ENVISIONOGRAPHY

.:NEW BLOG:.

Phillip — Sat, 29 Nov 2008 22:13:58 +0000

Check out the new blog here

.:Dinner at the Simmon’s Home:.

Phillip — Wed, 26 Nov 2008 01:07:36 +0000

Sunday night Kelly and Michael Simmon invited me over to join them for dinner. I brought my camera knowing I would have to get some shots of their littlest guy Zach, and his two older brothers Drew and Jack. These three little guys are awesome. At first I think they were a little shy, but that didn’t not last long. They were calling me “Mr. Phillip”. Each of them loves to have there picture taken. My camera has the ability to make a quick voice memo for each photo I take. They thought it was the coolest thing to be able to record and listen to their voice coming out the camera. We tried to get little Zach to say something into the camera, but he was content with seeing himself on the display. Drew and Jack were super excited for me to see there room. They have an awesome setup. Lots cool toys and super hero stuff decorated their room. I was jealous.

Kelly is a fabulous cook. She made a delicious rosemary chicken and potatoes that didn’t disappoint.

a little caesar salad

The boys had a book that is full things all boys should know and be able to do. There was a section on paper planes, so I made them a couple paper airplanes that my Granddad taught me how to make when I was their age.

Zach looking on the table for pie or his little yellow golf ball.

Thank you Michael and Kelly for having me over and getting to share a night with your wonderful family.

.:Lexi & Sara’s Senior Photos:.

Phillip — Thu, 13 Nov 2008 09:48:13 +0000

Tuesday I had my first high school senior photo shoot with Lexi and Sara. I’ve known Lexi and Sara for over two years now. They are in the youth group I help lead at North Ridge Community Church. We actually first attempted to do the shoot on Sunday afternoon, but it happened to be one of the only days during the year when it’s ridiculously windy here in Phoenix. Sara and Lexi were great, they were pros in front of the camera. I’m sure it comes from all the church trips we’ve been on when they insist on being in every single photo I take. Make sure to check out the slideshow for more of my favorite shots from the day.

Lexi in this awesome alley with some delicious light to work with

Here’s Sara jumping for joy in the alley

A random bush-branch-sword-fight broke out

I was trying to get them to take a picture together, and Sara thought it was best if she stood right in front of Lexi

SLIDESHOW

.:Visit from the Family:.

Phillip — Thu, 06 Nov 2008 23:18:53 +0000

Last weekend my family from Texas came out to visit my sister and I. We went up to Sedona and stayed at the Los Abrigados Resort. It was a beautiful and relaxing weekend. We did a little hiking, took a helicopter ride over Sedona, and went up to the Grand Canyon for a day. They had never been to Arizona before, and were spoiled by the beauty of the red rock country. My parents loved it so much that they bought a time share in Sedona, which I’m looking forward to using for some weekend getaways. It was good to be able to spend time with the fam, especially this weekend.

Noah picking berries along the creek side

The hike soon turned into a family portrait session…

Some petrified undies

First helicopter ride! Absolutely breathtaking views over Sedona. Special thanks to Don, with Arizona Helicopter Adventures, for a great time.

It was really challenging to get some quality photos while in the cockpit. I had to fight the glare and haze from the windshield.

The Grand Canyon

Leaving the Canyon we saw a couple of elk on the side of the rode. I was surprised to be able to get this close. Shot this with my 24-70 lens.

Cool shot of Haley blowing a handful of leaves

SLIDESHOW OF ALL THE IMAGES

.:Time to VOTE!..do it.:.

Phillip — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 16:34:46 +0000

I had this sound clip forwarded to me the other day. Listen to this.

.:awesome oppurtunity to give away someone elses money:.

Phillip — Sat, 01 Nov 2008 05:00:02 +0000

So I was going through a couple of photographers blogs tonight, David Jay’s being one of them, and I found this http://buildpipelines.blogspot.com/2008/10/make-me-give-til-it-hurts.html. This guy Deyl is giving up $10 to this great cause for every comment he receives on the video. So go to that link and leave a positive comment. It’s easy…. do it. Happy Halloween!

.:Hiking Trip with The Element:.

Phillip — Sun, 26 Oct 2008 22:12:57 +0000

I took about a hour and a half drive up north with a group of folks from The Element to Sedona yesterday. We took a little hike in Oak Creek Canyon, and it was beautiful. It was great getting the chance to meet a couple new people, and to talk about life with others. Special thanks to Chad Demiguel for setting this trip up for us, we had a great time. Hope there are more trips like this to come.

A random fireplace at the beginning of the trail

Chris setting up the shot

Seen here are very rare images of a mountain man the locals call “Forward”.

A photo of Chris and I taken by Maura

Part of the crew that went on the hike. From left to right: Chad, Dobbs, Chris Ross, Chris, and Maura.

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SLIDESHOW OF ALL THE IMAGES FROM THE DAY

.:LGLP Mexico Update:.

Phillip — Thu, 16 Oct 2008 23:50:45 +0000

Click on a picture to see more pictures and read about our October trip to Mexico.

.:It’s Here:.

Phillip — Fri, 03 Oct 2008 09:22:27 +0000

The site is finally up. We still have some things we will be adding in the near future, so make sure to check back. Click the picture above to check it out. Also, make sure to leave a comment to let me know what you think. Thanks.

.:Rackspace on TheStreet.com:.

Phillip — Fri, 19 Sep 2008 20:13:32 +0000

Lanham Napier, the CEO of Rackspace was recently interviewed by TheStreet.com. Some of my photos from my work down in San Antonio, TX made the video. Check out the interview here.