Welcome to oncemany - I'm booking each day in 2010 for one client to have their business or individual message endorsed through a custom photograph + editorial profile.
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Currently touring after their 2nd full-length album Great Possessions, The Giving Tree Band made a stop at the awesome organic clothing store Topo Ranch in Boulder, CO.
Started by the Brothers Fink, Todd and Eric, the GTB are an American Indie Folk-Rock group made up of instruments such as guitar, banjo, upright bass, violin, mandolin, slide dobro, dulcimer, ukulele, harmonica, glockenspiel, and percussion. Most of which are made from naturally fallen trees or reclaimed wood.
In fact, its members are utmost stewards at living an eco-concious life. Their CD’s have been manufactured with renewable wind energy, packaged with 100% recycled materials, printed on with veggie inks, and shrink wrapped with biodegradable corn cellulose.
Using the Topo Ranch store front display as a stage, the epic collective of 8 members poured it out to the many patrons and spectators throughout the shop. Their jamgrass tunes spilled out into the streets and like mice to cheese, attracted more attentive folks indoors. With their reckless passion for adventure + tack sharp jams, GTB has redefined the way music is experienced and consumed.
Check out their Tour Dates and definitely catch a show while you have the chance.
Emma’s father, Will McGregor, booked today for her birthday and told me that he and her mother always like to get fun, memorable presents for their children, something that won’t end up in the landfill in 5 years. I had him give some insight into Emma’s life and personality to see which direction I needed to take to capture a fitting photo to hang on Emma’s wall.
Will told me that Emma is always bursting with energy and ready to do anything. They live on a nursery and Emma very much enjoys walking down to the greenhouses to check out all the beautiful plants + flowers. She’s an orange belt in Taekwondo, loves to read, draw, paint, and take pictures with her camera.
She doesn’t like bananas, sprouts, tigers, or hippos but loves her 2 dogs, 1 orange cat, and would love to add some bunnies to the mix. She’s got a new little sister, Lily, who’s 11 months old and I’m sure Emma will be running around the grounds with her in no time, showing her the ropes.
[About this Shoot: I found it very interesting that they live on a nursery and Emma often goes to the greenhouses to view the many plants. I imagine it to be a secret garden type experience. I thought about how I could capture a photo of plants + flowers, especially in the dead of a Colorado Winter, to represent this.
A perfect solution came to mind. There's a Butterfly Pavillion near my house that has an indoor tropical setting of plants and flowers with many different species of butterflies flitting about. I went there yesterday with my girlfriend for the first time. Just as expected, there were many different flowers and butterflies to photograph and I captured this little guy coming in for a landing.]
Adam and Tara have been laughing together from the beginning. After eloping to the mountains together on skis this time last year, nothing about their first year of marriage has been traditional. And that’s just how they like it.
Today they celebrate their one-year anniversary by packing up to leave on their honeymoon to Belize. They can’t wait to embark on many more adventures together and thank their friends & family for all the support along the way.
[About this Shoot: I met Adam + Tara at Ebin G. Fine park near Canyon in west Boulder on a beautifully crisp morning. This was the location of their reception and the photographer they had scheduled for that day bailed last minute so they never had any proper pictures made.
Tara purchased the day and surprised Adam the morning of the shoot. It was a pleasure meeting them and so fun strolling around the park getting different shots of them here and there.
Mark, a Daily Camera photog, was accompanying us to get some shots of myself working with clients for an article on the oncemany project that is set to run Mar 15th. It was a free for all fun for all.]
David Scrimgeour has been practicing Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine for nearly 20 years. In 2002, he had a vision to create an apothecary in the true sense of the word—a place where people could come for natural remedies that really worked. A place where people could ask questions and speak with experienced health professionals.
Along with Kathy Thorpe, Certified Classical Homeopath, they created Six Persimmons on the west end of Pearl in Boulder, CO to be just that place. Being a Certified Herbologist, David has spent 19 years refining a revolutionary Cold Remedy product labeled Cold Nip.
