KinderCare

This past summer, we had the opportunity to create eight custom images for the newly remodeled KinderCare Headquarters in Portland, Oregon. The assignment was to create images from a specific list of activities to be printed as wall-sized murals in their corporate offices.

Using a combination of both professional talent and real KinderCare members, it was clear that these kids had a great time even though the majority of them had just met. Throughout the day, we played so many fun games like Hopscotch, Follow the Leader, Peek-a-boo, and Red Rover (just to name a few). To keep the shoot as authentic as possible, we even shot at a local KinderCare in Schaumburg.  

Here are a handful of our favorites from the shoot.

Crew

Producer:  Trevor Power

Assistants:  Leah Fithian, Lyndon French, Tom Michas

DIT:  Derek Smith

Child Wranglers:  Meg Grunewald + Sharon Roach

Stylist:  Sebastian Toma

Hair + Makeup:  Lauren Frenden

#tbt Dad Time — Nick Grover

Nick Grover, head of licensing at Uniqlo, and his son, Mikio, were really fun to explore with. Mom, Surya, owns and runs Tosan Knows Best, a curated selection of goods for the raddest of dads.

We first met Nick, Mikio, and Surya at Muir Beach Overlook, part of the Golden Gate National Recreation Area. It was a beautiful, very windy drive through the mountains and along the shore. Showing off gorgeous views of Pacific oceanside cliffs, this is one breathtaking site. We even got to see a blue whale!

After, we headed to a great little spot for some roadside camping in their Westfalia van, had some snacks, and then took a hike down to a really neat tree swing that boasted ocean views on one side and mountains on the other. Mikio is full of energy and his genuine excitement for exploring cannot be ignored. And he's got quite the set of parents to continue nurturing and encouraging that desire.

Doejo Video

Doejo Video

A few months back we had the lovely opportunity to document a day in the life of Doejo's office in Lakeview. If you aren't already familiar, Doejo is an innovation studio powered by a collective of problem solvers. As their site states, they create platforms, experiences, spaces, and companies that build momentum and scale. 

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Dad Time — Trathen Heckman

We had the best time out in Petaluma visiting with Trathen Heckman and his lovely daughter, Ella. Trathen is the founder of Daily Acts, publisher of Ripples Journal, and a backyard farmer. He educates and collaborates with communities, business, and municipal leaders to harness the power of nature in order to restore the health of lives and communities.

Blackberries, raspberries, edible flowers that taste like cotton candy, mulberries, and kale are just a few things growing in their incredible backyard garden. They are also raising chickens, so fresh eggs are a daily blessing. There's even an adorable kitten named 'Pudgy' that spends its days romping around the garden. In the front you can find artichokes, herbs, and fruit trees lining the edge of the garden. And Ella cannot resist the loquat tree that's growing just at their neighbor's house on the corner of their street.

After tending to and watering the garden, collecting eggs and making breakfast, Trathen and Ella showed off their scooting and skating skills throughout their neighborhood.

Gerchen Keller

There is nothing better than seeing clients use my photography in a bold, powerful way. Check out Gerchen Keller's new website and marketing materials below. Special thanks to the WSJ for the introduction — I actually photographed them many years ago when they were just getting started, and it's incredible to see how their company has really taken off. And kudos to Kerry Grady for the stunning design work.