Behind Amy Rose, Part 1.....
Another of the ladies behind Amy Rose is Chelsea, Chelsea Rose to be exact!
Chelsea is Sweet Pea's biggest fan and best friend. She also enjoys outdoor activities like skiing, snowboarding, kiteboarding, cycling, surfing, and so much more!
She truly loves her craft and strives to continue learning, not set limits, and push outside of her comfort zone.
Tune in tomorrow to learn about the other rock star in the ARP family!
@blinkofanye
@sweetpea.corgi
Captured with the #canon28mm
Who's Behind Amy Rose.....
This week is going to be all about the ladies behind Amy Rose. Our leading lady is Miss Sweet Pea, studio dog aficionado, best friend, full time cutie, and so very loved.
Check back tomorrow to find out more about the team!
@sweetpea.corgi
Captured with the #28mmcanonlens
Beer On Earth - Orange Belt IPA Beer Video Teaser
Check out the new video promo teaser we created for Beer on Earth for their Orange Belt IPA Beer. They're based in Providence, RI., and have a cult following due to releasing a new beer every week.
We shot a variation of clips to build the teaser that includes the product plus highlight some of the major flavor notes, so people have a good idea of what to expect from the beer. We then put it all together, added some sound effects, music, and voila; here's the finished product.
Have you considered adding video as a part of your marketing? If so, we'd love to help you with your next project, so please message us and let's create some magic!
Artist Label Design @paulendresjr
@will_yem_ @beeronearthbrew @melissa_shanahan @blinkofanye
Happy Birthday, Chels!!!!!!
Happy Birthday to my favorite unicorn princess, Chels. May all your days be filled with Corgi's, Cobra Kai, and of course, lots of sparkles! Here's to many more years of shenanigans!
@blinkofanye @melissa_shanahan @beneaththewaves @srsly_styld @lindsaystyler @will_yem_
Behind the Scenes; Lens Smudge Time-lapse Video
Happy Monday, Friends. Here's the time-lapse video created for Lens Smudge Episode 5, where we bring you behind the scenes of the setup for our 80's inspired photoshoot.
It took 4+ hours to capture this scene with several "takes" and "tweaks" because we were filming for the show, plus photographing ourselves at the same time.
Have you ever tried capturing a time-lapse, and if so, what did you think? Comment below; we'd love to know!
@klepcx @wearecritix @wades_world_ @jaimecphoto
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Happy Anniversary ARP!
One year ago yesterday, we held our launch party. It's been a wild ride, but we wouldn't change a thing.
Here's to many more years of pushing boundaries, learning, growing, educating, and kicking ass!
Thank you for all of your continued support!
How to create In-Camera Effects
Did you catch Episode 5 of Lens Smudge? If not, you should because we did an 80's retro shoot, and I specifically touched on using various items in front of your lens to create special effects such as light leaks and bokeh.
I'm giving you an in-depth look today at how you can create these effects and overlays yourself.
Are there any specific items you love to use in front of your lens? Comment below; we'd love to hear about it.
Photographer @melissa_shanahan
Producer: @kevinmichaelschmitz
Wardrobe Stylist: @chel_frank
Talent: @carincokefair of @selectmodelchicago
Hair & Makeup: @francely_makeup
Wardrobe: @topvintage_boutique
Behind the Scenes with Ms. Fran Collazo
Here's a behind the scenes look into a recent collaboration we did with the REMARKABLE Fran Collazo @ms.fran.collazo
This experience was more than "just a photo shoot." Fran was gracious and trusted us with her story. We sat down as she courageously gave an intimate look into her journey, in her own words.
Fran talks about childhood, identity crisis, challenges experienced being gay, transgender, how others struggled to accept "her," and the love she found for herself and others.
We are celebrating WHAT she's been through, WHO she is and HOW she sees herself all in the hopes of helping another who may be experiencing something similar.
We are truly honored to be part of her movement and can't wait for the world to know who Fran is! The video, article, and imagery will be shared once published. Stay tuned; you won't want to miss it!
Video: Missy Shanahan @melissa_shanahan and Chelsea Nye @blinkofanye
Wardrobe Stylist: Asha Holmes @asha_janelle
Producer: Kristie Raymond @kray0314 of HumanKind Casting & Talent @humankindcasting
Talent: Fran Collazo @ms.fran.collazo
Hair & Makeup: Rachael Berkowitz @rachaelberkowitz
Amy Rose Productions Print Portfolio Teaser
THE EAGLE HAS LANDED! Our new print portfolio is here, and we couldn't be more excited to share this teaser. The process took several months (and rounds) before finalizing/printing.
Thank you, @jemma.dilag from @wonderfulmachine, for all of your guidance and expertise during curation. Sequencing is crucial, and this book is more than just a collection of images. Jemma carefully crafted our portfolio to tell stories that include a beginning, middle, and end.
