Tony Luna Creative- Update- 9/6/2025

Hello Friends of Tony Luna Creative!:

This is a heads-up that our next Tony Luna Creative ZOOM SchmoozeFest! is this coming Thursday, 11 September, from 6:30 to 9:30 (Pacific Time)

So copy the day and time and be ready to join the get-together of our creative community.

• Do you have some new work you would like to share and discuss?

• Do you want to practice your pitch?

• Do you wish to become inspired by our members?

• Is work getting in the way of your creativity?

• Are you looking for a network of like minded, positive thinking, inventive, and entertaining creative folk like you?

  Well then, copy the link below and tune in next Thursday evening. We will be happy to share our enthusiasm with you!

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  Tony Luna is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.

  Topic: TLC - September ZOOM SchmoozeFest!

  Time: Sep 11, 2025 06:30 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)

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Tony Luna Creativ- Update- 8/9/2025

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>>>  Creative Career Transition reports and inspirational notes have been sent into Tony Luna Creative for posting by people we have had the honor to work with, and creative soul mates who support those who are pursuing their dreams. Those reports, and other important information about career development, comprise these updates.

You can find out more about career reinvention classes, workshops, lectures, or private consultation given (in-person or online) by Tony Luna by going to

http://tonylunacreative.com

or by emailing him directly at tony@tonylunacreative.com.

 Thanks to the friends of TLC who keep creating exciting and meaningful careers and you are encouraged to let us know about your accomplishments so you can inspire others to follow their own creative passions through this blog! <<<

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Jonathan Bregel, Filmmaker, Coach for Filmmakers, and a friend of Tony Luna Creative

*Scroll down on the link to click the trailer.

https://gofund.me/49af3189

Greetings. I’m Jon Bregel; a filmmaker, coach for filmmakers, and founder of The Nourish Community; a community of filmmakers pursuing wellness, meaningful relationships, and purpose. Over the past 16 years, I’ve worked on numerous award-winning films, including this year’s SXSW Audience Award-winning feature, led global brand campaigns as a director, and committed myself to helping filmmakers thrive without sacrificing their well-being. You can learn more about me and my work by clicking HERE

Over the past year, I’ve been immersed in one of the most meaningful journeys of my life: directing Selah, a deeply personal, intimate documentary about grief, love, and the quiet courage of those who choose to live after unimaginable loss.

At its core, Selah is not a film about moving on from grief; it’s about learning how to carry it.

Filmed at Selah Carefarm, the world’s first carefarm for traumatic grief, this 30-minute documentary follows the stories of those who come to this sacred place seeking solace, connection, and the strength to keep going. Among them is Erik, a father and farmhand at Selah who is rebuilding his life after the recent murder of his three young children: Joanna, Terry, and Sierra. Now, with his newborn daughter Josie in his arms and his partner Shiloe by his side, Erik walks the fragile path between joy and sorrow, between honoring the dead and loving the living.

At the heart of Selah’s vision is Dr. Joanne Cacciatore, who founded the Carefarm after the death of her own daughter, Cheyenne, at birth. Guided by her compassionate philosophy, Selah offers no platitudes or quick fixes; simply a space where grief is witnessed, honored, and carried forward with care.

Woven through Erik’s story is a four-day grief workshop, where we follow six bereaved individuals as they navigate their own losses with the accompaniment of Selah’s team. Their journeys, alongside Erik’s and Dr. Jo’s, reveal the quiet courage it takes to keep living in the shadow of profound loss.

Through the process of filming, I’ve witnessed moments few have the opportunity to see: a mother laying bare her guilt after losing her son to suicide; a bereaved twin grappling with her identity after her brother’s murder; a father confessing his fear of loving again. Through raw interviews, gentle silences, and the rhythms of life among animals and land, Selah captures the unspoken truth: grief and love are two sides of the same coin, and neither ever ends.

If you are interested in becoming an executive producer or strategic partner, please message me through gofundme. I am happy to share a detailed financial breakdown or have a one-on-one conversation.

**We can accept tax exempt donations through our fiscal sponsor, The Gotham** Please message through gofundme if this applies to you.

*Scroll down on the link to click the trailer.

https://gofund.me/49af3189

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Zoe Ni, Product and Interaction Designer, Crafting a Meaningful Career, Fall, 2020

“I’m happy to share that I’m starting a new position as a Designmatters Fellow at the Cancer Research Center for Health Equity at Cedars-Sinai—a place where compassion guides each gesture, innovation lights the path to better health, and the pursuit of exceptional care becomes a shared promise.”

(Zoe Ni and Tony Luna at Zoe’s Art Center College of Design recent graduation.)

“Thank you so much, Professor Luna! Your guidance and support mean a great deal to me…”

Zoe

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As always we are honored to share stories of the hard work our contributors have accomplished and we are thrilled to promote their activities. Please continue to support the members of our creative community as they design meaning within their careers. Thanks to all for their informative and inspiring contributions.

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for the full story on any of the inspirational topics listed above. And tell your friends to check the rest of the blog so they may also be encouraged by the accomplishments of these talented individuals.

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Remember to keep sending us news of your wonderful art, design, and careers, and—as always—stay in touch!

Best.

Tony

Tony Luna Creative

A Creative Consultancy

819 North Bel Aire Drive

Burbank, CA 91501

Home office: 818-515-4103

Email: tony@tonylunacreative.com

http://www.tonylunacreative.com

http://www.tonylunacreative.com/blog

Adjunct Professor, Senior Faculty: Art Center College of Design

Author: "How to Grow as a Photographer: Reinventing Your Career" Allworth Press and

"Mastering the Business of Photography: What the Pros Do When They Are Not Taking Incredible Photos" Skyhorse/Allworth Press

Providing support, inspiration and networking for mid-career creative professionals

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Tony Luna Creative- Update- 8/5/2025

https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-marley-breathe-urgent-pneumonia-care

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>>>  Creative Career Transition reports and inspirational notes have been sent into Tony Luna Creative for posting by people we have had the honor to work with, and creative soul mates who support those who are pursuing their dreams. Those reports, and other important information about career development, comprise these updates.

You can find out more about career reinvention classes, workshops, lectures, or private consultation given (in-person or online) by Tony Luna by going to

http://tonylunacreative.com or by emailing him directly at tony@tonylunacreative.com.  

Thanks to the friends of TLC who keep creating exciting and meaningful careers and you are encouraged to let us know about your accomplishments so you can inspire others to follow their own creative passions through this blog! <<<

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Angel Mendoza- Educator, Graphic Designer, one of the Original Friends of Tony Luna Creative, and member of “Living the Dream” class, Summer 2007 -

This week Angel lost his close buddy, Marley, better known as "The Mayor of Highland Park”. Marley was a lively, sweet, young 4-year-old Belgian Malinois mix. Angel is a teacher and is on a tight budget. We are reaching out to anyone willing to help with the veterinary medicine costs as a result of treatment for a very serious case of pneumonia. Marley needed high levels of antibiotics and specialized oxygen to help him breathe. Unfortunately, the cost of treatment came at a high price beyond what Angel could afford. Please help by donating, and in any way you can. We thank you for any support you can offer.

https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-marley-breathe-urgent-pneumonia-care

www.rogueangeldesign.com

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Laura Elliott, Author and Best Selling Ghostwriter, and “Crafting a Meaningful Career” alum, Fall 2013.

We were recently informed that “Dear Laura” is already an Amazon #1 New Release...and there's still two more weeks until its official launch!

Available for per-order now at Barnes & Noble and on Amazon too. You may also purchase it in EPUB and MOBI formats. Read on your Kindle, phone, tablet, computer and more.

Congratulations Laura on your amazing accomplishments! We wish you much success.

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As always we are honored to share stories of the hard work our contributors have accomplished and we are thrilled to promote their activities. Please continue to support the members of our creative community as they design meaning within their careers. Thanks to all for their informative and inspiring contributions.

If you are not on the mailing list and would like to receive your own notices of these Updates please contact tony@tonylunacreative.com. Conversely if you would like to be removed from the email list simply email tony@tonylunacreative.com and write "Unsubscribe" in the subject line.

Keep sending in your informative and motivating emails. I may have to edit them in the interest of space but I will do my best to keep their integrity. Emails and notices are usually posted in the order they are received. Tony Luna Creative-Updates are produced approximately once a month so please provide enough lead time when submitting emails so they can be posted in a timely fashion.

