tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-98610402010-03-03T16:23:35.446-08:00Based in Santa Cruz, maginei is a professional photography studio that creates unique, visually dynamic photographs. Photography services include portraits, architecture, product, annual reports, event coverage, and more.Kimberley Bermenderhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10942029127300871649noreply@blogger.comBlogger90125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9861040.post-605475176240322352010-03-02T18:18:00.000-08:002010-03-03T16:23:35.469-08:00When talking to businesspeople about their executive portrait, I often get asked whether they get their image in color or black and white. It's a good question, as color offers a very different perspective and interaction with the image than black and white. My answer is always BOTH (and I include both in the final package). Here's why:<br /><br />Look at the examples below. What is your first reaction to the color image? Do you react differently to the black and white image? Not only do people's reaction differ to the images, and you may want one type of reaction vs. another, but media also change. An image on newsprint may blur in color, whereas display more clearly in black and white. So always get both and use according to your need.<br /><br /><img src="/photos/blog/robin_color.jpg" /><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">CEO, Color Image</span><br /><br /><img src="/photos/blog/robin_bw.jpg" /><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">CEO, Black and White</span><br /><br /><br />Copyright 2010 Kimberley Bermender<br /><a href="http://www.maginei.com/">maginei photography</a><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9861040-60547517624032235?l=www.maginei.com%2Fphotos%2Fblog%2Fblog.html' alt='' /></div>Kimberley Bermenderhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10942029127300871649noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9861040.post-68852562739717114232010-01-18T17:44:00.000-08:002010-03-02T18:14:09.952-08:00Here's a composited shot of a catalog shoot that I recently completed for a green business in Santa Cruz. I love that we're getting so many local green companies in the area. I've started greening maginei, as well: all online reminders, invoices, finishing off the last of the bottled waters then will replace with jug, and of course the biggest green-friendly effort a photographer can make: shoot digital!<br /><br /><img src="/photos/blog/bluelotus_combined.jpg" /><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Organic Bags</span><br /><br /><br />Copyright 2010 Kimberley Bermender<br /><a href="http://www.maginei.com/">maginei photography</a><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9861040-6885256273971711423?l=www.maginei.com%2Fphotos%2Fblog%2Fblog.html' alt='' /></div>Kimberley Bermenderhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10942029127300871649noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9861040.post-34287506830196322922010-01-11T20:48:00.000-08:002010-01-11T20:51:10.401-08:00I'm very excited to share that I've been accepted to grad school. I'll be studying photography (of course!). Here's to taking my skills to the next level! To infinity and beyond!<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9861040-3428750683019632292?l=www.maginei.com%2Fphotos%2Fblog%2Fblog.html' alt='' /></div>Kimberley Bermenderhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10942029127300871649noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9861040.post-35009503104046173472009-12-29T15:03:00.001-08:002009-12-29T15:18:37.362-08:00Back by popular demand, the maginei Inter|Act calendar features images spanning the prior year's personal work of photographer Kimberley Bermender. Cost: $20.00<br /><br /> <br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://www.maginei.com/photos/blog/calendarcover_2010.jpg" /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-style: italic; font-weight: bold;">Calendar Cover</span><br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://www.maginei.com/photos/blog/calendarback_2010.jpg" /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold; font-style: italic;">Calendar Back</span><br /></div><br /> <form target="paypal" action="https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr" method="post"><br /> <input type="image" src="http://www.maginei.com/images/Add_To_Cart.gif" border="0" name="submit2" alt="Make payments with PayPal - it's fast, free and secure!"