Ms. District of Columbia Essence 2012 is Crowned

I had an amazing time at the 2012 Essence Quad state pageant!  Below are photos from the weekend.

In my crown and sash as your Ms. District of Columbia Essence 2012

Myself, Ms. Classic VA Essence, Mrs. MD Essence, Ms. Classic MD Essence and Ms. Exquisite after crowning 05.05.2012

Newly crowned state queens with former titleholders 05.05.2012

Backstage before evening gown with Ms. LA Essence 2012 05.05.2012

Local delegates before "Find Your Color" workshop 05.05.2012

Candace Sample and myself after interviews and before the contestant dinner 05.04.2012

Miss VA Essence 2011, Kevin Wade - Director, myself and Ms. NC Essence 2011 after interviews 05.04.2012