Remember to keep sending us news of your wonderful art, design, and careers, and—as always—stay in touch!

Best.

Tony

Tony Luna Creative

A Creative Consultancy

819 North Bel Aire Drive

Burbank, CA 91501

Home office: 818-515-4103

Email: tony@tonylunacreative.com

http://www.tonylunacreative.com

http://www.tonylunacreative.com/blog

Adjunct Professor, Senior Faculty: Art Center College of Design

Author: "How to Grow as a Photographer: Reinventing Your Career" Allworth Press and

"Mastering the Business of Photography: What the Pros Do When They Are Not Taking Incredible Photos" Skyhorse/Allworth Press

Providing support, inspiration and networking for mid-career creative professionals

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Tony Luna Creative- Update- 7/5/2025

Editor’s Note:

In his novel, A Woman in the Wild, Tad Crawford, a long time supporter of Tony Luna Creative, has created “…a revealing and memorable portrait of a woman boldly facing her demons in pursuit of a meaningful life.”

We urge you to take up this remarkable book in support of a member of our creative community and appreciate Tad’s creativity, and insights. Well done, Tad, we celebrate your achievement!

Available on Amazon.

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>>>  Creative Career Transition reports and inspirational notes have been sent into Tony Luna Creative for posting by people we have had the honor to work with, and creative soul mates who support those who are pursuing their dreams. Those reports, and other important information about career development, comprise these updates.

You can find out more about career reinvention classes, workshops, lectures, or private consultation given (in-person or online) by Tony Luna by going to

http://tonylunacreative.com or by emailing him directly at tony@tonylunacreative.com.

Thanks to the friends of TLC who keep creating exciting and meaningful careers and you are encouraged to let us know about your accomplishments so you can inspire others to follow their own creative passions through this blog! <<<

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A Woman in the Wild is a revealing and memorable portrait of a woman boldly facing her demons in pursuit of a meaningful life.

A psychologist in crisis leaves her established practice in the city for an open-ended retreat in the mountains at the Institute for Healing and Transformation. Feeling lost, betrayed, and stricken by guilt not to have saved her daughter from sexual abuse, she hopes to find a new path to ease her pain and uncertainties.

Soon after her arrival, a “wild” man who roamed the forest with a bear is brought to the institute. When the man is given to her care, she performs a suspenseful balancing as she seeks to heal him as well as herself.  

Hiking and meditating each day, she initiates an inner journey that shakes her free from the familiar. As the months pass, she engages her guilt and sorrow, confronts her failures, weighs the limits of therapy and self-forgiveness, and seeks to unleash the healing powers of the unconscious and of love.

Readers will find this an absorbing and dramatic novel of abuse, resilience, and the quest for transformation.

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Comments-

“A wonderfully original novel. The characters are unusual and engaging, especially the marvelously imagined wild man and the ever-hovering bear concealed in the wilderness. The precision and beauty of the language, together with the measured pace of the narration, allow the time and process required for inner development as well as for conversations and reflections on guilt, the making of amends, healing, loss, and death.”—Inez Martinez, author of To Know the Moon and former General Editor of the Jungian Journal for Scholarly Studies

“Rich in insight, A Woman in the Wild is an engrossing story of desire, healing, and the limits of human knowledge. With mindful reflections upon the wilderness in the world and in our hearts, this tale of a psychologist in crisis is immediately and deeply captivating. A marvelous read.” —Ethan Gallogly, author of The Trail: A Novel

“Set upon the turning wheel of the seasons and amidst the intricate wonders of the wild, A Woman in The Wild shows how inspiring and healing the natural world can be. The retreat center where the main characters meet offers no prescription for healing other than a safe place to be and the nourishment of rest and reflection. I especially enjoyed the immense range and complexity of the characters’ inner lives as they actively engage the sensate world of the surrounding wilderness. As a psychologist myself, I was not only delighted and surprised with what Thea, the main character, discovers on her quest, I remain deeply inspired by the resounding truth of it!”—Susan Scott, author of Healing with Nature

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As always we are honored to share stories of the hard work our contributors have accomplished and we are thrilled to promote their activities. Please continue to support the members of our creative community as they design meaning within their careers. Thanks to all for their informative and inspiring contributions.

If you are not on the mailing list and would like to receive your own notices of these Updates please contact tony@tonylunacreative.com. Conversely if you would like to be removed from the email list simply email tony@tonylunacreative.com and write "Unsubscribe" in the subject line.

Keep sending in your informative and motivating emails. I may have to edit them in the interest of space but I will do my best to keep their integrity. Emails and notices are usually posted in the order they are received. Tony Luna Creative-Updates are produced approximately once a month so please provide enough lead time when submitting emails so they can be posted in a timely fashion.

Remember to keep sending us news of your wonderful art, design, and careers, and—as always—stay in touch!

Best.

Tony

Tony Luna Creative

A Creative Consultancy

819 North Bel Aire Drive

Burbank, CA 91501

Home office: 818-515-4103

Email: tony@tonylunacreative.com

http://www.tonylunacreative.com

http://www.tonylunacreative.com/blog

Adjunct Professor, Senior Faculty: Art Center College of Design

Author: "How to Grow as a Photographer: Reinventing Your Career" Allworth Press and

"Mastering the Business of Photography: What the Pros Do When They Are Not Taking Incredible Photos" Skyhorse/Allworth Press

Providing support, inspiration and networking for mid-career creative professionals.

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Tony Luna Creative- Update- 6/29/2025

Dear Laura, A Lost Chapter of WWII

Dear Laura is a gripping real-life mystery: part memoir, part photo essay, and all heart. On the 80th anniversary of V-J Day, uncover the story of a POW father, a brilliant scientist grandfather, and the secrets that kept a family hostage during WWII! Perfect for people who love history, resilience, and stories that matter.

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Editor’s Note:

Today we proudly announce the release of “Dear Laura,” the amazing true story of dedication, intrigue, and resilience by Crafting a Meaningful Career alum Laura Elliott (Fall 2013). Congratulations Laura on this profound achievement. We are truly proud of you!

Please consider obtaining this remarkable work by a stellar writer and member of our creative community.

Available for pre-order now at Barnes & Noble. Should be available for pre-order on Amazon too. You may also purchase it in EPUB and MOBI formats. Read on your Kindle, phone, tablet, computer and more.

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>>>  Creative Career Transition reports and inspirational notes have been sent into Tony Luna Creative for posting by people we have had the honor to work with, and creative soul mates who support those who are pursuing their dreams. Those reports, and other important information about career development, comprise these updates.

You can find out more about career reinvention classes, workshops, lectures, or private consultation given (in-person or online) by Tony Luna by going to

http://tonylunacreative.com or by emailing him directly at tony@tonylunacreative.com.

Thanks to the friends of TLC who keep creating exciting and meaningful careers and you are encouraged to let us know about your accomplishments so you can inspire others to follow their own creative passions through this blog! <<<

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Why would the Empire of Japan imprison 5 Dutch radio engineers, hold their families hostage, and move them from Indonesia to Japan? And why would one of them die?

It started with a bench––a simple, handmade wooden bench, handed down through the years––and a whispered comment at a child’s birthday party that hinted at something much darker beneath its surface. From that moment on, Laura Elliott knew there was more to her father’s story. Through heartfelt letters written across decades, oceans, and generations, and during her travels across the world she begins piecing together her father’s hidden past, guided by his enduring spirit and love, especially when she’s at her most vulnerable.

As Laura delves deeper, she not only uncovers a surprising family story shaped by resilience, displacement, and the quiet heroism that lives in ordinary people, but a lost chapter of WWII. Told with warmth, curiosity, and reverence for the past, Dear Laura is a testament to the lifelong adventure of understanding those we love. It is a deeply personal account of questions finally asked, healing that comes from bearing witness to the truth, and the unbreakable bond between a father and daughter.

This is more than a memoir, it’s an unraveling of a mystery, a reclaiming of legacy, and a powerful reminder that sometimes the most incredible stories are those buried closest to home.

Laura Elliott | Author, Bestselling Ghostwriter | 831-521-8933

Dear Laura, A Lost Chapter of WWII: A Father-Daughter Adventure in

Courage, Faith & Freedom 

Available August 15, the 80th Anniversary of V-J Day

Sign up for updates & read how it begins

Laura sits on the last “Concentration Camp” bench she made with her dad. She is a member of the International Screenwriters’ Association and the Association of Ghostwriters. Her search for the truth, wherever it leads, continues to call her on many adventures. Some have come in heartbeats and others in decades.

