This is how i've been spending my days lately.






Playlist:
Jatun - Jatun
Russian Circles - Station

Being off work has been refreshing, to say the least. This is the longest break i've had from work since around 2002. It was like i forgot things happen durning the day on weekdays.

Yesterday I watched The Bridge: A documentary about people who killed themselves by jumping off the Golden Gate Bridge in 2004. It was interviews of family members and friends of the people who jumped along with footage of people actually jumping. Despite how tragic these stories were the films was captivating to say the least. and, if you can handle it, I’d highly suggest watching this movie.

Finally, after months of hard work, The Rain City Fix book is complete. We should be getting a proof from the printer within the next few weeks and then we'll have a release date nailed down. I'm so happy with how everything has turned out.

more reflections


So, i had a bike accident and broke my wrist. When i went into work this morning they told me it was against their policy to have someone in a cast working there. So, it looks like i have the next 4 weeks off, paid. It's been a long time since i've had so much free time. I've finished the photo editing for the Rain City Fix book and i'm working on a new project with Colin. I'm really excited to get it started. He is someone who really challenges me as photographer. I'll have more details about the project soon.


recent playlist:
weakerthans - reunion tour
sunno))) - black one
frodus - and we washed our weapons in the sea

reflections.

thats about it

Waiting...

Photos from today:

I was up in Seattle this weekend finishing up shooting for the Rain City Fix book. I'm really excited about the images so far. I should finish editing the images this week and then they'll be off to Aaron Edge, design guru.




I love Seattle. Here are some photos from my this weekend: Bob the vulgar, bike obsessed, tattooed, lawyer. Aaron edge with bike and at band practice with his rad new bands, Hrod (i probably spelled that wrong). And Seattle's best female, Amy and her vegan partner in crime Katlyn who traded some of the most delicious vegan baked goods I’ve ever had for best friend photos.(and I’m not even vegan)








I haven't been to many shows in the last year or so. I've been concentrating much more on photography than I have on music and they have become less integrated. When i think about it, it kind of bums me out because I really feel that, in a way, punk rock has been the main catalyst for my photography. I recently caught a set of Portland punk band The Red Dons. I haven't seen a band this refreshing in a long time. They are a punk rock band with an obvious older British influences but with their own individuality. I can't wait to hear and see more of this band.

jerry and wesley


playlist:
emily haines and the soft skeleton - knives don't have your back
cursed - III
Red Dons - Death to Idealism

I recently bought a used bike, an old Raleigh fixed gear. It needs a little fixing up but it rides like a champ. I'm excited for long rides in warmer weather and daylight that last later in the evening.

watching:
Punch Drunk Love
No Country For Old Men
Fur

Listening to:
Subhumans - Split Vision
Morrissey - Bona Drag & Viva Hate
Windsor For The Derby - Emotional Rescue LP

It's my mom's birthday today.

Edited while full of coffee and listening to mixed tapes.



self portrait:

playlist:
modern life is war - witness
subhumans - split vision
trojan records dub box set

"there is infinite room for rebelion against one's self"

i'm not sure what it is about Michael Clayton, but i'm watching it for the 3rd time this week.

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Originally uploaded by Brenton Salo

Recent Playlist:
Blacklisted - Heavier Than Heaven Lonlier Than God
Blonde Redhead - 23
Film School - Hideout

I've been watching a ton of films lately. Last night i watched Micheal Clayton and though it was great. The title sequence was beautifuly shot but with very cryptic monolog over it. I'm going to watch it again tonight.

i edited these while watching donny darko.

histories


Recent Playlist:
blonde redhead - 24
darker my love - darker my love
stella luna - stargazer