Last week The Narrative Loft transformed into an organic space for a styled wedding shoot that captured the unique beauty of Jane Alexandra Events.
Capturing Perfection - Behind the Scenes of a Styled Wedding Shoot
Own Your Power with 3rdNut
Within each of us is a warrior waiting to be discovered. Power and strength are all in the eye of the beholder; whether it is expressed through yoga, backpacking, marathoning, or music, it is all up to you. 3rdNut helps you honor that power.
Purpose Through Empowerment - Visionary Photoshoot
A group of truly inspirational ladies joined us in our Santa Barbara loft for a photoshoot last week. Zhena Muzyka is the author of "Life By the Cup", and a publisher at Enliven Books, an imprint of Simon and Schuster.
A Sunday Kind of Love with Local Bedding Startup, Suissly
Ahhh, that Sunday kind of love. Who doesn't love curling up in the sheets, sleeping in and lounging until lunchtime. But even when you don't have time to spend hours hitting the snooze button, Suissly's designs are sure to leave you feeling well rested on those early mornings. Suissly is brand new startup located in Santa Barbara that designs, manufactures and sells bedding products online right to consumers.
Catherine Gee Design - Loft Takeover!
Few have the courage to step outside their comforts and explore the world beyond a nine to five. Or the passion to cultivate the lifestyle they yearn for. The fearlessness to pursue their creativity unreservably and create without worry of the outcome. The grit to turn their dreams into plans. What if we all could live without fear? Not our irrational fear of sharks or spiders but our true fears. The vast. The unknown. The unfamiliar. And lastly without fear of our own potential. When we open our hearts and minds to our limitlessness rather than our limitations, the world opens with opportunity. Moral of the rant. Be bold. Take risks. Shine bright. Like miss Catherine Gee!
Tomiko Taft - Makeup Artist Extraordinaire
As Toad & Co. joins us once again for their regular photoshoot, we wanted to switch it up and highlight a crucial part of their production team. Their make-up artistry master and beauty doctor, Tomiko Taft. She has worked for Toad & Co. on all their studio photography projects, but her skill and expertise expands far beyond catalog shoots. Fashion editorials, the silver screen or the music industry to weddings and personal celebrity clients.
The Jeremiah Show
Get a glimpse behind the hospitality industry's curtain every week with The Jeremiah Show, a new radio show/podcast based out of Los Angeles. The show takes listeners through the in's and out's of the restaurant biz. The show's host Jeremiah Higgins of HJL Group Restaurant Advisors is a vet in the hospitality industry with over twenty years of experience and has been involved in opening over a dozen restaurants. Whether you're a foodie, an restaurateur, or just in need a good time, you'll want to tune in to the fun with this group.
Designer Catherine Gee struts her stuff
Catherine Gee is a Chinese American artist and designer from two generations of career artists. She was back at The Narrative for a photoshoot with pieces from her new collection. Her work embodies a timeless yet contemporary collection of strong pieces with elegant, modern lines. The brand seeks to provide an edit of refined yet functional wares.
Toad & Co. in the house
Granting Wishes!
We all have memories as a child, picking those delicate little dandelion flowers. Taking a deep breath, giving it one mighty blow and hoping all of our wishes would come true. Make-A-Wish® is joining forces with people like you across the country, to make sure the wishes of children with life-threatening medical conditions really do come true.
Horny Toad photoshoot!
Local activewear company Horny Toad stopped by the loft to shoot their Fall 2015 catalog. These guys love to use sustainable fabrics like organic cotton, Merino wool, recycled polyester and Tencel in all of their clothing. Whether you're a rugged outdoorsman, a traveler, a yogi or just looking for everyday functionality, Horny Toad is got you covered.
Designer Catherine Gee photoshoot!
Dresses are a girls best friend, that, up and coming designer Catherine Gee surely knows. She stopped by the Narrative for a photoshoot featuring a beautiful line of dresses she has in the works. You'll definitely want to stay tuned for her website launch! It's coming soon!
Asher Market keeps it cozy!