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As always we are honored to share stories of the hard work our contributors have accomplished and we are thrilled to promote their activities. Please continue to support the members of our creative community as they design meaning within their careers. Thanks to all for their informative and inspiring contributions.

If you are not on the mailing list and would like to receive your own notices of these Updates please contact tony@tonylunacreative.com. Conversely if you would like to be removed from the email list simply email tony@tonylunacreative.com and write "Unsubscribe" in the subject line.

Keep sending in your informative and motivating emails. I may have to edit them in the interest of space but I will do my best to keep their integrity. Emails and notices are usually posted in the order they are received. Tony Luna Creative-Updates are produced approximately once a month so please provide enough lead time when submitting emails so they can be posted in a timely fashion.

Remember to keep sending us news of your wonderful art, design, and careers, and—as always—stay in touch!

Best.

Tony

Tony Luna Creative

A Creative Consultancy

819 North Bel Aire Drive

Burbank, CA 91501

Home office: 818-515-4103

Email: tony@tonylunacreative.com

http://www.tonylunacreative.com

http://www.tonylunacreative.com/blog

Professor, Senior Faculty: Art Center College of Design

Author: "How to Grow as a Photographer: Reinventing Your Career" Allworth Press and

"Mastering the Business of Photography: What the Pros Do When They Are Not Taking Incredible Photos" Skyhorse/Allworth Press

Providing support, inspiration and networking for mid-career creative professionals

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Tony Luna Creative- Update- 5/2/2025

Editor’s Note: This is a special edition of the Tony Luna Creative/Blog. It is dedicated to helping Ibarionex and Cynthia Perello rebuild their lives after the devastating January fires destroyed their home. Ibarionex is a great artist and an alum of our Crafting a Meaningful Career Fall 2011 class. Like all of those who have taken our classes he is family, so we are reaching out to you to read their story and make a donation to their GoFundMe account.

Immediately after the disaster there was enthusiasm to lend a hand to the fire victims. But as time has passed the enthusiasm has waned and donations have slowed down. This is an attempt to keep interest in the Perello’s request for aid and to keep the needs of the others affected by the fires in mind.

Here is their updated story to give you some perspective of what they have endured and how you can help.

Thank you,

Tony Luna

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GoFundMe account-

https://www.gofundme.com/f/perello-familys-journey-to-re-establish-our-life

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Follow-up to the Perello Family’s Journey to Re-Establish Our Lives

Before…

After…

Updates

March 17th, 2025 by IbarionexCynthia Perello, Organizer

I’m writing to you today with a very grateful yet heavy heart. 

On January 7, 2025, our beloved home in Altadena, California, was completely destroyed by the Eaton wildfires. It wasn’t just a building; it was a sanctuary filled with love, forgiveness, and memories of years of hard work and resilience. The pain of losing everything is unbearable, and we’re struggling to find our way forward.

We have lost everything. The only thing we had when we fled our home was the shoes on our feet, my purse, our pajamas, three framed photos, my youngest sister Jacquelyn’s urn, and the urns from three of our fur babies who crossed over the rainbow

My wedding dress is what I think of the most. It was destroyed in the fire.

The recovery process will be long and tough. We’ve been displaced three times: first, the night of the fire, we fled to the Pasadena Convention Center wildfire evacuation site with our three-year-old dog Gracie, my eldest sister Saundra and her 17-year-old dog Bosco, and my husband. We all ended up in a tiny hotel room for almost a month (which cost us a fortune out-of-pocket) and then a friend helped us out at a more affordable Airbnb in Atwater for another month.

Finding a temporary place to live was a real challenge, especially with the high demand for housing.

After searching everywhere, we finally found a small rental on February 22, 2025. We have a 2 Year road (or more ) ahead of us and we need your continued support.

If compelled, please feel free to donate (or even donate again!) whatever you can to our GoFundMe page to help us with establish our life. And please feel free to share this with anybody that might be able to assist.

No sum is too small or too much.

We have a long distance to getting back to any type of normal life.

We are starting from ground zero.

Thank you for your love and various levels of support.

The Perello Family

https://www.gofundme.com/f/perello-familys-journey-to-re-establish-our-life

Tony Luna Creative- Update 1-12-2025

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>>>  Creative Career Transition reports and inspirational notes have been sent into Tony Luna Creative for posting by people we have had the honor to work with, and creative soul mates who support those who are pursuing their dreams. Those reports, and other important information about career development, comprise these updates.

Today in our blog we announce the Spring Zoom SchmoozeFest and highlight the work of two outstanding artists, Ellen Friedlander and Brian Biery.

You can find out more about career reinvention classes, workshops, lectures, or private consultation given (in-person or online) by Tony Luna by going to

http://tonylunacreative.com or by emailing him directly at tony@tonylunacreative.com.

 Thanks to the friends of TLC who keep creating exciting and meaningful careers and you are encouraged to let us know about your accomplishments so you can inspire others to follow their own creative passions through this blog! <<<

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Our Spring Zoom SchmoozeFest will take place this coming Thursday, January 16, from 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM (Pacific Time).

The focus of our online meeting this time, of course, will be the sharing of the latest creative endeavors of those in attendance, and a special emphasis on how we can assist members of the Tony Luna Creative community who have been affected by the recent devastating fires. Our hearts go out to all those who have had losses, but we will discuss how we can offer more in addition to our good thoughts and prayers.

So make some time this coming Thursday to join us online, no matter where you are located. I am sure we can help and make a difference.

https://artcenter.zoom.us/j/4615644020?pwd=RDZBcjEraGhJMnFmNmlxRy94U3pCUT09&omn=92913384667

Meeting ID: 461 564 4020

Passcode: 0008856

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- Ellen Friedlander, Fine Art Photographer

“It's been a transformative year!

Hi Friends, Family, and Fellow Artists,

 2024 was full of surprises and growth.

In June, I was invited to have a solo show at the Museum of Art and History in Lancaster, CA! Immediately I went into a frenzied state of joy, fear, anxiety, awe... all of the emotions were felt to the extreme.

Over the last 7 months I have devoted my focus to producing new work for this exhibition. This whole experience of creating work for a museum has been enlightening, and I am SO excited to share it with you all soon.

Please SAVE THE DATE for the opening reception: January 25, 2 - 4PM.

 And for anyone who is unable to attend the opening, no worries! I plan on making several trips out to Lancaster during the duration of the show, and would be happy to arrange other visits. Please click the button below to schedule a visiting date with me.”

ARRANGE A DATE WITH ME TO VISIT MOAH

mailto:ellen@ellenfriedlanderphotography.com? subject=Arranging%20a%20date%20to%20visit%20MOAH

Let there be Peace, Joy and Love for ALL in 2025.

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Love to have my photographs on your walls!
 Contact me for purchase inquiries.

Sharing Love, Light, and PEACE,

Ellen

Instagram- emfphoto59

Linkedin- EllenFriedlanderPhotography.com

Facebook- Ellen M Friedlander

Copyright © 2024 Ellen Friedlander Photography, All rights reserved.

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- Brian Biery- Photographer, Educator

(Editors Note: Brian sent in an email before the Holidays announcing the sale of his artwork at various events. I regret that I did not post a blog over the Holidays so I am including the following from his email. My apologies Brian.)

Upper Antelope Canyon, Navajo Tribal Park

“Dear Family and Friends,

If you are unable to attend either please let me know if you would like to order framed photos, calendars, greeting cards, etc., please send me a direct message at brian@brianbiery with your request.

Thank you all for supporting my work!

Brian.”

P.S. 10% of all sales will be divided between the California Parks Foundation and the National Parks Foundation to help maintain these beautiful places.

Painted Cave, Santa Cruz Island, Channel Islands National Park

Copyright © *2024* *Brian Biery Photography*, All rights reserved.

*https://brianbiery.com*

*https://powerofone.brianbiery.com*

Our mailing address is:

*brian@brianbiery.com*

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As always we are honored to share stories of the hard work our contributors have accomplished and we are thrilled to promote their activities. Please continue to support the members of our creative community as they design meaning within their careers. Thanks to all for their informative and inspiring contributions.

