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One of the most exclusive exotics on the market
2012 SAVAGE RIVALE ROADYACHT GTS
Dutch car manufacturer Savage Rivale will be producing the first four-door convertible supercar. With a 670 HP V8 engine under the hood, the Rivale Roadyacht GTS will be capable of sprinting from 0 to 60 mph in 3.4 seconds, while top speed goes up to an impressive 205 mph. Savage Rivale’s Roadyacht GTS is one of the most exclusive vehicles in the world, only 20 units will be available in three colors. THis can be yours for only $550.000, I wonder if they offer financing (lol).
Click on the link below to see Promo video:
Phoenix Fashion Week is underway in full swing
Last night Phoenix Fashion Week kicked off in a major way, with some very talented emerging designer and established designer. I can not wait to see what else is in store for the rest of the weekend so stay tuned for photos of all of your favorite designers, models and amazing designs.
http://nappsackphotosllc.zenfolio.com/phxfashionweek2011
Looking for a deal
Is there really a reason to buy anything new? I often wonder about that and ask myself the same question hundreds of times before I make a purchase. If you look at examples of consumer goods and the depreciation that occurs when you open and use an item it makes you think. For example I want a new camera, but the sticker price on a brand new Canon 5D Mark II is $2,399 and up now lightly used (AS-IS) ones range from $2,000- 2,300. The savings on a lightly used camera could be $200. To take it a step further refurbished 5D Mark II sell for $1,999 (while supplies last) with a 90 day warranty and this is buying it directly from Canon USA. This option is very appealing because it is from the manufacture and a savings of nearly $400. As a photographer every penny counts so when purchasing new gear I always look for a deal, re-furbish, used or new I have to get a deal. I typically look at my local camera shops (support local shops when you can), reputable online companies (B&H Photo, Adorama, Ebay, Canon..etc), craigslist and KEH (there are a ton of other places to purchase camera gear but these are the ones that I use for my purchases) just to name a few.
Whatever your comfort is when making a huge investment like purchasing camera gear just make sure you done your research and never assume that the sticker price is the best price.
Keep checking my facebook page (http://www.facebook.com/pages/Nappsack-Photos/115998058410982) and blog for hot deals on camera gear and good luck shopping and hope you find the deals you are looking for.
Growing up right before our eyes
It is not every day that I get a chance to see someone grow up right before my eyes, I had a chance to do a Senior Portrait Session for a very close friends daughter. I know it is cliché but I do remember Gabbi when she was just yay tall and now she is a beautiful young lady, crazy how time flies.
We took full advantage of the beautiful Arboretum and great lighting to create a backdrop to enhance the wardrobe and creative intent. I wanted to utilize the soft natural light to create a sophisticated, tranquil and dreamy environment that could showcase Gabbi journey from a girl to an adult.
Take a look at the final product, enjoy.
Nappsack Photos, LLC
“We capture the moments that create memories”
Ring Around the Needle Pub Crawl 2011
I cannot believe how fast time flies but a year has pasted and it was time for the “Ring Around the Needle” again. I was very appreciative last year to be a part of the event, so when I got the call to shoot the event this year I was honored. I have only known “Mo” for a short time but there is something special about her and I can’t say “NO” to her. This foundation has created a movement that is infectious, which is why I flew back to Seattle to shoot the event. I had such a good time I even stepped out of my pro photographer role and had a drink (a sip of some very strong beer) but hell it was for a good cause.
All in all Mother Nature blessed us with great weather and everyone just had a blast and we did it for you Mo. Just like last year after the hangover wears off we have the photographs to remind us of all the crazy and embarrassing things we did on the day we all made our way from bar to bar.
Enjoy because I had a blast capturing all of you crazy drunk people, letting it all hang out as you staggered from bar to bar screaming and giving high fives.
I would like to give a special thanks to all the bars that participated and let us take over their establishment, without the support an event like this could not thrive and continue to grow so thank you for your support.
See more photos from the 2011 Ring Around the Needle – Pub Crawl at :http://nappsackphotosllc.zenfolio.com/ringaroundtheneedle2011
Nappsack Photos, LLC
“We capture the moments that create memories”
Introducing Mr. and Mrs. Stanislaw Ogwel
Last week I had the honor of photographing Mr. and Mrs. Stanislaw Otieno and Rashawnda Nicole Ogwel’s wedding. There is something about weddings that just touches my inner soft spot, I do not know if it is the love in the air, symbolism of the union or the effect that this day has over everyone in attendance. Whatever it is I just enjoyed being part of this special day. This day was great even though we started a little late; the love was in the air as soon as the Groom came down the aisle two stepping the church erupted in cheers and then we knew “it was on”!
