Russell, I LOVE my photos, you’re the BEST ! Ainsley Earhardt, FOX NEWS REPORTER/CO-HOST OF “FOX AND FRIENDS” NEW YORK CITY
Russell, Thank you so much for the constant support of the Miss SC-USA pageants. I am so excited to work with you again. You are on the best photographer in South Carolina! Megan Pinckney – MISS SC-USA, top 6 at MISS USA, and former MISS SC TEEN USA.
Russell Adair, You are an outstanding artist, fashion consultant, and state judge (NC) in the MISS AMERICA Program. Best wishes for a joyful and productive life. Maria Beale Fletcher MISS NORTH CAROLINA then MISS AMERICA.
Russell, Thank you for taking the time out of your busy schedule to come to Abingdon to judge MISS VIRGINIA TEEN USA. I am delighted to have you join the judges panel for this years event. You have been selected because of your individual success and notability you each exhibit. God Bless, Kim Johnson, former MISS VIRGINIA USA and Executive Director Miss VIRGINIA USA pageants.
Dear Mr. Adair, Thank you so much for your sponsorship, a photo session and jewelry from your line of Chandeliers. You are so creative and I look forward to working with you again soon. Sincerely, K.Lee Graham- MISS SC TEEN USA, MISS TEEN USA.
Dear Russell, Thank you very much for the fashion photoshoot and amazing jewelry. You have no idea how much it means to me during this special time. I cant wait to shoot with you. Christina Zapolski MISS SC-USA, International SUPERMODEL.
Russell, You have been such a dear friend. Thank you so much !!
Courtney Turner – MISS SC-USA, TOP 8 at MISS USA and former MISS UNITED STATES TEEN, actress in Hollywood.
Russell, Thank you for accepting the responsibility of judging the MISS NORTH CAROLINA SCHOLARSHIP PAGEANT and MISS NC OUTSTANDING TEEN pageant, we look forward to seeing you in Raleigh. Sincerely, Alan Clouse- Executive Director of MISS NORTH CAROLINA SCHOLARSHIP pageant, MISS AMERICA ORGANIZATION.
Russell used to work at the Sheraton Hotel Columbia I-20(now the Double Tree) when he had the privilege of meeting the vocal superstar Whitney Houston, and later her cousin Dionne Warwick. The Sheraton Hotel had a contract with ARISTA RECORDS and their artist stayed at this property when they were in Columbia. I was carefully selected from the staff to assist with there luggage and lodging while there.
Russell, Best wishes for your happiness and more success. My pictures are the BEST ! Tootsie Dennis Brantley Kline- MISS SOUTH CAROLINA 1960, Pageland’s Watermelon Queen, WIS-TV first female anchor.
Russell, The road to MISS AMERICA took a lot of work, discipline, and concentration. Even though I stood on the stage, I could not do it alone. You taught me the basics of preparing myself for competition and you encouraged me to model and do the MISS AMERICA system. Thank you for all you have done. Kimberly C. Aiken- MISS AMERICA, MISS SOUTH CAROLINA, and MISS COLUMBIA.
Russell, Thank you so much for the FUN, FABULOUS photo shoot and the opportunity to work with you again. Your kindness and generosity is so appreciated, you’re so sweet and so talented! Thank you, too, for the beautiful jewelry ! Amanda Helen Pennekamp – MISS SC-USA, MISS NEWBERRY COLLEGE, NBY COLLEGE HOMECOMING QUEEN, INDIAN PRINCESS, MISS EARTH USA, MRS SC GALAXY, MRS GALAXY.
Russell, I look forward to shooting with you again, the first pictures were incredible. I look forward to seeing you soon. Take care, Matt Duffie – INTERNATIONAL SUPERMODEL WORLDWIDE, Campaigns for DOLCE&GABANNA, DAVID YURMAN JEWELRY, LOUIS VUITTON, AMER.EAGLE, GIORGIO ARMANI. COVER OF ITALIAN VOGUE with GISELE BUNCHEN (TOM BRADY’S WIFE), ELLE magazines.