If you are not on the mailing list and would like to receive your own notices of these Updates please contact tony@tonylunacreative.com. Conversely if you would like to be removed from the email list simply email tony@tonylunacreative.com and write "Unsubscribe" in the subject line.

Keep sending in your informative and motivating emails. I may have to edit them in the interest of space but I will do my best to keep their integrity. Emails and notices are usually posted in the order they are received. Tony Luna Creative-Updates are produced approximately once a month so please provide enough lead time when submitting emails so they can be posted in a timely fashion.

Remember to keep sending us news of your wonderful art, design, and careers, and—as always—stay in touch!

Best.

Tony

Tony Luna Creative

A Creative Consultancy

819 North Bel Aire Drive

Burbank, CA 91501

Home office: 818-515-4103

Email: tony@tonylunacreative.com

http://www.tonylunacreative.com

http://www.tonylunacreative.com/blog

Adjunct Professor, Senior Faculty: Art Center College of Design

Author: "How to Grow as a Photographer: Reinventing Your Career" Allworth Press and

"Mastering the Business of Photography: What the Pros Do When They Are Not Taking Incredible Photos" Skyhorse/Allworth Press

Providing support, inspiration and networking for mid-career creative professionals

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Tony Luna Creative- Update 8-14-2024- In Memoriam

I have to let you know the sad news that my lovely wife Paula passed away last Thursday morning. The last month was very hard for her due to the challenges of her Alzheimer’s and complicated by dehydration, and a previously unknown heart condition. We were fortunate to have compassionate assistance from Hospice nurses, and a twenty-four hour a day care giving service. We thought it best to take care of her at home and that was a blessing to have her in familiar surroundings. She died in my arms at 9:42 Thursday morning in a dignified way and surrounded by love.

We are asking that in lieu of flowers Paula wished that any donations go to either Alzheimer’s research, or to Camp Ronald McDonald for Good Times for Kids with Cancer (for whom Paula was a volunteer camp counselor for many years).

Mendy, our daughter, and I have formed the “DO WHAT YOU LOVE TO DO - FOR PAULA” team page for the upcoming San Fernando Valley Walk to End Alzheimer’s to honor our Paula, and to be part of an Alzheimer’s Fundraiser Walk. If you wish you may make a donation, or you may sign up to join us in a walk to raise funds to further Alzheimer’s research.  The walk will be held on Sunday, October 20 at L. A. Pierce College in the San Fernando Valley.

For information click on a link to “Donate to the Team”, or to “Join our Team.”

https://act.alz.org/site/TR;jsessionid=00000000.app20108b?team_id=901783&fr_id=17458&pg=team&NONCE_TOKEN=8647EE4B08977FB340E4D24C8F2A17BA 

We will have a celebration of her life later in the year at our Memorial Bench in Pacific Grove on the Monterey Peninsula.

We are deeply indebted to you for the love you have all given her throughout the years. Below are some photos of our Paula at various SchmoozeFests! and lectures. She continues to be an inspiration and, as you can see, she was always supportive of the talented members of the Tony Luna Creative community.

Blessings to all of you.

Tony Luna and Mendy Cruse

Tony Luna Creative- Update- 6-2-2024

>>>  Creative Career Transition reports and inspirational notes have been sent into Tony Luna Creative for posting by people we have had the honor to work with, and creative soul mates who support those who are pursuing their dreams. Those reports, and other important information about career development, comprise these updates.

Today we highlight the work of two outstanding alumni of Tony’s classes, Laura Elliott (2013), and Justin Bastian (2006).

You can find out more about career reinvention classes, workshops, lectures, or private consultation given (in-person or online) by Tony Luna by going to

http://tonylunacreative.com or by emailing him directly at tony@tonylunacreative.com.

Thanks to the Friends of TLC who keep creating exciting and meaningful careers and you are encouraged to let us know about your accomplishments so you can inspire others to follow their own creative passions through this blog! <<<

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Look what you missed…

Look at those smiling faces. Those are the smiles of the attendees of our May 2024 ZOOM SchmoozeFest!

We had a wonderful evening of storytelling, sharing artwork, with a big dose of inspiration from some very talented artist/designers. Attendees were from New Jersey, Sacramento, Santa Rosa, and local folks as well. You too can be a part of our next night of creativity and fun September 5, from 6:30 to 9:30 via ZOOM.

Put the date on your calendars and join in the fun!

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- Laura Elliott- Bestselling Ghostwriter

“Dear Tony,  “…YES! There is much to share, Tony:) All great stuff. I was hired to adapt a book called Beyond The Rivers of Babylon into a screenplay. It's the true story of a Jewish boy coming of age during WWII. when The Farhud, a violent progrom of violence against the Jews, forces him to smuggle aboard a riverboat with other kids who risk their lives sailing to freedom in Iran. 

It took us two years to write the screenplay and we had no idea how timely the story would be when we entered the festival season last year for 2024. Most people have never heard of the Holocaust in Iraq.  

This year, the screenplay has won 6 awards so far and a table read short movie has been created from the first 14 pages of the screenplay. I'm so honored to be a part of sharing Joseph's amazing story and hope that this recognition will help land it into the hands of a great production house. I've attached the one sheet for the screenplay and a graphic with the awards listed. If you would like to learn more, you can check out

https://astounding-producer-6585.ck.page/fff5350942

where you can watch the 14-minute movie, hear about how Joseph and I collaborated on a podcast interview we did after winning the International Drama Film Festival, and also read an interview I did with the Prague International Film Festival where the screenplay placed as a Finalist…

…Lots of other projects in the hopper too!

…Always a joy to see your name in my inbox, Tony! Would be wonderful to catch up. Thank you so much for all the inspiration and for your dedication to helping all of us to encourage each other.

Have a wonderful evening,

~Laura

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Laura Elliott | Bestselling Ghostwriter | 831-521-8933

Telling stories that bring joy, understanding, and healing to the world

"It's the fact that nothing lasts that's the reason that everything matters."

–– Pico Iyer

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Justin on location at the san diego zoo

- Justin Bastien- Photographer, Director

Behind the scenes from a recent shoot for the San Diego Zoo: What an incredible experience it was getting up close with these beautiful animals in the Safari Park. A big thank you to all the great folks who helped us along the way, from the wildlife care specialists working with the animals to the agency and production team. Everyone did a wonderful job bringing this challenging project together. Agency: David & Goliath

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A screenshot taken from LinkedIn

From LinkedIn-

FRANCESCA GALESI • 2nd Director of Photography, AtEdgeDirector of Photography

BRAVO to award-winning director Justin Bastien x David&Goliath whose new San Diego Zoo Safari Park campaign titled  “See Conservation From a New Perspective” brings us eye to eye with the wild highlighting the park's incredible safari experience.

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From Justin’s LinkedIn “About”-

Justin is an award-winning director, photographer, and DP. His credits include National Geographic's Emmy-winning short film Free Solo 360, as well as Clio and international awards for his advertising work and photography.

Justin’s wanderlust and experience as a climber, surfer, and traveler continue to inform his work, as does his desire to learn, explore, and tell unforgettable stories from every corner of the world. An adventure enthusiast, Justin does it all, shooting in a wide variety of environments from mountain summits to ocean depths.

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As always we are honored to share stories of the hard work our contributors have accomplished and we are thrilled to promote their activities. Please continue to support the members of our creative community as they design meaning within their careers. Thanks to all for their informative and inspiring contributions.

If you are not on the mailing list and would like to receive your own notices of these Updates please contact tony@tonylunacreative.com. Conversely if you would like to be removed from the email list simply email tony@tonylunacreative.com and write "Unsubscribe" in the subject line.

Keep sending in your informative and motivating emails. I may have to edit them in the interest of space but I will do my best to keep their integrity. Emails and notices are usually posted in the order they are received. Tony Luna Creative-Updates are produced approximately once a month so please provide enough lead time when submitting emails so they can be posted in a timely fashion.

Remember to keep sending us news of your wonderful art, design, and careers, and—as always—stay in touch!

Best.

