Shooting Away...

So far, so good. We have wrapped shoots in Ireland and are now in Norway. Some really great content so far too. Last nights graffiti shoot in the rain was really something, we did not have the best wether but we got some great stuff out of it. Just touched down in Oslo where we will be for the next week before wrapping to get back to the states for a shoot shortly after returning.

Just thought I would share this image from the Aran Islands. A really fantastic spot if you ever have the chance to explore. The history and preservation on the island is really something, not to mention standing on cliffs and ocean that would swallow you up in an instant. A vintage impression of Ireland...

Giddy Eur-UP...

Final days before heading out on a two week international shoot. With a cool, interesting lineup of shoots awaiting in Europe, just making sure all the gear is packed away neatly before heading across the pond. Will certainly be posting a few snaps from the project as it develops. Really excited the this shoot will encompass video more than we have done in the past. The potential for hybrid shoots holds a lot of potential for clients in 2012, and I'm bringing along some new gear to give this a different look.

Upon returning to the US, we have a new book launching along with some really great shoots in the works.
Check future blog posts for a sneak peak. Till then, au revoir...

Ice Time...

It's already time to start thinking about the MSHL tourney. Bauer has launched this years campaign for the tournament series, using an image I took for them last year. Remember to check out the Bauer booth at this years event to get a look at lots of great new gear!

This campaign is always great to shoot. We really try to get some behind the scenes shots that show the feeling of the event while keeping it simple, low key and emphasizing Bauer product. The challenge of getting a gritty shot at just the right moment is tough. On many shoots you can ask someone to do something again, move this hand just a little bit... things like that. This is a run and gun project that gives us awesome access to what goes on right before the puck drops. We have a rare chance to see, feel and hear the game as it unfolds...
Check out previous years blog posts to see what some of the previous spots have looked like...

Tilting Ones Perspective...

While on location in St. Louis a few weeks ago, grabbed this shot from up in the iconic St. Louis arch. Thought it was pretty cool...
Getting stuff in order for shooting in some pretty cool locations for February. Including Ireland & Malta. More, along with teasers, to come...

What To Look For...

Sr. Art Buyer Chris Peters recently gave an interview with Wonderful Machine about what he looks for in art for campaigns. He was kind enough to select one of my photos as an example. Check out the article here...

High Flying...

Excited to be starting a new personal project soon. I will be shooting both stills & motion on the Karen community here in the Twin Cities playing the amazing game of cane ball. Flips, kicks and amazing agility fill gyms when teams gather. It's truly unlike any game/event I have ever seen or covered. Stills will be the perfect addition to some high flying video, which you really have to see to believe. These are just a few stills from a scout that really do not do it justice...
I'll keep you posted...

Purina/Colle + McVoy...

After getting back from a great shoot with Purina the other days, I've been getting files ready to go from what ended up being an awesome shoot. Horse, swine, beef & dairy cattle provided the backdrop for a week of shooting in and around Missouri. Emphasizing the "pride" of the Purina brand, one that has been providing animal feed since 1894, we were photographing the people that make Purina a great brand. Had a chance to use some new gear, try some new angles and get some new smells on me from being in a swine barn all morning...

Happy Holidays...

Yeah! Back in MN for Christmas.
Wishing everyone a Happy Holiday this weekend, stoke the fire!...

MPLS -> DC -> MPLS -> ST LOUIS...

Back in Minneapolis after a great week out in DC. Had a great shoot and a great time enjoying the hustle and bustle of the city.

Just wrapped a shoot with Target here in Minneapolis and will be off shooting in St. Louis, MO all of next week.
An exciting project awaits us down south, and we'll be home just in time for the holidays!...

Back Out East...

Will be in DC here for a few days, will share some work soon!
Some exciting stuff is on the brink...

In My Lifetime...

A recent shoot with Lifetime Fitness had me profiling runners for some of their promotional materials. It was a beautiful morning and we had some great light to work with. Looking forward to more collaborations in the future. Thanks very much Drew and Mark...

Going Big!...

Going big here. Making the blog a bit bigger so you can get a better look at the images. Long overdue seeing as I working in a visual field, only made sense to make this more visual...

Budwesier/Momentum Worldwide...

Had the chance to do a shoot for Budwesier recently via Momentum Worldwide in St. Louis.

This is all I can share for the time being, but it gives you a taste of the product we were profiling. Lots of beautiful reds and iconic branding throughout the whole shoot.

Thanks to all involved on the set up and production of this shoot...

Heading down the home stretch of 2011, but there are some really exciting things coming up in the weeks to come. Stay tuned...

Tree Top Orchards...

A few shots from a recent shoot at some of Tree Top apple orchards. Got to capture a lot of really interesting content with some great people. A very special thanks goes out to Leo on this one. There is also a new campaign gallery up on the website along with a gallery of Ocean Spray work. Check it out!...

Shooting for the king of beers tomorrow, check back next week...

Portland, Oregon...

Just got back from the west coast. Showed some portfolios around town and had a shoot that will be shared soon. Not going to say too much, except to expect some cool new content from "The Fruit Loop" just west of Portland, OR.

A great city, lots of cool creative places and talent to offer and unreal grilled cheese of all things...

So, that said, and this photo shared... what did I think of Portland?

A) Impartial

B) Loved it

C) Never will return

Good luck...