Author: Jake
We had a pretty packed weekend. Saturday afternoon we checked out the Rock Steady Crew’s 35th B-boy battle at the Redbull space on Thompson St. It was some pretty good stuff. But, I have to mention that the round we watched didn’t hold a candle to last year’s competition.
We only stayed for one round of the B-boy battle (about 6 or so battles) before heading to the highline. It was Reagan’s first time visiting. It was my first time visiting the newly opened northern section of it. We entered on Gansevoort, and walked the whole thing from south to north. I didn’t read the rules for the Highline. But apparently one of them reads something like “at least one person in your party must have a large SLR hanging around their neck.” I’m glad that they made an exception for me, and let me carry it in my backpack. There were at least 3 people who were either separated from their group, or who had just sneaked in by pretending they were with someone carrying a large camera. Anyway, since we were required to bring one, we snapped a few shots.
Reagan bought an ice cream sandwich that was made from two peanut butter cookies with banana ice cream in between. It was called the “Elvis.” Named, of course, after two of the main items found in Elvis’s bowel during the autopsy. Is that a gross way to put it? Because the sandwich wasn’t gross at all.
Reagan shared a few bites with me, then snapped a shot of me (slouching) chatting with the baker/vendor.
Welcome to Monday. I can’t believe that it is already August. Where has my life gone?
Author: Jake
Sunday evening, Reagan and Jen decided that they wanted to do their hair like the late Amy Winehouse, as a tribute. So, Reagan styled them both up, and we snapped a couple of shots on the roof. I can’t say that I was personally a huge fan of Winehouse. But, I certainly respect the mark that she made.
Author: Jake
We have been a bit lax (or too busy) as of late to shoot any video for Hairdresser on Fire. We finally knocked one out last weekend. Here is how it came out.
We actually just recently found out that we will actually be shooting a series sponsored by the brand Aussie. Totally looking forward to it
Author: Jake
Reagan and I spent the majority of the weekend, starting Friday, in Eastern Long Island. The occasion was for our close friend Sarah’s wedding. The wedding was amazing. It was a lot of work for Reagan, since she was actually in the wedding. The bride and all of the maids looked flawless (Reagan published a few photos more wedding photos on Hairdresser on fire). Reagan was no exception. I sneaked my camera along in a tote. I didn’t want to be that guy waving around a big camera, as if the people who were being paid mad cash to shoot the thing weren’t doing a sufficient job. One of the favs that I snapped was the image above.
Saturday evening, we were chilling in the hotel room, and the light was just blasting in from the window, right before the sun set. Reagan was sitting on the bed eating some swedish fish, when I snapped this one. This ended up being one of my favorite shots from the weekend.
Author: Jake
I posted one of these images a while back, vaguely mentioning what it was about. Well…. One of Reagan’s friends and long-time client has worked in fashion forever. She recently left her full time gig, in order to freelance. She had this idea where she would use her apartment to style up items, photograph them and sell them online. A few weeks ago she asked me if I would like to shoot it, and help with the web stuff. It sounded fun, so of course I said yes. Anyway, The site went live today. I think that it is pretty cool, given the fact that it was all done with two days of shooting, and only about a week and a half of coding (mostly done by my friend Joe, who I enlisted to help share the load). Anyway, check it out when you get a chance. The site is Hollysapartment.com. Also, check out the write-up in Racked, today. Here are the rest of the rooms we shot, below–
Author: Jake
We had a great weekend, with all sorts of patriotic activities. Sunday night, Reagan threw a bachelorette party for her friend who is getting married next weekend. I took the opportunity, while she was out, to build and install her new desk in the former guest bedroom.
She didn’t waste any time putting it to use.
Monday, we barbequed on the roof with our friends Joe, Jen and Frank (plus Nikki the dog) and lit sparklers. The sunset was basically the most amazing thing ever. Here are a few images from the festivities.
The shot below was some team work. Reag wrote “Happy,” Jen wrote “Fourth.”
The next photo was all my idea (haha). Frank shot it for us.
You will probably recognize my hand style on this one.
Author: Jake
Last night was one of the rare occasions that I made it into the East Village. Shockingly enough, this time it wasn’t to get my Crif Dog fix. I shot a soiree for Lucky Magazine held at a little speakeasy styled spot on East 3rd. Reagan joined the party after she left the salon. Our friend Amanda also met up with us. We had a great time and made some new friends. One more shot–
Author: Jake
When Reagan got home on Monday night, she didn’t waste any time showing me all of the video and photos that she shot while she was in Chicago. I have been working with her for the past few months trying to get her comfortable shooting the 5D in Manual. She took it with her on her trip, and didn’t have to call me once to ask me how to adjust the settings. The images came out awesome. I’m super proud of her. As I write this, she is in my office sorting everything out, in lightroom. If that wasn’t enough, check out her video skills! She shot and cut this whole thing herself.
Anyway, enough bragging about the wife. Today was one of those days where I didn’t waste one minute. I woke up at 5:30, Moved the car. Came home and changed into running gear, went for a run. After showering, I packed a messenger bag (with work clothes, camera and bike lock), took the train to Brooklyn. In Brooklyn, I stopped by M. Cuomo’s old apartment and picked up a bike that Mike left for me with his former roomie. From there, I rode across the Williamsburg Bridge, cross town, and down to the FiDi for work. I tried out the new parking area inside of the gated parking garages at my building. It was amazing. No anxiety about the bike getting ripped off, all day long. I was super busy, at the office, which made the day fly by. I know this is getting boring, but I must continue. After work, I rode to a gallery to shoot an opening. Then rode home. I have spent the rest of the evening setting up my new laptop that Reagan and Piper got me for Father’s Day. I’m writing this post from that very computer. The end.
Author: Jake
It was a pretty good one. As a bonus, the light was extra pretty while we were driving. Not a bad way to start out the week.
If you haven’t entered to win the Manfrotto kit, hurry up. I’m closing comments on Wednesday and announcing the winner on Thurs. Get stoked.
Author: Jake
We had a great visit with Piper on Saturday. I think that she did miss me. She was definitely jonesing for some shoulder rides. We had a super busy morning, so we hung out with PJ pretty much all afternoon, into the evening. We gave her a bath and put her in her PJs, then tucked her in. She was nothing less than absolutely adorable throughout then entire visit. I included some shots of bath time, below.
And finally.. probably my favorite shots of the day–
