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Johnson Street Festival (August 27) 2011 in Victoria, BC (Part 1)

This past Saturday, I went to the Johnson Street Festival in Victoria. The Johnson Street Festival is a great event because it brings hundreds of people together for one common cause, which is to raise money for the Make-A-Wish Foundation. In addition to contributing to such a wonderful cause, the event helps promote local business and ensures that everyone has a blast.

I really feel that it unites people in Victoria as they explore all the wonders of Johnson Street.

I arrived there at about 12:00pm and I stayed there until 5:00pm. I feel that the 5 hours I spent shooting both stills and video were definitely well spent. The sun was shining, and the temperature was just perfect for spending a nice day downtown.

I did not dress up for the event because what I cared about the most was being able to take photos and videos. Certain clothing can restrict movement as well as make you sweat, so I wanted to avoid both of the aforementioned as much as possible. Therefore, I just wore short shorts and a tank top, no make-up, and tied my hair back. I felt very comfortable that way and was able to focus on the photos as opposed to worrying about whether or not the make up will run, how my hair looks, or if I sweat.
Here is what I brought with me that day: money for donating to the cause, a notebook to make notes about what to write in this post, Nikon D200 with a 50mm f/1.8D AF Nikkor Lens, JVC Everio Video Camera , a water bottle, and a change of clothing.

The lighting situation was pretty tough because one side of the street was in the shade while the other was sunny. The light kept changing on me as soon as I thought I got the exposure, shutter speed, and f-stop correctly for the conditions. I also experimented with exposure compensation and ISO. I feel that it was a great learning experience for me, and I did my best. I believe that if I study photography and keep going to events like this, as well as experiment with lighting without fear of messing up the shoot-I will be good. When it comes to learning, one of the best ways to learn is to always try to challenge your own abilities.

I hope you enjoy the photos, and if you were at the event and I got you, then you are welcome to download the photos if you like them and use them for your Facebook, etc. I do ask that you credit AH Life and Style for the photos. 🙂

Above: Skateboarder getting ready to go down the ramp and charm us with his moves.

Above: Just outside of Devlish Damzels Boutique.
Above: Learn to hula with the Devlish Damzels ladies 🙂
Above: Makes me wonder what they are looking at. Well, I will leave that up to your imagination.

Above: Outside of American Apparel. I didn’t realize it was on Johnson Street…(man, I’m out of the loop)

Above: The $5 mystery. You could have won Rifflandia tickets, yoga passes, and other cool prizes.

Above: Super cool crowd of interesting people.

Above: Stylish young lady outside of her boutique.

Above: Absolutely gorgeous!

Above: At first, I thought it was a real person…then I got closer, and realized it was a mannequin. Just outside of SOHO Boutique.

Above: The owner of SOHO Boutique and the mannequin.

Above: Beautiful DJ just outside of Devlish Damzels Boutique

Above: Just outside of LeBlanc Boutique.

Above: The window of Paradise Boutique.

Above: Alex for Rifflandia Festival.

Above: Beautiful Yoga ladies 🙂

Above: Suasion Boutique Window
Above : There were so many people at the event. I tried to get images of people without appearing like a weirdo with a camera, so I was pointing the lens into the crowd as opposed to at certain people.
Above: This was actually the first photo I took that day and it was of a skateboarder in motion.  
If you really liked these photos, come back again, as there will be more!! Videos too!!
What’s coming up: more boutique shots, street shots, firemen and police officers in the dunk tank and much more!!
I didn’t post all the photos here because I didn’t want to make you scroll any further than you already did. 🙂
Aviva


Enter to Win a $1000 Shopping Spree at Ricky’s NYC

Hey Beauties!!

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Laura Gibson at Reeds Jewelers

REEDS Jewelers is my newest affiliate partner. I am very excited about this partnership, which I hope will be beneficial for both of us.They offer a wide selection of diamonds, gemstones, pearl, gold, sterling silver, titanium and platinum jewelry, as well as charms, collectibles, and gifts.

When I first browsed through the REEDS Jewelers online catalog, I couldn’t help but notice Laura Gibson’s jewelry. I happy to say that I became an instant fan!

