Virginia Wilson & Michael Rodee - Voted Off July 29th
Photo courtesy of A+ Photo Solutions
Week 1
Cha Cha to "Barbie Girl"
Total Score: 20 (6-8-6)
Week 2
Quickstep to "The Lady is a Tramp"
Total Score: 21 (7-7-7)
Week 3
Waltz to "The Love Theme from Romeo and Juliet"
Total Score: 24 (8-8-8)
I am known as Virginia or "Gina", pronounced with a short i, from Higginsville, Class of 1993. In May of 2001, I graduated from Central Missouri State University. My education includes a Double Major: Bachelor of Science in Business Administration Specializing in Accounting and Bachelor of Science in Photography Specializing in Media Photography.
I love to observe life and nature and capture it to share with everyone! I live for this, and now I get to make a living at it! Taking pictures of what I love to see, hear, smell, touch, and experience. I consider myself an Editorial Photographer. I came across a phrase that defines me to a T, I would like to share it with you:
"These are photos of everyday slices of life, the insights into the human condition, the events and vignettes and moments you spot and then hurry to capture with your camera. They show people involved, doing things; they feature specific geographical locations; they give a 'real' look at every aspect of human activity and the world of nature. They have got to tell you something that you haven't seen, or touch you in some way emotionally. These photos are produced with the photographer following her own interest areas, and targets certain segments of life and culture that she enjoys photographing."
I retired from the field of Fire and EMS officially in October of 2005. I truly enjoyed serving the Johnson County Community and the Citizens of Lexington. The 10 years that I spent in that field gave me some remarkable experiences I will not soon forget. I loved being there to help people when they were in need; making a difference!
In October 2003, we completed an unbelievable project- Building our own Home! Located between Higginsville and Warrensburg, we are truly blessed with the Country atmosphere. My 2 girls- Brooke and Sara enjoy the country life!
In 2007, we completed the New and Improved County Line Portrait Experience (boasting over 2,000 sq feet for our Clients to enjoy) Things are developing very nicely, providing for unlimited photographic opportunities! Heaven on Earth! Watch for our Annual Spring Bash and come have a blast, enjoying live music, fun and games for all ages!
Coming from a Community Service background, I enjoy participating and providing complimentary portraits for: our Military Service Personnel twice a year with our "Parents With Deployed Spouses" program (we also participate with the Operation Love Reunited Program), the Now I Lay Me Down to Sleep program for parents suffering the untimely loss of a child, and the American Childrens Pediatric Charity Guild for ill children. For more information on these programs you may visit their websites at: www.oplove.org, www.nowilaymedowntosleep.org and www.acpcg.com
I am looking forward to participating in the First Annual Dancing with The Stars - Higginsville Style to provide entertainment for our community while making such a big difference for the benefiting community service programs.
Photo courtesy Louis & Co. Dance Studio
Michael Rodee has spent over 30 years in the world of ballroom. His experience includes teaching, choreographing and performing for both stage and film. Michael's dance career began in New York and has taken him throughout the United States. He has had a long association with Louis Bar and Louis and Company since he moved to the Kansas City Area twelve years ago.
Our mission at Louis & Company is to positively influence the community through dance. We provide a Fun, Safe, and Comfortable environment for people of all ages to learn how to dance at an affordable price. Our experienced staff guarantees the highest quality of professional excellence. Whether you wish to learn social, performance, or competition-style ballroom, we can help. It doesn't stop there! Not only do we assist people in their dancing experience, we also enjoy Energizing audiences and inspiring the crowds through our Exciting and Powerfully moving performances. Visit our website for useful information about the services we offer and other dance related topics.