Russell, Thank you alot. You are one awesome person, “G R E A T PHOTOGRAPHER”and ’’MAKEUP ARTIST”. Thank you so much for coming to Mexico City to photograph us all. Patricia Lopez-INTERNATIONAL MODEL and covergirl.
Russell, I’m in Taiwan, thanks for everything, all you did really helped me get this far with modeling. By the way, look whose pictures are on my composite card, and they are extraordinary ! Love you, Dana- INTERNATIONAL MODEL, TAEPAI,TAIWAN
Thank you so much Mr. Adair, The jewelry you made is really beautiful ! ! XOXO Summer Priester- MISS HIGH SCHOOL AMERICA 2011
Dear Russell, Your photos and jewelry are unbelievably gorgeous. All my love. Jasmine Alexis – MISS WASHINGTON-DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA TEEN USA
Russell, We love your Photography work and Jewelry. Gregory Ellenburg
Russell, Thank you for all of your pageant help and support ! I love all of my pictures. Best wishes to you. Susan Allen Nicholson- MRS. SOUTH CAROLINA
Dear Russell, Words cant express how thankful I am to you for all the support and encouragement you have shown me. You have truly been a tremendous source of inspiration to me. I cant thank you enough. Michelle Marzouca – MISS SPARTANBURG USA, MISS AVON LATINA
Dear Russell, It was so nice to work with you, I really do appreciate the way you made me feel, so comfortable and relaxed. Take care ! Becca Preston- TEEN MODEL
Russell, Thank you for the photo shoot you did, the pictures are AWESOME, a variety of commercial looks too. Robb Douglas ACTOR/MODEL
Dear Russell, I cant thank you enough for the beautiful pictures and jewelry !!! You are such a wonderful person and friend, thank you for your support. Here we come Vegas ! Courtney Turner – MISS SC-USA 2011
Dear Russell, I want to thank you for all of the beautiful pictures you took while I was in South Carolina. Thank you also for the interview training session you along with Don Baker. Thank you for your continued support. Sincerely, Kelsey Lawson – MISS LOUISIANA TEEN USA 06
Russell, I finally found the COLUMBIA METROPOLITAN MAGAZINE with Lori on the cover. You are such a talented photographer ! The layout was fantastic ! Thanks for the advertising ! Love ya, Jill Rowland OWNER OF DAZZLES - PAGEANT AND PROM WEAR
Russell, I would like to thank you for giving me the opportunity to work with you again ! I know what wonderful job you do with your photography, I look forward to the shoot ! Thanks again, Lacie Lybrand – MISS SOUTH CAROLINA USA
Dear Russell, Thank you so much for the pictures of my CD cover, and the jewelry. They are fabulous and I cant wait to show them off ! Jane Jenkins Herlong- MISS SOUTH CAROLINA
Dear Mr. Russell, Thank you very much for the pictures you took. I love shooting with you and I really do appreciate all the time you spend with me. Thanks again. Summers Slaton – MISS RIDGEVIEW HIGH -SOUTH CAROLINA WATERMELON QUEEN
Dear Russell, Thank you so much for the photo shoot ! You do absolutely beautiful work and I am very excited to have the opportunity to work with you ! Thanks for your support of the Miss SC-USA pageant and for helping to make this year so special. Best regards, Ashley Zais – MISS SOUTH CAROLINA USA 07, International model
Dear Russell, Thank you so much for the beautiful pictures and jewelry. You are a special friend ! God bless you, Crystal Garrett – MISS SOUTH CAROLINA , and recording artist, model, actress.
Dear Russell, Thank you so much for everything you have done for me including taking amazing pictures, picking my wardrobe, makeup and providing the absolutely FABULOUS jewelry. Ashley E. Wood – INTL’ TOP MODEL WORLDWIDE and covers ELLE, 2 VOGUE’S , COSMO, TOWN&COUNTRY, GIOIA, LUCKY, GRAZIA, BIANCA.
