Take me back to the Summer days as a kid...............

How can any of us not long for the days of Summer as a kiddo?  I mean, C'mon.  You got to hang out with friends, eat tons of ice cream, ride banana seat bikes around all day and into the evening, catch fireflies, go to camp and play kick the can..........so, so simple and fun.

Funny thing about remembering all of that good stuff as a kid?  Those great memories jump right to the front of my mind when I see other kids - today - enjoying the same things.  I loved this shoot that Heath did.  We got to do all of those "basic" things.  Play in the sprinkler, blow bubbles, create artistic masterpieces with sidewalk chalk, eat ice cream, popsicles and watermelon till it was coming out of our ears.  Life was good!   It was a great production crew and although it was work, it was a fun day that got us a lot of great images.  Everyone walked away happy.

That's what we aim for each day.  Walk away happy.  Communicate well.  Meet or exceed expectations.  Have fun and make sure that you enjoy every moment.  It IS work, but work can and should be fun too.

Eat well.  Live happy.

www.heathrobbins.com

Letting in all happen........or making it look that way

Do you remember the days of just letting it all go and enjoying the moment, not a care in the world?  Some days, don't you wish for it?  Okay - most days I wish for it, but then I remember - I'm a planner, a producer, an organizer.  In this role - we make it happen for others and make it look "easy".   And so that's how shoots happen that look flawless. 

These young girls were great on set and embodied all the fun that Summer can hold.  So, casting was spot on.  The crew was all that we wanted and so much more.  Styling and propping hit the mark - exactly - and the location, that worked too.  Boom, it all happened and the marks were hit.  Success.

It's all the little pieces that need to come into play, boxes that need to be checked off with care.  Crossing the T's and dotting the I's.

Seamless.

And that's what we do.

www.heathrobbins.com

Happy New Year???

It's the last hurrah of Summer, Labor Day weekend!  Hard to believe that the Summer has come and is almost gone.  How did that happen?  Each year - I always think that this is, once again, a time of rebirth.........enjoying the past and jumping full-fledged into a new year.

So, Happy New Year!

Okay - may seem odd to some of you, but many of us aren't beholden to the calendar year - but think of our year by "school year" or "sports season."  So here we are,......beginning again.

I love this time of the year - thinking about all of the fun things to come work wise and being able to make more plans to see my Industry friends who will be in the office, creatively planning things.......collaboration, here we come!

Heath recently had a chance to plan some fun while capturing some awesome Summer fun. 

Lucky Guy!

www.heathrobbins.com

Summer Fridays......make it count.

Summer Friday.  

We have so few left for this "Summer."  That said, isn't a Summer Friday all about enjoyment, making the most of your time, something special - like a bonus for getting all of your work done and done well, before you head to your "pleasure."

It's kind of like planning appropriately and truly fulfilling expectations, right?

I like the notion of doing your job and doing it thoroughly because there really doesn't seem to be a reason to ever do something half-assed.  Seriously.  Does anyone actually begin something and say, "hey, I just don't feel like it today - think I'll do everything just 80% because that's a pretty good percentage?"  I don't think so.  Simply drives me crazy.  Do something.  Do it well and give it your all or just don't do it.

Summer Fridays, every day - they're a bonus...........make the most out of everything you do and have.  It's all a blessing.  Make it count.

www.jasonevansimagery.com

Drinks, drinks and more drinks..............

Oh my goodness, it's a hot one out there folks! Please stay hydrated and, sit in front of the computer in your AC and look at Eric Kulin's cool work...........why not? Of course, that's if you can't be in a pool, sprinkler, lake or sitting at the ocean!

www.erickulin.com

Yummy, stopping by a veggie stand today???

Seriously, I don't know if there is anything better than a fresh tomato with basil and warm, crusty bread and maybe a little olive oil drizzled on top. Mmmm Mmmm Mmmm! It has to be one of my favorite things to enjoy over the Summer months. You can see more goodies, just like this by taking a peek at Jim's site. Enjoy!!!

http://jimscherer.com

Summer Fun..........

Tie-dye tee shirts, swings and things............items that just seem to scream the easy attitude of the Summer. Livin' is easy........enjoy all of these little moments and take a look at how well Double Image Studio captures these moments. Their camera is always ready to capture, please take a look at some of their work on their site. Have a good weekend!

http://www.doubleimagestudio.com

Fried Green Tomatoes - YUM!!!

And I am not talking about the movie, but I just love, love, love these tomatoes. Must be because my mother is from the South - but truly, if you haven't tasted this before...........now is the time to try. Yummy!!!

Take a look at more of Jim's work for ideas.........

http://www.jimscherer.com

Dinner Idea???

This may be called an "Autumn Picnic", but it sure looks good to me for a Summer Dinner. What do you think? The Sunday Globe always has such great ideas and recipes to share. Wish I could cook as well as they do - ALL THE TIME!!!

http://www.jimscherer.com

Strawberries and Summer..............MMmmmmm!

Summer is in full swing and I feel like everywhere I look, people are talking about the stash of fresh fruits and veggies that are here or on their way. Definitely one of my favorite times of the year! Here's a piece that Jim did for the Globe Magazine..........to see more, please look in the project section on Jim's website. Thanks!!!

www.jimscherer.com

Ahhhh...........sunshine and warmth

All I can think about today - other than work - is Summertime. I am longing for the sun and the warmth and this image by Double Image Studio simply makes me feel good. Can't wait for beach time. Being with family and friends...............I love when images make you feel that way. If you'd like to see more images like this, please take a look at their site.

http://www.doubleimagestudio.com

we SPRING forward on Sunday, can that mean Summer soon?

Can I PLEASE start thinking about the SUMMER???
John and I are ready to, how about you? Take a look and rekindle some warm thoughts......

http://www.johnearlephoto.com