While most over-the-counter pharmaceutical remedies aim to relieve symptoms, rarely do they try to eliminate the virus that causes the cold. Cold Nip, including a perfect mix of nearly 20 herbs, combines the most effective natural ingredients to relieve symptoms, boost the immune system, and eliminate the virus. Cold Nip has been clinically tested with significant positive results and no adverse side effects.
Six Persimmons offers acupuncture, massage, facials, and the answers to all your homeopathic questions. David + Kathy are true masters at healing and preventative care. The body is the most precious vessel, treat it right with natural remedies that aren’t merely manufactured claims but proven effective for thousands of years.
Cold Nip should be and I presume will become a staple in every one’s medicine cabinet as the go to remedy for the onset of any cold or flu. Stop by their shop today and pick up a bottle to have on hand for that first tickle or sign of illness.
[About this Shoot: I met David + Kathy at Six Persimmons. We wanted to display the Cold Nip product that they've created. Set atop a beautiful end table with a Chinese rice paper tapestry hanging behind, we put out some of the many herbs that make up Cold Nip on a wooden tray.]
Silhouetted by the Setting Sum
18″ x 6″
Edition, 1 of 1 (Signed + Numbered)
Archival Pigment inks on Ultra Premium Luster archival paper
$62.00 (shipped) – Available
i found a wish coin
washed smooth with
dreams removed.
layed it flat on a granite table,
its matte silver side faced up.
i impressed a thumb print
and voiced the words
the Navajo speak.
the moon cleared midnight
from all past shadows
and said I miss you
with two syllables
that took three years.
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[Print Details: This photo was taken at Saguaro National Park in Arizona. The sun was setting and I thought each one of these cactus silhouettes seemed to have a persona. Each subtly saying goodbye before nights darkness left them concealed and never seen again. While you have the choice to present the print in its proper right-side-up position, I recommend the opposite as displayed here.
I’ve decided that on unbooked days throughout the year (although I’d love for them all to get bookings) I am going to offer Limited Edition prints from my personal work and collections. Each print will cost what ever the price of the unbooked day is. Therefore, today’s print is $62.00 (shipped). The print will remain for sale throughout the year until sold.
This is the only print that will ever be released of this photo, signed and numbered 1 of 1, with one Artists Proof to be kept for myself. This release is printed with archival pigment inks on 5 Star Ultra Premium Luster archival paper and the approximate size is 18″ x 6″.]
Tee & Cakes • 1932 14th Street, Boulder, CO • 720.406.7548
Tee & Cakes is the most original bakery you’ll likely visit. A combo Bakery and Design press, this spot is the epitome of the uniqueness a “mom + pop” can offer.
Owned and operated by pastry chef Kim Boos and graphic designer Brian Wood, the shop offers daily sweet eats which can include a mix of cupcakes (8-12 flavors), brownies, cookies, croissants, bagels, biscuits, scones, tea breads, and muffins. Seasonal pies, cake pops, and specialty flavors often join the lineup. They also take custom orders for Weddings or any special event worth celebrating.
They have created their own apparel line labeled Side B. These are original short run designs printed on quality garments and vintage goods. Up for purchase are men’s and women’s t-shirts, tanks, hoodies, scarves, onsies, and various other buttons + merchandise.
A full coffee and espresso bar is housed in the bakery and features Boulder Organic Coffee – an organic, fair-trade artisan coffee roaster based in Boulder dedictated to small-batch, quality roasts. The barista staff is passionate and trained to create great drinks and they also carry local organic tea and chai.
Check out their website for more info. Give them a follow on Twitter @teeandcakes to grab special deals and start thinking of what sweets you’ll want to score for your upcoming St. Paddy’s Day.
Today marks the 11th Anniversary of Insight Designs and they’ve racked up a hefty portfolio of website and design clients getting here. Founded in 1999, the company started from a pair of award-winning journalists from the Detroit Free Press. While on leave from the Free Press, Beth Krodel + Nico Toutenhoofd decided to experiment with their entrepreneurial skills and fascination of a booming and largely unknown internet.