“With her mother a sculptor, her father a writer, and her grandmother a painter, it would seem natural for Laura Gibson to pursue a career in the arts. The fact is that Laura began her professional life as a sales and marketing specialist with IBM. A casual visit to the internationally renowned Tucson Gem Show resulted in Laura finding her true passion, designing hand crafted jewelry with rare and exotic gemstones. Working from her design studio in Tucson, Arizona, the demand created for her colorful jewelry soon led to the official launch of Laura Gibson in 1996. Each piece bears her special “LG” signature clasp as a guarantee of authenticity.”-directly from the REEDS Jewelers write up on Laura Gibson

Left: Laura Gibson Multi Gem Earrings

“From Laura Gibson, these 22k yellow gold drop earrings each feature aquamarine, smoky quartz, prehnite, and apatite gemstones in various shapes and sizes. Earrings are 1.18 inches long.”
 
 
 
 

Left:  Laura Gibson Multi Gem Drop Earrings

“From Laura Gibson, these 22k yellow gold drop earrings each feature genuine chalcedony, apatite, rhodolite, idiocite, and tanzanite gemstones in various shapes and sizes. Earrings are 2 inches long.”
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Left: Laura Gibson Multi Gem Drop Necklace

“From Laura Gibson, this 22k yellow gold drop necklace features genuine black and pink tourmaline, onyx, rubellite, and pink topaz gemstones in various shapes and sizes on a figaro style chain. Necklace is 17 inches long and the drop is 1 1/4 inch long. Toggle closure.”
 
 
 
 
 
 

Left: Laura Gibson Multi Gem Necklace

“From Laura Gibson, this 22k yellow gold necklace features genuine green and lemon topaz, lemon citrine, chrysoberyl and green apatite gemstones in various shapes and sizes. Necklace is 17 inches long with a toggle closure.
 
 
 
 


 Left: Laura Gibson Multi Gem Necklace

“From Laura Gibson, this 22k yellow gold necklace features genuine amethyst, prehnite, peridot, tanzanite, rhodolite, chrysoberyl and chrome diopside gemstones in various shapes and sizes. Necklace is 17 inches long with a toggle closure. ”
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
I will definitely have more Laura Gibson stuff to show you later on, as I continue my partnership with REEDS Jewelers

***PLEASE NOTE: Images as well as the text description of each piece are from the REEDS Jewelers website***

More Charms…from Charm & Chain

It has been a while since I showed you some more of my “wish list” items from Charm & Chain. Just like any other girl, I always have accessories and clothing on my wish list.

Do you like these?

Above: Blue Topaz Pendant Necklace
“Wendy Mink’s jewelry combines aspects of traditional Eastern jewelry with classic European design principles. Her pieces derive striking results from clean, simple, yet unexpected combinations of colors and materials.”


Above: Horseshoe Necklace.
“Editor’s Pick–Lindsay Huggins, Self Magazine.  “I absolutely adore this necklace because it looks vintage and has that one-of-a-kind feeling, something that’s been passed down to you from your Grandmother.  Also, as an avid horseback rider and my love of anything considered to be a “lucky charm” makes me want to wear this all the time!” Who would have thought that tribal designs and vintage costume jewelry could work so well together? House of Harlow marries these two disparate influences in an eclectic, fashion-forward collection from one of Hollywood’s hottest style icons.”


Above: Antwerp Necklace
“Drama queens know a keeper when they see it. Drape the cascade of chains and medallions over your decollete, tie the gunmetal silk ribbon closure behind your neck, and away you go. Suzanna Dai designer Suzie Gallehugh is the kind of gal who finds beauty wherever she goes, whether it’s Paris or Poughkeepsie. Her obsession with travel, foreign cultures, and all things vintage translates into exquisite statement pieces that are truly to Dai for. Note: As seen on Serena on Gossip Girl. Chain beaded medallions Backed in grey suede. Silk satin adjustable ribbon tie closure.”

Above: Crystal Cluster Necklace
“Specially selected for a wedding or a formal event, this necklace will instantly make you feel like the belle of the ball. This line contains some of the most decadent, spectacular pieces that Charm & Chain carries. Badgley Mischka’s designs have a jewel-centric and often Victorian aesthetic; they tend to meld ornate motifs with an “old money” quality that stops short of being too, too ostentatious. Glass Crystals Silver Hardware.”
I don’t particularly know what I would wear this one with, but I think that it would look great for going to Galas.

***Description text and images are from the Charm & Chain (a) Website***

Iman by Markus Klinko & Indrani

Today, while browsing around on Facebook, I couldn’t help but notice Markus & Indrani’s latest creation in my news feed: this photo of Iman for the London Times Magazine (July 2011). It was styled by GK Reid, who I think is, and has always been, a great addition to their team of photographic excellence.

