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.
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.
Wanted to share this story I was asked to create a portrait for, to be used in this week's feature in the Broward Palm Beach New Times. Journalist Kyle Swenson details the difficult journey of Mr. Gary Karp, and the unresolved murder of his daughter, Marissa.
Remember this story of the local craft brew craze I photographed for Broward Palm Beach New Times? Well, one of the people featured in the story was local brew master, Bobby Gordash, of Holy Mackerel (tasty!) beers.
This week Bobby contacted me with exciting news! An actual brewery is in place. Named, "The Mack House," Holy Mackerel’s Nano Brewery is located at 9118 State Road 84, Ridge Plaza, in Davie, Florida.
Bobby Gordash of Holy Mackerel beer. Originally photographed for Broward Palm Beach New Times.
Originally photographed for Broward Palm Beach New Times.
In other beer news, tonight I'll be heading out to capture the yearly celebration of Oktoberfest. Here's an expert's advice on how to survive this year's event. Wise words from New Times' Rebecca Dittmar. You can trust her, she drinks from an authentic stein.
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I think we've reached the dog days of summer! This past weekend was a busy one. Check out the slideshows I did for Broward Palm Beach New Times...or just watch the cute dog .gif for a while.
FRIDAY, June 15, 2012: Rock of Ages Movie Screening and party at Revolution. (Where they filmed the movie!)
SATURDAY, June 16, 2012: County Grind Music Night at the Greenroom featuring the Jacuzzi Boys/Radioactive DJ's + more.
SUNDAY, June 17, 2012: Nauti Dawg Restaurant feature in picturesque Lighthouse Point.
Possibly the biggest fan of the chicken dance, ever!
They've either been drinking bottomless boots of beer or are just this happy to be out of the hour and a half wait for parking. Maybe both?
A couple of firsts...a first opportunity to cover a show for Beached Miami, as well as photograph at the historic Fillmore in Miami Beach. Please look at how my images turned out, as displayed by the beautiful presentation on Beached Miami's blog. Oh, almost forgot to mention that it was a little band called TV on the Radio!!
First 100 people or so out of the venue were given these free posters!
A personal image I took of Bruise Cruise co-captains , and Jonas Stein of Turbo Fruits flavor, and Michelle Cable of Panache Booking fame. Polaroid film is instant magic! Get some at the Impossible Project.
Moonshine cherries and a Polaroid pack cover at KISMET's Delray Beach Vintage Halloween party and sale.
A shoutout to PUREHONEY for doing what they're doing. It's the newest way to get the word out about your band, shows, or business. Featuring a new artist every month as well as a free CD's worth of music. This was the first month I advertised with them and am extremely pleased!! Interested? Check out the buzz, HERE.
2. A chance to WIN a free photo session in my studio!! In connection with a Holiday shopping party I'm giving everyone a chancce to win. Simply "Like" my Photography by Monica page on Facebook, go to the party page HERE to comment that you want to win! Winner annouced on Sunday the 6th.
3. PLUS I'm showing some work and going to be guiding a meditation at the "Oneness" event at the Bubble in Ft Lauderdale on 11.11.11.
You can RSVP to the event by clicking the flier below. Meditating bunny image is the genius of artist/photographer Sean Murdock who will be exhibiting at the event as well.
Last Saturday I had the opportunity to connect with a lot of the Broward Palm Beach New Times crew as they made the drive "up north" in support of the Longboard Restaurant Grand Opening and Block Party. Take a look at what went on via the slideshow, PLUS some additional photos below:
They were excited!
This guy, not so much.... Jacuzzi Boys' lead singer, Gabe. Danny seems pretty excited to see this piece of fruit land on stage.
Diego on drums.
The rain begins.
Driving shades
The rain continues and so does the Surfaris' set!
They seemed quite happy. Must be all the surfing...
Dancing in the rain
"Lady Gaga" even showed up! I heard this guy used to dress as Beyonce prior to this outfit. Amazing.
Sweet board painted by local artist, Adam Sheetz.
Speaking of great local artists, here's Teresa Korber and the board she painted.
This little skater girl was fearless!
Look her board is almost as tall as she is!
wow
AND a couple of fun (digital) polaroids:
My editor, Reed Fischer. Read his review of the night HERE.
Crissy without the "H."
Reed and Ian making me laugh.