Tony

Tony Luna Creative

A Creative Consultancy

819 North Bel Aire Drive

Burbank, CA 91501

Home office: 818-515-4103

Email: tony@tonylunacreative.com

http://www.tonylunacreative.com

http://www.tonylunacreative.com/blog

Adjunct Professor, Senior Faculty: Art Center College of Design

Author: "How to Grow as a Photographer: Reinventing Your Career" Allworth Press and

"Mastering the Business of Photography: What the Pros Do When They Are Not Taking Incredible Photos" Skyhorse/Allworth Press

Providing support, inspiration and networking for mid-career creative professionals

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Tony Luna Creative-Update- 4-29-2024

>>>  Creative Career Transition reports and inspirational notes have been sent into Tony Luna Creative for posting by people we have had the honor to work with, and creative soul mates who support those who are pursuing their dreams. Those reports, and other important information about career development, comprise these updates.

You can find out more about career reinvention classes, workshops, lectures, or private consultation given (in-person or online) by Tony Luna by going to

http://tonylunacreative.com or emailing Tony directly at tony@tonylunacreative.com.

Thanks to the Friends of TLC who keep creating exciting and meaningful careers and you are encouraged to let us know about your accomplishments so you can inspire others to follow their own creative passions through this blog! <<<

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It’s that time again!

You are invited to our Summer Zoom SchmoozeFest! It is scheduled for Thursday, May 9 from 6:30 to 9:30.

So start pulling together any artwork you would like to share with the members of our creative community, or practicing your pitch, or just get ready to share any stories about living the creative life. We would love to have you join us online for an evening of inspiration and support. Just click on the URL and you will be able to join in the fun

Time: May 9, 2024 06:30 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)

Join Zoom Meeting

https://artcenter.zoom.us/j/4615644020?pwd=RDZBcjEraGhJMnFmNmlxRy94U3pCUT09&omn=96682735186

Meeting ID: 461 564 4020

Passcode: 0008856

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- Diana Mulvihill, Lifestyle Photographer

“Hi tony- …Here is a write-up… It’s about the (Microsoft) campaign in the context of ‘my journey’, as they say:

This was a really nice campaign for Microsoft's Back to School that I shot in Los Angeles. It’s been over a decade since I graduated from Art Center, and I feel like I’m in a really great place in my career: I’ve photographed enough big campaigns to be practiced, and that translates to a confidence and calm on set that is passed on to the crew and client. Shoot days are creative, cooperative, and fun for all involved, which I am happy about being a part of in an industry that can feel rushed and sometimes stressful.

At this point, a lot of campaigns live mostly digitally, and I think that this is the case with this one. We captured images of students working with various brands of laptops and tablets to highlight Microsoft’s various learning platforms and software.”

diana

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Diana Mulvihill is a lifestyle photographer who calls the sunny (+ sometimes foggy) shores of California home. Her ability to capture human connection, emotion + vibrancy has led her to shoot for a wide range of advertising clients. Her individual shooting style feels alive + meaningful, her background as a documentary photographer informing her work. Her energy on set encourages collaboration, yielding results that feel honest + genuine. She graduated with distinction from Art Center College of Design.

CLIENTS INCLUDE:

BBDO, Blue Shield, Bon Appetit, Box, Breast Cancer Fund, Cal Tech, Calm, Citibank, Clorox, CNN, Cosmo, Costco, Epicurious, Eventbrite, Family Circle, Fiji Water, Gilead Sciences, Google, Havas Worldwide, JWT New York, The Guardian UK, The Los Angeles Times, Mattel, Microsoft, The New York Times, Operation Smile International, Pine Sol, Pinterest, Safeway/Albertsons, Salesforce, Schick Intuition, Sunset Magazine, Sutter Health, Tylenol, Virgin America

CONTACT:

diana@dianamulvihill.com

626.319.2129

Represented by Beaucoup Reps

m@beaucoupreps.com

310.882.1185

WOMAN + MINORITY OWNED:

Diana Mulvihill LLC is a certified woman + minority owned business, hurrah!

Diana Mulvihill (C) 2024

Diana Mulvihill (C) 2024

Diana Mulvihill (C) 2024

Diana Mulvihill (C) 2024

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- Mark Sarkisian, Entrepreneur, Revolutionizing the Golf Experience

“Tony- I hope all is well. I have attached a article from Golf Magazine that acknowledged me as an adaptive golf consultant. It’s a great non profit.  I have set a meeting with the Director of Golf for LA County to see if Barrier Golf charity can possibly replicate it here in Southern California.

Thank you for your mentorship, friendship, and guidance. I couldn’t have done it without you.

Best,”

Mark 

From Golf.com, Aug. 2022, article written by Josh Berhow

Why this pioneering golf course is focusing on access just as much as design

“….When unveiled next spring, its design and facilities will make it among the most inviting in the world — a course created predominantly for the adaptive golfer. There will be no bunkers at The Loop, and though all the grass has yet to grow in, there won’t be any rough whenever it does. Carts will be permitted to drive everywhere (even on slopes and greens), while the adjacent facilities are being constructed to accommodate disabled golfers. If anything like this has ever existed in golf, it certainly wasn’t intentional.”

Tanelle Bolt had one thought when she first saw The Loop under construction last summer: Why doesn’t everybody do this?

Bolt, 35, is paralyzed. Eight years ago she suffered a free-jumping accident and burst her T6 vertebra. Before her accident she managed two companies and competed in fitness competitions. Now she’s made it her mission to raise awareness about the lack of equipment and resources available to those with mobility issues — and to help those who are in need of it.

Bolt and Mark Sarkisian, who has polio, were brought in as adaptive design consultants and drove specialty carts around the property to make sure the terrain was workable. The course will buy about eight to 10 of these single-rider golf carts for those who need them. The wheels are wider, offset and have a different tread and weight distribution so they can drive on the greens at no harm to the course.”

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(Editor’s Note) Sorry but this show is over, but the announcement is included to keep our readers up to date on Ellen’s current amazing creative accomplishments.)

- Ellen Friedlander, Fine Art Photographer

We're headed to NYC this weekend!

A big thank you to Lucie Award-winning publisher Craig Alan Huber of Veritas Editions for organizing a group exhibition in NYC this weekend. The event I'm showing in is concurrent with the annual AIPAD (Association of International Photography Art Dealers) photography show at the Park Avenue Armory.

Ellen Freidlander (c) 2024

I will be showing a collection of work from two different series: "The Extended Frame: A Collection of Urban Stories" and "Hope."

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Explore at: ellenfriedlanderphotography.comFeedback

*Love to have my photographs on your walls!ellen@ellenfriedlanderphotography.com

I'd love to have you follow me on my artistic journey.LIV

https://www.instagram.com/emfphoto59/?hl=en

https://www.facebook.com/ellen.m.friedlander

Copyright © 2024 Ellen Friedlander Photography, All rights reserved.

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As always we are honored to share stories of the hard work our contributors have accomplished and we are thrilled to promote their activities. Please continue to support the members of our creative community as they design meaning within their careers. Thanks to all for their informative and inspiring contributions.

If you are not on the mailing list and would like to receive your own notices of these Updates please contact tony@tonylunacreative.com. Conversely if you would like to be removed from the email list simply email tony@tonylunacreative.com and write "Unsubscribe" in the subject line.

Keep sending in your informative and motivating emails. I may have to edit them in the interest of space but I will do my best to keep their integrity. Emails and notices are usually posted in the order they are received. Tony Luna Creative-Updates are produced approximately once a month so please provide enough lead time when submitting emails so they can be posted in a timely fashion.

Remember to keep sending us news of your wonderful art, design, and careers, and—as always—stay in touch!

Best.

Tony

Tony Luna Creative

A Creative Consultancy

819 North Bel Aire Drive

Burbank, CA 91501

Home office: 818-842-5490

Email: tony@tonylunacreative.com

http://www.tonylunacreative.com

http://www.tonylunacreative.com/blog

Adjunct Professor, Senior Faculty: Art Center College of Design

Author: "How to Grow as a Photographer: Reinventing Your Career" Allworth Press and

"Mastering the Business of Photography: What the Pros Do When They Are Not Taking Incredible Photos" Skyhorse/Allworth Press

Providing support, inspiration and networking for mid-career creative professionals

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Tony Luna Creative- Update- 1-8-202

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Big News!

This coming Thursday we are going to have our first IN PERSON + ZOOM SchmoozeFest! since the beginning of the pandemic.

We’d love to see you either in person or online on Thursday, 11 January from 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM (Pacific Time).

If you want to attend the IN PERSON meet-up come to Art Center’s South Campus building, 1111 South Arroyo Parkway, in Pasadena (corner of Arroyo Parkway and Glenarm). We will be gathering on the Third Floor in Room # 320. Parking is available underneath the building.

