Junk to Funk.  Recycled Fashion.  Portland, OR. Laura and I (through Domestic Bliss Photography) donated a studio photo session as a prize for this excellent event and we are really looking forward to getting the winning designer into our studio.  ”Junk to Funk is a collective of art, education, environment, business and policy innovators who inspire individual towards responsible consumerism, creative re-use and conscientious disposal by providing unique fashion based entertainment and educational opportunities.”  The event was hosted by Mayor Sam Adams and The Mercury’s Marjorie Skinner.  We obtained media passes through our good friend Mel and showed up to take a few shots on the runway and check out some local fashion innovators.  The event was a huge success from my view.  The fashion was pretty mind blowing and the house band (Junquestra) rocked.  Both of these items overshadowed the scripted messaging and MC’ing which only made me want to drink Whiskey.  The all ages audience section as well as separate bar section were both packed and there were ample opportunities to educate yourself or purchase some cool recycled products and art.

JUNK to FUNK FULL IMAGE GALLERY (136 Images)

Technically, I chose to shoot without flash, using a high ISO (4000) on my Canon 5D Mark II to see how it would perform.  I also pulled out my 70-200mm f2.8 L IS lens to play with.  Post production was necessary using Adobe Lightroom 2.0 to correct white balance, crop and reduce the little bit of noise I did get.  Overall, I am really happy with my gear.  It rocks actually.

Here are a few of my favorite shots:

What do you think?

JUNK to FUNK FULL IMAGE GALLERY (136 Images)