Doing a little more video testing with the 5DmkII. :) … [Read more...]
5D Mark II Video Test
I've been doing a little video testing lately. I was reading a post on photographer/videographer, Vincent Laforet's site the other day where he shared some of the settings he used on a Canon 5D Mark II (same camera I shoot with), so I wanted to check it out. Anyway, it gave me an excuse to do a little playing. :) … [Read more...]
Jazz and Black & White Photography
A friend of mine, jazz guitarist, Steve Jacobson was in Vegas last week and we managed to get a quick session in with our friend, flautist, Bob Winett. Of course I had my camera with me so I was able to get a few shots. I was editing these shots and decided to go with a more moody/artsy/contrasty approach. It reminded me more of the photos I'd seen of early jazz icons. Actually it was seeing so … [Read more...]
Yep, New Design
For any of you who have ever known someone like a car mechanic, you know that they have an uncontrollable impulse to constantly make modifications on their rides. Same goes for web developers. I'm constantly compelled to create a new website each time I see a new bit of web technology that I simply must have! As always, I will try and update the actual content of the site a bit more regularly. I … [Read more...]
Wanted: Small Amp / Big Sound
The age old search for beautiful tone in a lightweight amp, that won't cause a tiny amount of spinal chord damage each time there's a gig continues... I did a duo gig this past week and hauled out my Fender Twin for the occasion. This was a corporate event and not easily accessed from the road so there was a bit of 'heavy lifting' involved for a considerable distance. It really wasn't that bad, … [Read more...]
Jazz Flautist, Bob Winett
I'd like to introduce to you one of my best friends and a great player, Bob Winett. Like myself, Bob is from the Northwest. We both traveled in similar circles while we were up there but I didn't actually meet Bob until I moved to Vegas. Somehow we both ended up here. Had a short impromptu session with Bob last night. That's cool thing about this guy - you can give him a call at practically … [Read more...]
Yes, Another Redesign
Okay, this is just wrong. It seems like the only time I post here these days is when I do a new design for the website. I really do need to put more of an effort in here! On the brighter side, I hope you like the new look and feel of the site. The cool thing is it's, like the last design, mobile responsive (works great on smartphones as well as a desktop or laptop computer). But this version even … [Read more...]
Mobile Responsive (Re)design
I've been using this type of design a lot lately. It allows me to really add big presentation on the home page knowing it will work just fine on anything from a smartphone to a large desktop monitor. So if you're out and get board, use your smartphone to stop on by the site! I'd like to think that this will inspire me to spend more time here, adding more lessons, articles, video, etc. Keep your … [Read more...]
Jazz Guitarist, Rick Stone
One of my favorite things about the internet has been how it can help introduce you to people and resources from all over the world that, without the web, you may have never met. (Note: not referring to online dating sites, Russian-brides-direct-to-you, or things of that nature.) In my case I'm referring to other jazz musicians that I've had the pleasure of meeting throughout the years. … [Read more...]
Happy Birthday, Chet Baker!
Even if you don't necessarily dig jazz, trumpeter/singer, Chet Baker is the kind of musician that anyone can really get into. His playing is so romantic, lyrical and beautiful. No unnecessary notes - just soulful melodies. His singing; soft and almost mournful. This documentary, Let's Get Lost is great! Luckily the whole thing is on YouTube, so pop the popcorn and settle in for a couple hours … [Read more...]