><br /> <input type="hidden" name="add" value="1"><br /> <input type="hidden" name="cmd" value="_cart"><br /> <input type="hidden" name="business" value="sales@maginei.com"><br /> <input type="hidden" name="item_name" value="2010 Wall Calendar"><br /> <input type="hidden" name="item_number" value="2010-WC-DNC67LB"><br /> <input type="hidden" name="amount" value="20.00"><br /> <input type="hidden" name="page_style" value="Primary"><br /> <input type="hidden" name="no_shipping" value="2"><br /> <input type="hidden" name="return" value="http://www.maginei.com/thankyou.htm"><br /> <input type="hidden" name="cancel_return" value="http://www.maginei.com/cancel.htm"><br /> <input type="hidden" name="currency_code" value="USD"><br /> <input type="hidden" name="bn" value="PP-ShopCartBF"><br /> </form><br />Copyright 2009 Kimberley Bermender<br /><a href="http://www.maginei.com/">maginei photography</a><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9861040-3500950310404617347?l=www.maginei.com%2Fphotos%2Fblog%2Fblog.html' alt='' /></div>Kimberley Bermenderhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10942029127300871649noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9861040.post-68530632835539548702009-12-24T10:27:00.000-08:002009-12-24T10:41:41.457-08:00As 2009 comes to a close, we wanted to thank you for the opportunity to work with you.<br />It was an exciting year for maginei as we grew professionally, personally and as a business. We couldn't have accomplished these successes without you:<br /><ul><li>We closed one studio location and opened another</li><li>Our architectural photography clients won illustrious industry awards</li><li>We expanded our integrated marketing services division, working with companies large and small to deliver outstanding marketing materials<br /></li></ul>We have lots planned for 2010, and will be taking time over the next weeks to refine our business vision. Stay tuned for our January update!<br /><br />For now, we wish all of our clients — past, present and future — a healthy and joyous new year! We look forward to 2010 and the opportunity to work with you.<br /><br />Best wishes for the holiday season.<br />Kimberley<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9861040-6853063283553954870?l=www.maginei.com%2Fphotos%2Fblog%2Fblog.html' alt='' /></div>Kimberley Bermenderhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10942029127300871649noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9861040.post-71210829062140257682009-08-09T12:02:00.001-07:002009-08-09T12:14:03.410-07:00Here are some shots from last night's 2nd Annual New Almaden Music Festival, which was a benefit show for multiple sclerosis awareness.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">View Slideshow<a href="http://www.maginei.com/photos/20090808"></a></span><br /><br /><img src="http://www.maginei.com/photos/blog/almadenblog-1027.jpg" /><br /><img src="http://www.maginei.com/photos/blog/almadenblog-1010.jpg" /><br /><img src="http://www.maginei.com/photos/blog/almadenblog-1017.jpg" /><br /><img src="http://www.maginei.com/photos/blog/almadenblog-1026.jpg" /><br />Copyright 2009 Kimberley Bermender<br /><a href="http://www.maginei.com/">maginei photography</a><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9861040-7121082906214025768?l=www.maginei.com%2Fphotos%2Fblog%2Fblog.html' alt='' /></div>Kimberley Bermenderhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10942029127300871649noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9861040.post-39313362568736147742009-07-27T18:11:00.000-07:002009-12-24T10:45:35.613-08:00Here are some recent portrait session images, including some shots of the 'not so executive portrait.' Some clients look to explore non-traditional images that capture a part of their personality they feel is key to their business success. Can you find the creative physician? An edgy lawyer? Nothing says that you have to go with a traditional headshot for your executive portrait, and these clients prove it! <br /><br /><img src="http://www.maginei.com/photos/blog/headshot_01.jpg" /><br /><img src="http://www.maginei.com/photos/blog/headshot_02.jpg" /><br /><img src="http://www.maginei.com/photos/blog/headshot_03.jpg" /><br /><img src="http://www.maginei.com/photos/blog/headshot_04.jpg" /><br />Copyright 2009 Kimberley Bermender<br /><a href="http://www.maginei.com/">maginei photography</a><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9861040-3931336256873614774?l=www.maginei.com%2Fphotos%2Fblog%2Fblog.html' alt='' /></div>Kimberley Bermenderhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10942029127300871649noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9861040.post-15874063784896800872009-07-27T16:47:00.000-07:002009-07-27T18:04:36.963-07:00Creative vision doesn't come from the tools we use as photographers, but sometimes a new toy can help to force a shift of perspective. I spent some time this weekend at Roaring Camp Railroad, photographing trains with a new lens and just playing with light, perspective, and inspiring myself to start a new creative project. More to come, of course...