It worked. Insight Designs, now a team of 12 located on the Pearl Street Mall in downtown Boulder, CO, took off and has ever since been a firm whose work is highly sought. Needless to say, neither Beth or Nico returned to the Free Press. Being a full-service interactive agency, ID offers world-class design, animation, programming, marketing, and a portfolio of websites that’s just exceeded the 300 mark.
For 6 years they’ve been named to the Mercury 100 which honors the 100 fastest growing private companies in Boulder + Broomfield counties. They show no signs of slowing. It’s about time you joined the new decade, the new century, and let Insight Designs lead the way towards a proper web presence. Check out their stunning portfolio and contact them to discuss your options.
[About this Shoot: I met up with Beth + Nico at their Boulder office. Two personalities that instantly lit up the room and made me feel comfortably at ease. While Java, the office dog and beloved ID mascot, took in some much deserved Z's off to the side, I captured some comfortable couch portraits of Beth + Nico.
We then headed out to the roof for some industrial and flatiron backdrops on a crisp and bright morning. It was such a fun shoot and I thoroughly enjoyed chatting with them both. Through their dedication, hard work, and genuine identity, it's no wonder they've been so successful.]
The Dinner Detective is an interactive murder mystery dinner show. It’s a four-course sit-down dinner in which each guest is allowed to choose their own entree. In between each course of the meal, another part of the show is revealed and the plot thickens.
The show is an interactive and improvised comedic murder mystery set in the present day. Besides the two helpful detectives, none of the performers are dressed in costume, but instead are dressed just like everyone else; therefore you do not know who is a part of the show and who isn’t.
The show takes place throughout the entire room, and performers may actually be seated at your table, so part of the fun from the beginning is trying to figure out who’s involved in the crime and who’s not.
Throughout the night, murders and mayhem will occur, hidden clues will come forth and the Detectives will help everyone try to solve the crime. In the end, there’s a prize package for the Top Sleuth who solves the crime.
This show is a unique way to enjoy dinner out on the town at a very reasonable price. Check out their website for a location nearest you and make some reservations. You’ll want to experience this at least once. Continue reading for more photos. Continue reading
Boulder Digital Works • 1011 Walnut Street, 2nd Floor, Boulder, CO
Boulder Digital Works is a 60 week program and new kind of digital learning environment developed by the University of Colorado at Boulder through the early support of founding partner MDC Partners and with input from Sweden’s Hyper Island and The Society of Digital Agencies (SoDA).
BDW is a project-based and accredited learning initiative focused on developing today and tomorrow’s digital leaders and entrepreneurs. With a mix of Business, Creativity, and Technology, this program is a real-time learning experience through teaching current and future skills within the industry.
In 60 Weeks, you’ll learn to think globally, design innovatively, and learn to see past perceived barriers. You’ll be exposed to some of the brightest minds in the digital world. You’ll come out of the program with the ability to think big — and the skill set to make it happen.
Check out the website for more details. Start now to get your application in for the next session. If the 60 week program isn’t right for you, look into the 36 hour workshops. The next workshop, “Making Digital Work”, is April 14-16 and led by Matt Howell of Modernista! and Gareth Kay of Goodby Silverstein & Partners.
Also, every Wednesday, BDW hosts “Idea Studio.” This is an interactive presentation in which different leaders and entrepreneurs come in from various agencies and speak to the public about what they do, how they got there, and how to think creatively.
Regardless of your knowledge or experience in the digital world, you’ll always get something out of it. It’s a great networking opportunity and BDW is so lucky to have these creative minds share their ideas and insights with us. Continue reading
WE ARE SCIENCE! explores how truth emerges in the interactions of the moment. Through improvised performances and interactive installations, thought DJs Adam Good and Jon Lee remix fragments of words, sounds, movements, and experiences to unlock the unexpected, the inexplicable, and the profoundly obvious.
There’s really no right or certain way to describe these guys. I think you just have to experience them. I began this journey to attain some familiarity through watching the various performance videos on their website.
