Quinner

In December, Sam Quinn and Japan Ten played a show in Greensboro and then did a wonderful, spirited holiday style Harvey's Kitchen session at our house.  I've just come across these photos today of Sam and his 110 year old Forest Spitting Cobra and they made me laugh on a rather dreary March day.  This man and his music have brought us great joy.  If you've never listened to the Everybodyfields or heard his newest solo album then I suggest you haven't really lived.  Click away and hear the beauty.

Lazy Days of Summer

Ahhh summer. You force everyone to slow down a bit and enjoy themselves. For that, I love you. Badminton and cook-outs are required at our house, especially after hours and hours in front of computers. New England trips to see the family are of the utmost importance. Hanging with friends is never better. Happy summer everyone! May you all enjoy some lazy days and nights.

Say "Cheese"

Portraits, baby, portraits! Some commissioned, some forced upon friends. All fun, all educational, all a reminder that being able to document a moment in someone's life is an honor. Thank you Heather Moore, Kristen Leigh, and the Martha Bassett Band for trusting me to do you right. More from these shoots on flickr.

Find Joy Wherever You Can

The Many Faces of CKB 2.5

Cedric K. Blue II : artist, thespian, musicologist, wordsmith, choreographer, social coordinator, blogger, composer, printer, problem solver, professional party thrower, dancer, activist, television critic, role model, comedian... the list goes on and on. I've had the honor and the pleasure of knowing this legendary figure for almost twelve years and I must say that I've yet to meet anyone who gets (and deserves) as enthusiastic and slightly hysterical greetings across a crowded room as Cedric does. Nor have I ever met anyone who can scribble such brilliant and witty things on a bar napkin in the middle of the night.

In June, (yes June, he is a very patient man) I got a chance to hang with Cedric for a few hours as he made the rounds visiting his people here in Greensboro, while on a short visit from his new found home in Brooklyn. After a delicious lunch at a favorite Mexican restaurant with giant beers, we popped into the studio for a quick shoot. Years ago Cedric appointed me his life photographer and although I don't get to see him too often these days, we take advantage of any opportunities we get. Keep an eye on this man, folks. You don't want to miss anything.

Around Town

Good Times

Eating the Invaders are good people. And they rock. Check 'em out. Click away. If you see things you like on monkeywhale.com please feel free to share with your friends.

The Grass is Always Greener

Here is a very short quicktime movie of backyard fun in May.  Many thanks to friends and neighbors.  Music provided courtesy of ©There is No Creature Music 2008.

Late Night

Radio slaves are beautiful things. So are friends. And beer. And good places to talk late at night.


Shot on Nikon D2x
f13 1/125
iso 800

From The Hip (Part 1)

Here are a series of photos shot from the hip while walking around New York City. In the four days I was there we didn't slow down much, so this kind of shooting seemed appropriate. And fun, actually.

More RCC in NYC

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