If you wish to meet with us virtually on your computer, tablet, or smart phone all you have to do is click on the blue URL below.

https://artcenter.zoom.us/j/4615644020?pwd=RDZBcjEraGhJMnFmNmlxRy94U3pCUT09&omn=93235958748

Either way, it’s sure to be a great evening where you may share examples of your latest work, practice your pitch, and be inspired by members of our creative community.

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- The Spring 2024 term begins next week, and among the amazing, life-enhancing classes is “Crafting a Meaningful Career-Part One” (Online - ACX-481) beginning on Tuesday, 16 January, from 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM.

Course Description:

Change is inevitable. Your job changes may be big or small, they may be caused by your or by outside forces, but they all involve some form of introspection on what you want out of your life and consideration of the impact your decision will have on the lives of those you care about the most. Crafting a Meaningful Career is a unique course that offers its participants the opportunity to examine the pros and cons of past employment, deep dive into what motivates each member, evaluate individual risk tolerance, and how to create a plan to confidently move on to the next level. It’s about defining one’s unique purpose and how to make it a reality, not about filling in someone’s place on an HR manning table.

Here are some quotes from past members of our class, and current members of our creative community:

"...this class offered lessons designed to get in touch with where your passion lies..."

"...helped me to redefine my goals and determine the steps to get there..."

"...confirmed my decision to make this important change in my career..."

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ACX is pleased to offer 50% off all Spring courses. We’ve handpicked courses perfect for your continued professional development as a visual communicator or entrepreneur..

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-Brian Biery- Photographer

Brian Biery (c) 2024

“Dear Family and Friends,

My thanks to everyone who have submitted orders for the 2024 National/State Park calendars and holiday greeting cards!  

Brian Biery (c) 2024

…Thank you so much for your support of my work over the years!  By purchasing a calendar or framed photograph, you have enabled me to continue to capture incredible landscapes in our public parklands throughout the year with my camera.  And, hopefully, to have inspired visitors to respect and care for our parks.

With this in mind, I hope to see you next weekend at one of these wonderful events!

With great appreciation,”

Brian

Brian Biery (c) 2024

Brian Biery Photography

www.brianbiery.com

powerofone.brianbiery.com

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- Mark Alberhasky- Photographer

(Editors Note: On November 11, Mark was) “…the guest speaker for the Booth Photographic Guild in Cartersville, GA. Sponsored by the Booth Museum, one of a handful of Smithsonian Museum affiliates in the United States, I can assure you their collection of Western Art is like nothing you’ve ever experienced. I've spoken to the photography guild several times in the past and am honored to present in the Bergman Theater…”

Subject/Title of Talk:

Keys to Powerful Photographs

Description of Talk: Photographers are technical creatives.

Our primary tool(s) demand it. It was so with film and it’s even more so with digital photography. While anyone can be taught the pedantic mechanics of a camera, a small subset of photographers make powerful photographs by doing something differently, less technical, and more emotional. Their work grabs us, holds our attention, and speaks to us on a subliminal level. It’s taken me several decades to sift through the lure of technical mastery and understand to look, listen with my heart, and interpret the world true to my vision. These keys to powerful photographs are what I hope to impart. 

Mark Alberhasky

Company:IMAGEMA.com

Website: www.IMAGEMA.com

Email: mark@imagema.com

Phone: 470-733-6330

Mark Alberhasky (c) 2024

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As always we are honored to share stories of the hard work our contributors have accomplished and we are thrilled to promote their activities. Please continue to support the members of our creative community as they design meaning within their careers. Thanks to all for their informative and inspiring contributions.

If you are not on the mailing list and would like to receive your own notices of these Updates please contact tony@tonylunacreative.com. Conversely if you would like to be removed from the email list simply email tony@tonylunacreative.com and write "Unsubscribe" in the subject line.

Keep sending in your informative and motivating emails. I may have to edit them in the interest of space but I will do my best to keep their integrity. Emails and notices are usually posted in the order they are received. Tony Luna Creative-Updates are produced approximately once a month so please provide enough lead time when submitting emails so they can be posted in a timely fashion.

Remember to keep sending us news of your wonderful art, design, and careers, and—as always—stay in touch!

Best.

Tony

Tony Luna Creative

A Creative Consultancy

819 North Bel Aire Drive

Burbank, CA 91501

Home office: 818-842-5490

Email: tony@tonylunacreative.com

http://www.tonylunacreative.com

http://www.tonylunacreative.com/blog

Adjunct Professor, Senior Faculty: Art Center College of Design

Author: "How to Grow as a Photographer: Reinventing Your Career" Allworth Press and

"Mastering the Business of Photography: What the Pros Do When They Are Not Taking Incredible Photos" Skyhorse/Allworth Press

Providing support, inspiration and networking for mid-career creative professionals

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Tony Luna Creative- Update- 10-5-2023

>>>  Creative Career Transition reports and inspirational notes have been sent into Tony Luna Creative for posting by people we have had the honor to work with, and creative soul mates who support those who are pursuing their dreams. Those reports, and other important information about career development, comprise these updates.

Thanks to the Friends of TLC who keep creating exciting and meaningful careers and you are encouraged to let us know about your accomplishments so you can inspire others to follow their own creative passions through this (almost) monthly blog! <<<

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- JIGISHA PATEL BOUVERAT- Chief Creative Officer, RISE Creative Studios

“Becoming a part of Rise Creative Studios as the Chief Creative Officer feels like the perfect endgame in my career. I am absolutely thrilled to lead and shape the creative content and production services at RISE.

My foremost goal is to infuse our work with INCLUSION, integrity and impactful storytelling - that will resonate and leave a lasting mark. The mission has always been to WIDEN THE GAZE!

My co-founders are truly the dream team - they are my permanent girl crushes:

Katherine Abboud ☀️ CEO

Brandessa Hale 🩷 CPO

KC Adornetto 🙌🏼 CFO

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Check our services section on risecreativestudios.com to see how we can work together. Let's Rise Together!”

Rise Creative Studios

Content with Intent. Women-owned creative studio, offering comprehensive services for branded and original content.

Advertising Services

Los Angeles

About

Content with Intent. We are a women-owned creative studio, offering full service production for branded and original content. We assist clients in their authenticity and intentionality by providing services that enable storytelling through an inclusive gaze. We’ve witnessed the magic that happens when teams unite to support inclusion. Cooperation drives our operations, from client partnerships to artist engagement and resource utilization. Together, we can reshape the art and commerce industry. WIDEN THE GAZE

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TONY DI ZINNO- Teacher, Explorer, Visual Storyteller

Photo by Ken Merfeld (c) 2023

“Mr. Luna, Hey Tony! I've only just recently returned from trekking with a small cohort of five mates in the spectacular Dolomites in the Italian Alps where on the last day of our trip we got to try (for the first time in my life) the via Ferrata style of climbing! The purpose of the trip was to test our idea as a working prototype for a new business model of mine: THE MASTERCLASS PHOTO DESTINATION

This is the perfect overlap of my three vocations:

+TEACHING

+EXPLORING

+VISUAL STORYTELLING

The BIG idea now is to offer these photo safaris to everyone for Spring / Fall of 2023 as adventure destinations to the far corners of the world *(Patagonia, Namibia, New Zealand, Greenland, etc.,). This wonderful overlap of passions and profession is the result of my long term personal project around the Japanese idea of 'ikegai', or perhaps better known as my reason for being!

Any and all interested parties feel free to DM me at my INSTA:

https://www.instagram.com/dizinno/

Thank you kind sir!”

TDZ

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- SHIRIN RABAN- Cine-Ethnographer I Brand Designer I Educator

“Hi Everybody, I am very excited to announce that my film, "Between the Shells", will screen at Temple Israel of Great Neck in New York on Sunday October 15th at 6 pm. It is my privilege and honor that the late Jalil Harooni, master seashell artist allowed me to tell the story of his art and life. Thank you Harooni family for opening your home and your hearts and sharing your story. Thank you Sephardic Heritage Alliance and Temple Israel of Great Neck for making this event happen.

This is a free event and I am very much looking forward to seeing those of you who are in the New York area at the time!

