Nearly a decade I used to do regular work for the University of Michigan, across several departments and colleges. Over the years, I’ve been able to keep a relationship going which has evolved into me being involved with media projects from time to time. While this is usually just editing remotely, I was asked to come up and direct a multi-camera shoot for a recent video project.
Read MoreI spent two days taking stills of competitors at Peabody Ice Climbing, in Fenton, Michigan, for the 2018 North American Ice Climbing Championships.
Read MoreEvery winter I make the drive up north to Munising, Michigan, to spend a few weeks ice climbing and taking on a few video and photo jobs while there. 2017 was no exception, as my activities included climbing with athletes to flying drones for a Japanese film crew.
Read MoreAmidst a tumultuous couple of months that had been jam-packed with video shoots around the country, in early July I found myself in Michigan for my good friend Jakob's wedding. While enjoying a draft german beer at the reception, compliments of Jakob's new father-in-law, Jen and I chatted up our buddy Scott and after about 10 minutes, we had all but planned out specifics for a kayaking trip on the Two Hearted River. Four weeks later, we were on the water, but only after having made an unexpected trip to the animal hospital...
Read MoreWow, Bill Thompson and the crew of Downwind Sports did a stellar job at the 2016 Michigan Ice Fest! There were a number of sponsors in the mix this year, led by the charge of Black Diamond as Title Sponsor. We’ve been attending the event for years and this one certainly raised the bar!
Read MoreWhile written articles and word of mouth have their benefits – in this day and age, videos are a superb way to market a business. With this in mind, and after seeing some of the work Mike had done on the Michigan Ice Film, Garrett reached out to us about creating a video that would help show what Peabody Ice Climbing is all about.
Read MoreIt’s safe to say that when the ball dropped on the evening of December 31st, 2014, I had no idea that in twelve short months I would be writing a summary of my experiences from my new home base in Lexington. I’ll try to keep this as brief as possible, while exploring the notable jobs and events of the year, as well as the decisions that led my partner Jen and I to a somewhat unlikely destination.
Read MoreI got to spend a few weeks helping shoot scenes for the Michigan Ice Film, all about ice climbing in Northern Michigan. I shot, I snowshoed, and I froze my ass off. Here's why.
Read MoreI spent 3 weeks in freezing cold Michigan to shoot ice climbers, and enjoy some time back in my home state with friends new and old. In this post, I'll share images, videos, and some background from my crazy frozen adventure!
Read MoreWhat do you do when asked to shoot photos to document a microbrew beer festival? You pack your bag and ask where to park!
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Photo travel blog of an overnight kayaking trip along the coast of Lake Huron, near Alpena, Michigan.
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