My work

New Short Film: UW Bothell Commencement 2011

Diversity, Multimedia, My work, Published work, University of Washington, UW Bothell

UW Bothell hired me to produce a short film at their commencement ceremonies again this year. For you techie types out there, I used a Canon 5D mark II on a monopod to shoot most of the footage, and my lens throughout the day was generally a Canon 24-70 f/2.8. I cut the project on Final Cut Pro 7, probably my last project on their version 7 before I switch over to using strictly Final Cut Pro X … but we’ll see.

It was a long day of filming, during which I also broadcasted the ceremony live online with the assistance of Seattle photographer Karlie Roland. I was exhausted after the long day but very happy with the results. A funny side note: I too was graduating this year with a Master of Arts in Cultural Studies, so I got to film my own ceremony. Keep an eye out for the folks who are in my graduating cohort (bonus points if you can spot them. I managed to avoid being in the film myself!).

Well, have a look at the project below!

 

Announcing Chapel Rock Wedding Studios

Multimedia, My work, Still photography, Video, Weddings

I’m building a lot of new projects these days and I am very excited to announce Chapel Rock Wedding Studios, which I have created in partnership with Seattle photographer Theo Stroomer. Chapel Rock is the name of a landmark on a beach on Orcas Island in Puget Sound’s enchanting San Juan Islands. We have created our business to attract couples who are choosing to get married in the San Juans, Western Washington, and the greater Pacific Northwest region. So if you are looking for San Juan Islands wedding photographers or Seattle wedding photographers, give our website a visit or give us a call! You’ll see samples of our work on the Chapel Rock Wedding Studios website. If you are familiar with our work, you’ll also know I’m skilled in video production and Theo even has a degree in film, so of course we also specialize in creating beautiful HD short films at your wedding. Make sure to include us in your search for San Juan Islands wedding videographers or Seattle wedding videographers! We look forward to hearing from you!

Teaser Trailer: With Nature in Mind

Multimedia, My work, UW Bothell

This is a short one-minute trailer for an upcoming project on the wetlands restoration project at the co-located campus of the University of Washington Bothell and Cascadia Community College. This was my first project using Apple’s newly released Final Cut Pro X, which I actually enjoyed using. Many people had other things to say about the new software. Anyway, have a look at the trailer!

Google Maps Street View Photography

Google Maps, My work, Still photography, Thoughts, UW Bothell

This image is part of a photo essay I created as part of my capstone project for the Master of Arts in Cultural Studies at UW Bothell, which I recently completed. My goal was to use the method of Google Maps “street photography,” by taking screen shots, to draw attention to the constant surveillance and organizational control that comes along with the Street View project. More images and more info to come …

 

UW Botanic Gardens

My work, Published work, Still photography, University of Washington

Continuing my portrait project for the University of Washington … The gardens at the Center for Urban Horticulture are quite impressive, thanks to the leadership of staff member Riz, at right, and help from volunteers like graduate student Jake, at left. As an alumnus of the University of Washington, I was a bit embarrassed to have never before set foot in the CUH or the nearby Union Bay Natural Area (both fall under the umbrella of the UW Botanic Gardens, which also includes the Washington Park Arboretum). The CUH and UBNA would both be great ways to spend an afternoon or even host a wedding or a party if you’re so inclined.

Seattle Tilth & Garden Volunteering in Seattle

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Continuing my project shooting for the University of Washington … student researchers and interesting experiential learning projects …

This afternoon I was at Seattle Tilth shooting student volunteers preparing for the annual plant sale in Issaquah, one of Tilth’s many plant sale events. Seattle Tilth is an awesome organization, of which I happen to also be a member.

Literacy through photography

Diversity, My work, Published work, Still photography, University of Washington

With these photos I’m continuing the project of documenting UW student researchers and experiential learning for the University of Washington. This is what the Literacy Through Photography program looks like. It’s great because UW students visit a local elementary school, teach photography, and help the students develop writing skills by having them write about their photos. The young photographer-scholars also learn about ideas of self, community, communication, family and dreams.