My name is Carmen. I'm a portrait, lifestyle and humanitarian photographer, author, international speaker and nurse practitioner.
A Few Fun Facts:
Just See Me- Sacred Stories from the Other Side of Dementia is my book about love and dementia filled with stories and beautiful pictures. Don't you just love ❤️ the name? It's my baby and it’s on the shelves and on Amazon. Buy HERE . A portion of every sale goes toward Doggies for Dementia Foundation where we raise awareness, educate and reduce stigna for those impacted by dementia. Families are gifted priceless photos and special sessions designed just for them.
Chipotle tacos and popcorn are my 2 favorite foods. I can't eat chocolate without getting it on my face. I've tried. I still eat it though!
Do you hear a laugh that's a bit too loud? It's me, and I can't help it. I believe life is short and meant to be enjoyed so I rarely pass up opportunities. I figure they're gifts from God, and who would turn that down?
Love- it's why I do what I do
I never imagined it, but I’m single. I’ve got a wonderful son and daughter in law who gave me 2 beautiful grandsons.
I work alone and again, not how I imagined it would be. I still love it though.
I study, listen and learn constantly. I don’t mind that others don’t but I cannot resist.
Carmen’s Favorite Things
Family photography- capture your family in everyday life including the older family members who often get left out. Pets are happily welcomed!
Headshot and Branding Photography- Beyond Ordinary Headshots
Couples- all couples welcomed!
Elderly and those with dementia
I LOVE Nature and sell wall art, cool swag…on Carmen’s Fine Art
Speaking is a big part of my life-after years of staying mostly hidden.
It’s a lot of work but worth it- check out The ART of a Meaningful Life Podcast
I also work with professional advertising agencies
My Bio: Carmen Davailus is a portrait, lifestyle and humanitarian photographer capturing love, light and compassion in every situation. During her 40 year nursing career, she worked with thousands of people seeking meaning and connection during challenging times. Her master’s degree in nursing focused on spirituality and health. Healing and connection through story telling and photography is her passion. Her book, Just See Me- Sacred Stories from the Other Side of Dementia was released early 2018. She is an international speaker and author teaching both live events and webinars on the topics of creativity, spirituality and photography. She creates legacies for people of all ages in the Austin and Dallas-Fort Worth, TX area and beyond. She donates her talents to a variety of non profit organizations.
Mission Statements
The mission of Carmen’s Legacy Productions is to provide outstanding service and an enjoyable experience in front of the camera.
It is our mission to include ALL generations in photos including our elderly.
It is our mission to memorialize our loved ones with dementia with beautiful photos.
It is also our mission to create photographs you will love and cherish forever.
It is our mission to provide creative services, gallery exhibitions and community outreach far and wide through photography, speaking, blogging and published books and articles.
We are creatives with a real heart for family and want to inspire and influence generations of families on the importance of creating family heirlooms.