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Metmedia & JNP Studios Fusion| Love Story

11.12.09

I have been anxiously waiting to see the clients cut of the fusion piece that Metmedia put together since we did the shoot a few weeks back. I got a message today from Jesse that it is finished, and I could not be more excited about how it turned out. This is what fusion is about, a professional photographer and a professional video team coming together and making an amazing product for the client. Check it out! If you are interested in having something like this done for your engagement shoot or wedding day please let me know. Packages are available!

Jared + Christy Love Story from MetMedia Video on Vimeo.

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Allison says:

This was the most sweet and genuine "love story" i've seen in a very long time. i am so happy for christy and jared. the video was amazing and i am just genuinely in awe of the photography and cinematography that went into making this.. its so easy to see why these two are getting married thank you for posting this and congrats again to the happy couple.

(11.13.09 @ 03:45 PM)

Christy says:

The video is amazing! The photos and video complement each other so well. I may have cried when Jared first showed me this... We are so appreciative of all of the work and talent that has gone in to all of this!

(11.15.09 @ 10:41 PM)

Karie McLain says:

This is awesome! Way to go Jeffrey! I love the way it all came together on the video! AWESOMENESS!

(11.16.09 @ 12:04 PM)

Marissa Rodriguez says:

That video is so beautiful! Your work is amazing!

(11.16.09 @ 04:56 PM)

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A shot from yesterday in L.A.

10.30.09

Just thought I would post a quick edit of shot the I did yesterday to finish a two day commercial shoot for J. Serra school in L.A. These shoots have been so inspiring and fulfilling to create. I have to say thank you again to Jared from Red Tail Media for this awesome Job. Take a peek.

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eliesa says:

Someone's hitting their stride!!!!! :0) LOVEe

(10.30.09 @ 01:57 PM)

josh says:

whoa. amazing.

(10.30.09 @ 08:03 PM)

Karine says:

Great work! love it.

(10.31.09 @ 06:25 AM)

Christy says:

These photos are great! This looks like a Nike ad, actually it looks better than a Nike ad!

(10.31.09 @ 01:13 PM)

Jenny says:

Love your use of light ! You always use it so well ! Christy is right, this photo looks better than Nike's ad ! Your clients must be thrilled !

(11.01.09 @ 01:51 AM)

ray santana says:

Niiiice Jeff. Get well soon Gracie bjj baby... Major goodtimes

(11.03.09 @ 05:18 PM)

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Why not Wednesdays, tough times, doing what you love and faith!

10.28.09

So, I have a new thing that I will be starting. Every Wednesday I am just going to do a post just because. Why Not!!!! I guess to share a little more about me as well as to kill the lull that happens in the middle of every week. So here goes my first one.

The images above is one of my favorite images that I have taken this year. While I was in Africa I literally stumbled upon this scene of a Father siting with his son waiting to hear the news if his mom is going to be ok at the hospital. What caught my eye is the quote behind them saying "you'll never walk alone." As I sit and spend time with this image it speaks volumes to me. I know that all of us need other people to live and experience this life with. I am not saying that we can not be independent, but to some degree we really do need other people. This person for me is my wife.

The idea of having others to experience our life's triumphs and trials is a very comforting thought. As my wife and I were talking about our future plans to start a family and owning my own photography business, I started to go down the road of "will this provide the life I want for my family"? As I brought up other ideas, nervously thinking about other options, my wife looked up at me and said, "I don't care about money, I just want you to keep doing what you love" In that moment all of my fears and anxieties were gone. It was that moment that I remembered how much I love and need my wife's support. I don't have to do this alone. I cherish and adore my wife and her passion to be a part of my life and loves.

I love being a photographer. I have chosen this as a profession because I am passionate about people and making images that express both my subject and myself. I think this time every year I get into a little funk, maybe because the season is winding down, maybe because I am just crazy, but having my best friend by my side is incredible. I also trust in God to provide what I need, to have the family I desire. Even though we are all feeling the effects to some degree of this economy, I know that with my wife and my God, life is good and I am way more blessed than I ought to be.

