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Texas Rollergirls April Bout

Roy — Thu, 26 Apr 2012 23:47:38 +0000

April was the first time I got to shoot as an official photographer for the Texas Rollergirls. It was certainly interesting to see the bout from zebra land. I never felt like I got into a groove the whole night, not sure if it was nerves, or just trying different camera settings.

The first bout was the Honky Tonk Heartbreakers and the Hotrod Honeys. The Heartbreakers took an early lead, and held it till the second period, when the Honeys pulled a great comeback. The match ended in a nail biter of a final jam. I have also never seen the penalty box have such a revolving door.

Final score: Honky Tonk Heartbreakers 136 – Hotrod Honeys 134

Next up was Hell Marys and the Hustlers. The Hell Marys took an early lead, and held it for the whole bout. The Hell Marys are now up 2-0 on the season, and have looked impressive.

Final score: Hell Marys 165 – Hustlers 69

The Derby Brats scrimmaged during both Halftimes, and they were just great.

This month I decided to do something different, and just use some of the B/W shots I ended up with.

My complete set is here, and the official gallery is here.

Hope to see you there next month, it should be a great matchup: The Texecutioners vs the Portland Wheels of Justice. Both all star teams, it should make for some great flat track action.

Maya

Roy — Thu, 05 Apr 2012 00:43:05 +0000

Maya was my loyal friend, companion of 15+ years, sweet dog, and most of all my lovely little girl. Hard decisions sometimes must be made, and even though they are the right decision, it never makes them any easier. I will miss her immensely. I know in time, that the painful memories fade, and the happier memory intensify. This is a good thing, since I really do want to remember her in the special way that made my life better. I hope you, and the others that have gone before are all in a much better place, but never doubt I remember you all, and on some days miss you horribly, but I still relish the times we shared. A few photos of her, not necessarily good, but good to me, and in the end that is what really counts, just capturing moments, and memories. My little girl, may your runs be long, the scents fresh, and I know you will catch the deer in the end. Thank you for sharing so much with me, I love you so much, and I will miss you terribly.

HonkTX 2012 begins.

Roy — Fri, 23 Mar 2012 15:47:11 +0000

The 2012 edition of HonkTX is this weekend. If you get a chance you should really go check out the fantastic gathering of street band events happening over Austin this weekend. Family friendly, fun, and definitely something you will not see everyday! A complete set of my photos from last year is available here.

HonkTX runs March 23rd-25th, complete event details and schedules are available at the HonkTX site.

The Professor Season 2 starts at SVT.

Roy — Mon, 19 Mar 2012 14:20:41 +0000

Another show that I had the pleasure of shooting the promo photos, starts its run at Salvage Vanguard Theater, Fridays / Saturdays through April 21st. If you are a fan of Doctor Who, then you should definitely check out a show or two. Tickets are available here. Tip of the hat to Michael Ferstenfeld for the spif poster design!

Jerry Bergonzi Quartet @ The Acton Jazz Cafe (02/25/2012)

Roy — Sun, 18 Mar 2012 23:30:32 +0000

Last month while traveling for work, I was lucky enough to be able to see The Jerry Bergonzi Quartet. A good night of great music. Thank you LisaN for suggesting the outing. A few photos from the night, and the complete set.

After School Improv

Roy — Sat, 10 Mar 2012 04:08:20 +0000

A show that I had the pleasure of shooting the promo photography opens tomorrow. After School Improv, improvised after school specials at the Hideout Theatre March 10th – April 7th at 6PM. It looks to be a fun blast from the past on how we all should have lived our lives, if we had just believed those after school specials. Check it out, should be fun!

Texas Roller Girls 2012 Season Opener

Roy — Tue, 06 Mar 2012 20:58:45 +0000

I was lucky enough to shoot the TX Roller Girls season opener last weekend (Photogs take note, they are changing their camera policy “pro” gear may require media credentials, please check the website before the bout). It was fun to be able to see Derby again, and I ended up with a nice vantage point om the rail at Turn 1. These bouts were the rematches of last season’s matches to determine 3rd Place and 1st Place. It was a slower paced night than I expected with lots of chanting of “occupy the jammer line”, but there was still plenty of action. In the end Hell Mary’s defeated the Heartbreakers 144 – 87, and the Hotrod Honeys upset last years champions the Hustlers 141 – 59. A very pleasant surprise was the Minor Mishap Marching Band as the fearured band.

If you enjoy the slideshow, here is the complete set.

See you April 21st for the next bout!

Everyone needs a hug.

Roy — Wed, 15 Feb 2012 16:04:20 +0000

Recently, I have had the pleasure of doing set / promo photography for the wonderful folks over at Blue Goggles Films. They are currently doing a video game themed short film every month. I am especially fond of the Valentine’s special – Twisted Metal: Be Mine. Great people, great movies, be sure to check them out. Here are a few behind the scenes shots, from Be Mine filming which was a 12+ hour day in a 30 degree Groovy Lube.

Extreme Exposure

Roy — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 16:07:38 +0000

I am pleased to have two photographs in the upcoming exhibition “Extreme Exposure” at the Dragonfly Gallery. Looking forward to seeing the rest of the photographer’s work. Drop by the opening reception and say hello!

Spirited 10.08.11

Roy — Wed, 12 Oct 2011 02:55:25 +0000

Last weekend I got to see and shoot two Spirited shows. Spirited is a wondrous trip through the dreamlands inspired by the works of Lewis Carroll, Hayao Miyazaki and Maurice Sendak. The show is filled with moments of joy, love, amusement, and terror (Calculus!). It really is a quite unique improv theater experience. It plays for 3 more Saturdays (and 2 more early family friendly Saturday shows) at the Hideout Theatre. Asaf should be proud, this is a beautiful and wondrous baby.

Complete set available here.
A few of my favorite photos from the night: