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Full Frame Boogie – CONCERT VIDEO

Ron Dawson — Sun, 25 Apr 2010 14:00:08 +0000

We here at F-Stop Beyond Studios were able to gather never-before-seen concert footage of photographic rock sensation FULL FRAME BOOGIE. Meticulously pieced together from old film footage, this entertaining video brings these long forgotten rock legends back to life.

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Full Frame Boogie – CONCERT VIDEO from Ron Dawson on Vimeo.

Behind the Scenes

Life on the road is hard. And it’s made particularly harder when you have to deal with prima donna lead singers who fancy crocodile skin apparel and wipe their brow with Evian-dipped kerchiefs. Here we have rare, never-before-scene footage of the band getting ready for their last recorded concert. Even here we can see the start of drama between some of the band mates and lead singer Jerry “Wunda from Down Unda” Ghionis and his prima donna ways. Who knows if the band will ever play again…

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Production of these shorts were made possible by Nik Software.

WPPI 2010 Registration

Ron Dawson — Tue, 29 Dec 2009 16:14:09 +0000

I’m still getting a few e-mails here and there about the FREE 2010 WPPI registration for people who posted any of the Longest Day videos earlier this year to their blogs. There is no automatic registration. You must contact WPPI with the same email you used to fill out the form. Tell them you filled out the form then they can check your email against the record of forms submitted. For good measure, include in your email the link to the blog post with the Longest Day video.

Sorry for any inconvenience. This may seem like a little extra work, but well worth saving a few hundred bucks.

FSB092: Jerry Ghionis

Ron Dawson — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 03:59:25 +0000

If you’ve been in the wedding and portrait business for any amount of time, you know that Australia seems to have an abundance of the world’s greatest wedding photogs. Every year at WPPI the Aussies seem to steal the show. Today we have one of the brightest stars from down under, the one…the only…Jerry Ghionis. After months of trying to hook up with Jerry to get him on the show, we finally were able to meet up at this past Skip’s Summer School.

In today’s show we learn how Jerry got into the biz. How he worked for another photographer, without pay, when he started. He realized that the value of the education was worth it. Believe or not, this multi award-winning, internationally renown photographer started his career…carrying bags. He then shares with us about his philosophy on finding the best light over finding the best location; how and why he gets his brides to pose during the wedding day in order to accentuate their beauty; the reason for the opulence of his style and studio; he tells us where he gets his inspiration; and he even gives us insight as to why Aussies seem to win so many awards. We learn why Jerry not only is such a phenomenal photographer, but why he’s also such a giving human being.

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Next week, “Romancing the Storm” photographer Candice Cunningham tells us why she was crazy enough to shoot an engagement session on the heels of a real tornado.

From Our Archives – Hilarious Outtakes

Ron Dawson — Fri, 26 Jun 2009 09:00:10 +0000

Last year we produced an online series for WPPI called “Diary of a Washed Up Rock Star Wedding Photographer” starring celebrity lifestyle and wedding photographer Joe Photo. It told the story of how Joe was living a washed up life in a photo processing story after his fall from Grace. The series was a sequel to a comedy video we produced the year before at WPPI depicting a desperate Joe Photo trying to get his WPPI Awards show hosting gig back.

We’ve dug up from our old archives some of the outtakes from that series. These were previously password protected videos. Now they’re open to the world. These outtakes star Joe and Fast Track Photographer author Dane Sanders. I guarantee you’ll bust up. Enjoy! (Click image to play).

TLD10: The Longest Day – Series Recap and the Big Reveal

Ron Dawson — Tue, 10 Feb 2009 15:16:00 +0000

Twenty-four photographers. Twenty-four hours. Two teams. But there can be only ONE winner.

It’s been a long journey for our “heroes,” but I’m finally proud to present “The Longest Day Big Reveal.” In this finale episode, we recap everything that has led us up to this point. Then, we reveal the teams’ videos.

THIS WEEK’S DRAWING WINNERS

Every week we pick a name from those who left comments on a “Longest Day” episode to win a free Triple Scoop Music song (a $60 value). This week, I’ve decided to pick THREE WINNERS. And they are Jasmine Marie of San Diego, CA; Riz Crescini or Norfolk, VA (or Japan), and Michelle Kane of Sheridan, Wyoming. Congratulations!

