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Felicity Hair Salon – Opening Event

I was hired to photograph an opening party for Felicity Hair Salon, a new children’s salon in Park Slope. Unlike other salons, this one caters to kids aged 8-18 with all sorts of hair types (i.e. varying ethnicities) and aims to teach them how to maintain their hair/nails between visits. They also emphasize the whole ‘salon experience’ by providing a TV, DVDs, comfy couches, and a toy box for kids to entertain themselves while waiting. I was really impressed with the space and especially appreciated the vibrant colored walls! The event was really fun to work as well – everyone loved seeing the photos I took of them on my little LCD screen!

This gig took place the week after my apartment was burglarized, so I had nothing but a 70-200mm lens to my name (my other 3 lenses were stolen). Thankfully I was able to borrow lenses from a friend. I started out using the Nifty Fifty (50mm f/1.8) and decided 50mm was the ideal focal length to work with. I didn’t even need to change lenses during the event! It was also an experiment of sorts, where I learned that it is indeed possible to work magic with a cheapo lens (that is, if you know what you’re doing!). I’m definitely considering buying some sort of 50mm lens when I rebuild my collection (but no, not the 1.8).

Smith Street happy hours

My first photo assignment for Brokelyn.com was to check out the happy hours at some bars on Smith Street (in Cobble Hill, Brooklyn). Lauren eagerly accompanied me as we sampled the margaritas and took in the atmosphere at Pacifico, Camp, and Zombie Hut.

Pacifico (98 Smith St) was more of a Mexican Restaurant with classy decor and ample outdoor seating. Unfortunately it was pouring rain, so we didn’t get to sit outside. The $4 margaritas sure were strong though!

Camp (179 Smith St) is a small bar that feels like a cozy log cabin. The walls are decorated with boats, deer heads, and other wildernessy items. The seating resembles logs and stumps from the woods. Plus, they have games on hand and $3 well drinks on Thursdays. But best of all is their smore platter: a big tray with hershey bars, graham crackers, and marshmallows ready to roast over a flame in the center.

Zombie Hut (273 Smith St) was perhaps the best find of the evening. All over the bar were small groups of 20-somethings playing board games over drinks. Lauren and I played some Jenga while others partook in some intense Connect Four games. Not to mention the fact that it’s a tiki bar, complete with a giant fish tank, tropical drinks with those little paper umbrellas, and beaded strings at the bathroom entryway.

All shots taken with the 5d2 & 35/2 or 85/1.8; some with the 430EX flash.

Social Exposure benefit event

I was asked to photograph Sally Golan’s Social Exposure event last night at Gallery Bar. It was essentially a night of art, fashion, and networking. Overall, it was a great learning experience for me. I wasn’t used to being in that sort of environment, so I had to quickly acclimate and work on my schmoozing skills while also trying to get the shots I needed. It was a lot to digest at one time, but I think I handled it pretty well.

Lauren was my +1 for the event, which helped put me at ease! Little did we know she would end up starring in a performance art piece involving the mural that was created during the night!

I did not use a flash for any of these photos (mostly because of my flash phobia, but also because I didn’t want to worry about it since it was my first real shoot). Looking at some of these photos, I see that I definitely could have used it at times. I’m pretty satisfied with the results yielded by fast glass, though (prime lenses ftw!).

Also, wearing 5″ heels while shooting was one of the worst ideas I’ve had in a long time. I did not anticipate being on my feet for 5+ hours straight!

All shots taken with the 5d2 & 85/1.8 or 135L.

Photojojo Food Safari

I attended the Photojojo Food Safari at a top-secret location in Williamsburg. It was a fantastic gathering of photographers and food enthusiasts. I basically spent the night watching cooking demos and sticking my camera lens wherever there was food being made. It was both beautiful and delicious!

All shot with the 400D & 30/1.4 or 60/2.8.

Felicity Hair Salon – Opening Event

Smith Street happy hours

Photojojo Food Safari

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