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Marissa the Intern ;)
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Tuesday, November 17, 2009, 08:19 AM
Meet Marissa, she is our fabulous intern-extraordinaire! We took her on back in late August/early September when we were in peak season and were needing some help. We had heard from a lot of our industry friends that an intern had been a real asset to their team and workflow, but we really had no idea just how amazing Marissa would be! She is truly a HUGE blessing. 

Our intern commitment is 10 hours per week for a year. Marissa is currently a student at Seattle Pacific University and has a passion for photography.  During the course of her time with us she gets to learn the in's and out's of how we run our business/process images/work with clients/manage our books etc. and she is at liberty to ask us any and all questions whenever she wants in exchange for helping us run our studio better.  Having her on board has made us more efficient and helps our clients have the best experience possible. It is like a year long mentorship for her, and we have the honor of benefiting from Marissa's amazing talents and skills over the next year. We are already dependent on this girl! I am dreading the day we have to replace her next fall! 

Marissa is an extremely gifted, talented and funny woman. She constantly makes Chris and I laugh. She is one of the funniest girls I know. I love that about her. She is a very hard worker, asks good questions, and is a lover of life. She is also an ESFJ, according to my favorite temperament test, Myers Briggs. Apparently I like ESFJ's because I just adore Marissa. She is a PERFECT fit for the Sarah Rhoads Family and we feel so thankful to have her on board with us! 

These first two frames are Polaroids and the coloring in the first frame just makes me melt... lurve it. Oh, and isn't Marissa just drop dead gorgeous?



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Joshua Mahar says: Saturday, October 2, 2010, 08:33 AM

Hey Sarah -
these are really great. I have been looking at your Polaroid work, and coincidentally just got a 600se. Which film is the first shot?

Thanks a ton, and thank you for being a constant inspiration!
Cheers
shawnreeder says: Monday, November 23, 2009, 05:27 PM

Well first, Marissa is drop dead gorgeous. Wow. What an incredible smile and laugh, and those eyes. Wow.

Sarah, how stoked are you to have a great intern, and an ESFJ at that!! I've been a lover of Myers Briggs since my dad first turned me on to it in 7th grade, and ESFJ is one of my favorite types!!
Olivia Leigh says: Saturday, November 21, 2009, 11:19 AM

She is just lovely!
Luisa Brimble says: Thursday, November 19, 2009, 11:47 PM

so lucky to be mentored by you guys! i would travel from Australia if can!
Luisa Brimble says: Thursday, November 19, 2009, 11:46 PM

so lucky to be mentored by you guys! i would travel from Australia if can!
evelyn says: Wednesday, November 18, 2009, 03:58 PM

lucky girl! lovely work.

evelyn says: Wednesday, November 18, 2009, 03:58 PM

lucky girl! lovely work.

evelyn says: Wednesday, November 18, 2009, 03:56 PM

lucky girl! lovely work.

Becca says: Tuesday, November 17, 2009, 05:45 PM

Sigh. These shots at Fisherman's Terminal make me think of Cam and my engagement session, Sarah. I can't believe that was over one and a half years ago! How time flies! And how my little Sarah has grown :)
Alyssa says: Tuesday, November 17, 2009, 05:05 PM

She's stunning - what a fun set of photos. Not that I anticipate anything less than fabulous from you!
Christine says: Tuesday, November 17, 2009, 03:38 PM

SO PRETTY!!! :) wish i could be your intern, you guys are fabulous!!! :) Amazing shots. :)
susan says: Tuesday, November 17, 2009, 03:09 PM

wow...what gorgeous LIPS this girl has!
Amanda says: Tuesday, November 17, 2009, 02:58 PM

i'm so jealous! she has my dream job/internship!! i would move to where you are to work for you haha. but she is gorgeous! really, you guys are lucky!
Amanda says: Tuesday, November 17, 2009, 02:55 PM

i'm so jealous! she has my dream job/internship!! i would move to where you are to work for you haha. but she is gorgeous! really, you guys are lucky!
Alexandra says: Tuesday, November 17, 2009, 01:48 PM

This girl is so stunning, and she's so lucky! I'd love to work for the two of you - unfortunately I'm a bit far, but if you ever decide to move to England let me know!!! ;) Awesome photos as usual!

gabe says: Tuesday, November 17, 2009, 10:10 AM

right on! sweet images. Go Falcons!
Marissa Rodriguez says: Tuesday, November 17, 2009, 10:07 AM

She is stunning! I love her outfit and red lipstick...and of course her name! :) She is so fortunate to be able to work with you and I'm sure she's learning a ton!

Allison says: Tuesday, November 17, 2009, 09:56 AM

Love the bright and bold red lipstick! Such a cute and stylish intern! And the setting at the Marina, nothing says Seattle more to me than a tug boat and a dock!

