Weekend in the Pacific Northwest

Sunday June 3, 2007 at 4:30 pm | Filed under Me, Trips

Judy and Pat’s 50th

My first paying gig as a photographer was last night. The 50th wedding anniversary for my buddy Tim’s parents. There were probably 50-60 people there at a restaurant lounge in the hills of Portland. It was really a good time — good food, drinks, company, and even entertainment! Tim and his high school pals performed a variety of 50’s tunes (with Tim on sax and some vocals) and everyone danced and sang along. Monique came along and we borrowed an extra camera body (Canon 10D) and she and I did all the shooting, while Shana was on video duty.

As for the photography, it was pretty challenging venue. The entire wall facing Portland was made up of windows, back-lighting every photo taken that direction. Then there was the issue of lighting — the place was very dimly lit and the ceiling was not even so bounce flashes weren’t always an option. Even with these challenges, I think we came away with some really great shots. I’ll be going through the 400-some shots we took and putting together an album for the happy couple in the coming days.

Today I’m hanging out at my mom’s place in Vancouver. It’s certainly an extra perk to be able to see my family while we’re here.

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5 Responses to “Weekend in the Pacific Northwest”

  1. Don Says:
    June 3rd, 2007 at 7:49 pm

    Are you guys going to be there when Bob and Lina pass thru?

    I see they made it to Ashland OK.

    Pretty wierd both of you being in Oregon at the same time.

  2. Monique Says:
    June 4th, 2007 at 9:15 am

    I believe we saw their campsite from the plane on the flight home last night. Just kidding. We spent our weekend in the Southern part of WA and the Northern part of OR. Ashland is in Southern OR so we were hours away from them. Funny coincidence though, for sure!

  3. Tim Says:
    June 4th, 2007 at 1:19 pm

    Paying gig? Maybe you misunderstood our arrangement, unless you meant “paid in shrimp.” Seriously though, that photo is great, and I’m really glad you and Monique could be there to join the celebration. I can’t wait to see the rest of the photos!

  4. Curly Says:
    June 5th, 2007 at 10:47 am

    How about that—I’m writing this comment from the Portland airport. I spent the weekend in Oregon, too! Visiting family.

  5. Shana Says:
    June 5th, 2007 at 6:17 pm

    Joe - you and Monique were so wonderful. Tim’s family loved you guys and I absolutely can’t wait to see the pictures! You two were everywhere. And of course, It was nice for me to see you!!

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