LEAVE A COMMENT IN ITUNES FOR CHANCE TO WIN DVD SET OF SHOW!

It’s official, we will be producing a DVD set of the series which will include all the episodes, the team videos, deleted scenes, and a bonus feature: the photographer’s summit meeting held the following morning. Please take a moment to leave a comment about the show in iTunes, and at the end of the 10-episode run, we’ll conduct a drawing for FIVE free Triple Scoop Music songs from those who’ve left comments in the iTunes store. (That’s five people will each win a song). In addition, one lucky winner will win a the GRAND PRIZE. Click here to access the show’s iTunes page.

FREEBIE TO WPPI 2010

Remember, if you post the video on your blog AND link that post back to WPPI, you’ll get a freebie pass to WPPI 2010. You must fill out the “freebie” form at the top of this blog to qualify. To get the embed code, click on the second icon in the bottom right-hand portion of the player. Then click on the “Embed” tab to access the code.

SPECIAL SPONSOR DISCOUNTS

In episodes 4-9, there is a 5-digit discount code in the end sponsor credits. If you use that code with these participating sponsors, you can get some great discounts.

Microsoft Expression Media 2: Use the code for a 50% savings on the “Better Together” software bundle of Capture One 4 and Microsoft Expression Media 2 (a $100 savings). Available for both Windows and Mac, Capture One 4 and Microsoft Expression Media 2 provide photographers with an accelerated, intuitive, and flexible RAW processing work flow solution. Excellent color and tonal values, easy photo asset management. Better Together… Click here.
Triple Scoop Music: enter the 5-digit code at check out and get 10% off world class music. Log on to TripleScoopMusic.com.
Photographer’s Edit: For a limited time, Photographer’s Edit is excited to offer “The Longest Day” viewers a one-time 15% discount on its processing services! Photographer’s Edit specializes in the processing of weddings, and we think you’ll love our Effortless approach. Click here.
Loktah: In celebration of launching our new products, Loktah is going to offer something very special for all “The Longest Day” viewers. Loktah will be offering a 15% off coupon which will be good for anything in our online store, which includes our new album/image portfolio boxes, photo-folios, and double and single dvd/cd cases. Just look for the discount code while watching “The Longest Day”. Our new products are still 100% eco-friendly and you and your clients will find them to be a beautiful and unique way to present your product.

Please take some time to visit the sites of our sponsors.

Microsoft Expression Media 2 • WPPI • Asuka Book • Kubota Image Tools • Triple Scoop Music
Photographer’s Edit • Loktah • Mike Colón Photographers

Congratulations to Team A for their win. Their long hours of deliberation paid off. Thirst Relif will earn $3,000 as a result of their win. But don’t feel bad for the other team’s charity. Now I Lay Me Down To Sleep is a “winner” too. They will receive $2,000.

TLD7-9: The Longest Day – Episodes 7-9

Ron Dawson — Sat, 31 Jan 2009 21:34:25 +0000

A TRIPLE DOSE OF TLD

If you’re a fan of the show, today is your lucky day. We have not one, not two, but THREE episodes for your viewing enjoyment:

Ep. 7: Team A continues filming in Robert Evans’ studio. Meanwhile, Team B is granted access to another famous studio, Westlake Studios, where such artists as Michael Jackson, Stevie Wonder and No Doubt have recorded albums. The fun and mayhem continue.
Episode 8: As the night drags on, some members of Team A get antsy as Dane, DJ, and Becker go on a practical joke rampage (not even the executive producer of the show can escape their antics). Meanwhile, after their food fight in Carl’s Jr. and recording in the world famous Westlake Studios, Team B hits the streets of Hollywood.
Episode 9: It’s the penultimate episode. Both teams shoot their PSA, Team A starts shoot a SECOND video (in addition to their PSA), and finally, the editing begins. Special guest appearances by Rachel and Andrew Niesen of LaCour, Skip Cohen (president of WPPI/RangeFinder Publishin) and his side kick, Molly the Wonder Dog, and Arlene Evans (WPPI Ops manager).

