Wednesday was the 21st Annual New Castle County Chamber of Commerce 2011 Women's Business Expo. It was held at the University of Delaware, Clayton Hall, Newark, DE. This was the 3rd time I had the pleasure of filming the event. Over 700 women attended the event. Clinics were given by Carla Bobka, Dr. Arianne Missimer, and Dr. Robin Horn with Kay Francis as the keynote speaker.
On Saturday, October 29, 2011, I had the real pleasure of videotaping Sergio Grasso of Rome, Italy at the NIAF, The National Italian American Foundation. "The NIAF is a nonprofit, nonpartisan, educational foundation that promotes Italian American culture and heritage. It serves as a resource on the Italian American community and has educational and youth programs including scholarships, grants, heritage travel and mentoring." (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/National_Italian_American_Foundation). President Obama addressed the organization later that evening.
What a great time I had at Amanda Hurd's Quinceanera on Sunday, July 3, 2011. It was held at the Waterfall Banquet Center in Wilmington, DE. The place was jumping with about 170 family and friends.
Last evening I filmed the New Castle County Community Band Concert at Calvary Presbyterian Church in Wilmington, DE. Concert selections included "Men Of Ohio", "God Of Our Fathers", "Sinatra In Concert", and "Gershwin!".
I taped a gospel choir on Friday, April 22, 2011 at the Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church in Twin Oaks, PA. A group of about 50 singers, 4 instrumentalists and about 200 guests attended. Concert selections included "He Carried The Cross", "He Can Fix What Is Broken", and "Rejoice". It was a most impressive concert. Here's a short clip from "He Carried The Cross".
On Saturday, March 26, 2011, I videotaped the premiere performance of "Name It and Claim It" at Dickinson HS in Wilmington DE. An original play written, produced, and co-directed by Mary Washington of Middletown, DE., "Name It and Claim It" is a play about relationships, internal conflict, and "a realistic...life changing event...". A cast of about 13 people put on an amazing and fabulous show. The play was directed by Donchel Powell and music by John Washington. To view a short clip, click "Name It and Claim It". 
I just got finished editing a short clip from the jazz recording session I videotaped Monday. My client, Northeastern Music Publications, Inc., Glenmoore, PA is adding 10 professional jazz pieces to their catalog. The recording session was produced by Dr. Randy Navarre and many of the tunes were written by Denis DiBlasio featuring solos by Larry McKenna, Bob Howell, Denis DiBlasio, and many others. What a great time I had. The filming was somewhat challenging given the size of the studio, 17 players all with instruments, stands, microphones, and me with 2 cameras and tri/monopods. Here's a edited version of "Got An Issue? Grab A Tissue" by Denis DiBlasio featuring Larry McKenna on Tenor Sax.
I'm filming the 2nd Annual March of Dimes for Babies "Dancing with the Stars" on April 11, 2011 at the Christiana Hilton in Newark, DE. Eleven different dance teams make up of local citizens and community leaders will compete for prizes and glory. All proceeds go to the March of Dimes for Babies. Come on out and support a great organization for a great cause. To view a short promo of our dancers practicing, click "Dancers".
On Sunday I'm filming Ted Hegvik at the Lancaster Mennonite High School, Lancaster PA. It should be a lot of fun and a real experience hearing him play! 
Sharon & Mike Ruggiero were married on Saturday, March 5, 2011 at Trinity Methodist Church in Salem, NJ. The reception was held at the Waterfall Banquet Center in Claymont, DE. About 150 family and friends attended the wedding. Creative Imagery was the photographer while Don Tomliln of D & J DJ Service provided the entertainment. To view a 3 minute clip of the wedding and reception, click "Sharon & Mike".
On Wednesday, Feb 16, 2011, I had the pleasure of filming Bridget's Ballet Troupe (a parody on Swan Lake) and the 1st State Ballet "A Night to Remember". It was a great evening filled with good food, great people, and unbelievable talent. To view a 6 minute clip from Wednesday evening, click "FSBT".
What a trip! It was spectacular! Patagonia & The Wilderness Beyond from Dec 28, 2010 to Jan 14, 2011. We were joined with 18 other travelers from California to New York. Our guide, Pedro Porqueras from Buenos Aires, took us on an unbelievable adventure. His passion for life is certainly contagious.Patagonia & The Wilderness Beyond, Argentina, Chile, Brazil, Wilmington, DE