Scarves, shawls and throws oh my! Local clothing company Asher Market stopped by for a colorful and cozy photo shoot showcasing their gorgeous fall collection of genuine Alpaca products. You'll definitely want to check out their goods!
Pictures, Puppies and the Pit Boss!
240 STUDIO welcomes the Music Academy of the West!
We recently had the pleasure of photographing two insanely talented musicians. Our new friends, John Brancy (Baritone) and Mario Antonio Marra (pianist), were the winners of the MAW’s Marilyn Horne annual song competition 2013 and came to 240 STUDIO to document their amazing accomplishment.
If you caught the The Magic Flute at the Granada Theater in August, then you saw Brancy in all his glory. He was the fantastic Papageno in the Music Academy’s performance of The Magic Flute!
The Santa Barbara Independent raved about the production. “As performed by the fellows of the Music Academy of the West last Friday at the Granada Theatre, the Flute cast its spell and demonstrated that for sheer musical invention, Mozart has never been surpassed.”
We had a great time in the Studio with John and Mario! Both guys were fantastic and fun to work with. We congratulate them on all of their hard work and hope they come back and visit us at 240 STUDIO soon!
www.musicacademy.org
Want to win a FREE photo shoot for YOUR Furry Friend?
Want to win a FREE photo shoot for YOUR Furry Friend?
240 STUDIO will be hosting a complimentary Pet photo session with Pets In Focus for one lucky contest winner! The contest is running until the end of September and requires a picture submission and accumulating votes on the Pets In Focus Facebook page. There is still time to submit your pet’s pictures here:
The submissions so far have been fantastic! If you haven’t seen them yet, you MUST check ‘em out. Who can resist a sleeping Pug?? Definitely not us!
Submissions and votes will be accepted through the end of September, so get out some delicious treats, kindly ask your furkid to show those pearly whites and snap away!
Toadally fun shoot
After a week of waking up at the crack of dawn to coffee and bagels, beeping cameras, and half naked male models (NOT complaining) it is time for 240 STUDIO to part ways with Horny Toad and look forward to another shoot in the future!
Horny Toad makes a majority of their clothing with sustainable fibers and recycled poly, so their clothes have a very comfortable and simple feel. I know what you're thinking- Fashion AND comfort? No way. Too good to be true. I have been long searching for a clothing company that could look and feel good wearing.. Us true fashionistas understand the importance of both. And now I've finally found my source! Seems that hosting Horny Toads' shoot at 240 STUDIO may just end up draining my wallet...
It was great to have such talented photographers capturing the essence of the clothing line, Lee Webb and Nick Savoy. Taking a great shot is one thing, but keeping models chipper through about 4000 frames in five days is a lot of work. Both Lee and Nick did a great job throughout the week and we loved having their good vibes in the studio!
While the models were getting primped and pampered, Lee the photographer made sure to keep himself looking toned as well. As the studio intern, it was a bit intimidating at times to be surrounded by such stunning people, (especially the shirtless studs..) but their warm and engaging personalities made them very comfortable to talk to.
The crew we got to work with from Horny Toad are as unpretentious and fun as their clothing line! They're great people and their passion shines through their personalities and business practices. To find out more, check out their website: www.hornytoad.com
Until next week~
Your intern extraordinaire, Jess.
Martha Stewart's Whole Living Shoots in SB
Acclaimed photographer Robert Maxwell shot at 240 Studio for Martha Stewart's WholeLiving Magazine.
Combining video and photography Robert captured portraits of Jeff Bridges & Billy Shore, Nell Newman and Abeni Ramsey.
Local Clothing Designer Shoots Catalog
240STUDIO + Mentor Worldwide = BFF
We are at that stage in the production process where pre-production is coming to a close and the first call time is just around the corner. It's exciting! So we thought we'd share this little composite of our crew from the last Mentor shoot. We are thrilled to be working on another lifestyle shoot with Mentor Worldwide. By the end of the last one we were all feeling a little giddy and decided to gather the crew on the beach for a group shot. I think we successfully captured the essence of our three days together. Stay tuned for another fun end-of-shoot crew shot after this one!