Every wedding I do is truly an honor since my photos are documenting the beginning of their life together as one. These pictures will serve a significant role in this couples life; reflection of the good times, bad times and as inspiration for the future.
Thank you Stanislaw and Rashawnda for letting me be part of this day, it was an honor and I wish you the best.
Wayne Jung
Nappsack Photos, LLC
“We capture the moments that create memories”
Graduation re-cap
It seems like it was just last year when I put on my cap and gown and reflected on the matriculation though our last year of school. The journey is often filled with ups and downs but there is no greater feeling then knowing your last final exam is in the books and you are done. It has been a great year and in honor of all of the graduates Nappsack Photos would like to say congratulations and share some of the memories from a few of the graduates.
Lots of food = check
Lots of fun = check
Lots of Laughs = check
Lots of lasting memories = Nappsack Photos
Senior portraits – A passage into Manhood.
This is why I love my job, I had the chance to shoot Nick’s Senior Portraits and we had a blast. I met Nick and his mother Sun a few years ago and have had an opportunity to watch him become a man. When I met him three years ago he was a very shy kid who was trying to fit into his own skin, now I see this confident young man with a bright future ahead of him.
A professional Photographer is what I am and this is the exact reason why I do what I do. The money, accolades do not compare to the feeling you get when you see a kid becoming a man right before your eyes. I was so fortunate for the opportunity to capture this moment for Nick and his mother, who sat back and watch her son smile and laugh as he enjoyed the final chapter of his high school career.
I am so fortunate and honored to be part of this memorable moment and I look forward to seeing you walk across the stage at the graduation. Congratulation young man and I wish you the best with your future endeavors.
Ralph Lauren’s Runway Event Goes 4D
In the midst of searching for new jobs and clients I stumbled upon a behind the scenes (BTS) video for a new Ralph Lauren advertisement. The title grabbed my attention at first glance as it stated “Ralph Lauren’s Runway Event Goes 4D”, now I know 3D but 4D has always confused me. How do you incorporate 4D and fashion, this I had to see! Given my architectural background my interests was peaked. I wanted to see how they were using architectural design aspect and computer generated modeling create an environment. Many years ago I used a similar program to model my thesis and it was not on the level of what these gentlemen are doing but the concept is very much the same. This is a very inspirational video for me because it displays the marriage of two creative fields that I hold dear to my heart. The use of architecture, computer generated modeling and videography have allowed designers to push the envelope in way that was only achievable in your wildest dream. Thanks to the team at F Tape and Ralph Lauren it is now a reality.
Enjoy.
A time to remeber
We recently were very fortunate to have the opportunity to go back to Paradise and celebrate my son’s second birthday. Hawaii is very special to my family not just because it is beautiful but we celebrated our second anniversary there and my wife attended college at Chaminade University of Honolulu, so long story short we love Hawaii. Now we have the memories of Tayten on the beach of Makapu’u just enjoying life, or Tayten’s first meeting with cousin’s Emanual and Ezra (the Easterly’s). This is what life is about, enjoying these family moments and building a catalog of images that are filled with memories of love. Some may argue that kids at this age will not remember and maybe they won’t but we have the picture to prove it. To be honest I hope Tayten doesn’t remember, that will give us an excuse to do all over again.
Enjoy, because I know we did.
Nappsack Photos
Life is all about creating moments that create memories.
A special day for the parents and the kids
The day that my family and I had been waiting for finally came, Tayten’s birthday. After weeks of preparation we narrowed it down to a party with friends at the park. We would eat pizza, drink juice, play on the big toy, ride the train and eat cake. The day was a blast twelve kids came ate, played and went home tired just like we planed it. The day was a success not just because we tired the kids out and we had fun, but because this moment was documented and is part of our families memories and lives. Birthdays are always fun but especially when it is your kids, these moments are what parents cherish and hold on to when their kids go off to college. That being said I made sure I captured every moment because my son is growing up right before my eyes and we need something to cherish right now.
Thanks to all of the families that came out to celebrate this special day for Tayten.