I was very interested in their interactive word remix project, ART IS. What they did was take words that certain artists used to describe their own artwork, feelings, experiences, etc. They then made note cards with these individual words on each.
The idea is to use these cards of words to complete the prompt ART IS and give it a spontaneous definition. Watch this short interactive performance below to see the experiment in action.
What I’ve done for this photo is I watched their THIS IS WHAT I BROUGHT video. I jotted down keywords that they used throughout that specific performance. I then wrote these words onto note cards and thumbtacked them to my wall. I added some vinyl lettering of the prompt ART IS and then chose my definition from the words. I post processed the photo by de-saturating the red wall color to black to create more clarity and contrast with the cards.
Challenge: Quickly create your own interpretation from this finite set of words. Finish the prompt ART IS using any of the words in the photo and add it in the comments. You may add simple words between or change the tense of the words as you go. Don’t leave this page without doing this or you’ll have many years of bad luck and attic gnomes will repel down upon you while you sleep and scratch your eyes out (and you don’t want that). Continue reading
Fashionista Photo • 1045 Pearl Street, Boulder CO • (720).352.4096 Mention oncemany and get a free 8″ x 10″ print from your shoot
Grab some special outfits and prepare yourself for two hours of fashion euphoria. Rick Cummings has been operating the Fashionista Photography Studio in the heart of downtown Boulder on West Pearl for over 12 years.
You’ll get to have as many clothing changes as you want and have the time to find your inner fashion model. Rick is great at creating a comfortable atmosphere for clients so they feel their best. These fun sessions let you express yourself, play, and be seen.
Don’t want to go at it alone? Invite a group of friends for a girls-night-out photo shoot. Go big and add a make-up artist with the option to get prints, books, and magazines of your shoot.
[About this Shoot: I wanted to capture a behind-the-scenes look at Rick working in his studio and include the lighting, backdrop, and shots of the make-up artist to give the readers a feel for how it all goes down. Thanks to Rick and big thanks to the very stunning sister duo, makeup artist Josie and model Alex.]
Live : Now (Rule of Thirds 2012)
19″ x 13″
Edition, 1 of 1 (Signed + Numbered)
Archival pigments inks on Ultra Premium Luster archival paper
$55.00 (Shipped)- Available
Tuesday, January 20th, 2009. Barack Hussein Obama is inaugurated as the 44th President of the United States of America. As I was watching his inauguration speech on television I had “that” feeling.
That instance where you realize the moment is grand enough to boast about 30 years later that you were alive and this is what you were doing. It often takes moments like these to jolt the soul, let you know you have the choice. The choice to pay attention, give up the ideas of insignificance, and become something.
I then decided that I needed to somehow capture this night; this moment. I had recently purchased a Zero Image (Zero 2000) pinhole camera and therefore also creating reasons to use it.
I had a roll of Ilford Delta 100 Pro in the camera. I attached it to a tripod and set it up directly in front of an old school 51″ CRT Big Screen, paused the live DVR recording of the speech, and did a long exposure.
I love the way it turned out, the overweight subject in the back left, the motion blur on his hand doing the “raise your right hand” swear in, and the LIVE station overlay in the bottom right. A bonus conspiracy theory lies encrypted within this photo + title as well. Enjoy.
wow! certainly sums up the industrial design + multi-medium sculpture work from Barrett Rogers. His experiment with childhood and through to a humility filled high school adventure happened in Mattapoisett, Massachusetts. Shortly after graduating he ventured out, bouncing from state to state on a seemingly endless college career.
He spent about 3 years each pursuing majors including painting, sculpture, and interior design before finally settling in on industrial design. Barrett honed his design + finishing skills at Pratt Institute in Brooklyn, NY while working as an architectural model builder.
After graduating from Pratt, Barrett moved here to Colorado. He designs and builds everything from Furniture to Jewelry, which is sold through retail spots in Denver and Boulder, and provides consulting services on various projects and graphic design.
Check out his work and contact him to discuss commissioning him for a custom project or to carry his designs in your retail store.
