Totally Rad Despite the Wave of Rain: Longboard Grand Opening

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.

Broward Palm Beach New Times Gig: DR. SEUSS Live art group show by Art Nouveau Events

Welcome to the blog post with the OFFICIALLY longest title ever! I met Teresa Korber and Angela Tronick of Art Nouveau events on a fateful day of cupcakes and crafting, i.e. Amanda Linton's Stitch Rock.

Seconds later after this image was taken Teresa (pictured @ left enjoying cupcake, with Angelea looking on) laughed as she realized I'd captured her in action! I believe her words were "Oh no you didn't..." Well I'm glad I did, because this gave me the opportunity to hear what she and Angela were up to with Art Nouveau Events! They gave me a flier for the Palm Beach Art and Music Show which took place back in November. I didn't get a chance to go to this event or any prior to the Dr. Suess show so I was eager to FINALLY see all of their hard work that goes into their events. I wasn't disappointed!! So thank you to Teresa and Angela for being gracious hostesses, and CONGRATS on such a fun show!

Here are a few images from my night:

Sushi :(


First Official ANE "Best in Show" Award went to artist Cary Polkovitz


Thank you Teresa for having me try the "Green Eggs and Ham". "It's not real ham," she explained, "it's just a sour candy." Thanks, Teresa. ;)


Wow it's very rare to hear so many songs I like in one night! I had to make a point of complimenting DJ Joshua Daniel that night for his selections.


"I want to see the art inside too! Please?"


Appreciating the fine craftsmanship of the headband.


"There's even candy in the green eggs! Teresa thinks of everything." -ANE's Official photographer, Angela Tronick.


Allison Kapner def wins for having the most theme related Dr. Seuss memorabilia! She was wearing a red and white "Cat in the Hat" hat when I first arrived and when I saw her later in the eve as pictured she said, "This is what happens when I take the hat off!" Cute :)


Should people under the influence be allowed to play with fire? The girl pictured seems to be having the same questions about artist Ryan David as me. Oh well. It was his birthday & no one got hurt.


Other notable moments can be seen via my flickr page. ((Sorry if there are repeats!))

5th Annual Yoga Day USA: January 22, 2011

This is an amazing yoga event for practitioners of all levels. Plus, it's FREE! Click here to learn more.

See you there...after I get done teaching at BGI-South, of course!

Event Photography: Corporate Holiday Party, West Palm Beach

Hailing form Northern Michigan, it's days like today that I am reminded why it's great to live in South Florida! The weather was gorgeous, especially after this cold snap we've had. I know "cold" to Floridians will never compete with the Lake effect snow and wind chill factors that reach into the negatives as is common "up North," but 37 degrees absolutely felt cold to me in comparison to Florida's humidity and heat. Here are a couple images from a corporate holiday party that took place today at the National Crouquet Center in West Palm Beach.



I didn't even know this place exsisted and am so excited about the discovery! They host events and are very open to having newcomers out on the course. Althought I was enjoying the weather and always love photographing the Kitson and Partners crew, I made sure to grab an events schedule and a menu as I'd really like to get a group of friends together to go play croquet!

Almost that time...

Last year this was the result of a pumpkin carving get together that I thought was so much fun!

This year I'll be shooting West Palm Beach's Moonfest Festival for Broward/Palm Beach New Times! Can't wait to share the slideshow....looks like I'll be dressing as a photographer for my costume this year.

In the meantime, check out my FIRST ever gig shooting for the New Times HERE. It was the amazing indie Art Fair, Stitchrock, organized by local cupcake connoisseur Miss Amanda Linton.

Yoga Day USA 2009

For anyone interested in a FREE event in the Palm Beach area to explore yoga, mark January 17th, 2009 on your calandars! Last year I helped taking photos and was so impressed with how well this event was run. Click here for more info: Yoga Day USA

This is an opportunity to try different styles and teachers while coming together as a community and it's all free! Be sure to try one of my favorite yoga instructors, Andrea Pepper. She's scheduled to teach at 3:00. (Schedule subject to change) Andrea has done fundraising for a foundation called, "Off The Mat into the World" which helps the needy in Uganda. You can read more on her website: Amala Yoga.

I'll be there with my camera and my yoga mat...hope to see you there too!!