Shirin Raban

Visual Anthropology MVA | Graphic Design BA

Cine-Ethnographer | Brand Designer | Educator

Lecturer at California State University Northridge

Instructor at UCLA Extension

shirin.raban@icloud.com

shirinraban.com

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- LAURA ELLIOTT- Author, Ghostwriter

https://www.laurasmagicday.com/discovery/#more

Create a Clear Vision

Learn how I transformed my own writing business. The key is getting intentional. I’ll introduce you to the resources I used to grow my  business from nothing to nearly six figures.

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If you're reading this edition of Laura's Magic Monthly, it means you’ve been taking big and small steps to make your writing and/or career dreams a reality. And on the way you’ve needed to “do the thing that was scary.” You are brave and I am proud of you.

EVERY step matters.

Making progress and having the courage to continue each day will help you feel confident and in control no matter what your goal. You have to keep moving.

Inertia causes fear to gain a foothold and can look like this ––

❗️I don’t know if I can write this (YOU CAN)

❗️I don’t know if I should write this (YOU SHOULD AND THEN DECIDE HOW YOU FEEL)

❗️Isn’t there someone else more qualified to write this? (THERE’S NO ONE LIKE YOU)

Thoughts like these just mean you're coming into your purpose. Doubts are actually a good sign. Knowing how to address those doubts is an important process of writing.

https://www.laurasmagicday.com/discovery/

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As always we are honored to share stories of the hard work our contributors have accomplished and we are thrilled to promote their activities. Please continue to support the members of our creative community as they design meaning within their careers. Thanks to all for their informative and inspiring contributions.

If you are not on the mailing list and would like to receive your own notices of these Updates please contact tony@tonylunacreative.com. Conversely if you would like to be removed from the email list simply email tony@tonylunacreative.com and write "Unsubscribe" in the subject line.

Keep sending in your informative and motivating emails. I may have to edit them in the interest of space but I will do my best to keep their integrity. Emails and notices are usually posted in the order they are received. Tony Luna Creative-Updates are produced approximately once a month so please provide enough lead time when submitting emails so they can be posted in a timely fashion.

Remember to keep sending us news of your wonderful art, design, and careers, and—as always—stay in touch!

Best.

Tony

Tony Luna Creative

A Creative Consultancy

819 North Bel Aire Drive

Burbank, CA 91501

Home office: 818-842-5490

Email: tony@tonylunacreative.com

http://www.tonylunacreative.com

http://www.tonylunacreative.com/blog

Adjunct Professor, Senior Faculty: Art Center College of Design

Author: "How to Grow as a Photographer: Reinventing Your Career" Allworth Press and

"Mastering the Business of Photography: What the Pros Do When They Are Not Taking Incredible Photos" Skyhorse/Allworth Press

Providing support, inspiration and networking for mid-career creative professionals

Tony Luna Creative- Update- 9-1-202

This blog is dedicated to celebrating the achievements of the members of our creative community.

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MARK YOUR CALENDARS!

Next Thursday, September 7, we will host our Fall Zoom SchmoozeFest from 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM (Pacific Time) on Zoom.

All are invited to spend an evening of good conversation and inspiration with our creative community.

You may share you latest passion project, practice your pitch, or join in to absorb the energy, from anywhere in the world on your favorite device!

We look forward to seeing, and hearing from you as we Schmooze to our hearts content!

Join Zoom Meeting

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Meeting ID: 461 564 4020

Passcode: 0008856

One tap mobile

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Art Center Extension

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- Registration is open for the Art Center Extension, Fall term. The term begins September 11 with an amazing array of classes that can help you take your career to a new level.

Most of the classes are online, some are in person, and all will enhance your career goals.

To learn about the Course Descriptions and find the classes that could change your life click on https://www.artcenter.edu/acn/coursedescriptions.jsp

Then follow up by contacting Art Center Extension, 626-396-2319 and talk to one of the informative counselors for guidance and registration.

The general link to ACX is https://www.artcenter.edu/acx/

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Justin Bastien, Director, Photographer-

From Linkedin

Justin writes:

“Behind the scenes from our Chevy Colorado ‘Big Life’ commercial for the launch of Major League Baseball season. It’s incredible to see what goes in to making a big commercial. It may seem like a lot of people on set, but every single person is critical to the success of the shoot. Thanks to the whole crew for crushing it on this one and going the extra mile in the rain and mud day after day to make it happen.”

#chevy #colorado #bts

Justin Bastien takes us on a road trip with his broadcast Chevy “Big Life” campaign. Shot over 5 days, with a crew of over 100, over 12 locations, large builds, and extensive running footage, the schedule for this sunny summer spot coincided with California's largest rain storm in decades, adding a level of challenge Justin hadn’t encountered before. His team pivoted to a highly flexible approach, making adjustments quickly and efficiently to solve a myriad of problems along the way and bring the "summer" to the Big Life Chevy Colorado story. Bet you can’t tell. Full of life and heartwarming moments, this successful campaign goes the distance!

from linkedin

Client: @chevrolet

Agency:@commonwealthmccann/

Creative Team: Duffy Patten, Jack Crifasi, Kathy Speck

Production Company: @muttfilm

Director: @justinbastien

DoP: Danny Moder

#gobigorgohome #chevytrucks #automotive #adventure #yolo #advertising #love #thebest #caradvertising #nailedit #sogood #instagood #chevycolorado

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- Amy Gaskin, Documentarian/Photojournalist

“Hello friends and family, Honored to be included in this group :

https://apanational.org/awards/entry/announcing-the-2023-apa-awards-winners

Cheers,”

Amy

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photo from linkedin

- Jennifer Julian- Entertainment & Media Producer / Talent Development / Writer / Creative Catalyst

“Absolutely thrilled to announce my writing partner, Gary Sherwood, and I have won the 2023 Creative World Award for Best Action Adventure for our feature script FREE HUNTER! Based on a true story, FH is a riveting, nail-biting tale about the first and greatest female fighter pilot in history. I am so proud of our hard work on it and this accolade recognizing powerful stories of remarkable women in herstory. Thank you CWA!”

#work #creative #freehunterthefilm #writing #thankyou #letsfly #noAIusedinthewritingofthisscript #freehunterthefilm

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As always we are honored to share stories of the hard work our contributors have accomplished and we are thrilled to promote their activities. Please continue to support the members of our creative community as they design meaning within their careers. Thanks to all for their informative and inspiring contributions.

If you are not on the mailing list and would like to receive your own notices of these Updates please contact tony@tonylunacreative.com. Conversely if you would like to be removed from the email list simply email tony@tonylunacreative.com and write "Unsubscribe" in the subject line.

Keep sending in your informative and motivating emails. I may have to edit them in the interest of space but I will do my best to keep their integrity. Emails and notices are usually posted in the order they are received. Tony Luna Creative-Updates are produced approximately once a month so please provide enough lead time when submitting emails so they can be posted in a timely fashion.

Remember to keep sending us news of your wonderful art, design, and careers, and—as always—stay in touch!

Best.

Tony

Tony Luna Creative

A Creative Consultancy

819 North Bel Aire Drive

Burbank, CA 91501

Home office: 818-842-5490

Email: tony@tonylunacreative.com

http://www.tonylunacreative.com

http://www.tonylunacreative.com/blog

Adjunct Professor, Senior Faculty: Art Center College of Design

Author: "How to Grow as a Photographer: Reinventing Your Career" Allworth Press and

"Mastering the Business of Photography: What the Pros Do When They Are Not Taking Incredible Photos" Skyhorse/Allworth Press

Providing support, inspiration and networking for mid-career creative professionals

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Tony Luna Creative- Update- 5-4-2023 (May the 4's be with you.)

Attention Friends of Tony Luna Creative!

Our next Zoom SchmoozeFest! is in one week, on Thursday, May 11 from 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM (Pacific Time).

What’s a TLC Zoom SchmoozeFest! you ask? Well it’s a chance to meet some wonderfully talented people and listen to them tell us about their latest creative involvements, and you can share what you have been up to as well. These Zoom SchmoozeFests! are held three times a year (on the Thursday evening before each Art Center College of Design trimester) and, besides networking, it’s a great chance to practice your pitch, show your deck, and to become inspired by experiencing examples of great art and design.

Just click on the URL below and you can log in ANYWHERE IN THE WORLD! And EVERYONE IS WELCOME, you don’t have to be associated with the Art Center community. So put the date/time down on your calendar and be a part of something different, uplifting, and a lot of fun.

https://artcenter.zoom.us/j/4615644020?pwd=RDZBcjEraGhJMnFmNmlxRy94U3pCUT09

Meeting ID: 461 564 4020 ; Passcode: 0008856

One tap mobile

+16694449171,,4615644020# US

+16699006833,,4615644020# US (San Jose)

Here’s a screen shot of the participants during our last Zoom SchmoozeFest! in January. Thanks for joining in and we look forward to seeing you again.

