On Location: Grand Ave.

Ok, I admit, a good diet is everything! After watching "Fat, Sick, and Nearly Dead" I have a whole new view on my body and how I treat it. It's like gas for your car, everyone wants to think they have a high performance car requiring only top fuel, 91 to get the proper performance but some people put 87 cause it's cheaper. NAH BRAH!! So Al and Jess bought this bomb ass juicer, so legit, fuck Jamba Juice, it's all about The Maxx!! So the engaged couple decides to hit up the local Farmer's Market on Grand on a warm Tuesday afternoon. Jess hustlin' these venders, bargaining, whatever. They left with a bunch of awesome fruits and vegetables like kale and oranges. Here are some of the photos from that evening. Ohhh yeah, we ran into the famous Tim as he was getting crickets for his dragon lizard. DRAGON!? I thought those were only in fairy tales and stuff!!! Hahaa.

And always, thanks for looking.

High School All Over Again

Happy Birthday to Jess!!! Enough said.

I Already Miss Paradox

I miss Paradox. For the people who do not know who Paradox is, he's one of the coolest cats you can meet. If you knew his situation, you'd feel for him and his family. But he's doing things for the future and sees the bigger picture. That is why everyone he knows is proud of him.

About two weeks ago, he threw a going away party at McLeod Park in Escondido. Family, Friends, Food...trifecta. Add alcohol to the mix, things are always poppin'. Check out some of photos. We started early at his Mom's place with her legendary french toast. Ok, alright, gotcha, this is what I've been hearing about since high school. Pete and Mando rave about her french toast since high school. They would tell stories on how they ditched school for her french toast. They risked their own necks to get this!? I would of taken more photos of it, but I was too busy enjoyin' the flavor in my mouth while gettin' drunk. Yeah, we were drinkin shots of Jack Daniels (Epic Meal Time voice). Then the drinking just continued to the park.

What!? No alcohol or dogs allowed in the park!? That didn't stop us!! Until the ranger told us we couldn't have our dogs, then Nina and Drama had to bounce. There we were, flying kites! What do you know about flying kites near a power lines!!!! Yeah...we lost the kite in the trees. Hahaaa. I believe everyone had a great time, drinking, hanging out, eating. I didn't take too many, cause I was just chillin' but the moments will be remember even without photos.

Thanks for checkin' them out.

Camera Info: Canon 20D with 50mm shot in Aperture Priority mode at f/2.8, ISO 200, and focus set to AI Servo. All photos edited in Lightroom 3.

Dear Shane

Inspirational! I love this mini clip. I know it's less than 5 mins long, I feel like it's heartfelt. PLUS, it was built around the Canon film body ae1. I'm just a nerd like that.

Event: JessMon

This is nothing new from me. Of course I brought my camera. Surprised? You shouldn't be!! However, I have a story about MANDO. Alright, Okay, Gotcha, aight...There I was, at Mando/Mel's place celebrating Mando's birthday. Everyone was drinking and having a good time like usual. Yeah, i had my camera, but SOMEONE didn't want me to have my camera out because they thought I'm not having a good time. I want put this on the record, "I love my camera, I enjoy taking pictures, especially friends and family." I do it for the straight passion and pure enjoyment. Plus, I remember more when I see pictures. First of all, that's not the worst part. I was fighting for my camera, so Mando challenged me at Arm Wrestling. Worst Decision ever! It was like "Over the Top". I got destroyed so I honored the bed and left my camera behind. Then we went out to Bluefoot at North Park, look who didn't bring their camera...the guy who always wears a camera related shirt. AHHHH! It's like I didn't have an arm. It was still a cool event, my buddies Brian and Jae were DJing at the "Art at the Park" with some fresh paintings up with dope beats in the background. Even the girls were able to experience some art FIRST HAND, literally. Jenfo and Jess got their nails done, nothing girly but more hiphop. A good night, wish I had my camera though.

JessMon, Saturday Night, UFC 133, good friends, reasonable drinks, everyone lookin' like a 10. We were at the La Jolla Stripclub. Had the backroom with pool tables, UFC in the background, and drinking. What else could of asked for? Nothing. Everyone had a great time, no buzz kill after receiving the bill, vodkas were cheap. Check out the pictures. As you progress through the pictures, you'll notice a lack of steadiness from me. Ahhhhh...it's not about the quality of the photo but what the photo shows, a good time. Hahaa. Thanks for checkin' them out.

Camera info: Canon 20D with 50mm 1.4 lens along with 430ex strobe with Omi-bounce filter. Shot in Manual with 1/20, f/2, ISO 800. I wanted to grab the most of the ambient lighting too. All shots were edited in Lightroom with minor tweaks.

Mini Event: Co-Ed Baby Shower

Reflecting at the past events makes me realize I'm getting old. Friends are graduating from universities, getting married, and having kids. Where is all the time going!? This event is no different. The lovely couple of the Leyba invited me to their co-ed baby shower. I still remember, about a year ago, I did their wedding. Then doing some maternity photos, and now baby shower. I feel as if I'm following their life. Very honored. I carry my camera every where.

I'm always worried about baby showers, having an uneasy feeling because I always thought baby showers were made for women. However, this was co-ed, alcohol, food, and family and friends were all involved. It wasn't the most masculine thing, but it was fun. Cute cupcakes, baby related games were played, and the my favorite part of the event was seeing my photos from their maternity photo shoot. They decided to print some of my photos and frame them throughout the party. Not just little 6x4 but full 8x10s in frames. That blew my mind. First of all, I personally don't print a lot because I'm broke. Knowing someone made prints and framed them so you can hold, something tangible rather than something just seen on facebook and the internet. It was definitely a humbling experience. I had an amazing time at their event. There was not a dull moment. It made everyone excited for Aiden. Seeing all the gifts given to them, Aiden will be pimped out. Next step is newborn photos by next month...Hahaa.

All my shots were done with Canon body 20D along with the Canon 50mm f/1.4 lens. Shot mostly @ 1.8 and 2.0 ISO 800 indoors. All shots edited in Lightroom.

On Location: PMC Birth Center

Cassius, the son of Brandon and Bethany. The newest member of the Revolution. Before today, everyone everyone was waiting for Cassius to be born. Word spread like wild fire. As soon as I received the "okay" to visit, I was there along with Jason and Barnacle. Within 30 minutes, her room was packed with family and friends throughout the day. Everyone was excited to see a healthy baby Cassius. You can see nothing but smiles and hear nothing but laughter. Cassius already has a wonderful support group of his proud parents along side the Revolution and I guess his grandparents and other relatives can help too. Hahaa. I just feel blessed to be visit and hold Cassius after a few after his birth. I'm so proud of Bethany and Brandon.

All shots were done with Canon 20D and 50mm f/1.4 lens. Natural light from the window, most shots were shot @ f/2. Yes, I asked Cassius' parents if it was okay to post him online. Hahaa.