<br /><br /><img src="http://www.maginei.com/photos/blog/trainsblog-9981.jpg" /><br /><img src="http://www.maginei.com/photos/blog/trainsblog-9999.jpg" /><br /><img src="http://www.maginei.com/photos/blog/trainsblog-9994.jpg" /><br /><img src="http://www.maginei.com/photos/blog/trainsblog-9992.jpg" /><br /><img src="http://www.maginei.com/photos/blog/trainsblog-9970.jpg" /><br />Copyright 2009 Kimberley Bermender<br /><a href="http://www.maginei.com/">maginei photography</a><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9861040-1587406378489680087?l=www.maginei.com%2Fphotos%2Fblog%2Fblog.html' alt='' /></div>Kimberley Bermenderhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10942029127300871649noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9861040.post-3155776975367056932009-06-15T21:01:00.000-07:002009-07-27T17:03:32.553-07:00maginei had several photographs on display during the Surfrider Santa Cruz's Surf Art, Photography & Film Fest exhibition, part of the International Surfing Day celebration.<br /><br />If you didn't get a chance to check out the local art, check out our contributions to the exhibit:<br /><br /><img src="http://www.maginei.com/photos/blog/blog_surfrider_01.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://www.maginei.com/photos/blog/blog_surfrider_03.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://www.maginei.com/photos/blog/blog_surfrider_02.jpg" /><br /><br /><br />Copyright 2009 Kimberley Bermender<br /><a href="http://www.maginei.com/">maginei photography</a><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9861040-315577697536705693?l=www.maginei.com%2Fphotos%2Fblog%2Fblog.html' alt='' /></div>Kimberley Bermenderhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10942029127300871649noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9861040.post-24347016238073928302009-06-12T19:32:00.000-07:002009-07-27T17:48:47.475-07:00There's something that comes to mind about old dogs and new tricks as I look at these images from my first session in my new studio. Here I am in new location, and yet I don't move off the black background. It's not that I'm incapable of swapping out my backgrounds (and yes, I do actually have a variety of muslins), but there's something just so very right about black for portraits - even children's. And I'm happy that my clients agree!<br /><br /><img src="http://www.maginei.com/photos/blog/blog-1010.jpg" /><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Stoked Surfer</span><br /><img src="http://www.maginei.com/photos/blog/blog-1014.jpg" /><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Sittin' in Style</span><br /><img src="http://www.maginei.com/photos/blog/blog-1017.jpg" /><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Perfect Trim</span><br /><br />On another note, I've confirmed that the studio is actually large enough for a photographer, assistant, two kids under age five, a nanny and a mom during a session. Phew, Otherwise, someone was going to have to stand in the parking lot!<br /><br />Copyright 2009 Kimberley Bermender<br /><a href="http://www.maginei.com/">maginei photography</a><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9861040-2434701623807392830?l=www.maginei.com%2Fphotos%2Fblog%2Fblog.html' alt='' /></div>Kimberley Bermenderhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10942029127300871649noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9861040.post-72713244416391093132009-05-16T14:33:00.000-07:002009-05-16T14:43:22.879-07:00I have the great honor of photographing for Ride-A-Wave, an organization dedicated to getting kids with special needs into the water to kayak, boogieboard and surf. Here are a few shots from the past couple of weeks<br /><br /><br /><img src="http://www.maginei.com/photos/blog/RAW20090502_1084_sm.jpg" /><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Stoked Surfer</span><br /><img src="http://www.maginei.com/photos/blog/RAW20090502_1143_sm.jpg" /><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Sittin' in Style</span><br /><img src="http://www.maginei.com/photos/blog/RAW20090502_1165_sm.jpg" /><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Perfect Trim</span><br /><br /><br />Copyright 2009 Kimberley Bermender<br /><a href="http://www.maginei.com/">maginei photography</a><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9861040-7271324441639109313?l=www.maginei.com%2Fphotos%2Fblog%2Fblog.html' alt='' /></div>Kimberley Bermenderhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10942029127300871649noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9861040.post-52854910593588280012009-05-15T17:56:00.000-07:002009-05-15T17:58:40.603-07:00I'm thrilled to let you know that after several long months without a studio, maginei will have a 'photographic roof' over our heads again. I'd thought that with the amount of location photography that I do, it wouldn't be that large of a loss to go without a studio. Wrong, wrong, wrong.