Soiree Photoshoot Jan 7, 2009
As usual, we opted for an experience to accompany our photoshoot for the upcoming “Bohemian Blues” album. Rather then posed shots, we felt the vibe would be better portrayed as candids. The challenge would be not forcing the candids, but actually achieving an evening of awesome moments captured by the photographer. To do this, we needed the ideal setting. It wasn’t hard to determine that what we wanted for vibe, was a 60’s warhol factory-esque cocktail soiree. The difficulty would be making it as genuine as possible. If the shots were to not come off forced, the setting had to be just as authentic.
Fortunately Jon’s apartment was minimal enough that it wasn’t difficult to clear out any non period items and scatter about as much vibe setting accoutrement as we could get our hands on. Much of said accessories were obtained from our own collections, friends, distant relations and multiple trips to the local thrift stores.
No good cocktail soiree is complete without crudites, and for the preparation of the eats we were fortunate enough to have the services of the ever fashionable Tish Hargens, who donated her time for the good cause. It goes without saying that we stocked a bar of a variety of options, drinks prepared to perfection by yours truly.
The most nerve racking aspect was by far attendance. We had no idea who for certain would show up and if they would be attired properly for the occasion. Fortunately our policy of sending detailed invite emails, and keeping exceptionally cool friends, paid off. Amongst the many attenders, whom we all appreciate greatly (even the ones I don’t mention here), included none other then the LAB alumni Brian Sadler, drummer for Big Bang Olaf Olsen, renowned singer songwriter Greg Jong and even the well known blogger Kristin Peach.
The photographer herself, was no small part of what ultimately resulted in an outstanding shoot. Within a few weeks we were provided with dozens of shots, each capturing a very special moment taken with the framing and subtlety that could be seen as none other then the work of Kay Gautraud herself. We feel that the photoshoot not only captured the vibe and intention of our new release, but also documented a very special evening that we are glad you all shared with us and made it what it was.
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