Portrait Session
Wednesday, June 9, 2010
A young model in the making with Blaire
Like I said in my last post I got my Mojo back so this post and the images are about a month old and it is sad that I am just posting this because I love these images. This young lady is seven years old and has such a bright future in modeling it is “ridiculous” as her mom would say. The best thing about the shoot is that they were very nice family and a pleasure to work with.
It was a lot of fun joking around and get some great photos in the process, she even cracked on me. She said “he looks like a professional” wow, now this is coming from a seven year old. All I can say is WOW, but that is what I said when I saw the pictures, WOW they turned out really good. Take a look and be on the look out for this young lady in magazines, commericals and hopefully with Ford Robert Black Modeling agency.
Good luck B.R, I look forward to the next time we shoot 
Stay tuned for more photography info, I am working on the best way to spend your money on photography equipment, behind the scene fashion photo shoot footage and review of a new professional photography studio in the East Valley. I have a lot on deck so stay tuned because I am back and you never know what I have in my nappsack.
Be easy,
W.
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Delton-Son aka “Middle Child”
Wednesday, April 14, 2010
Leap of Faith
Thanks Delton “Ill -D” for supporting Nappsack Photos and the movement, I wish you the best on the album, I got $10 on it.
W.
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Crazy, Sexy Hot photo shoot
Thursday, June 17, 2010
She made my job easy
Well well well, what can I say there is no replacement for a hot model, good skin, style and a nice body that just makes my job easy. I have shot a lot of models and when one of these things are missing you can still get killer pictures but it requires a little more work so when you shoot a model like the one I just shot today my job is nothing more than pressing the button. I just uploaded the pictures from tonight’s shoot into Lightroom so I have not had a chance to edit but I will give you a teaser.
Stay tuned for more and a complete review.
Good night.
W.
Crazy, Sexy Hot photo shoot
Friday, July 16, 2010
Another crazy hot photo shoot
I had the pleasure of shooting with Glamariz, I first shot her for a friends promotional material for his club back in the winter. I recently reached out to her and we got in the studio and created some very hot photos (literally it was about 102 degrees in the studio) not to mention Glamariz and her newly defined body. It was nice to shoot with a model who knows what to do in front of the camera. She also had her own vision and knew what would look good for her portfolio as well as any magazine or website.
Check out some of the images:
Ladies and Gentlemen we are just getting started, stay tuned for more from Nappsack Photos.
Be good,
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How sad it is to be a wasteful American.
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Race Around the Needle Pub Crawl
Wednesday, September 8, 2010
Race Around the Needle Pub Crawl
foundation for Melissa Erickson (aka Mo). The foundation was created in honor of Mo and to
raise awareness for Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis also known as Lou Gehrig’s Disease (ALS).
I did not have a lot of prior knowledge regarding the disease state but I quickly learned that
many people lives have been effected by this disease in one way or another. That is why the
Melissa Erickson Foundation is so important in the efforts to raise awareness as well as funding
for expenses.
I say more. Although this was my first time meeting Mo I realized that my job that day was not to
photograph another event for my resume but it was to be a team player and play my role. My job that
day was to capture the memories, the love, the fun and the essence of what it means to race
around the needle for a special person like Mo. I do what I do to make a living but times like this
really sum up why I grab my camera every morning and head out into the streets hoping to put a
smile on someones face.
Home town love
Wednesday, September 8, 2010
Hometown love
I just got my second wind and I wanted to blog about the last two weeks I spent in Seattle, WA. That is my birth place, the city I can credit for shaping and molding me into the man I am today but enough of the mushie stuff lets talk photography. Seattle folk really came out and support my movement and in return I will be delivering my supporter a product that will exceed their expectations. Most of the people I photographed remember as the Freshman Prince at Garfield High school not as the artist that I am. In my younger years being into poetry, art and photography were not all that cool, actually that made you a little weird so many of my friends never saw that side of me. Now I am a established adult and I do not care what people say, not to mention the arts a kinda cool (thank you Love Jones and Neo-soul) so everyone was surprised when I said I am a photographer and a architectural designer. The need to express a feeling and beauty without words is the coolest thing and I wanted to share some of the coolest things that I have seen my whole life but never appreciated.
Enjoy.
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I just wanted to share a few images from my trip back home. Stay tuned for more pictures from my Seattle family photo shoots.
Be good,
Wayne Jung
www.nappsack.com
Delton said…
One Love,
Delton