THIS WEEK’S DRAWING WINNERS

Every week we pick a name from those who left comments on a “Longest Day” episode to win a free Triple Scoop Music song (a $60 value). Now we’re picking TWO winners. This week’s winner are Mitch Hong of I Do Photography in Capetown, South African, and Mike Steelman located I think in somewhere near Monterey, CA. Congratulations gentlemen.

LEAVE A COMMENT IN ITUNES FOR CHANCE TO WIN DVD SET OF SHOW!

FREEBIE TO WPPI 2010

SPECIAL SPONSOR DISCOUNTS

In this episode of the show, there is a 5-digit discount code in the end sponsor credits. If you use that code with these participating sponsors, you can get some great discounts.

Microsoft Expression Media 2: Use the code for a 50% savings on the “Better Together” software bundle of Capture One 4 and Microsoft Expression Media 2 (a $100 savings). Available for both Windows and Mac, Capture One 4 and Microsoft Expression Media 2 provide photographers with an accelerated, intuitive, and flexible RAW processing workflow solution. Excellent color and tonal values, easy photo asset management. Better Together… Click here.
Triple Scoop Music: enter the 5-digit code at check out and get 10% off world class music. Log on to TripleScoopMusic.com.
Photographer’s Edit: For a limited time, Photographer’s Edit is excited to offer “The Longest Day” viewers a one-time 15% discount on its processing services! Photographer’s Edit specializes in the processing of weddings, and we think you’ll love our Effortless approach. Click here.
Loktah: In celebration of launching our new products, Loktah is going to offer something very special for all “The Longest Day” viewers. Loktah will be offering a 15% off coupon which will be good for anything in our online store, which includes our new album/image portfolio boxes, photo-folios, and double and single dvd/cd cases. Just look for the discount code while watching “The Longest Day”. Our new products are still 100% eco-friendly and you and your clients will find them to be a beautiful and unique way to present your product.

Please take some time to visit the sites of our sponsors.

Microsoft Expression Media 2 • WPPI • Asuka Book • Kubota Image Tools • Triple Scoop Music
Photographer’s Edit • Loktah • Mike Colón Photographers

NOW, ON WITH THE SHOWS

Episode 7

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Episode 8

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Episode 9

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TLD Recap and Episodes 5 and 6

Ron Dawson — Mon, 26 Jan 2009 21:01:03 +0000

A DOUBLE DOSE OF TLD

We’re getting down to the wire. With only three weeks before WPPI, and six episodes left, we’re going to post two episodes a week! Can you even stand it?! This week we have:

Ep. 1-4 Recap: In case you’re just joining us, this post has a recap of the first 4 episodes. In 7.5 minutes we get you all caught up and ready to watch episodes 5 and 6.
Episode 5: it’s not common for reality TV producers to get involved with the goings-on of the contestants. But, the situation gets so bad in Team A’s board room, I’m called in to help mitigate. Will they finally decide on an idea? Meanwhile, Team B is getting all dressed up for their video.
Episode 6: don’t want to give this away. You’ll just have to watch episode 5, then move on to 6.

THIS WEEK’S DRAWING WINNERS

Every week we pick a name from those who left comments on a “Longest Day” episode to win a free Triple Scoop Music song (a $60 value). Now we’re picking TWO winners. This week’s winner are Ben Reugers from XSight Photography and Video (one of our friends down unda), and Anna Jarske all the way from Helsinki, Finland. Wow! Congrats Anna and Ben. So cool to we have fans around the world!

Leave a Comment in iTunes to get a chance to win GRAND PRIZE

Please take a moment to leave a comment about the show in iTunes. At the end of the 10-episode run, we’ll also conduct a drawing for FIVE free Triple Scoop Music songs from those who’ve left comments in the iTunes store. (That’s five people will each win a song). In addition, one lucky winner will win a GRAND PRIZE. Can’t say what it is yet, but it will be very cool! Click here to access the show’s iTunes page.