<br /><br />We'll be situated at Rodeo Plaza, a warehouse complex off of 41st Ave in Santa Cruz. Details (and photos) to come, but wanted to share the big new!<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9861040-5285491059358828001?l=www.maginei.com%2Fphotos%2Fblog%2Fblog.html' alt='' /></div>Kimberley Bermenderhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10942029127300871649noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9861040.post-57546173959637679312009-02-15T17:55:00.000-08:002009-02-15T18:16:56.409-08:00Congratulations to ABW Construction, who recently won the prestigious National Association of Remodeling Industry’s 2009 Gold Medal award - for the second year in a row! This is also the second year that maginei has created the photography for ABW Construction's submissions, in addition to designing the image layout for submission.<br /><br />This shoot had it's challenges, including photographing the front and back in the same day under really harsh lighting conditions and high winds blowing leaves constantly onto the set. On the other side, I had a great crew, we had lots of fun, and shared many laughs as well as sweeping duty. And here are the results:<br /><br /><img src="http://www.maginei.com/photos/blog/arch_1.jpg" /><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Loggia</span><br /><img src="http://www.maginei.com/photos/blog/arch_2.jpg" /><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Carport, rear view</span><br /><img src="http://www.maginei.com/photos/blog/arch_3.jpg" /><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Pool</span><br /><img src="http://www.maginei.com/photos/blog/arch_4.jpg" /><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Pool & loggia</span><br /><img src="http://www.maginei.com/photos/blog/arch_5.jpg" /><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Panoramic view of back</span><br /><br />Copyright 2009 Kimberley Bermender<br /><a href="http://www.maginei.com/">maginei photography</a><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9861040-5754617395963767931?l=www.maginei.com%2Fphotos%2Fblog%2Fblog.html' alt='' /></div>Kimberley Bermenderhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10942029127300871649noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9861040.post-12429423948996740982009-02-13T18:08:00.000-08:002009-02-13T18:16:46.533-08:00These have been busy times, and I have a number of changes to share with my community:<br /><br />First off, and most business-changing, I closed the maginei studio at the end of the year, after being unable to secure a new space for the studio. I am still searching for a new studio location, and if you know of studio space available in Santa Cruz, I'd love to hear about it! So, what does that mean to you? First off, I continue to offer catalog and commercial services, but will have to set up at your location in the short-term. Location services continue unchanged.<br /><br />Have I stopped photographing? Not at all! Just a hiatus from publishing on my blog. In fact, I have great news and kudos to a maginei client, ABW Construction, who just won a prestigious architecture award using maginei photography. Did I mention that this is the 2nd year in a row? Congratulations to ABW Construction, and photos to follow.<br /><br />The last big item to share is that I am venturing into video - after helping out a good friend and cinematographer with a video shoot recently, I seem to have caught the bug. I'm in a steep learning curve as I discover the joys of audio, motion and location, as well as a completely different approach to visual narrative. I promise to share some results soon.<br /><br />Well, it's been a belated 2009 update, but please stay tuned as change seems to be the mantra of my year. <br /><br />Blessings to all,<br />Kimberley<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9861040-1242942394899674098?l=www.maginei.com%2Fphotos%2Fblog%2Fblog.html' alt='' /></div>Kimberley Bermenderhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10942029127300871649noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9861040.post-41014811526173806962008-10-26T19:20:00.000-07:002008-10-26T19:27:11.502-07:00I've just spent two weeks in Europe (England and Italy), recharging the creative juice. I viewed more galleries and cathedrals than any one brain can absorb in two weeks, and have come back inspired from having the privilege of viewing works from so many great masters. It'll take me several years to digest it all...<br /><br />Of course, I managed a few shots of my own while touring. More to come, but here's one, at least....<br /><br />It was a strange time to be away from home, trying to follow news reports of economies crashing, 700 point drops, bailouts, buyouts, and the likes. I think this shot really captured my state of mind.