Tony Kassebaum Jewelry | Commercial Photography

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Holly, MI Renaissance Festival + In home studio

I almost left the Holly, MI Renaissance Festival empty handed after visiting on Sunday, September 18th after a hiatus of over 10 years. I spent the whole day so wrapped up in music, costumes, sparkles, and over-sized turkey legs,  that I'd forgotten to take a moment to purchase one of the many wonderful items I had checked out that day. So many things twinkled and glistened but nothing quite caught my eye as much as one iridescent pearl wrapped in sterling silver had.

I was on my way out, the event was set to close in about half an hour and I was passing the last string of vendors before hitting the exit. I ended up meeting one delightful man who had an impressive handmade jewelry collection in his booth. We chatted back and forth, exchanged business cards and I started on my way out again. Not more than 20 muddy steps away, I pulled a swift 180° turn back to the man's booth.

Tony Kassebaum made such an kind first impression personality and business wise; we agreed to work together in the future. But first, I had to have that beautiful pearl ring.

As a thank you for him allowing my bartering, here are some product photo samples featuring the very ring.  I look forward to shooting more of his jewelry collection and other handmade pieces.

Feeling the 50s | Rian Nieme

Mega Diner Flint, Mi

Rian and I had been conspiring to create some images heavily influenced by the classic 50s look ,and more specifically by James Dean, for some time now. We finally got together, and if I may say so myself, the mission was successful!