FREEBIE TO WPPI 2010

SPECIAL SPONSOR DISCOUNTS

In this episode of the show, there is a 5-digit discount code in the end sponsor credits. If you use that code with these participating sponsors, you can get some great discounts.

Microsoft Expression Media 2: Use the code for a 50% savings on the “Better Together” software bundle of Capture One 4 and Microsoft Expression Media 2 (a $100 savings). Available for both Windows and Mac, Capture One 4 and Microsoft Expression Media 2 provide photographers with an accelerated, intuitive, and flexible RAW processing workflow solution. Excellent color and tonal values, easy photo asset management. Better Together… Click here.
Triple Scoop Music: enter the 5-digit code at check out and get 10% off world class music. Log on to TripleScoopMusic.com.
Photographer’s Edit: For a limited time, Photographer’s Edit is excited to offer “The Longest Day” viewers a one-time 15% discount on its processing services! Photographer’s Edit specializes in the processing of weddings, and we think you’ll love our Effortless approach. Click here.
Loktah: In celebration of launching our new products, Loktah is going to offer something very special for all “The Longest Day” viewers. Loktah will be offering a 15% off coupon which will be good for anything in our online store, which includes our new album/image portfolio boxes, photo-folios, and double and single dvd/cd cases. Just look for the discount code while watching “The Longest Day”. Our new products are still 100% eco-friendly and you and your clients will find them to be a beautiful and unique way to present your product.

Please take some time to visit the sites of our sponsors.

Microsoft Expression Media 2 • WPPI • Asuka Book • Kubota Image Tools • Triple Scoop Music
Photographer’s Edit • Loktah • Mike Colón Photographers

NOW, ON WITH THE SHOWS

Here’s a short recap to bring you up to speed.

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Episode 5

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Episode 6
Start getting a glimpse of each team’s final project.

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TLD-Recap: The Longest Day: Recap of Episodes 1-4

Ron Dawson — Sat, 24 Jan 2009 19:03:33 +0000

In case you haven’t been following, here’s a recap of the key events leading up to episode 5 (the midway point). Episodes 5 AND 6, will go online this Monday, January 26. With only three weeks left until WPPI, we gotta double up on the episodes to get through them all.

SPECIAL SPONSOR DISCOUNTS

In the last episode of the show, there is a 5-digit discount code in the end sponsor credits. If you use that code with these participating sponsors, you can get some great discounts.

Microsoft Expression Media 2: Use the code for a 50% savings on the “Better Together” software bundle of Capture One 4 and Microsoft Expression Media 2 (a $100 savings). Available for both Windows and Mac, Capture One 4 and Microsoft Expression Media 2 provide photographers with an accelerated, intuitive, and flexible RAW processing workflow solution. Excellent color and tonal values, easy photo asset management. Better Together… Click here.
Triple Scoop Music: enter the 5-digit code at check out and get 10% off world class music. Log on to TripleScoopMusic.com.
Photographer’s Edit: For a limited time, Photographer’s Edit is excited to offer “The Longest Day” viewers a one-time 15% discount on its processing services! Photographer’s Edit specializes in the processing of weddings, and we think you’ll love our Effortless approach. Click here.

Please take some time to visit the sites of our sponsors.

Microsoft Expression Media 2 • WPPI • Asuka Book • Kubota Image Tools • Triple Scoop Music
Photographer’s Edit • Loktah • Mike Colón Photographers

NOW, ON WITH THE SHOW

Here’s a short recap to bring you up to speed.

Subscribe to show in iTunes
http://blip.tv/play/gqpr6KBhAA%2Em4v

TLD04: The Longest Day – Episode 4

Ron Dawson — Mon, 19 Jan 2009 18:51:56 +0000

Just when you think Team A is making progress, they hit a snag. Will they ever make it out of that board room? Meanwhile, Team B is still on the hunt for the perfect costumes.

THIS WEEK’S DRAWING WINNER
TWO WINNERS WILL BE PICKED NEXT WEEK

Every week we pick a name from those who left comments on a “Longest Day” episode to win a free Triple Scoop Music song (a $60 value). This week’s winner is Vitaliy of Prokopets Studio. Congratulations!