Emilie says: Tuesday, November 17, 2009, 09:53 AM

She is gorgeous and very stylish! I love the red lipstick and the green scarf. Very classy! Love the pics of course!
Emma says: Tuesday, November 17, 2009, 09:20 AM

BTW - if bubba goes to Grad school in Seattle, im totally gunna propose being your intern:) wink**
Emma says: Tuesday, November 17, 2009, 09:16 AM

The colors are perfection.

Becka @Studio222 Photography says: Tuesday, November 17, 2009, 09:15 AM

She's lovely! I love her bold red lips. :) That lost one is so peaceful and alluring.

mary says: Tuesday, November 17, 2009, 08:49 AM

gorgeous!!! in love with color in these! makes me want to rock the red lip!
benj haisch says: Tuesday, November 17, 2009, 08:29 AM

yeah. that first frame is LEGIT.
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Holiday Deadlines
Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 10:09 AM
As I was perusing the isles of Target the other day, I noticed that there was red and green all around me, stalkings, elves, Santa's, holiday "scents," ivy, and the whole nine. I love the holiday's and it dawned on me that they are just around the corner! It's pretty hard to believe that soon it will be getting dark at 4pm in Seattle, our old house will be getting so cold we can hardly stand it and we'll be making holiday cookies before you know it. That being said, this is just a friendly reminder to each of our clients that if you would like to purchase any prints, canvas's, high res images on disc, etc.. You will want to have those orders placed with us no later than NOVEMBER 15th at midnight. All orders placed after that date cannot be guaranteed to arrive in time for the Christmas holiday. Thanks you so much for your attention to this matter and if you have any questions, as always, please feel free to e mail us! 


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Life As An Artform SEATTLE
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Friday, November 6, 2009, 09:16 AM
Almost two years ago my world was rocked. I attended Life {as an artform} in Vancouver, B.C. with Jesh de Rox and I truly came back from the workshop with a new set of eyes and a new heart for the way I see my work and the world around me. It is a workshop that is less about "aperture and shutter speed" and more about "finding what it is you want to say to the world", "connection," "planting the seed." I found it incredibly re-freshing and exactly what I needed.  It is unlike any other workshop out there right now. Jesh truly has something unique to share with the world. From my time in Vancouver two years ago, I walked away with 11 new totally amazing photographer friends that I still keep in close contact with :) And I am sooo excited to attend all over again in Seattle this April!!

I am writing all this today because Jesh is bringing Life as an Artform to SEATTLE in April 13-15th and I couldn't be more stoked to share this experience with you. My good friend, Jesse, from Our Labor of Love and I will be helping host the experience here in Seattle. Registration opened this morning at 8AM. Spots are limited in order to keep the experience intimate so run on over and sign up here: http://enlighten.jeshderox.com/#workshops Excited to see you there! 

For any more information: http://jeshderoxweddings.blogspot.com/


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sarahrhoads says: Monday, November 16, 2009, 08:05 PM

I am soooo excited to meet everyone who will be coming!! It's going to be an amazing time!
Jenny GG says: Sunday, November 8, 2009, 12:38 PM

bought my ticket - can't wait.
Alexandra says: Sunday, November 8, 2009, 03:54 AM

I wish I could go :(

Brittany says: Saturday, November 7, 2009, 11:03 PM

Wow, that would be really neat!
Jane Hasty says: Friday, November 6, 2009, 03:10 PM

Wow!
jesse and whit says: Friday, November 6, 2009, 12:12 PM

YAY! i can't wait..
tonhya kae says: Friday, November 6, 2009, 11:19 AM

Wow, this sounds like an amazing event! Wish I could afford it! Have fun :)
sarahrhoads says: Friday, November 6, 2009, 11:06 AM

@abigailreese YAY!! I'm sooo excited you'll be coming! This is going to be a killer group.
Adele Cabanillas says: Friday, November 6, 2009, 11:03 AM

ok that wasn't suppose to happen :( -

Adele Cabanillas says: Friday, November 6, 2009, 10:58 AM

Yup yup me too! Can NOT wait. Signed up a minute ago.
Adele Cabanillas says: Friday, November 6, 2009, 10:58 AM

Yup yup me too! Can NOT wait. Signed up a minute ago.
Adele Cabanillas says: Friday, November 6, 2009, 10:57 AM

Yup yup me too! Can NOT wait. Signed up a minute ago.
sarahrhoads says: Friday, November 6, 2009, 10:07 AM

@jamiedelanie I am sooo excited to hang out with you at the workshop! prepare to have your mind blown :)
Jenny J says: Friday, November 6, 2009, 10:02 AM

An experience not to be missed! I went to the Portland workshop back in May based on your recommendation way back when (thank you for that, lady!). If there are any alumni friendly gatherings happening during the week, please let me know.

jamie delaine says: Friday, November 6, 2009, 09:36 AM

officially signed up.
i was so stoked when i saw he was coming a few days ago! :)
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Nomination for Photographer of the Year!
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Wednesday, September 16, 2009, 09:18 AM
Chris and I feel so honored and stoked to be nominated for Blu Domain's Photographer of the Year for 2009-2010! Especially to stand up there with a handful of other very talented friends and colleagues that I respect so much. 

