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Waiting for Sailor

08-11-2010 Posted in Featured-Lifestyle-Photography-Polaroid

Waiting for Sailor - Polaroid 669

Olive – 3 years old

Boston – 2 years old

Sailor – about to be born. I’m talking like any day now!

When me and Tess got married we decided that once we got pregnant the first time… we would do our best to go for a couple more. Thats exactly what happend! We’re super excited to say the least. Of course we get the big nervous grins from friends and family… the look that says “Whoa, you guys are CRAZY!”

We’re blessed. Kids are amazing. They see the world so different then we adults do. I’ve been learning from that.  My kids have re-ignited my imagination. Somewhere along the way my childhood imagination turned into fear based worry about the future. Does that make sense? You too? Adults can so easily worry about the future (our imagination) Now I’m back to creating worlds and living in wonder. Its awesome, probably my favorite thing so far about having kiddos. Well, and the moments when a fragile little soul looks into my eyes and in a quite moment tells me they love me. Dude. Words can’t descibe it.

Here are some shots from last weekend. Taken with my Polaroid 250 and some expired Polaroid 669 film.

Waiting For Sailor 2 - Polaroid 669
Waiting for Sailor 3 - Polaroid 669 film

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Fresh Start Hair Cut

07-30-2010 Posted in Lifestyle-Polaroid

fresh start hair cut

The Fresh Start Haircut. Do you ever pull stuff like that? Its always been my go to dealio when I’m just floating aimlessly and get somewhat depressed. Being an artist I feel like my emotions are all over the place. It could take just a second to have my confidence and drive just smashed on the sidewalk but then again a second later I’m soaring. Usually when I’m down I feel like if I change something about myself that I can see then somehow I end up feeling refreshed and ready to go. weird.

This is my latest. Just took it all off. First time since high school… Im talking like 12 years. It shocked a lot of people cause I’ve always seemed to been know for my hair style and now its all gone. Not sure what I’m gonna do the next time I need some change. I can’t change my hair. hmm.

Do you have some similar patterns? Or am I on my own boat with this one?

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Strappy Leather MacBook Case

07-29-2010 Posted in Lifestyle-Mens Style

FullGive Leather MacBook Case

What!? I’m so stoked right now to actually be posting. It has been a while. I’ve had a few things keeping me from this outlet and responsibility. I’ve been slowly (as fast as I can) going through wedding photos in all my spare time along with getting our lives ready for a little baby (anytime now). Another thing I’ve been up to since Im at it with an update is revamping this blog to be more photographically friendly. In the next month I’ll be launching the new style. Should be super.

No. But this MacBook case is seriously freakin amazing. Hand made from scrap leather. Nicely treated for durability and put together with some style for sure. Obviously one of a kind. The insides are of nice wool to protect your MacBooks finish and keep it comfy. You can get some added pockets on the outside, which is what I did. I’ve got a sleeve that holds my Wacom Tablet along with a pocket for pens, a small notebook, etc.

Scott over at FULLGIVE will hook you up with the sickest case you can get for your Macbook. Check him out if you get a chance. The price on these things are worth it. Your housing some expensive equipment. He’s also got cases for iPhones, iPads, leather belts…


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How to Get into Polaroid Photography pt. 2

07-09-2010 Posted in Photography-Polaroid

Polaroid Automatic 100

Pictured above is the Polaroid Automatic 100. I bought this camera about 6 years ago at a thrift shop because I thought it looked awesome… it then sat on my desk for about 4 years until I happend upon the notion to find film for it. And I did. Ever since then my refridgerator has been full of Polaroid Film.

So, this is just a short little somewhat informative post. I’d say you should pick up one of these cameras and some film and try it out. Its fun, no joke. The Auto 100 is a good camera, super easy to use, just set the film speed, focus and press the red button. If you want something with manual control then go with an Polaroid 195. Sick camera! Its on my list for sure.

The greatest part is that with some expired film… you’re gonna get some automatic nostalgia. Thats worth it alone. You don’t have to be some pro photographer, you probably take pics with a nice compact little digital camera or with your phone, eh? Why not just snag a camera thats 50 years old along with some film thats 10 years old and make some magic.

Here are some shots for your eyes.

Polaroid auto 100 and fuji fp-100c
Polaroid Auto 100 with Fuji FP-100c film. This film will give you some vivid color and sharp image as long as your lens is sharp.

Polaroid 250 with 690 film
Polaroid Auto 250 with Polaroid 690 film

Polaroid id-uv
Polaroid Auto 250 with Polaroid ID-UV film

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Quickpress: Website Recommendation for Creatives

07-03-2010 Posted in Art-Featured-Photography-Words

It’s not about ideas. It’s about making ideas happen. 99% Website.

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RESOUND CONFERENCE 2010 – Flyer Design

07-02-2010 Posted in Art-Design

Resound Conference 2010

Resound Conference 2010

Here is a little design work I did for Vinelife Church in Boulder, Colorado. This is a 6×9 flyer which will be sent out by mail and handed out at other events around the country for the next few months. The art and design for the whole conference is a collaborative effort including Luke Humbrecht and Chase Beck. Between the 3 of us we’ll be putting together some killer stuff throughout the summer and fall for this thing.

The conference itself is going to be an amazing time. It’ll be a full weekend of teaching, equipping and mad creativity oozing everywhere. It’s gonna be all about the arts…..arts…..arts.

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Etsy Fashion for Men

06-23-2010 Posted in Lifestyle-Mens Style

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Guys and girls. I periodically, uh, too often find myself on Etsy finding cool things to wear. Rarely buy the cool things, but non the less find the cool things. So, here are a few cool things I think are pretty great right now. Fashion is fun and quite vibe-y.

Ray Ban Clubmaster

Ray Ban Clubmaster’s @ DecadesBaltimore’s shop.

So classic. So classy.

adventures of WOLVERINE MACALISTAIRE

Adventures of Wolverine Macalistaire @ CairoVintage’s store

(such a weird shirt but I had to keep going back over and over. it was calling to me.)

Vintage Short Pants

Vintage Short Pants @ RiffRaffReview’s Shop

Short pants on the shorter side. That’s what this summer likes.

The mans shoe

Ah. These shoes. @ Bigbrothervintage’s shop

Wouldn’t be my first choice for summer shoe. Ah. But, look at these shoes.

What do you guys think about these picks? Girls, how about you? Like this stuff?

Finding unique items whether it be searching the square footage of local thrift shops or scouring the internet is for me… fun.

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