The colours of this photo are perfect. They all go so well together. Everything from the hair to the make-up, to the wardrobe and lighting is amazing in this photo. Her dress is very beautiful and elegant, not to mention that it showcases her figure in great light.

Want to see more great stuff?
~Visit Markus & Indrani’s WEBSITE
~Become their fan on Facebook
~Follow Markus on Twitter
~Follow Indrani on Twitter
**Yes, this image was posted here with Markus Klinko’s permission**

Elegant STYLEBOP Look

A while back, I was “e-window” shopping again…I do that quite often, in fact. Of course, I go and look at the STYLEBOP.com website (a), because well, they sell good quality designer clothing, shoes, handbags, and more stuff that I like to check out.


ABOVE: Lovely black dress. I think that it would look great with black leggings and high heels.

ABOVE: I love this handbag. I’m a lover of all shiny accessories, and this is just something I would like to add to my “list of things to get when I can afford it”. It would look good with the dress that is also featured in this post.

ABOVE: I absolutely love these shoes. They would be great at a shoot, though I am not sure how long I would be able to walk in them. Either way though, they are very stylish. I think that they would complete the outfit that I put together in this post. High heels make the legs appear longer, which is another reason why many women like to wear them.

Would you wear this outfit? Can you think of anything to add to it?

***Images are from the STYLEBOP WEBSITE***

Aviva’s Favorite Charm & Chain Bracelets

Charm & Chain (aff) has a lot of beautiful bracelets, necklaces and other jewelry. However, let’s start with the bracelets. Later on, I will be writing about some of my other favorites from Charm & Chain.

I looked through 243 bracelets, and with that in mind, here are my favorite 5 bracelets from Charm & Chain :


Above: Lena Cuff by DANNIJO. WHY? It is colourful, classy and sophisticated. With this bracelet, a plain boring outfit will have a dab of gorgeous colour that will definitely be noticed.


Above: Thin Citrine Cuff by Hassan Bounkit WHY? Personally, I like shiny stuff. At the same time though, this bracelet is not an “in your face” kind of shiny. It has just the right amount of shine.


Above: Champagne Dust Organic Hinge Bracelet, Warm Grey by Alexis Bittar. WHY? I think it would look good with some of my other accessories for shoots.


Above: Everyday Gold Bangle. WHY? Because it can add some substance to a casual outfit.


Above: Crystal Snake Chain Bracelet by Rachel Leigh WHY? I love it because it looks like a really cool braid, and I think that it can be used at shoots as well as for everyday wearing, provided that the outfit is appropriate?

What do you think?

***Images from the Charm & Chain website (aff)***

Markus Klinko+Indrani+Daphne Guinness=A++ Team

I am thrilled to be able to post the results of yet another great collaboration between amazingly talented celebrity photographers Markus Klinko & Indrani, and gorgeous Daphne Guinness. These images were shot for an advertisement for Barneys New York, and they look absolutely stunning.
When it comes to shooting, Markus & Indrani, and Daphne are an A++ team. I am definitely looking forward to seeing what the wonderful creative team will come up with next.
Earlier this year, I had the honour of interviewing Markus Klinko, and you can read the interview HERE.
You can also follow Markus & Indrani on FACEBOOK, check out their WEBSITE, as well as follow Indrani’s TWITTER, and Markus’ TWITTER.
Aviva 🙂

Such a funky and stylish necklace from STYLEBOP!

This Silver/Black necklace from STYLEBOP really caught my eye, because when I was going through all the photos…I had to do a double take on it.

I have seen some pretty funky and interesting stuff, but this is just cool.

I can definitely see myself wearing it with a plain white shirt and jeans to enhance the look.

It definitely stands out, don’t you think?

***Image from STYLEBOP Website (aff)***

Results of Suzanne Sagmeister, Lauren of Vixen Hair Studio, Sasha Andrews and Aviva Collaboration

Hey guys,

A few weeks ago, Suzanne Sagmeister contacted me in order to collaborate on a shoot in Victoria, BC. I have always liked Suzanne’s work and I was happy to work with her. 🙂

The hair stylist was Lauren from Vixen Hair Studio and the make-up artist was Sasha Andrews

Victoria has a lot of very cool and interesting locations to shoot and in the beginning we had some questions as to where we should be shooting. I was a little bit worried about my hair getting messy


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