Thanks to the generosity of Triple Scoop Music, next week we will pick TWO winners to win a free song. So enter now, and you have twice as much a chance to win! Good luck.

LEAVE A COMMENT IN iTUNES FOR MORE CHANCES TO WIN

If you haven’t already noticed, you can download the show in iTunes. Click here to access the show’s iTunes page. Please take a moment to leave a comment about the show in iTunes. At the end of the 10-episode run, we’ll also conduct a drawing for FIVE free Triple Scoop Music songs from those who’ve left comments in the iTunes store. (That’s five people will each win a song). We’ll have more opportunities to win later, so stay tuned and read the blog (don’t just skip down to the episode.

FREEBIE TO WPPI 2010

SPECIAL SPONSOR DISCOUNTS

In this week’s episode of the show, there is a 5-digit discount code in the end sponsor credits. If you use that code with these participating sponsors, you can get some great discounts.

Microsoft Expression Media 2: Use the code for a 50% savings on the “Better Together” software bundle of Capture One 4 and Microsoft Expression Media 2 (a $100 savings). Available for both Windows and Mac, Capture One 4 and Microsoft Expression Media 2 provide photographers with an accelerated, intuitive, and flexible RAW processing workflow solution. Excellent color and tonal values, easy photo asset management. Better Together… Click here.
Triple Scoop Music: enter the 5-digit code at check out and get 10% off world class music. Log on to TripleScoopMusic.com.
Photographer’s Edit: For a limited time, Photographer’s Edit is excited to offer “The Longest Day” viewers a one-time 15% discount on its processing services! Photographer’s Edit specializes in the processing of weddings, and we think you’ll love our Effortless approach. Click here.

Please take some time to visit the sites of our sponsors.

Microsoft Expression Media 2 • WPPI • Asuka Book • Kubota Image Tools • Triple Scoop Music
Photographer’s Edit • Loktah • Mike Colón Photographers

NOW, ON WITH THE SHOW

The stress level is rising in the Team A board room. Let’s join them and see what’ up!

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TLD03: The Longest Day – Episode 3

Ron Dawson — Mon, 12 Jan 2009 19:51:38 +0000

Team B is off and running as Amber Holritz, Jessica Claire, Joe Photo, Jasmine Star, and Catherine Hall are sent out to get costumes for the team (if they don’t get lost first). Meanwhile, Team A tries to rent a vehicle to get them all to Las Vegas. The fun is just beginning!

FREE TRIPLE SCOOP MUSIC WINNER

For each episode, anyone who leaves a comment will be entered into a drawing to win a free Triple Scoop Music song (a $60 value). Congratulations to Ayrica Bishop of Ayrica Bishop Images in western Kentucky for being this week’s winner. Remember, you must leave your comment before the next episode posts to be entered. And the episodes will eventually be more than one a week. If you do the math, we got 7 more episodes to post, and only about 5 weeks till WPPI.

LEAVE A COMMENT IN iTUNES FOR MORE CHANCES TO WIN

If you haven’t already noticed, you can download the show in iTunes. Click here to access the show’s iTunes page. Please take a moment to leave a comment about the show in iTunes. At the end of the 10-episode run, we’ll also conduct a drawing for five free Triple Scoop Music songs from those who’ve left comments in the iTunes store. (That’s five people will each win a song). We’ll have more opportunities to win later, so stay tuned and read the blog (don’t just skip down to the episode.

FREEBIE TO WPPI 2010

Remember, if you post the video on your blog, you’ll get a freebie pass to WPPI 2010. You must fill out the “freebie” form at the top of this blog to qualify. To get the embed code, click on the second icon in the bottom right-hand portion of the player. Then click on the “Embed” tab to access the code.

OUR SPONSORS

Please take some time to visit the sites of our sponsors. Also, be on the look out for some special discounts and savings from our sponsors.

Microsoft Expression Media 2 • WPPI • Asuka Book • Kubota Image Tools • Triple Scoop Music
Photographer’s Edit • Loktah • Mike Colón Photographers

NOW, ON WITH THE SHOW

Will Team A make it to Vegas? Will Joe Photo play Jessica’s little games? Let’s find out!

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