I headed down to Westlake yesterday morning to cover the 3rd Annual MLK Day Parade for Seattle Weekly’s people slideshow. Most of the talent didn’t show so hundreds of people stood around to watch the three that did; the Zionettes (maroon jumpsuits), the Ballard Eagles Drill Team (hats & pom pom socks) and the Baby Dangeretts...
I got to work with Cori & Aviva of the the Adventure School last night at a birthday party. They do untraditional events and parties with a twist. Last night there was bicycle powered spin art, psychic readings and huge balloons. I’d love to see what they’d do for a wedding (yes, they do those...
Using your iPod instead of a DJ at the reception can be tricky. If you want dancing, you’re gonna have to keep the rhythm going. Here are some songs that did the trick at my wedding: Rock Steady by Aretha Franklin Rapture by Blondie Standing in the Way of Control by the Gossip The Last...
One of my wedding clients invited me to her bachelorette party last Saturday and I just couldn’t resist taking out my camera. At Venus Karaoke in the International District you can rent out your own private room with your own private karaoke machine. Secure a banquet permit ahead of time ($10 at any liquor store)...
My buddy Amy Stevens is showing her photographs of the crazy colorful homemade cakes she makes, set on various patterned backgrounds at the PCNW this month. They’re like Martha Stewart on mushrooms. Seriously – you have to click that link. These days she’s living in Philadelphia (they give her grant money to do this!) but...
