CTR Construction Timelapse

This video was hands down the MOST FUN video I've ever created. From chatting with CTR's amazing construction pros, to playing around with advanced time remapping this project was a blast!

I've been dying to work hyperlapse into a marketing video and so I convinced Steve Carson of CTR Construction to give it a try. This video was a BEAST to complete as it involved several 5+ hour filming sessions and some major dedication to post-production, all for just 4 minutes of video!

It was so worth it though because I am in love with the final product. You get to see a sort of timeline of the whole construction and the expertise of the CTR crew. They did an amazing job, like seriously guys I can't wait to have them customize my home someday. 

One of the things I loved about making this video was the unique opportunity it gave me to stretch myself creatively. Not every client would be down for rock music and 3D Motion transitions but I knew Steve was all in. I'd say his open-mindedness has resulted in a video that reflects both his teams professionalism and his unique style! Check it out! Don't forget to make sure your Youtube settings are set to 720p or 1080p for the best quality.

Learn more about CTR Construction at ctrconstruction.com. 

Camping at Dead Horse

I recently recommended our favorite campsite to my friend Louise over at Travel the Unbeaten Path, and couldn't stop thinking about how fun our March camping trip was, so of course I decided to put together a little video. I used some time remapping as well as simple slicing and speed increases for the hyper-lapsed portions, and threw in some photos of the amenities and animal life. 

There were a lot of good things about Dead Horse State Ranch Park. I loved that it has a cooler climate than Phoenix, but that it still had an open desert feel to it. The campground was quiet and peaceful with clean bathrooms. The site itself has a creek running through it, along with several man made fishing lakes and quite a few miles of trails. There were tons of spectacular birds near the fishing lakes, we even saw a bald eagle! (Check it out in the video) We stayed three days and hardly left the campsite itself. 

Dead Horse is also very close to Jerome, the famous Arizona ghost town, and several important Native American sites. I believe you can actually hike your way from the campground to the Tuzigoot National monument. 

Cottonwood itself wasn't super exciting, but we didn't mind because we were there to camp! After camping we packed up and headed to Sedona for the night. It was only a half hour drive from Dead Horse and made for a fantastic spring break. Shoutout to my husband for doing the dirty work involved with those amazing timelapses! (Mom's + cranky camping babies= not wanting to wake up at dawn) 

P.S. Reusing Clair de Lune because it's a classic...like...literally!

Pioneer Day Fun

It's that time of year again! Last year we were shocked at the turn out for our Stake Pioneer day celebration, I hadn't planned on taking video but I couldn't resist when I saw old-fashioned clothes and a pie eating contest! 

We missed the parade last year, so I am super excited to be a part of it this time around. Especially because this year's parade will involve a Guinness Book of World Records attempt! We will be trying for the most red wagons in a single parade! I don't want to spoil it, but Henry's wagon is going to be ADORABLE! Look for a future post with video.

Never heard of Pioneer Day? Well , in sum, it's an official holiday in Utah celebrating the entrance of Mormon pioneers into the Salt Lake Valley. It is also held as a special holiday by Latter-Day Saints as a celebration of their religious heritage. Basically it involves food, fireworks, and fun. Oh and occasionally Pioneer Clothes which is awesome!!


Lehi Days Rodeo

We had the privilege of attending the Lehi Days rodeo in Mesa last weekend, and it was a blast! Our 15 month old , Henry, loved petting the animals in the petting zoo , taking his first pony ride, and participating in the "Chicken Chase" ( tiny baby chicks for the 2 yr. and under crowd ; it was A-DOR-ABLE!!)  Of course I took video of all of the above plus some highlight performances by some amazing riders.