carey stole the show with this number.  Guy Hagi was a judge too so Kim Gennaula was in the crowd.  During this competition she came right up to the stage and was cheering Yuni Carey on.  She was in “awe.”  I mean look at this photo.  I could never rock it like that.  It’s pretty sad on my part..lol

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Congrats Yuni!  This year was all you.

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Thanks Brent for hiring me to take photos.  I hope I get to do it all again next year.

by Ashley

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July 7, 2009 - 11:07 am

athena - WOW!!! You rocked this, Ashley! Love, love the 3rd photo from the bottom. And yeah, Yuni had it goin’ on :)

July 7, 2009 - 8:10 pm

teri - OMG….you just never cease to amaze me. So lets start with the first pic. I have to say that is my favorite. The lighting and color could be a scene in that HBO show that use to play CARNIVAL. lOVE IT lOVE IT lOVE IT! Moving on to the evening gowns im loving the 3rd contestant in the tan colored dress she rocked. I love all the colors that just burst right out of the picture in there costumes and the crowning of the “Queen” no pun intended im loving the dress and I really dont feel like the crown is BIG enough though…… You make mama proud;) Tear!

July 9, 2009 - 12:35 pm

Pinky - WOW amazing shots! Love it!!! I agree about the 3rd photo from the bottom.

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