As many of you know I love Ansel Adams and his work. I also love his quotes so here is one for the middle of your week.

"In wisdom gathered over time I have found that every experience is a form of exploration."

-Ansel Adams

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Kim Purificacion Ma says:

Amazing picture!

(10.28.09 @ 01:33 PM)

eliesa says:

Well said. I LOVE YOUR WIFE TOO!!!!

(10.29.09 @ 08:33 AM)

shortER says:

AMAZING picture!!!!

(11.10.09 @ 08:48 AM)

shortER says:

AMAZING picture!!!!

(11.10.09 @ 08:49 AM)

Rosaura Sandoval says:

Wow! This picture moves me. Thank you!

(11.24.09 @ 12:06 AM)

Josh Ulmer says:

First off the image is amazing and love everything about it!

Secondly, thanks for this post..I'm working a full-time side jopb..but a transition is coming and I have to make a choice...and really feel that it's time to make that leap to going home as a full-time photog..my wife is already home doing it and we have a lil 8mnth old girl.

I would love any insight you'd feel to share..shoot me an email!

(11.24.09 @ 05:24 AM)

Josh Ulmer says:

First off the image is amazing and love everything about it!

Secondly, thanks for this post..I'm working a full-time side jopb..but a transition is coming and I have to make a choice...and really feel that it's time to make that leap to going home as a full-time photog..my wife is already home doing it and we have a lil 8mnth old girl.

I would love any insight you'd feel to share..shoot me an email!

(11.24.09 @ 05:24 AM)

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Two days of creating with Red Tail Media in LA!

10.24.09

I usually do not post non-wedding shoots on this blog but I really wanted to share a few images from the last week. I met Jared from Red Tail Media when he and his lovely fiancé Christy booked me to shoot their wedding. Since then Jared and I have started to collaborate on some projects with his business partner Chris.

This last week we were in LA shooting at two schools trying to get some really cool ESPN looking shots that really would get people excited about the sports programs at these private schools. So, here are just a few from the two days.

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cami says:

These look AWESOME.

(10.24.09 @ 09:58 AM)

christy says:

Jeff, these look great!! I think it's awesome that you and Jared are able to collaborate on projects. I especially love the first pic..Marijon's eyes look amazing and really convey the stories of 4 decades of coaching. Can't wait to see the final product!

(10.24.09 @ 10:12 AM)

Jared says:

Rad. I'll send you the stair shot this afternoon. I love the shot of Ancic. That one is pretty much done right outta the box, no processing required.

(10.24.09 @ 01:03 PM)

jesse tarnoff says:

Wow. That last shot is so legit. Nice work guys.

(10.25.09 @ 11:00 PM)

Jonathan Metcalf says:

Jeffrey and Jared together- dynamite combination. I've seen how you two play off each other creatively and generate inspiration. These pics are killer. Where can we see more?!

(10.28.09 @ 08:48 AM)

Jenny says:

oh man, Jeff, you've been busy since I have gone to Paris ! Great job with the sports photos ! Have you consider taking on sports commercial photography? I bet you'll knock their socks off !

(11.01.09 @ 01:53 AM)

Michael says:

Mind sharing the PP on these photos? They are inspiring.

(11.02.09 @ 11:05 PM)

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Langham Pasadena and a miniature!

10.10.09

I know I have done several post's about using the tilt-shift lens but I just thought this was very cool and really shows what you can do with this lens. By tilting the lens it almost gives this image the feel of being a miniature. I think it is such an awesome effect. Even though the boys are smaller in the image it gives the allusion that they are bigger than they are.

This was taken at the wedding I shot last week with Mark Brooke, which we all know that Mark loves the tilt-shift lens. Love to hear some thoughts.

Ok, I am headed out to shoot a wedding but just thought I would blog on this Saturday morning.

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eliesa says:

This is one of my favorite shots, like this of yours, ever! for soem reason its so much more clean and lovely! LOVE IT!

(10.11.09 @ 08:58 AM)

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