[About this Shoot: I met Barrett at his home in Lafayette, CO to do a portrait and showcase some of his work. Positioning him atop one of his wooden coffee table designs, surrounded by various toys + sculpture, and below the large "wow!" wall piece; I wanted to capture him in a casual, comfortable, and introspective pose.] Continue reading
Rawana, King of Lanka (2009)
12″ x 13″
Edition, 1 of 1 (Signed + Numbered)
Archival pigment inks on Ultra Premium Luster archival paper
$53.00 (shipped) – Available
Ramayana is one of the great Hindu holy books and tells the story of Prince Rama and his Princess Sita. The evil Rawana, King of Lanka, disguises his Prime Minister as a golden deer and lures Prince Rama into the forest. With Princess Sita now alone, King Rawana pounces and carries her off to his hideaway.
Hanuman, the white monkey god, informs Princess Sita that Rama is trying to rescue her and gives her Rama’s ring as proof of contact. When Rama arrives he is met by King Rawana’s son, Megananda, who shoots an arrow that magically turns into a snake and ties Rama up.
Fortunately, he is able to call upon Garuda (mythical man-bird creature) who helps him escape. With the help of Hanuman and his monkey army, a great battle where good defeats evil occurs and Rama + Sita return home safely.
[About this Photo: Last October I spent a week in Bali, Indonesia for vacation. This story is portrayed every night with full costume, dance, chanting, and fire at Uluwatu, one of the most spectacular Hindu temples on the island, high atop a cliff overlooking the Indian Ocean. The performance is called Kecak and includes a large choir of men chanting "kecak..cak..cak.." which imitates a troupe of monkeys. Each of the characters are ornately decorated in costume and dramatically animated.
I was lucky enough to be positioned right up front throughout the performance and the finale involving a ring of fire as an attempt to burn Hanuman, the white monkey god, reminded me how close I was to the action. Considering the location of the cliff temple, at sunset, and the actors performing a traditional story with such enthusiasm, this turned out to be one of the greatest things I may ever witness.]
[Print Details: I’ve decided that on unbooked days throughout the year (although I’d love for them all to get bookings) I am going to offer Limited Edition prints from my personal work and collections. Each print will cost what ever the price of the unbooked day is. Therefore, today’s print is $53.00 (shipped). The print will remain for sale throughout the year until sold.
This is the only print that will ever be released of this photo, signed and numbered 1 of 1, with one Artists Proof to be kept for myself. This release is printed with archival pigment inks on 5 Star Ultra Premium Luster archival paper and the approximate size is 12″ x 13″.]
Sometimes we forget to take into account the full comprisement of what Health means. We often get caught up solely on the physical aspect of being healthy when in reality all areas of our lives including the environmental, nutritional, emotional, social, and spiritual aspects need just as much attention and exercise.
The Green Room, located at 1738 Pearl Street Suite 100 M in Boulder, was established in November of last year and is locally owned and operated. They’re dedicated to the holistic health of patients and understand that each individuals treatment is wholly different and should be targeted with a cooperative balance of physical and mental techniques. The Green Room staffs Massage therapists, Acupuncturists, and acts as dispensary and caregiver for medical marijuana patients.
Owned and staffed by a Cancer survivor, a Multiple Sclerosis patient, and chronic pain sufferers; these professionals know first hand the benefits which holistic care can provide. They also understand that it’s of utmost importance to provide service in a safe, legal, and educative manner and they go above and beyond to ensure privacy, safety, and appropriate operations. The Green Room offers many varieties of organic products, espresso, tinctures, and baked goods which are all locally made or grown.
The space they’ve designed is one of the warmest + most comfortable places I’ve been in. They promote respectable, well balanced technique + treatment to qualified patients that are serious about their health and want to live a more comfortable and happier life. If you’ve been searching for that “right fit” dispensary with holistic care, look no further.
Stop in any time or call them (303.945.4074) to talk about your options with a free consult. Check out their website and give them a follow on Twitter @TGRBoulder. More photos after the jump . . . Continue reading
