Castle-stone@thecrossville....

Well, you know, those that live in Indy, I think, will get the title of this blog. But for those that don't live here and those that do live here, but get how I play with words and/or don't shop much, here's the scoop.

KeyBank's opening up a new branch in the near future and for all their new and de-novo,(latin for redo/remodel), which I like the word and thought it was pretty original, but I'm sure it's very common in the real estate industry. Anyway, that's one of 2 side notes about where I'm going, for those want the other side note ask me sometime about Denozo....

Alas, Key always gives me a list of locales that are prominent in the proximity of their new branch and so I go and photograph them and try to find something interesting and peculiar, but still pretty obvious where they or what they are. It's been pretty cold/wet lately, fortunately they asked me to shoot castleton at night. Malls are generally not all that visually stimulating and thank God for rain to give the pavement a little glisten and glow. Otherwise, I'd be left with a plain night shot and with Key, they do all their pics in B&W which would have made it all the more disappointing to look at. (my personal opinion). Anyway, I've put up a few of the B&W's and their color versions as well as a few horizontals that I played a bit with in Lightroom and some different presets I've developed and tweaked.

Anything you want to look at closer just double click and if you want to see the whole list visit, http://www.pictage.com/812092

OH, and in a few days, you'll have to check out my new FACEBOOK page just for DPA... it'll be Diehlicious!!!!!!!!!!

B

I am a winner!!!!!!!!!!

Ladies and Gentlemen!

Yes I know, I know it's no surprise to you that I have been declared a winner, but alas, just one more reason to like me and follow me on twitter whensoever I tweet. But I'm not there yet so don't hash me yet. But yes, winner I am, tweeter I am not, but my tweeter and my woofer are better than my twitter and my whiffer, so I've got that going for me in addition to me winning this really cool prize in my parents town, the land from whence I graduated high school.

So those in Elko, celebrate with me, those in Indy, likewise be jubilant because Indy's getting some props in Elko NEVADA and I'm once again being way too self-important. But wait, isn't that what a blog is for anyways???? Twitter that why don'tcha!

B

541 Salon, my choice to turn Shaggy back into Chandler and bride's Up-Do's too!

I know I know, you all are probably wondering, "wow, how does Brian keep looking so good!?" And granted, my parents will secretly take all the credit but I'll let you in on this ancient Chinese secret, Kirsten Federau..... 541 Salon in Carmel on Rangeline.
Yeah, this blog post is really really grasping at lots of humor, wit and really generally poor self-deprecating humor, but alas, sometimes it's all one has.

Fortunately, I've also got luck, talent, blessings, a plethora of gifts and without going on and on and making myself seem way to narcissistic which in reality, this whole post is going to appear, I think I'll stop and brag on my friend and amazing stylist/colorist/ & UP-Doist (for those that are getting married, hire her...) Kirsten.

We had a great time catching up today, coining her new last name, which her husband Drew (aka Jake from the Bachelor) according to Kirsten he's his twin, but I won't either confirm or deny if he favors this Jake guy as I don't watch the Bachelor. Carrying on, the new last name for Kirsten, (the Up-Do specialist) is Federgard.

I won't elaborate, for those that know her, you'll laugh, for those that don't, ask when you get your hair appointment. You can book your appointment by calling 317.580.0541. Tell her you're a friend of mine and, well, you don't even have to, Just look what she can do with this almost old guy that could have played Shaggy on Scooby Doo. Ahhhh, back to Chandler Bing... so much better. (the first photo is before, the last ones... well you get it. If you want to see any of my photos, just click on em......)

Thanks Kirsten! you made me "diehlicious!"

KeyBank Meridian Midtown Ribbon Cutting

I had the pleasure of serving KeyBank in celebrating their latest branch opening on Tuesday the 2nd at 9th and Meridian.
The branch is a vibrant colorful fresh location with staff that's very fun and it's manager TC is every bit a reflection of the building and this particular branch. At the very end of the evening, most everyone had left including the majority of the key KeyBank personnel and TC was prodded to sing a little number. Rick from 'Round Midnite' served up "you are so beautiful" and it was on. What a great show! Thanks TC! I wish you well in your branch's success.

NotreDame's Golden Dome

I saw an inquiry looking for a great pic of the Golden Dome at Notre Dame. I love going through my pics and looking for what may become a useful and lucrative image. Gratefully, whether I hear from the party interested, I was so glad to A. see photos where the sun is shining and it's hot outside and B. it forced me to work on some pics I shot in RAW format inside the Basillica. My My My, what a beautiful sanctuary! I loved photographing the campus. Hope you like these and if you want to place an order, let me know!

B!
"makin' it Diehlicious!"

Getting Married once in a Blue Moon!

I had the joy of working and celebrating the marriage AND New Year with Laura Gillis and Steve Sheridan's family and friends at the Omni Severin last night.

It's always fun doing weddings, but doing a wedding on New Years Eve is really cool and to top it off, it was a true, Blue Moon, so, "once in a blue moon" just had to be said.

Leave it to me to dial up a cliche', but a blue moon, for those that don't know is a term when 2 full moons occur within one month and, well, yesterday was the 2nd in December, so way to go Laura and Steve! You really have the wedding planning down to make a special day even more rare.

The collage can be clicked to be seen larger. I'll have more very very soon!

Enjoy and Happy New Years to everyone. God bless America and Peace on Earth!

B