Cotton Mill Live: Lizzy Ross - "Summer Skin" (Video)

A few weeks ago, I lent a hand (and camera) to my friends over at Cotton Mill Live again for one of their live music video shoots (this being the second time I've worked with them). Here is an edit from the night featuring Nashville newcomer via North Carolina, Lizzy Ross, performing her song "Summer Skin". This one of 9 songs that we filmed that evening. She put on an excellent performance and it was great meeting her and having the opportunity to help film such a talented artist.

About Cotton Mill Live:

Cotton Mill Live has very simple and few goals; gather friends and support a budding talent. With the amount of artistry Nashville has to offer, Cotton Mill Live allows friends, family and the public to catch a glimpse of just how special Nashville can be. With one band chosen every month, the business owners dress the band, film the show one song at a time, interview the members afterward and then release the edited footage to the general public via Facebook, website and most importantly our own YouTube channel. 

The monthly event is held at Cotton Mill Studio,  a creative living space for Hello Boy’s men’s clothing store owners, Gavin O’Neill and Jeremy Ryan Hatfield. It is locate in East Nashville

Shot by Jeremy Ryan and Brendan Donohue

Edited by Jeremy Ryan Creatives

Styling by Gavin O'Neill

Hair & Makeup by Chrissy Marie

Nashville Paw Barktoberfest 2013 Photo Booth (Photos)

I recently had the pleasure of running a photo booth for Nashville Paw's 2013 Barktoberfest event at Animalia in Franklin, TN.

This was my first go at doing a pet photo booth and it was an absolute blast! Although I would have to say that it was quite a challenge getting some of the pups to look at the camera, I luckily had the help of some excellent assistants who would get the dogs' attention via treats, squeaky toys and a very effective bicycle horn.

It was really a great event; met a lot of awesome people and made plenty of new furry friends while capturing some excellent photos throughout the day! Some of the dog/owner's costumes I witnessed during my time there were absolutely amazing. Hope to see everyone out again at the 2014 Barktoberfest!

Check out some photos below!

View the full gallery on facebook 

Purchase prints HERE

There are also a few other photo galleries from the day on Nashville Paw Magazine's facebook page.

Tim + Leah Tranberg | Wedding Reception Photo Booth (Photos)

I was recently hired to work a photo booth for Tim and Leah's Wedding Reception at the Vanderbilt Legends Club out in Franklin, TN; it was a great time!!

I had originally met Leah and Tim while running a photo booth at the Nashville Paw Foundation's "Art for Animals" benefit this past February. She got in touch with me in regards to booking a photo booth for their wedding reception. We confirmed the date and the big day quickly arrived!

It was a beautiful reception at a very nice venue and the photo booth definitely added another fun element to the festivities. The guests loved it and we got some really awesome shots!

Check out the full gallery and purchase prints here!

If you are interested in booking a Photo Booth for your special event, please feel free to shoot me an email to discuss details and rates!

Wick-it the Instigator | Forecastle 2013 Late Night Party Recap (Video)

A little over a month ago, I attended the 2013 Forecastle Music Festival in Louisville, KY to shoot some photos for Break On A Cloud. 

On the first night of the festival, we caught up with Wick-it the Instigator and crew to document his late night set aboard the Belle of Louisville riverboat on the Ohio River. Eliot Lipp opened up the party with a killer set paving the way for Wick-it to get on stage and crush it for a crazy-hyped crowd! Needless to say, the shit was insane...and luckily we never even had to "abandon ship". Check the video recap for a little taste of the mayhem!

Official Live On the Green After Parties Promo (Video)

I was recently hired to film a promo for the Official Live On the Green After Parties hosted by Lightning 100 and Electric Western Records at Marathon Music Works. They will occur each week immediately following the Live On the Green concert series from here on out (8/22 - 9/12). Had a great time putting this video together of week 1's happenings featuring Matt and Kim at LOTG and a Cherub DJ set at the after party.

Produced by the same the same team that throws down some of Nashville's favorite dance parties; i.e. HUSTLE, Keep On Movin', Recognize, Y2K and the Boom Bap, you can absolutely expect a top notch event each week, so don't miss out!
Cost is $5/or free with a LOTG VIP wristband. Free shuttles to and from the venue...You can't beat that.

THE BOOM BAP Feat. SKEME RICHARDS | 06.22.2013 (Video)

Last month, I was asked by the fine folks over at The Boom Bap to come out and shoot a recap video for the event...I gladly obliged.

For those of you not in the know...The Boom Bap is a Hip-Hop dance party held at The 5 Spot in East Nashville the fourth Saturday of every month. I have been attending these events for quite some time now and can honestly say it is the most hype party in town celebrating Hip-Hop music/culture and showcasing skillful turntablism. The resident DJs (DJ Rate, Case Bloom and Bowls) spin a wide variety of mostly pre-2000 classic hip-hop records that always whip the crowd in a frenzy. Furthermore, they frequently bring in guest DJs from out of town to rip up the decks as well. For this edition, we got to witness Skeme Richards bring the heat, he straight killed it...such an epic night as always!! I'd say it is pretty much impossible to walk into any Boom Bap party and NOT have a great time...these guys always come correct!

I thank them for the opportunity to document this killer party and hope to do it again sometime soon!

Check out the video recap below and also photos from the night by Mike Chow and Kelly Hite.

Original Bike Box Promo (Video)

I recently finished producing a promo video for my friends over at the Original Bike Box for use on their new website. Being that I love shooting video and am also a huge fan of riding bikes and anything bicycle related, I knew that this project was right in my "wheelhouse", so to speak. Needless to say, I had a great time putting this video together and working with the Bike Box team to promote a great handmade, local Nashville product.

WHAT IS THE ORIGINAL BIKE BOX YOU ASK??

"A stylish way to carry your gear, the Original Bike Box is handcrafted in Nashville, Tennessee from reclaimed wood and then hand painted to suit your individual taste. Our boxes come in two sizes, perfect for both adult and kids' bikes and easily attaches with the provided hardware. Sturdier than most bike baskets, your custom box can carry your treasures in style!"

Check out their site and pick up a custom bike box of your own! Summer is in full swing, get out and ride in style: website | facebook

Also, big shout-out to local Nashville electronic musician Quiet Entertainer for making his track available for use in the video. Check him out: website | facebook

Tech Stuff
Cameras: Canon 7d, Canon T2i
Lenses: Tamron 17-50mm f2.8, Canon 85mm f1.8, Tamron 70-200 f2.8