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Jackie is in serious need of help !!! PLEASE READ THIS.

Thu, 21 May 2009 01:35:41 +0000

For all who have asked about one of our photographers, here is a foundation that has been set up for her by her fiance`, Dan. We urge all of you to give what you can to help this young couple out in their time of need. They are the most wonderful people you could ever ask for and would bend over backwards to help you if the tables were turned. PLEASE GO TO THE LINK AND READ THE STORY.

http://www.jacklynagate.com/Site/helping%20hand.html

Deke

News about “The Queen” . . .

Sat, 09 May 2009 18:04:11 +0000

For those who know her, Jackie “The Queen” is currently undergoing some very trying medical issues. Our hearts are with her and Dan through this heartfelt time and are there for them for “whatever” they might need. Since a few of us have experienced similar trials in the past recent years, we fully know what they are going through right now. I want to be the first to volunteer to shave my head right along with her in order to show my support and understanding of what she will be going through.

And now all of you can laugh your heads off as you know that I will look no where near as good as this guy. Call us if you need anything guys. We are here for you at a moments notice.

Deke, Zoey and the rest of the crew . . .

Seminar was a GREAT success . . .

Sun, 29 Mar 2009 23:29:03 +0000

The last count was 189 registered people were in attendance at this seminar. PSA signed up 17 new members as well. We had 3 countries, 7 states and all ages in attendance. No snow this year when we broke for lunch, “thank God.” However we did have a little rain at the end. There were lots of questions and interest in Franz Lanting’s teachings. In talking to roughly 40 people about their experience with this, they all were very pleased with what they took away from this event. Here are a few random images fromt he event.

All had a wonderful time and shared some much needed time and fellowship together. Here’s looking at next year . . .

Deke

This weekend’s activites – - -

Fri, 27 Mar 2009 16:41:06 +0000

Since our company has been active members and participants with PSA for years, and the fact that I currently hold the position of Region Director of PSA for the Region 26 / Inland Northwest, we thought it only proper to let all of you know of this wonderful seminar this weekend. If you have any interest in photography at any level, this is a DO NOT MISS. We will have Dan Dekan and Skye Perrigo in attendance as well as myself. Skye will be shooting some documentary footage of this event and we will put a few stills up on Monday so anyone who could not make this event can see what this was all about. Franz Lanting is one of the best speakers and internationally known photographers in the world. Below is a rundown of what this seminar is all about. At last count, I believe Gerald Biggs said we had over 240 signed up and over 120 for the field trips.

Hope to see you there.

Deke

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Notes:

Inland Empire Chapter of PSA Presnets
Spring Seminar, 2009

March 28-29th is the weekend to note on your calender. Internationally known Frans Lanting will present Saturday at Spokane Falls Comminity College, Building 15. On Sunday, Otto Stevens and a host of helpers are going to lead five separate all day field trips to several locations. Details available on www.psainlandempire.org or the semiinar brochure available from Otto Stevens, John Dean, FPSA, Steve Shining, APSA or BobGriffith, FPSA, EPSA.

Lanting’s presentation will be, “Life: The Unfolding Journey”. Frans Lanting’s program presents a remarkable vision of the story of life on Earth from the Big Bang to the present that speaks to the future for all life on planet Earth. Seven years ago Lanting set off on a journey of photographic discovery that parallels new scientific insights about the history of life. His search has been wide-ranging and provocative, leading him from microscopic worlds to primordial landscapes that preserve time capsules of life’s history. The result is a glorious celebration of planet Earth that inspires and informs through images and stories of the amazing biodiversity that surrounds us all. The journey culminates in a new vision of nature as a collective force that maintains our planet’s atmosphere–the protective membrane essential to all life. At a time when humans are realizing their global impact on the atmosphere, LIFE sets the stage for seeing a path to the future that rises from an understanding of life’s astonishing past.

