Release date: July 1, 2009
CHARACTER ARTIST STEPHEN SILVER RELEASES BOOK ON LIFE DRAWING
Simi Valley, Calif.–Character artist Stephen Silver has just released his fifth book, Passion for Life, which gives insights into his philosophies of life drawing and life itself.
"The title 'Passion for Life' came to me on the day that my fifty-year-old cousin Ellen Wahl passed away," he writes. "It is not only a reminder of how short our time here on earth can sometimes be, but also a reminder to make every day count."
Silver, who has worked for Disney Television Animation, Sony Feature Animation, and Nickelodeon Animation, is the character designer behind "Kim Possible," "Danny Phantom," and the characters of Kevin Smith's animated "Clerks" series. He teaches at CalArts and the Los Angeles Academy of Figurative Arts.
Passion for Life grew from a personal collection of over 300 of his own life drawings. The figures are drawn in a range of styles. Some are finished, some are rough. In the essays accompanying the artwork he addresses artistic and life themes including balance, passion, gesture, rhythm, experimenting and inspiration.
On passion, he writes: "As you can see within these pages, to me, the meaning of life drawing is . . . having fun, experimenting, just drawing, and sharing my art and insights with you. Being an artist does not have to be a curse; it is a way of expressing yourself and your vision, a way of screaming on the blank paper. What do you want to be in your life? What do you want to do for you? What do you want to say?"
Silver's book is intended for a wide audience.
"My goal is to cater not just to the artist or the student but also to the person who appreciates art," he said.
Silver is the recipient of a 2000 Golden Nosey award from the National Caricaturist Network and the 2007 National Cartoonists Society’s television animation award.
Passion for Life is a 12" x 9" 200 page full-color hardcover available through Silver's web site (http://www.silvertoons.com), Amazon, Borders, comic book stores, and conventions including comic-con and the Toronto Fan Expo.
Tuesday, May 26, 2009
Press release for Amanda Elkins
FROM: Amanda Elkins Photography
http://www.amandaelkins.com/
For more information please contact: Amanda Elkins, phone 805-901-9241
For immediate release
PRESTIGE CAMARILLO PHOTOGRAPHER INTRODUCES NEW HIGH SCHOOL SPOKES MODEL PROGRAM
Camarillo, Calif.–Amanda Elkins, a slim former model from Brazil, took careful aim with her camera at a model near a broken trellis.
"Eyes here," she said, and snapped the shot.
The abandoned gas station where the photo shoot took place offered a colorful array of backgrounds. Particle board gave one wall a rough texture. Shattered glass windows glinted in the sun. The jutting wood of the broken trellis waited, paint fading in the sea air. All visually interesting, and all very much in line with the casual, editorial style Elkins searches for in creating her work.
"If I could buy this place I would," Elkins said. "And I would keep it just as it is now."
Elkins' line of signature portraits are rich with color and full of personality. And so it seems a natural fit that Elkins is introducing a new line of portraits for teens.
"I was inspired to create the teen portrait line by my modeling days and my love for editorials," Elkins said. "I have been able to create a whole session based on each teen individually while making it fun and stylish. I want each one to feel like one of those girls or boys in the magazines they read."
To celebrate the introduction of her new senior portrait line, Elkins is launching a teen spokes model program.
The spokes models will each receive a free sitting and can earn points they may apply toward portraits by working as spokes models for Amanda Elkins photography. As spokes models, the teens will share information about the senior portrait line with classmates and friends.
Portraits from the sessions of Elkin's first spokes models are now available for viewing at http://www.amandaelkins.com.
"Amanda was very easy to work with, very professional and it is obvious she is passionate about her job and loves what she does," said spokes model Chantelle Sawyer. "She always made me feel comfortable wherever we were—even if we were in the middle of the street! Everyone loves Amanda's pictures, they all think they are fun and very professional."
Spokes model Heather Grassette agreed.
"Working with Amanda is really a lot of fun, especially now that she has a stylist," said Grassette. "You get to wear the most awesome outfits and be a model for a day. No matter the reason for your photos, whether it be for a modeling portfolio, senior portraits, or just a few family photos, your pictures will always look amazing."
Elkins has recently added stylist Laura Paley to her team. The Amanda Elkins combination of a prestige photographer and professional stylist offers a one-of-a-kind photography experience that spokes models and clients will not soon forget.
"Working with a stylist can be an eye-opening experience," said Paley. "Discovering what clothes make you look your absolute best is powerful. It changes how you think about clothes and the choices you make."
Paley works with each spokes model and client on an individualized basis prior to each photo session.
"I like to start out by having the client show me their favorite wardrobe items, the clothes that they love the most and feel the best in," Paley said. "This helps me to identify their personal style. I'll make selections from their wardrobe, pull clothing—borrow from a retailer, and use items from my style closet to complete the look we are going for. I work with my client's basic style and encourage modifications that would benefit them."
Elkins hopes the spokes model program will attract a range of teens, from athletes to fashionistas to aspiring models.
"This session is meant to be for everyone," Elkins said. "It will cater to different crowds. The main ingredient here is a love for photography."
Amanda Elkins photography offers on-location senior portraits in and around Camarillo, Calif. To learn more about Amanda Elkins photography or to get in touch with Amanda about applying to be a spokes model, visit http://www.amandaelkins.com.
http://www.amandaelkins.com/
For more information please contact: Amanda Elkins, phone 805-901-9241
For immediate release
PRESTIGE CAMARILLO PHOTOGRAPHER INTRODUCES NEW HIGH SCHOOL SPOKES MODEL PROGRAM
Camarillo, Calif.–Amanda Elkins, a slim former model from Brazil, took careful aim with her camera at a model near a broken trellis.
"Eyes here," she said, and snapped the shot.
The abandoned gas station where the photo shoot took place offered a colorful array of backgrounds. Particle board gave one wall a rough texture. Shattered glass windows glinted in the sun. The jutting wood of the broken trellis waited, paint fading in the sea air. All visually interesting, and all very much in line with the casual, editorial style Elkins searches for in creating her work.
"If I could buy this place I would," Elkins said. "And I would keep it just as it is now."
Elkins' line of signature portraits are rich with color and full of personality. And so it seems a natural fit that Elkins is introducing a new line of portraits for teens.
"I was inspired to create the teen portrait line by my modeling days and my love for editorials," Elkins said. "I have been able to create a whole session based on each teen individually while making it fun and stylish. I want each one to feel like one of those girls or boys in the magazines they read."
To celebrate the introduction of her new senior portrait line, Elkins is launching a teen spokes model program.
The spokes models will each receive a free sitting and can earn points they may apply toward portraits by working as spokes models for Amanda Elkins photography. As spokes models, the teens will share information about the senior portrait line with classmates and friends.
Portraits from the sessions of Elkin's first spokes models are now available for viewing at http://www.amandaelkins.com.
"Amanda was very easy to work with, very professional and it is obvious she is passionate about her job and loves what she does," said spokes model Chantelle Sawyer. "She always made me feel comfortable wherever we were—even if we were in the middle of the street! Everyone loves Amanda's pictures, they all think they are fun and very professional."
Spokes model Heather Grassette agreed.
"Working with Amanda is really a lot of fun, especially now that she has a stylist," said Grassette. "You get to wear the most awesome outfits and be a model for a day. No matter the reason for your photos, whether it be for a modeling portfolio, senior portraits, or just a few family photos, your pictures will always look amazing."
Elkins has recently added stylist Laura Paley to her team. The Amanda Elkins combination of a prestige photographer and professional stylist offers a one-of-a-kind photography experience that spokes models and clients will not soon forget.
"Working with a stylist can be an eye-opening experience," said Paley. "Discovering what clothes make you look your absolute best is powerful. It changes how you think about clothes and the choices you make."
Paley works with each spokes model and client on an individualized basis prior to each photo session.
"I like to start out by having the client show me their favorite wardrobe items, the clothes that they love the most and feel the best in," Paley said. "This helps me to identify their personal style. I'll make selections from their wardrobe, pull clothing—borrow from a retailer, and use items from my style closet to complete the look we are going for. I work with my client's basic style and encourage modifications that would benefit them."
Elkins hopes the spokes model program will attract a range of teens, from athletes to fashionistas to aspiring models.
"This session is meant to be for everyone," Elkins said. "It will cater to different crowds. The main ingredient here is a love for photography."
Amanda Elkins photography offers on-location senior portraits in and around Camarillo, Calif. To learn more about Amanda Elkins photography or to get in touch with Amanda about applying to be a spokes model, visit http://www.amandaelkins.com.
One Sheet for CityMommy.com
One Sheet for CityMommy.com
History
Created by a mom for moms. Dayna Landry started CityMommy April 2007 in Los Angeles. Finishing its first year with a membership of approximately 7,500, CityMommy has grown to include 27 areas and currently boasts 20,000 members nationwide.
Vision
Our site connects moms to playgroups, local resources, and the best products and services available for young, affluent moms and their families.