<br /><br /><img src="http://www.maginei.com/photos/blog/europe1.jpg" /><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">David Under Construction</span><br /><br /><br />Copyright 2008 Kimberley Bermender<br /><a href="http://www.maginei.com/">maginei photography</a><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9861040-4101481152617380696?l=www.maginei.com%2Fphotos%2Fblog%2Fblog.html' alt='' /></div>Kimberley Bermenderhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10942029127300871649noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9861040.post-60901866004947247402008-09-23T19:46:00.000-07:002008-09-23T19:51:20.692-07:00I've just returned from holiday, and realize that I was so busy finishing orders prior to leaving that I've been negligent about posting recent photo sessions. More to come, but here are two business portrait sessions.<br /><br /><img src="http://www.maginei.com/photos/blog/bizportrait1.jpg" /><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Christine</span><br /><img src="http://www.maginei.com/photos/blog/bizportrait2.jpg" /><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">David</span><br /><br />Copyright 2008 Kimberley Bermender<br /><a href="http://www.maginei.com/">maginei photography</a><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9861040-6090186600494724740?l=www.maginei.com%2Fphotos%2Fblog%2Fblog.html' alt='' /></div>Kimberley Bermenderhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10942029127300871649noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9861040.post-47395645847442236062008-08-14T16:06:00.000-07:002008-08-15T17:56:10.812-07:00Beach weddings in Santa Cruz during the summer are often cold and foggy. Who said "The coldest winter I ever spent was a summer in San Francisco?" Well, Santa Cruz is just down the road...<br /><br />On this wedding day, 8/8/08, we had perfect weather. Not only was the weather perfect, but this was one of the loveliest weddings in which I've been honored to participate. The couple were charming, location gorgeous, amazing light, fun friends and family... it truly came together as a perfect day. Here are some of the moments:<br /><br /><br /><img src="http://www.maginei.com/photos/blog/techner_3.jpg" /><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Ceremony</span><br /><img src="http://www.maginei.com/photos/blog/techner_4.jpg" /><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Love On the Rocks</span><br /><img src="http://www.maginei.com/photos/blog/techner_2.jpg" /><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">"I'm Married"</span><br /><img src="http://www.maginei.com/photos/blog/techner_5.jpg" /><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">The Guys</span><br /><img src="http://www.maginei.com/photos/blog/techner_1.jpg" /><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">The Cake</span><br /><br /><br />Copyright 2008 Kimberley Bermender<br /><a href="http://www.maginei.com/">maginei photography</a><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9861040-4739564584744223606?l=www.maginei.com%2Fphotos%2Fblog%2Fblog.html' alt='' /></div>Kimberley Bermenderhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10942029127300871649noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9861040.post-78235914610987997612008-07-18T12:09:00.000-07:002008-07-18T12:17:28.113-07:00Last week I did a two-day clothing catalog photo shoot with 60 final images delivered for a clothing company. Lessons learned from such an aggressive number of shots in a short timeframe: In order to maintain a high level of quality, we worked with a very tight process. A really sound, repeatable process ensures consistency, accuracy and detail - all critical factors when working on catalog images. It also helps that I had truly talented clothing stylists working with me. Fabric can be tough, and these shots really came together as we worked collaboratively to get the best images.<br /><br /><img src="/photos/blog/catalog1.jpg" /><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Be consistent: Catalog images end up side-by-side, so consistency is key</span><br /><br />Copyright 2008 Kimberley Bermender<br /><a href="http://www.maginei.com/">maginei photography</a><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9861040-7823591461098799761?l=www.maginei.com%2Fphotos%2Fblog%2Fblog.html' alt='' /></div>Kimberley Bermenderhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10942029127300871649noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9861040.post-67723126034944132992008-07-02T16:21:00.000-07:002008-07-02T16:24:57.530-07:00To clients, friends, family, I wish everyone a fun-filled, safe long holiday weekend. I am heading to High Sierra Music Festival where I will be photographing. I'll post some of the results here next week, time permitting. I have a completely booked schedule next week, so bear with me if I lag a bit on the blog posts. Actually, I'm already lagging, as have several jobs that are yet to get up here yet.