Behind the Scenes {Palm Beach County Band Photo-Shoot}

Wanted to share some photos of a really fun "work" day in one of my favorite locations in Palm Beach County, my friends' self-sustaining garden.

I was there technically to take one photograph.

Local band, Black Finger, had a new album about to be released and they hired me to create a promotional image for the back cover.

Enjoy a few of the images I took on the day of the shoot:

The gracious (and expectant) hosts, Jomarie, Greg (lead guitar/vocals), and Lemmy.

Modeling is tough work! Waiting around for the table to be set.

OK, all set...

Wait, maybe we should move it to better light...

Watching all the action. :)

Loved the amber color of this honey!

"Want some kale?"

Andy's beautiful steel guitar in front of a fragrant wall of jasmine.

One year later. Marissa (flutist) and Sean (bass), happily ever after. If you follow my blog at all, you may recognize these two from THIS post of their amazing wedding.

Last shot before I had to run off to photograph a gig in Ft Lauderdale for the Broward Palm Beach New Times.

View all of the images I shot of vintage bike night and Skinny Jimmy and the Stingrays at Five Point Lounge, HERE.

THANK YOU to the members of Black Finger for including me in the excitement of their fourth album release! If you would like to hear their Americana/blues/rockin' new music, check it out here, or on iTunes.

Marisa & Sean get Married at B Ocean Hotel: South Florida Wedding Photographer

I had the honor of photographing two amazing people on their wedding day, Marisa and Sean. We share a musical connection through the work I've done for their South Florida rock band, Black Finger.

I knew from the beginning this was going to be a memorable event. Our mutual friends, some of whom were wedding attendants, do not have a reputation for being shy. Please enjoy the photos of Marisa and Sean's sophisticated but still rock n' roll wedding in Ft Lauderdale, Florida.

A dream location. The funky texture and LED lighting in the entrance made for a fun backdrop.

The Bride.

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The Flowergirl.

Cinderella.

Boys club.

The Ring-bearer.

Showing off.

Mementos of LOVE.

The MC.

The First Dance.

LET'S PARTY!

All about the details!

Happily Ever After!

Bands Making Music: Black Finger CD Release

Nothing makes me happier than knowing that I've gotten to where I am because I love what I do. When you love what you do, chances are you're going to connect with others who love what they do. The result of these connections is a mutual admiration of support and understanding. Saturday night I got to photograph some of the people who I am honored to know, and grateful to have the opportunity to photograph! Congrats to the members of Black Finger on their album release number THREE! Here are some images from the evening:

You can listen to or purchase their new album HERE


John Ralston's new guitar.


Sound guy at Elwood's in Delray Beach.


A candid moment...?


Black Finger members before the show begins


The "new" Elwood's. Apparently used to be a gas station.


Black Finger Members from Close to Far: Jesse Dalton, Sean Fernandez, Greg Lovell, and Andrew McAusland.



The Delray Beach venue, The New Elwood's.


Courtney! (She makes me laugh.)


Friend of the band, Ben Cecil, gets up to help sing the lyrics to "Cats in the Alley," which he wrote.


More performances by Marisa, Ben, Dan, and a trombone guy too. (Accurate reporting, I know...)


Jonathan Wilkins with John Ralston's new album, Shadows of the Summertime. The one with my photo on the front, remember?


Black Finger and friends! From LEFT: Dan Bonebrake, John Ralston, Sean, Marisa Dinino, Greg, Jesse, & Andy.

Friendly Fire

The annual "tree burning" event hosted by friend and musician, Greg Lovell, happened over the weekend. Each year everyone saves their Christmas tree to donate for this event. Have you ever seen a pine tree burn in a fire in Southern Florida? Well let's just say that no gasoline is needed to instantly create a dramatic ball of flame! It's quite a sight and I thought I'd share a couple images. It was especially fun as I finally got to meet two of the three babies from the Invisible Music triple maternity shoot. Hope to meet the third soon, as he and his family have been at the top of my well-wishes.


Penelope with mom, Tiffany.


Frankie slept soundly the whole party. I think she took comfort in knowing she had Bob and Buddah by her side.


1. The grand finale! Luckily no shed siding was melted, unlike during last year's event.
2. Most appropirately, the AC/DC "Bonfire" poster hangs in Greg's shed.
3. Trees waiting for their turn. Light trails create a burn effect by a slow shutter speed, and pan of the camera.
4. The Jezek family inside. A safe distance from the fire. :)


Liam poses next to the fire. Ben (at distance)

This may be the last of this event as Greg plans to sell this property soon. Although, there were talks of hosting this event next year. Hopefully the new owners agree, as it could be seen as a hostile action to have 40 random people show up in your backyard to make a 20 foot fire, eat pizza, and watch The Big Lebowski, quoting the movie dude for dude.