Archive for February, 2008

Reception Highlights

February 19th, 2008 by John under General, Videography, Weddings

One of the highlights for Coastline Studios in 2007 was Fredy and Elena’s wedding in San Luis Obispo, California.  This video shows the end of their wedding video and features highlights from the amazing reception.  Enjoy!

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Photo shoots in Michigan winter

February 10th, 2008 by John under Photoshoots

It seems like Michigan has been seeing an above average amount of snow this winter season, and last week I had a little adventure battling the elements on my way to a photoshoot.  With most of the schools in West Michigan shut down from the storm that went through the night before, the roads were pretty bad when I left in the morning… but not unbearable. Traffic was fairly light once I was south of downtown on 131 so I grabbed a quick video with my phone. 


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However one I got off 131 things started not looking so good.


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After going about 5 miles from 131, I had to make a few turns and I stopped the car an debated if I should continue or call the shoot off.  Normally I would have driven my 4-wheel drive Ford Explorer, but it was “totaled” in an accedent (not my fault) about a week prior, so I was my stick shift 2-wheel drive VW Beetle… which isn’t a good winter car at all.  Here’s a picture I took (with the car stopped) about 5 miles from my destination.  Notice how bad the visibility is!
cs027626.jpgThe last 5 miles got progressively worse and I didn’t dare risk taking more shots or video or I would have ended up in a ditch or stuck in the snow.  The last 1/2 mile in particular had not been plowed and I did my best to follow some tire tracks in about 11 inches of snow all over the road.  Had I stopped for any reason, I don’t think I could have gotten the car to start moving again… and there was no way to turn back … so I pressed on!I did manage to arrive at my destination and get some great shots of a home that my client designed and built.  Here are a few quick favorites.

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After I finished photographing and creating a video tour of the home, I made my way about 10 miles north to capture a 2nd home. Fortunately the roads and weather were a lot better, and I grabbed a few fun winter shots along the way (again with the car pulled safely off the side of the road) :)

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As bad as this next one looks, it was actually VERY clear compared to what I drove to the 1st home on.

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Here is a favorite shot from the 2nd home.

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In the end, it was a great day and well worth the trip.  Now all I have to do is try to find a replacement for my truck… Anyone know of any good deals? : )  Craigs list here I come!

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