<br /><br />Happy travels!<br />Kimberley<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9861040-6772312603494413299?l=www.maginei.com%2Fphotos%2Fblog%2Fblog.html' alt='' /></div>Kimberley Bermenderhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10942029127300871649noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9861040.post-29897339016066717482008-06-19T15:46:00.000-07:002008-06-19T15:56:12.904-07:00I love a challenge: six guys, four locations, high noon, just over two hours. This session took a lot of scheduling to get the entire band together, and we had very few choices for timeslots. While many photographers will say they never photograph at noon, I actually find that with my style, which tends toward high contrast and dramatic, I can make that harsh light work in my favor. There were a few instances where I had to change spots to get the light, but for the most part, it worked out just fine. And the band was fantastic to work with - they're excellent models as well as musicians. To hear them live, check out Cuordoroy Jim.<br /><br /><img src="/photos/blog/cj_01.jpg" /><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Band on the Tracks</span><img src="/photos/blog/cj_02.jpg" /><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Bent Bike Wheels and Graffitti - Should be a Song Title!</span><br /><img src="/photos/blog/cj_03.jpg" /><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Cuordoroy Jim</span><br /><img src="/photos/blog/cj_04.jpg" /><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">My Tombstone Vision Comes to Life</span><br /><img src="/photos/blog/cj_05.jpg" /><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Stylin'</span><br /><br />Copyright 2008 Kimberley Bermender<br /><a href="http://www.maginei.com/">maginei photography</a><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9861040-2989733901606671748?l=www.maginei.com%2Fphotos%2Fblog%2Fblog.html' alt='' /></div>Kimberley Bermenderhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10942029127300871649noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9861040.post-92123693428428965672008-06-12T14:47:00.000-07:002008-06-12T14:53:57.509-07:00I took a holiday weekend with my husband to celebrate a friend's birthday. We were in Big Sur for three fun days of camping, great music, celebrating and enjoying ourselves with many friends.<br /><br />So what does a photographer do while on vacation? Well, Arizona Steve caught me in action, camera in hand. It's not often the photographer gets her picture taken, so thought I'd share.<br /><br /><img src="/photos/blog/kbinaction.jpg" /><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">kb Caught in action. Photo credit: Arizona Steve Schneider, <a href="http://runningamok.net">runningamok.net </a></span><br /><br />Copyright 2008 Kimberley Bermender<br /><a href="http://www.maginei.com/">maginei photography</a><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9861040-9212369342842896567?l=www.maginei.com%2Fphotos%2Fblog%2Fblog.html' alt='' /></div>Kimberley Bermenderhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10942029127300871649noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9861040.post-87208033045360422842008-05-21T12:01:00.000-07:002008-05-23T09:40:26.667-07:00It was an absolute thrill to photograph Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as he spoke at the corporate event that I was photographing yesterday evening. His environmental message was so powerful and compelling that I almost forgot to photograph at moments! He followed his presentation with a book signing of his new book: <a href="http://www.riverkeeper.org/">the riverkeepers</a> (find out about the amazing organization behind the book at <a href="http://www.riverkeeper.org/">riverkeeper.org</a>). Here are some of the highlight moments of the evening:<br /><br /><img src="http://www.maginei.com/photos/blog/200805202030_1390.jpg" /><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Speaks</span><br /><img src="http://www.maginei.com/photos/blog/200805202037_1411.jpg" /><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Robert F. Kennedy Jr., Environmental Crusader</span><br /><img src="http://www.maginei.com/photos/blog/200805202057_1439.jpg" /><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Speaks</span><br /><img src="http://www.maginei.com/photos/blog/200805202107_1462.jpg" /><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Book Signing: the riverkeepers</span><br /><br />On another note, I, along with so many people in America today, extend my wishes to Senator Kennedy and the Kennedy family as they deal with the news of his tumor. Senator Kennedy has given decades of dedicated service to this country and his nephew, as demonstrated at last evening's event, continues and extends the service of this great American family. A heartfelt thanks to both.