The goal is to bring your potential client on a journey while adding surprise elements along the way. If you shoot multiple categories (ex. fashion, interior, and food), see if you can sequence the imagery together to tell a story by color, theme, or season. If combining doesn't work, keep them separate.
There are many types of books out there, but we chose to use the screw post book from @lostluggage_co. This allows us to print out individual pages and swap out the imagery with new work as needed. The process is a lot easier than printing a whole new book each time.
Send some love if you agree!
LABO News with Luz Mejia and Amy Rose Productions
Missy and Chelsea of Amy Rose Productions make a guest appearance on LABO News (Latin American Business Organization). They give a little inside scoop and talk shop about this past and coming year.
Click here to see the entire show with all of their guests:
Happy New Year!
We can all agree this year has been a roller coaster ride. As we say goodbye to 2020, take time to reflect on the lessons learned. Focus on the things you can control and not the things you can't.
Don't let the past define your future. Every day is an opportunity to create the next chapter, a new beginning in your life. You can either hold yourself back with negative thoughts or kick ass and make significant changes.
Love the people who treat you right and forget about the ones that don't. It'll drain you; they're not worth the energy.
If you get a chance in life.. take it! Wishing you a Happy New Year.....and don't forget to be more awesome than you were last year!
We are unboxing the ARP Holiday Advent Calendar...
The holiday season has begun, and we're unboxing the ARP Advent Calendar...
Thank you to @homestyleri for sharing these fabulous items with us. Looking for gift ideas? Check out their website for some unique finds!
#photographer @blinkofanye
#ad #propstylist @brynneestesputney
#giftideas @homestyleri
#greenery @ana.vic24
Lens Smudge - After The Show - Episode3
Welcome to Lens Smudge. The show that blends commercial photography, professional styling, kick-ass creatives, and fearless business owners. So that YOU can REACH YOUR MAXIMUM PHOTENTIAL.
Join Missy and Chelsea as they take you behind the scenes to talk about the lighting setup used in Episode 3 with Sail to Trail WineWorks.
Lens Smudge Episode 3 with Sail to Trail WineWorks
Chelsea and Missy visited Founder Chris Simpson of Sail To Trail WineWorks in his tasting room, and we also put Prop Stylist Asha Holmes up to the test to create a scene using Chris’s tasty wine. Also check out Chris’s and Asha’s websites below to find out more.
Sail to Sail WineWorks:
Website: Sail to Trail
Prop and Fashion Stylist
Website: Asha Holmes
Business Branding Photo Session
Have you been thinking about doing a Branding Photo Session but haven't pulled the trigger yet? Tommy, one of our go-to prop stylists, has launched his interior decorating side hustle, and here's a sneak peek of a few images.
A styled session allows you to communicate an intentional message while attracting your ideal audience and enticing them to want to work with you.
We'd love to collaborate and help you develop a strategy for your business needs. Please reach out to learn more.
#photographer Melissa Missy Shanahan
#propstylist Tommy O’Donnell
To see more of Tommy’s work, visit his website HERE
Behind the Scenes of Lens Smudge Podcast Episode 2
Join Missy and Chelsea as they take you behind the scenes to talk about the lighting setup used in episode 2 for Tommy's "Styling with the Impossible Budget” Challenge.
CoLoR TrEnDs!
For International Color Day we thought we would jump the gun on the Benjamin Moore 2021 Color Trends. We selected and photographed three of our favorites (but they are all so lovely!).
1. Foggy Morning
2. Silhouette
3. Rosy Peach
What is your favorite Benjamin Moore color?
Lens Smudge Episode 2
Chelsea and Missy are in the Amy Rose Productions studio with special guest, Tommy O'Donnell. Watch as master prop stylist, Tommy, takes on the "Styling with the Impossible Budget” challenge.
Tommy O’Donnell instagram @srsly_styled Facebook Tommy O’Donnell
Gear Review, SKB iSeries 3I-18135SNSC Waterproof Laptop Case
Missy reviews one of her favorite items within their equipment; the SKB iSeries 3I-18135SNSC Waterproof Laptop Case.
Web Audit on the ARP Website
Jemma from Wonderful Machine recently did a web audit for the ARP website, so we wanted to share a few tips.
One of the most important things to ask yourself is, "What are your goals and your dream clients?" Once you figure that out, you can organize your body of work in an order that makes sense to target those clients.
For our website, each image or series of photos are sequenced as if they are part of the same collection, using color or certain types of furniture to create a cohesive flow from one "season" to the next. Attention to detail, the styling of props, use of color, light, and texture that create a particular personality are just as important.
It's good to have visual diversity with a mix of colorful and poppy color palettes unless you're targeting a client that only uses neutrals. Then you'd want to showcase imagery with neutral tones in them.
Try to show the kind of images you want to photograph and not the imagery you think the client wants to see. You'd be surprised at how many potential clients are looking for a fresh perspective.
