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Ever heard of Intellectual Property? Well it's kind of a big deal. And Knobbe Martens is globally recognized as one of the industry leaders when it comes to intellectual property law.
I had the pleasure of spending a few hours with many of the country's brightest IP attorneys and scientists. The venue was oozing with high LSAT scores and billing rates that rival mortgage payments. I saw some pretty impressive TPS reports.
The Terranea Resort in Rancho Palos Verdes is one of those resorts I'd consider spending my left kidney on to get a room there for a night. The place was insanely awesome and a fantastic venue. The staff was top notch and very cooperative. Too bad we spent most of the day in the banquet rooms :(
Another highlight from the day was hanging out with the who's who of Improv - ComedySportz. These guys were a blast. I was very impressed with how they taught the associates improvisation skills that will benefit them in the workplace. James Bailey led the charge and did a fantastic job.
Once we finished inside, it was out to the back lawn that overlooked Catalina Island. Everyone enjoyed cocktails, a lot of cocktails, until the sun set, then it was time for dinner and some more cocktails.
Rumor has is it that a talented gal by the name of Aubrey Messick put together all the centerpieces last minute for every single table. There were a LOT of tables. Job well done.
After dinner, the folks from ComedySportz came back out on stage for a final performance and rocked the night away. Good times.
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They baked me three bags of cookies. I love them. Check out the radness that is Meredith + Tanner from last night's engagement shoot. And the sunflowers....yeah Meredith grew those herself - NBD. Can't wait for the wedding in January.
Lacey Jo:
I love these too!! I won't take all the credit for setting them up.. because Brad had a little touch also! :)
(11.20.09)
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On our way to Pismo Beach last weekend, we took a much needed pit stop at In-N-Out. You just can't beat a Double Double animal style. Happy Friday!
Paige:
Hey Mike, loving the shots, craving in n out now! What lens did you shoot these with??
(11.06.09)
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Remember the Hurst Family?? Well they have a new addition to the family - as Austin Healey Sprite Mark I Bugeye. It's a rad little car and made for the perfect prop to use in their family Christmas card portrait.
Audrey Crisp:
MIKE! You rock! I am just now again seeing your blog and I love ALL of your sweet work! You are gifted dude! : )
(11.04.09)
lisa Trent:
Where is the light on the car comin from...
(11.06.09)
Mike - Father of the Blog:
Lisa - I used one light manually triggered and shot into an umbrella camera right. Notice the direction of the shadows falling off their legs.
(11.06.09)
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I have a good friend. His name is Tyler. He is the Jedi force behind ocRAMPS.com. He threw a killer party at their warehouse in Santa Ana and invited me to come out and shoot the event. We had the Kogi truck out back, a bunch of bands, and plenty of Rockstars to keep the event pumping til the wee hours of the morning.
Fun fact - I got my first film camera back in high school so I could shoot me and my friends skateboarding and snowboarding. I love shooting people and weddings, but the alternative sports are what got me started and I love it.
Do your kids, siblings, grandkids have a passion for an alternative sport? You should probably hire me to shoot them. I guarantee it will be the best gift they've ever received. HINT - great Christmas gift idea for all you surfers, skaters, snowboarders, wakeboarders, BMX'ers and MotoX'ers.
Lindsay:
Awesome job!!! Good skateboarding pics are hard. You're really good at them.
(11.03.09)
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Mike - One of the attendees commented to me, "I didn't even know we had a photographer there" and I want to pass that on to you b/c I think that is one of the best compliments you as a photographer could receive. Your obvious talent will garner business, but your professionalism will secure repeat clients. I have worked with photographers that I would not trust to do an event, but you did a terrific job capturing the event, required no-to minimal direction, and blended in with the group. Thank you - job well done.
(11.13.09)