<br /><br />Copyright 2008 Kimberley Bermender<br /><a href="http://www.maginei.com/">maginei photography</a><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9861040-8720803304536042284?l=www.maginei.com%2Fphotos%2Fblog%2Fblog.html' alt='' /></div>Kimberley Bermenderhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10942029127300871649noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9861040.post-66334351041548242042008-05-15T17:34:00.000-07:002008-05-21T17:47:44.155-07:00I'm just back from photographing two days of <a href="http://staranalytics.com/">Star Analytics</a>' Customer Advisory Board meeting. Highlights of the event (for me, at least) included their announcement of winning a prestigious Red Herring 100 award, as well as presentation by industry luminary Howard Dresner. Congratulations Star Analytics!<br /><br /> of the evening:<br /><br /><img src="http://www.maginei.com/photos/blog/200805141312_0534.jpg" /><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">A Round Table Discussion</span><br /><img src="http://www.maginei.com/photos/blog/200805140840_0497.jpg" /><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Howard Dresner, Industry Expert</span><br /><img src="http://www.maginei.com/photos/blog/200805140748_0472_Edit.jpg" /><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Quinlan Eddy, Founder & CTO, Star Analytics</span><br /><br />Copyright 2008 Kimberley Bermender<br /><a href="http://www.maginei.com/">maginei photography</a><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9861040-6633435104154824204?l=www.maginei.com%2Fphotos%2Fblog%2Fblog.html' alt='' /></div>Kimberley Bermenderhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10942029127300871649noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9861040.post-82282112489682637352008-05-11T20:29:00.001-07:002008-05-15T17:31:06.924-07:00I've seen fire-dancers before, this being California and all. But I've never seen a fire-drummer! These shots were taken at the Zyante Hoedown, an annual music celebration in the Santa Cruz mountains. You can also check out <a href="http://www.maginei.com/photos/20080510">the slideshow</a>. which includes band images of Grampa's Chili and Dave Stein Bubhub.<br /><br /><img src="http://www.maginei.com/photos/blog/20080510_01.jpg" /><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Lighting the sticks</span><br /><img src="http://www.maginei.com/photos/blog/20080510_02.jpg" /><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Chanda drums fire and sound</span><br /><img src="http://www.maginei.com/photos/blog/20080510_03.jpg" /><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Alana dances with fire</span><br /><img src="http://www.maginei.com/photos/blog/20080510_04.jpg" /><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Fire song, power song</span><br /><br />Copyright 2008 Kimberley Bermender<br /><a href="http://www.maginei.com/">maginei photography</a><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9861040-8228211248968263735?l=www.maginei.com%2Fphotos%2Fblog%2Fblog.html' alt='' /></div>Kimberley Bermenderhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10942029127300871649noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9861040.post-62684596858745439482008-04-28T18:40:00.000-07:002008-04-29T11:06:01.924-07:00<p>"Ride a Wave's mission is to give children with special needs the chance to feel the thrill of riding a wave and experience a safe, fun-filled day at the beach, whether they are physically, developmentally or economically challenged. Since its inception in 1998, Ride a Wave (RAW) has helped over 2,500 kids get in the water and have a life changing day at the beach."</p><p>Photographing these events and being part of these kids' first ocean experiences is an absolute honor. Their courage and the expressions on their faces as they experience the ocean is an inspiration to me. It is the most fun photography!</p><span style="font-weight: bold;">Slideshows</span><br /><p><a href="http://www.maginei.com/downloads/raw/20080426_sycamorehouse/" target="_blank">04/26/2008 - Sycamore House Commons RAW Camp</a> </p><p><a href="http://www.maginei.com/downloads/raw/20080427_schoolforblind/" target="_blank">04/27/2008 - Burn Foundation/California &amp; Peninsula Schools for the Blind</a> </p><br /><img src="http://www.maginei.com/photos/blog/raw_1.jpg" /><br /><img src="http://www.maginei.com/photos/blog/raw_3.jpg" /><br /><img src="http://www.maginei.com/photos/blog/raw_4.jpg" /><br /><img src="http://www.maginei.com/photos/blog/raw_7.jpg" /><br /><br /><br />Copyright 2008 Kimberley Bermender<br /><a href="http://www.maginei.com/">maginei photography</a><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/9861040-6268459685874543948?l=www.maginei.com%2Fphotos%2Fblog%2Fblog.html' alt='' /></div>Kimberley Bermenderhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10942029127300871649noreply@blogger.com0