Dear Russell, I wanted to take a moment to say “Thank You” and I must say I was truly in shock when Summers made to 12 at MISS SC-TEEN USA but to make it all the way to TOP 5 and to place. WOW, IT BLEW ME AWAY!! We could’nt have done it without you. You’re are the greatest !! Denise Slaton – Summers MOM
Mr Russell, I love all of the jewelry and I am eternally grateful for the gift certificate, I cannot thank you enough. See you soon for my shoot ! Keyla Childs – MISS SOUTH CAROLINA TEEN USA 2011
Russell, Thank you so much for everything you have done for me ! God has blessed you with a wonderful talent. I have received so many compliments on my photos. Thanks so much, Lauren Taylor – MISS SOUTH CAROLINA TEEN USA 2005
Dear Russell, Thank you so much for all of your support. XOXO Sarah Medley – MISS SOUTH CAROLINA USA 05 - MISS SOUTH CAROLINA TEEN USA 200, NYC commercial model.
Russell, It was a pleasure meeting you ! Blessings, Ginny Meerman – MRS MARYLAND US 09
Russell, It was so wonderful meeting you at the “SUN FUN” event. I also appreciate your encouraging words and support. God bless ! Erika Grace Powell – MISS SC-USA 2012 – MISS SOUTH CAROLINA/AMERICA, recording artist.
Russell your kindness is appreciated more than words can say. Thank you so much. Tara Grant NEW YORK CITY MODEL
Russell, I want to thank you because you’ve always been apart of my pageant experiences. You are amazingly talented and I respect and admire you immensely. XOXO Jamie Hill- MISS SC-USA 2008 and LA model, MAXIM covermodel, Hollywood actress.Russell, I absolutely LOVE the gift bag of Chandeliers Jewelry after winning the pageant. Thank you for donating your time, skills, and resources. XOXO Brittany York – MISS NORTH CAROLINA USA 2011
Russell, It was such a pleasure meeting you at the forum. Meagan Orton – MISS COLLEGE OF CHARLESTON 2010
Dear Russell, I cant thank you enough for taking care of my makeup on my wedding day. You have such a wonderful touch, every commented on how beautiful I looked. All the credit goes to you. Thank you so much. Love, Sherry Letterman & Jeff
Russell, Thank you so much for the constant support of the Miss SC-USA pageants. I am so excited to work with you again. You are on the best photographer in South Carolina! Megan Pinckney – MISS SC-USA, top 6 at MISS USA, and former MISS SC TEEN USA.
Russell Adair, You are an outstanding artist, fashion consultant, and state judge (NC) in the MISS AMERICA Program. Best wishes for a joyful and productive life. Maria Beale Fletcher MISS NORTH CAROLINA then MISS AMERICA.
Russell, Thank you for taking the time out of your busy schedule to come to Abingdon to judge MISS VIRGINIA TEEN USA. I am delighted to have you join the judges panel for this years event. You have been selected because of your individual success and notability you each exhibit. God Bless, Kim Johnson, former MISS VIRGINIA USA and Executive Director Miss VIRGINIA USA pageants.
Dear Mr. Adair, Thank you so much for your sponsorship, a photo session and jewelry from your line of Chandeliers. You are so creative and I look forward to working with you again soon. Sincerely, K.Lee Graham- MISS SC TEEN USA, MISS TEEN USA.
Dear Russell, Thank you very much for the fashion photoshoot and amazing jewelry. You have no idea how much it means to me during this special time. I cant wait to shoot with you. Christina Zapolski MISS SC-USA, International SUPERMODEL.
Russell, You have been such a dear friend. Thank you so much !!
Courtney Turner – MISS SC-USA, TOP 8 at MISS USA and former MISS UNITED STATES TEEN, actress in Hollywood.
Russell, Thank you for accepting the responsibility of judging the MISS NORTH CAROLINA SCHOLARSHIP PAGEANT and MISS NC OUTSTANDING TEEN pageant, we look forward to seeing you in Raleigh. Sincerely, Alan Clouse- Executive Director of MISS NORTH CAROLINA SCHOLARSHIP pageant, MISS AMERICA ORGANIZATION.