We were interviewed yesterday for the nomination; and for those who care to read a little more about the things we  splurge on, what Chris is addicted to and what makes us tick you can check out the interview here: http://bludomain.com/blog.cfm. Voting opens today at some point (I'm sure they will post it on their blog) and we would love your support. 

The Rhoads have come a long way but we still have a very long way to go. We were having dinner the other night with our friends Brian Wurzell and Promise Tangeman Wurzell. We got into a discussion about common traits among very successful people in their respective fields. People who have achieved great success over long or short periods of time. Brian pointed out that the one thing he noticed about all of the people who have achieved great success over long or short periods of time went through a "season" of life where they were totally focused on what was in front of them. An interesting and insightful thought that I think has a lot of truth to it. I recently read Outliers by Malcom Gladwell. In his book Gladwell stresses three main points; hard work is critical to success, BUT successful people were often in the right place at the right time AND (and most importantly IMO) 10,0000 hours of working on skill is the magic number. The first people to get there have a distinct advantage.
I feel like I have spent A LOT of time behind the camera recently. My life right now consists of shoot/edit/shoot/edit repeat process. However, I still have a lot of hours to put under my belt before I get to 10K hours behind the camera. Every time I shoot I get pumped! I learn something new. I get more confident behind the camera with every click of the shutter. We get quite a few e mails asking about how to become a better photographer, how to achieve success in this industry.... The truth is, I'm not really sure... but a few things I do know; We try to do everything we do with Excellence, work hard and log TONS of hours behind the camera, making 10,000 hours our goal. I'm working on those things everyday. 
What do you think the keys to success or achievement are? 
Anyway... just some thoughts I have been pondering lately. Happy Hump Day!

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matt sloan says: Friday, September 25, 2009, 01:32 AM

congrats guys! we are proud to be included in such an awesome group of nominations! :)
Sean McLellan says: Thursday, September 24, 2009, 05:48 PM

AWESOME! Congrats on the nomination--best of luck!!
Christian says: Saturday, September 19, 2009, 11:00 AM

You guys have my vote! You are both amazing photographers! I check your blog everyday for new pix. You have such a refreshing style. I LOVE it!

-Christian

Christian says: Saturday, September 19, 2009, 11:00 AM

You guys have my vote! You are both amazing photographers! I check your blog everyday for new pix. You have such a refreshing style. I LOVE it!

-Christian

URSULA says: Thursday, September 17, 2009, 11:18 PM

CONGRATULATIONS! IT MUST HAVE HAPPEN - YOU ARE THE BEST. I SUFFER FOR YOUR BLOG - I LIKE YOUR BLOG CAUSE YOU ARE SO BUSY AND EVERYTIME I WATCH THERE IS SOMETHING NEW. I LIKE YOUR STYLE SO MUCH! ... BEST WISHES!!
geri e. says: Thursday, September 17, 2009, 07:16 PM

how fun! so happy for you.
totally deserved.
Tressa says: Thursday, September 17, 2009, 12:59 PM

BIG huge CONGRATS!

Jonda Spurbeck says: Thursday, September 17, 2009, 10:16 AM

wishing you the best. i think you guys are incredible, and really hope you win! hugs
Angie says: Thursday, September 17, 2009, 10:02 AM

Congrats! You guys deserve it. Your work is incredible!

Kim Dewey says: Wednesday, September 16, 2009, 11:32 PM

You deserve it!

Kim Kalyn says: Wednesday, September 16, 2009, 05:28 PM

I am going to go vote for you guys right now! You are just amazing and a true inspiration :) GOOD LUCK !!!
LisaK says: Wednesday, September 16, 2009, 03:34 PM

Thats so fantastic!! You guys are totally amazing so I'm not the least bit surprised at your nomination. Good luck ; )
Candice {The Beautiful Mess} says: Wednesday, September 16, 2009, 12:28 PM

Congrats you two!!!
Sarah Anna Hansen says: Wednesday, September 16, 2009, 11:39 AM

Congrats!!!
Becka @Studio222 Photography says: Wednesday, September 16, 2009, 10:43 AM

Congrats! You guys most definitely deserve it! I love your work.

Alexandra says: Wednesday, September 16, 2009, 09:55 AM

Congratulations!!!
Johan Rubens says: Wednesday, September 16, 2009, 09:53 AM

Voting for you guys is a no-brainer.
Good luck! You very much deserve the recognition!
Joop
matthew lyons says: Wednesday, September 16, 2009, 09:51 AM

Congratulations on being nominated.
Ellie says: Wednesday, September 16, 2009, 09:33 AM

I truly, truly find think you speak from experience and love for what you do. It shows. I am stoked to hear more in the future.