Purpose
CityMommy is a cross between a local social networking site and an online community. Members can share photos of themselves and their children and weigh in on everything from pediatricians to preschools. Over a third of our members check in with the site at least daily. But for moms who don't have time to scan the active message boards, CityMommy sends out a daily digest of hot topics. Readership is by invitation only--friends invite friends, thus building a strong site community. The CityMommy blog at citymommy.com offers articles, interviews, and giveaways of interest to our members.
Goals
CityMommy plans to cover fifty areas within the next two years. We look forward to growing our community and are always on the lookout for new resources to share with the moms in our network.
Ad Rates
We offer a range of ad rates and placements within our site. You may purchase a banner, editorial spotlight, or space on our shopping pages. National and local ad campaigns are available. Contact us today at dayna@citymommy.com or 310.729.8374 to discuss how we can best tell our readers about your product or business.
May 2009
History
Created by a mom for moms. Dayna Landry started CityMommy April 2007 in Los Angeles. Finishing its first year with a membership of approximately 7,500, CityMommy has grown to include 27 areas and currently boasts 20,000 members nationwide.
Vision
Our site connects moms to playgroups, local resources, and the best products and services available for young, affluent moms and their families.
Purpose
CityMommy is a cross between a local social networking site and an online community. Members can share photos of themselves and their children and weigh in on everything from pediatricians to preschools. Over a third of our members check in with the site at least daily. But for moms who don't have time to scan the active message boards, CityMommy sends out a daily digest of hot topics. Readership is by invitation only--friends invite friends, thus building a strong site community. The CityMommy blog at citymommy.com offers articles, interviews, and giveaways of interest to our members.
Goals
CityMommy plans to cover fifty areas within the next two years. We look forward to growing our community and are always on the lookout for new resources to share with the moms in our network.
Ad Rates
We offer a range of ad rates and placements within our site. You may purchase a banner, editorial spotlight, or space on our shopping pages. National and local ad campaigns are available. Contact us today at dayna@citymommy.com or 310.729.8374 to discuss how we can best tell our readers about your product or business.
May 2009
Imagine Video One-Sheet
One Sheet for Imagine Video
Who we are
The gurus of media archiving and digitizing, Imagine Video offers video transfer services to the greater Los Angeles area. We offer videotape to DVD, movie film to DVD, videotape to hard drive, and 35MM to DVD transfer services.
Service
Imagine Video offers the highest level of confidentiality and professionalism. We will provide front-desk service for you at your home and provide close attention to detail. We provide a top-of-the-line experience to our clientele and choose to focus on the quality of customer service delivered rather than on the volume of customers served. Our service is unmatched in the industry.
Product
The excellent quality of Imagine Video's finished products will keep your treasured movies and images safe for a long time to come. Our DVD menus offer up to 54 intelligent chapter points at natural scene breaks and each custom DVD case cover sheet will be printed with a picture index from your footage.
History
Founder Oliver Monroe has been in the video industry for more than thirty years, beginning his career as a photographer for Black Star Photo Agency assigned to the White House and later traveling as a photographer with musicians around the globe. His experience also extends to editing commercials and doing digital work for name-brand corporate clients.
Call today
Busy professionals who need superior product from a trusted company will find no better source for their video transfer needs than Imagine Video. Contact us today at 310.256.7299 to discuss your project or send Oliver a note directly at olivermonroe@gmail.com. Let us take care of you.
May 2009
Who we are
The gurus of media archiving and digitizing, Imagine Video offers video transfer services to the greater Los Angeles area. We offer videotape to DVD, movie film to DVD, videotape to hard drive, and 35MM to DVD transfer services.
Service
Imagine Video offers the highest level of confidentiality and professionalism. We will provide front-desk service for you at your home and provide close attention to detail. We provide a top-of-the-line experience to our clientele and choose to focus on the quality of customer service delivered rather than on the volume of customers served. Our service is unmatched in the industry.
Product
The excellent quality of Imagine Video's finished products will keep your treasured movies and images safe for a long time to come. Our DVD menus offer up to 54 intelligent chapter points at natural scene breaks and each custom DVD case cover sheet will be printed with a picture index from your footage.
History
Founder Oliver Monroe has been in the video industry for more than thirty years, beginning his career as a photographer for Black Star Photo Agency assigned to the White House and later traveling as a photographer with musicians around the globe. His experience also extends to editing commercials and doing digital work for name-brand corporate clients.
Call today
Busy professionals who need superior product from a trusted company will find no better source for their video transfer needs than Imagine Video. Contact us today at 310.256.7299 to discuss your project or send Oliver a note directly at olivermonroe@gmail.com. Let us take care of you.
May 2009
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