Russell used to work at the Sheraton Hotel Columbia I-20(now the Double Tree) when he had the privilege of meeting the vocal superstar Whitney Houston, and later her cousin Dionne Warwick. The Sheraton Hotel had a contract with ARISTA RECORDS and their artist stayed at this property when they were in Columbia. I was carefully selected from the staff to assist with there luggage and lodging while there.
Russell, Best wishes for your happiness and more success. My pictures are the BEST ! Tootsie Dennis Brantley Kline- MISS SOUTH CAROLINA 1960, Pageland’s Watermelon Queen, WIS-TV first female anchor.
Russell, The road to MISS AMERICA took a lot of work, discipline, and concentration. Even though I stood on the stage, I could not do it alone. You taught me the basics of preparing myself for competition and you encouraged me to model and do the MISS AMERICA system. Thank you for all you have done. Kimberly C. Aiken- MISS AMERICA, MISS SOUTH CAROLINA, and MISS COLUMBIA.
Russell, Thank you so much for the FUN, FABULOUS photo shoot and the opportunity to work with you again. Your kindness and generosity is so appreciated, you’re so sweet and so talented! Thank you, too, for the beautiful jewelry ! Amanda Helen Pennekamp – MISS SC-USA, MISS NEWBERRY COLLEGE, NBY COLLEGE HOMECOMING QUEEN, INDIAN PRINCESS, MISS EARTH USA, MRS SC GALAXY, MRS GALAXY.
Russell, I look forward to shooting with you again, the first pictures were incredible. I look forward to seeing you soon. Take care, Matt Duffie – INTERNATIONAL SUPERMODEL WORLDWIDE, Campaigns for DOLCE&GABANNA, DAVID YURMAN JEWELRY, LOUIS VUITTON, AMER.EAGLE, GIORGIO ARMANI. COVER OF ITALIAN VOGUE with GISELE BUNCHEN (TOM BRADY’S WIFE), ELLE magazines.
Russell, Thank you alot. You are one awesome person, “G R E A T PHOTOGRAPHER”and ’’MAKEUP ARTIST”. Thank you so much for coming to Mexico City to photograph us all. Patricia Lopez-INTERNATIONAL MODEL and covergirl.
Russell, I’m in Taiwan, thanks for everything, all you did really helped me get this far with modeling. By the way, look whose pictures are on my composite card, and they are extraordinary ! Love you, Dana- INTERNATIONAL MODEL, TAEPAI,TAIWAN
Thank you so much Mr. Adair, The jewelry you made is really beautiful ! ! XOXO Summer Priester- MISS HIGH SCHOOL AMERICA 2011
Dear Russell, Your photos and jewelry are unbelievably gorgeous. All my love. Jasmine Alexis – MISS WASHINGTON-DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA TEEN USA
Russell, We love your Photography work and Jewelry. Gregory Ellenburg
Russell, Thank you for all of your pageant help and support ! I love all of my pictures. Best wishes to you. Susan Allen Nicholson- MRS. SOUTH CAROLINA
Dear Russell, Words cant express how thankful I am to you for all the support and encouragement you have shown me. You have truly been a tremendous source of inspiration to me. I cant thank you enough. Michelle Marzouca – MISS SPARTANBURG USA, MISS AVON LATINA
Dear Russell, It was so nice to work with you, I really do appreciate the way you made me feel, so comfortable and relaxed. Take care ! Becca Preston- TEEN MODEL
Russell, Thank you for the photo shoot you did, the pictures are AWESOME, a variety of commercial looks too. Robb Douglas ACTOR/MODEL
Dear Russell, I cant thank you enough for the beautiful pictures and jewelry !!! You are such a wonderful person and friend, thank you for your support. Here we come Vegas ! Courtney Turner – MISS SC-USA 2011
Dear Russell, I want to thank you for all of the beautiful pictures you took while I was in South Carolina. Thank you also for the interview training session you along with Don Baker. Thank you for your continued support. Sincerely, Kelsey Lawson – MISS LOUISIANA TEEN USA 06
