What an amazing evening last night at the Magic On Janesville Avenue event! Thanks to everyone who braved the weather and came out to see Santa and support the many great non-profits groups. All the photos have been posted to the gallery and you will have been emailed the link. Over half the proceeds from the photos will go to supporting next years holiday lights and making it even better for the community to enjoy. Happy Holidays!
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These are some fun pics I recently captured in and around the warming shelter at Haumerson's Pond for the Chamber. The Eisstok game was cool to see in person and learn about.
This weekend is the Candlelight Ski & Hike Night from 3-8pm on Saturday!
Press Release from United Way:
”We are so grateful to have been the recipient of the generosity from Jones Market and Ryan Ebert following the Magic on Jones Avenue event earlier this month.
Ryan Ebert donated $750 from the photos with Santa that he took and the Jones Market team donated $547 from the sale of hot chocolate and cookies at the event. Another THANK YOU to Pine Cone Travel Plaza for donating the cookies.
We are very appreciative of the support shown to United Way and our mission from this great community holiday event.
THANK YOU to Mariah & Jenna from Jones Market and THANK YOU to Ryan. Your caring power is helping your community in more ways than you know!”
Thanks to everyone who attended the Magic On Jones Ave event outside of Jones Market yesterday evening! It was a extremely fun time and we were able to raise a great deal for the United Way. The photo gallery is now live and those of you who signed up on the iPad will have gotten an email notification.
Finished sign I designed for the shop at Brindle Ink. Measures 36"x20", printed on 3mm plastic with a protective laminate so it'll last through whatever weather Wisconsin throws at it.
Things are rolling along at break neck speeds at both businesses. It's been a crazy swing from my toughest business year in 2020 to what'll likely be my best. Looking at my scope of current projects and ones booked, I'll only be accepting a very limited number of photography, videography, and design work for the remainder of this year.
As always, thanks for the tremendous support of my creative endeavors!
A fun project I've been helping with came to life today! From marketing materials to label design I've been working with Mangiami Italiano as they start make and sell their own marinara sauce. Right now it's available at the restaurant, the Lake Mills Farmers market, and soon coming to local stores.
Some colorful photos to brighten your Sunday. Trying out my newest lens in the yard this morning, the RF 100mm F2.8L Macro. Will be great for taking close up detail shots at weddings and as another portrait lens with its 100mm focal length.
Logo I designed for the new business, Brindle Ink. Give the page a follow so you can see our progress as we work towards opening.
Happy to share that Ben Weiss, Brandon Housley, and myself are starting a new business. Brindle Ink, a screen printing business soon to be opening in Fort Atkinson, WI. We each bring unique backgrounds and skill sets to our newest venture. Ben has extensive experience in screen printing. Brandon has helped establish multiple successful businesses in town and has deep roots to the community. My creative skills and graphic design background make screen printing a natural fit. We’re in the process of revitalizing a space on Madison Ave, moving equipment, building our website and designing a logo. So while we've got a lot of work to do, we plan on doing some test runs soon and hope to be open by early this summer.
Follow our progress at
facebook.com/brindleink
instagram.com/brindleink
www.brindleink.com (coming soon)
I'm happy to share I've been accepted to serve a three year term as an Ambassador for the Fort Atkinson Area Chamber of Commerce.
I've lived in Fort for almost 13 years now. It's where I have my home and have grown my business. I've found the Fort Chamber to be a great organization that fosters community, tourism, events, and aides in the growth of businesses. I've made many wonderful connections through the Chamber, both personally and professionally. Now I'm excited to get more involved and bring some creative ideas to the table as we work to navigate out of the challenges from the past year.
Happy New Years Eve!
We're all ready to turn the page on this year, especially us small business's owners. Being a freelance artist is never easy and always a bit of roller coaster. Certainly with even greater highs and lows this past year. I feel confident knowing that if my business can weather 2020, it can make it through anything.
The year wasn't without some bright moments. I found new ways to donate creative items to local youth when things were shut down. Lots of great portrait sessions and more intimate weddings. I gained more long term design clients. My videography and real estate work continues to grow. Had new adventures of selling handmade items and family craft kits through Etsy, the Fort Farmers Market and at This & That at The Mill. I was featured on News 3 Now / Channel 3000 and had a couple mentions in the Daily Jefferson County Union newspaper. Was honored to receive the Coolest Thing Made in Fort award for my fishing decoys from the Fort Atkinson Area Chamber of Commerce. Also was honored with a honorable mention in ag photography from AAEA- The Ag Communicators Network.
A sincere thank you to every individual, business, and association that continues to rely on me for their creative needs year after year. That trust and support is not taken for granted. Cheers to a brighter future in 2021!
Thanks to everyone who voted for my handmade spear fishing decoys as the Coolest Thing Made in Fort! Also thanks to the Fort Atkinson Area Chamber of Commerce for this fun annual contest. I'll proudly be displaying the beautiful trophy for the next year.
Last year I captured a lot of area businesses, events, and scenes for the new Fort Atkinson visitor guide, that was recently printed. I think the book turned out excellent and is a great reminder of all the things we love about Fort Atkinson. You can view the booklet online or find printed versions at the Chamber. https://fortchamber.com/visitor-guide
A slightly different version of my interview was on News 3 Now / Channel 3000 this morning. The Dwight Foster Public Library (Fort Atkinson is opening back up today, with adjusted hours and safety protocols.
https://youtu.be/JllUxkciDdk?t=1187
Thanks again to Brandon Housley Real Estate who helped sponsor the big library donation.
Hey Fort Atkinson area friends! Thanks to the generous sponsorship from Brandon Housley Real Estate, we just donated over 60 wood cutouts and 150+ Fort Community coloring pages to the Dwight Foster Public Library (Fort Atkinson to distribute through their Craft Club. I also made a coloring page of the library that is currently only available there. So next time you're doing curbside pickup of your favorite book, be sure to also request some creative items to help keep your kids busy.
Wow, what a perfect morning volunteering at the Kids Art Tent . I can’t believe the turnout of both kids and adults that stopped by. I made 62 cutouts for kids to paint and ran out of them shortly before the Fort Farmers Market ended. I then spent the afternoon at the Fort Fall Fiesta capturing photos of the event.
Had a great time capturing the 17th Annual Rhythm on the River last night for the Fort Chamber. Was a big crowd, excellent local bands, and amazing weather.