Sunday, March 29, five separate all-day field trips will be available to seminar participants and spouces (or significant other). Destinations are: 1) Inside Spokane (2) Channeled Scablands to Lincoln County (3) Memorabilia, Mountains & Missions (4) Northwest portion of the Palouse (5) Southeast to Palouse, WA & into Idaho. Details for these trips may also be obtained on the web site or seminar brochure noted above

Where has “On the edge” been . . . ?

Thu, 19 Mar 2009 22:34:33 +0000

Well, yes . . . we have been very busy shooting several commercial jobs here in the last few weeks. The most recent was the Buddy Werner finals at the Mt. Spokane Ski area. WHAT A WONDERFUL TIME!!!!

Here are a few images from our first day where we took the team photos and had a ball. Too bad the weather turned “less than desired” after this. All 4000+ images are up on the “Images” site if you want to see them. (Better make some popcorn, because it will take you hours to go through them all. And there are more coming tomorrow. We are uploading them as fast as we can.

So this was Simon, Danny Boy, Skye Bird and Myself. It was very cold, long, tiring and pushing the limits of our team. All in all though, we had a great time and enjoyed all the teams, racers and coaches tremendously. We can’t wait to do it again another year.

Soon . . .

So when all you guys think your job is rough . . . . remember what we had to do for this job. From 7:30 in the morning at roughly 17 degree weather, standing on the side of a slalom hill in snowshoes in blizzard snow and a skier coming by your camera about every 30 seconds. Now THATS dedication guys . . . When we say no one beats our team, we “really” mean it.

Be well . . .

Deke

Rachel and Brad – Liberty Lake Park

Wed, 08 Oct 2008 20:00:10 +0000

Dan and Jackie shot this wedding and it looks like it was a ton of fun. Here are a few images from the event to show everyone what they missed. There are hundreds more on the site, through the events page.

I’m not too sure that I want to know what was going on here . . .

Out on the dock . . .

And back in the trees . . .

A beautiful day and awesome backdrop . . .

During the ceremony . . .

The ring . . .

A special hug afterwards . . .

And the Hula Girls (guys) . . .

Wish that the rest of us could have been there guys. Apparently you had a ball anyway. We all wish you the best of luck and happiness with your new life together.

P.S. – be careful where you point those guns man . . .

Deke

A Touch of Country and a stunning wedding – - -

Thu, 18 Sep 2008 01:30:10 +0000

What a beautiful wedding. This one was a keeper for sure. And with a “movie star” name like Sheridon Sinnema, how could it not be fantastic? Here is a small selection of images of random things from the two days of shooting.

The rehearsal when no one was knowing what to do . . .

The Rehearsal Dinner at the parents home . . .

The girls getting ready . . .

The guys goofing off . . .

A stunning bride . . .

And a shot to show her “good side” . . .

And of course, she even looks beautiful with her makeup running . . .

The bonding ceremony which ties them together forever . . .

I think they were glad it was over . . .

The evening sun was perfect for a few more formals . . .

The reception was simply what storybooks are made from . . .

The pearls were a nice touch . . .

You will have to use your imagination as to what this was . . . (Oh my GOD!!!)

And what “characters” the groomsmen were for sure . . .

And yes . . . Sheridon was able to keep them all up . . .

And the last shot before climbing into the limo . . .

Good luck guys. See you soon. Dan and I had a ball shooting your event and look forward to all of your family and friends comments on the site.

Deke

Walla Walla, Washington Wedding . . . (“say that 3 times fast”)

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 20:46:00 +0000

Despite the heat, the wedding party, family and friends had a wonderful time. Here are a few picks from the job that Jackie and I did over the weekend. Check out all the others that are up on the site through the “events” tab.

The Veil . . .

Getting through the dress . . .

Now off to the reception . . .

A kiss on the neck . . .

What a beautiful cake . . .

A quiet moment . . .

And they all jumped for joy as the couple kissed a final time in the night . . .

Dan