Now its Personal

Hopeless romantic. Starving artist.

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To #play is such a vital and important part of our mental health as human beings. To have friends that know what we’re talking about and are just as nerdy as well are about that one special thing. I have struggled to find these people at this time in my life and when all the world points and tells you that anything that one does should make them money, something as essential as play often slips from the front of one’s mind. For this reason, I could not appreciate more the company of @thephotoscooper . To have a couple drinks and nerd out about photo stuff and to have him actually understand what I’m saying when speaking in industry jargon is as valuable as platinum. Sam is one of the best product photographers in this city, though undervalued, as most professionals and artists in this city are. I value his skill, but also value his camaraderie, friendship and shared passion. Thank you for joining me, Sam. EVERYONE GO LOOK AT HIS WORK AND HIRE HIM!! (at TangleFoot) https://www.instagram.com/p/CYXIP7JPf8z/?utm_medium=tumblr

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There is no-one more fortunate than I that this powerhouse woman chooses me, chooses us, and chooses our family every day. I watch in awe as she grows another little human of ours and in anticipation of our life to be. Thank you for loving me @suzannelisette! ❤️ 18 weeks and a couple days down. Little Flynn is pepper sized. (at TangleFoot) https://www.instagram.com/p/CYNgzD-LvG3/?utm_medium=tumblr

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There are people that come to you out of the blue that are delightfully refreshing to work with. One such is @jenniferannbruce and her sons Alex and Max. As an artist, I often need to compromise on the value of what I produce and even more frequently the style/concept to fit my clients’ needs or budget. Jennifer, having been a creative director, intuitively knew how to work with me as an artist. She is incredibly kind, communicative, and one of the most collaborative people I’ve worked with for some time, defaulting to me and respecting my creative process, vision, and intention, but just as quickly contributing when brought into composing the shots of her wonderful sons. This seems like such a simple thing. But it’s a rare gem to collaborate with such a person. I can’t thank you enough, Jennifer for hiring me for what I love to do, valuing my art, experience, and skill and allowing me to make great art with you and your grads! Congratulations to Alex and Max on your graduation and to Alex on your early admission to college!!! ✨🤘🏻✨ (at TangleFoot) https://www.instagram.com/p/CX37CE0L3uO/?utm_medium=tumblr

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In addition to being effortlessly stylish, fashionable and blazingly confident, Cáel is also brilliant and absolutely fantastic to collaborate with! Collaboration is key, and when I told him we’d be shooting in an abandoned factory space, he didn’t even hesitate and the results speak for themselves. I couldn’t be more grateful to have worked with him to produce his images for the story being written on him for the 2021-22 Fulbright Distinguished Research Chair of Arts and Social Sciences at Carleton University! A little more about Cáel: Author, “Lana and Lilly Wachowski: Sensing Transgender” (U. Illinois Press, 2018) Fulbright Canada Distinguished Research Chair, Arts and Social Sciences at Carleton University Special Editor, Arts and Culture at TSQ: Transgender Studies Quarterly Associate Professor at Grand Valley State University https://caelkeegan.com (at TangleFoot) https://www.instagram.com/p/CXw5DgNrxhr/?utm_medium=tumblr

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In addition to being effortlessly stylish, fashionable and blazingly confident, Cáel is also brilliant and absolutely fantastic to collaborate with! Collaboration is key, and when I told him we’d be shooting in an abandoned factory space, he didn’t even hesitate and the results speak for themselves. I couldn’t be more grateful to have worked with him to produce his images for the story being written on him for the 2021-22 Fulbright Distinguished Research Chair of Arts and Social Sciences at Carleton University! A little more about Cáel: Author, “Lana and Lilly Wachowski: Sensing Transgender” (U. Illinois Press, 2018) Fulbright Canada Distinguished Research Chair, Arts and Social Sciences at Carleton University Special Editor, Arts and Culture at TSQ: Transgender Studies Quarterly Associate Professor at Grand Valley State University https://caelkeegan.com (at TangleFoot) https://www.instagram.com/p/CXw0LObrqhY/?utm_medium=tumblr

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Tintype Weekend: Day 2. The spoils so far include: Some new plates shot, some fantastic new friends, plenty of practical knowledge and a wicked sunburn. Better scans of my plates to come upon arriving home. (at Dundee, New York)

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Shooting today in a stunning gothic cathedral? Why, yes please. Don't mind if I do! (at Dimnent Chapel, Hope College)

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Unbelievably gorgeous gothic cathedral for today's wedding? Why, yes please.

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Had a blast last night at @tiptopdeluxebargrill shooting @discog and @exposuretherapy! (at Tip Top Deluxe Bar & Grill)

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Special thanks to @deltahotelsbymarriott for the vendor appreciation luncheon today! (at Delta Hotels by Marriott Grand Rapids Airport)

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Tasting for our wedding today! #cityflatsballroom knows how to put on a tasting! We're stuffed and the food is AMAZING! . . . #kibbyelasivichwedding #kibby #elasivich #tinyuproar #wedding #food #dapperman #brideandgroom #bride #familytime #family #cityflatshotel #grandrapidsphotographer #grandrapidsmichigan (at CityFlats Hotel)

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When I'm working late, sifting through my merciless archives to assemble some semblance of social-media competence, and I hear my family behind me, breathing slowly, deeply and rhythmically in slumber, I am reminded that I need only faith from my wonderful partner, snuggles from my cat, and a little perseverance. . . . #familytime #furchild #fiancé #sleep #justkeepswimming #edits #grandrapidsphotographer #tinyuproar #mustachewax #dubswashere (at Heritage Hill Historic District)

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That one time I photographed this wonderful, blue haired andro without realizing (or having ever seen) the image of 2-D from the #Gorillaz was nearly a carbon copy. . . . #gorillaz #blue #bluehair #orange #vscocam #vsco #tinyuproar #polaroid #istillshootfilm #filmsnotdead #gels #androgynous #andro #genderneutral #nonbinary #lgbtq #genderfluid #reclaimednegative (at TangleFoot)

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Gift #2 from my wife to be. She searched the whole state to find an outdoor shop that had this fantastic #stormykromer in black. It's been out of stock forever on the website!! My ears have never been warmer. Hipster level: EXPERT. ^_^. . . . #hat #michigan #michiganphotographer #michiganwinter #fur #puremichigan #hipster (at Heritage Hill Historic District)

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Gift #1 from my Lovely fiancé for my big 3-0. Thank you, Sweetheart! #andywarhol #americanicon #americanicons #grandrapidsartmuseum #screenprinting #lithography #campbellssoup (at Grand Rapids Art Museum)

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...a small preview of things to come DOUGIES Bar and Grill. Had a wonderful time shooting their menu so far. Thanks, Jared Polonowski, for bringing me on to make your wonderful menu look just as good as it tastes! . . . #foodporn #mixeddrink #alcohol #red #cherry #foodie #foodphotography #restaurant #dougiesfamilybarandgrill #otsegomichigan #jigger #shaker #mixology #tinyuproar (at DOUGIES Bar and Grill)

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The most fun I've had photographing a senior in years. Collaboration helps! The best images are made together! Thank your for working with me Nadia! Check out TINYuproar on Facebook for more images of Nadia or to book today! . . . #seniorpictures #senior #seniorpics #warehouse #industrial #lit #vscocam #vsco #tinyuproar #bluehair #floral (at TangleFoot)