Russell, I finally found the COLUMBIA METROPOLITAN MAGAZINE with Lori on the cover. You are such a talented photographer ! The layout was fantastic ! Thanks for the advertising ! Love ya, Jill Rowland OWNER OF DAZZLES - PAGEANT AND PROM WEAR
Russell, I would like to thank you for giving me the opportunity to work with you again ! I know what wonderful job you do with your photography, I look forward to the shoot ! Thanks again, Lacie Lybrand – MISS SOUTH CAROLINA USA
Dear Russell, Thank you so much for the pictures of my CD cover, and the jewelry. They are fabulous and I cant wait to show them off ! Jane Jenkins Herlong- MISS SOUTH CAROLINA
Dear Mr. Russell, Thank you very much for the pictures you took. I love shooting with you and I really do appreciate all the time you spend with me. Thanks again. Summers Slaton – MISS RIDGEVIEW HIGH -SOUTH CAROLINA WATERMELON QUEEN
Dear Russell, Thank you so much for the photo shoot ! You do absolutely beautiful work and I am very excited to have the opportunity to work with you ! Thanks for your support of the Miss SC-USA pageant and for helping to make this year so special. Best regards, Ashley Zais – MISS SOUTH CAROLINA USA 07, International model
Dear Russell, Thank you so much for the beautiful pictures and jewelry. You are a special friend ! God bless you, Crystal Garrett – MISS SOUTH CAROLINA , and recording artist, model, actress.
Dear Russell, Thank you so much for everything you have done for me including taking amazing pictures, picking my wardrobe, makeup and providing the absolutely FABULOUS jewelry. Ashley E. Wood – INTL’ TOP MODEL WORLDWIDE and covers ELLE, 2 VOGUE’S , COSMO, TOWN&COUNTRY, GIOIA, LUCKY, GRAZIA, BIANCA.
Dear Russell, I wanted to take a moment to say “Thank You” and I must say I was truly in shock when Summers made to 12 at MISS SC-TEEN USA but to make it all the way to TOP 5 and to place. WOW, IT BLEW ME AWAY!! We could’nt have done it without you. You’re are the greatest !! Denise Slaton – Summers MOM
Mr Russell, I love all of the jewelry and I am eternally grateful for the gift certificate, I cannot thank you enough. See you soon for my shoot ! Keyla Childs – MISS SOUTH CAROLINA TEEN USA 2011
Russell, Thank you so much for everything you have done for me ! God has blessed you with a wonderful talent. I have received so many compliments on my photos. Thanks so much, Lauren Taylor – MISS SOUTH CAROLINA TEEN USA 2005
Dear Russell, Thank you so much for all of your support. XOXO Sarah Medley – MISS SOUTH CAROLINA USA 05 - MISS SOUTH CAROLINA TEEN USA 200, NYC commercial model.
Russell, It was a pleasure meeting you ! Blessings, Ginny Meerman – MRS MARYLAND US 09
Russell, It was so wonderful meeting you at the “SUN FUN” event. I also appreciate your encouraging words and support. God bless ! Erika Grace Powell – MISS SC-USA 2012 – MISS SOUTH CAROLINA/AMERICA, recording artist.
Russell your kindness is appreciated more than words can say. Thank you so much. Tara Grant NEW YORK CITY MODEL
Russell, I want to thank you because you’ve always been apart of my pageant experiences. You are amazingly talented and I respect and admire you immensely. XOXO Jamie Hill- MISS SC-USA 2008 and LA model, MAXIM covermodel, Hollywood actress.Russell, I absolutely LOVE the gift bag of Chandeliers Jewelry after winning the pageant. Thank you for donating your time, skills, and resources. XOXO Brittany York – MISS NORTH CAROLINA USA 2011
Russell, It was such a pleasure meeting you at the forum. Meagan Orton – MISS COLLEGE OF CHARLESTON 2010
Dear Russell, I cant thank you enough for taking care of my makeup on my wedding day. You have such a wonderful touch, every commented on how beautiful I looked. All the credit goes to you. Thank you so much. Love, Sherry Letterman & Jeff