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- Registration is open for the Art Center Extension, Summer term. The term begins May 15 with an amazing array of classes that can help you take your career to a new level.

Most of the classes are online, some are in person, and all will enhance your career goals.

To learn about the Course Descriptions and find the classes that could change your life click on https://www.artcenter.edu/acn/coursedescriptions.jsp

Then follow up by contacting Art Center Extension, 626-396-2319 and talk to one of the informative counselors for guidance and registration.

The general link to ACX is https://www.artcenter.edu/acx/

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Crafting a Meaningful Career- Part One- Discovering the Dream- ACX-481-01

Are you on the right career path? If you are asking yourself that question we encourage you to enroll in our “Crafting a Meaningful Career” class.

It is a truly unique class for those eager to put meaning back into their career. And in order for you to do that you need a clear direction, a sense of purpose, and a plan, together with the support and inspiration of others who have taken “Crafting a Meaningful Career.” When you take our class you don’t just attend for the fourteen weeks and it’s over, rather you become a member of a creative community available to help you stay focused and ready to grow.

Remember, when thinking about how to reinvent your career, life is too short to toil in quiet desperation.

If you have any questions and learn more about the course contact the instructor directly by emailing, tony@tonylunacreative.com.

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- Shannon Smith- Photographer

(Editor’s note: Congratulations Shannon! We are extremely proud of you and we know you will make a great addition to the University of Arkansas MFA program in photography!

Hey Tony,

Just wanted to share the good news that I’ve decided to pursue my MFA at the University of Arkansas!

It was a tough decision, but I think I made the right one for me. I really connected with the faculty and students I met when I visited and am excited to work with them.

Their program offers everything I’ve been looking for, plus they are offering me tuition remission and a paid position as a Teaching Assistant.

I just wanted to say thank you again for all of your support and encouragement throughout this process. You are amazing!!! I’m not sure I would have been able to figure this out without your Crafting A Meaningful Career class!

Hope all is well.

Take care,

Shannon

___________________

Shannon P. Smith

smiths42@me.com

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- Ellen Friedlander, Fine Art Photographer-

Ellen writes, “Barcelona here I come…”

19th POLLUX AWARDS PROFESSIONAL SECTION 

HONORABLE MENTION: 
PORTRAIT THROUGH WILD LIFE

Juried by Stephen Perloff and Julio Hirsch-Hardy 

The exhibition will be open in December 2023, at the FotoNostrum Gallery in Barcelona

I'd love to have you follow me on my artistic journey.

Instagram- @emfphoto59

LinkedIn- EllenFriedlanderPhotography.com

Facebook- Ellen M Friedlander

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As always we are honored to share stories of the hard work our contributors have accomplished and we are thrilled to promote their activities. Please continue to support the members of our creative community as they design meaning within their careers. Thanks to all for their informative and inspiring contributions.

If you are not on the mailing list and would like to receive your own notices of these Updates please contact tony@tonylunacreative.com. Conversely if you would like to be removed from the email list simply email tony@tonylunacreative.com and write "Unsubscribe" in the subject line.

Keep sending in your informative and motivating emails. I may have to edit them in the interest of space but I will do my best to keep their integrity. Emails and notices are usually posted in the order they are received. Tony Luna Creative-Updates are produced approximately once a month so please provide enough lead time when submitting emails so they can be posted in a timely fashion.

Remember continue forwarding us news of your wonderful art, design, and careers, and—as always—stay in touch!

Best.

Tony

Tony Luna Creative

A Creative Consultancy

819 North Bel Aire Drive

Burbank, CA 91501

Home office: 818-842-5490

Email: tony@tonylunacreative.com

http://www.tonylunacreative.com

http://www.tonylunacreative.com/blog

Adjunct Professor, Senior Faculty: Art Center College of Design

Author: "How to Grow as a Photographer: Reinventing Your Career" Allworth Press and

"Mastering the Business of Photography: What the Pros Do When They Are Not Taking Incredible Photos" Skyhorse/Allworth Press

Providing support, inspiration and networking for mid-career creative professionals

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Tony Luna Creative- Update- 3-5-2023

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>>>  Creative Career Transition reports and inspirational notes have been sent into Tony Luna Creative for posting by people we have had the honor to work with, and creative soul mates who support those who are pursuing their dreams. Those reports, and other important information about career development, comprise these approximately monthly updates.

You can find out more about career reinvention classes, workshops, lectures, or private consultation given (in-person or online) by Tony Luna by going to

http://tonylunacreative.com or emailing Tony directly at tony@tonylunacreative.com.

Thanks to the Friends of TLC who keep creating exciting and meaningful careers and you are encouraged to let us know about your accomplishments so you can inspire others to follow their own creative passions through this (almost) monthly blog! <<<

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…AND HERE ARE THE REST OF THE STORIES…

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- Shirin Raban- Designer, Cine-Ethnographer, Educator, Director, and CMC alum-

“I am humbled and honored to be selected by the Iranian Jewish Women’s Organization as one of the four honorees this coming Nowruz, March 5th at 11 am at a gala celebration. I love to see you there. If you would like to join the celebration please see the information below.

With Much Love,”

Shirin

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- Ethan Hill, Director- Ethan writes us an update on the movie he has directed.

TATTOO MIKE: The Story of the Illustrated Man,

the documentary film about the visual artist, and iconic Coney Island Sideshow performer, Michael Wilson, is running a new KICKSTARTER!

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1124828703/tattoo-mike-the-story-of-the-illustrated-man?ref=project_build

“It’s going by so quickly!  We’re already into the 2nd half of the calendar for the KICKSTARTER campaign for TATTOO MIKE.  I wanted to say thank you to everyone who has made a financial contribution, reached out online to say hello, or simply had a curiosity in Michael Wilson’s story and are taking the time to follow this project on social media. I also wanted to specifically say thank you to all of you who helped plug the campaign to your friends and your social network. Your efforts are tangible and a growth in interest is noticeable. We have just over 10 days to go and we’re already dangerously close to hitting the planned target, and may even be in a position to stretch before this ends. This is a direct result of of your efforts to spread the word.  Please keep taking the @tattoomikefilm Instagram posts and sharing them to your Stories, and @tattoomikefilm Tweets and reTweeting.  You know who you are. I know who you are. And this will finish because of you! Thanks a ton.”

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1124828703/tattoo-mike-the-story-of-the-illustrated-man?ref=project_build

Ethan Hill, Director, second from left.

“If you can make a contribution that would be amazing, but what is critical is sharing this project with friends and colleagues so this film has a chance to move forward. The KICKSTARTER button below will take you straight to the campaign page. Interesting content is planned over the next few weeks coming straight to your mail box and the REWARD offerings are quite good! 

THANK YOU for checking this out!”

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1124828703/tattoo-mike-the-story-of-the-illustrated-man?ref=project_build

Your pal,

Ethan Hill - The Director

hill.ethan@gmail.com

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Ellen Friedlander, Fine Art Photographer- Ellen has three (count them) announcements in our blog.

Please join me for LA PHOTOSCAPE

at CMay Gallery

Exhibition Dates, February 25 - April 1

Address: 5928 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90036

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… Further, Ellen informs us about her work being featured by Amanda Smith Gallery:

“I started playing with my pinhole lens back in November. I had no idea that I would fall in love with the dreamy quality and the unique collaboration that the long exposures create with the subject and myself. While I was in Hong Kong, I noticed the Amanda Smith Gallery had a call for ‘Portraits’ juried by Elizabeth Flinsch. I sent in 5 of my pinhole portraits. Last week, I learned that I not only made the exhibition but the Fine Art Limited Edition Exhibition Book! I am truly grateful for the positive feedback towards my new passion.

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…And still further Ellen invites us to book an appointment for a portrait:

“I am currently booking appointments for Pinhole Portrait Session in March and April.”

Schedule your Pinhole Portrait by clicking here, https://www.ellenfriedlanderphotography.com/contact-1

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Employment opportunities found on LinkedIn:

- The Walt Disney Company- Associate Creative Director, Burbank (Hybrid); https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/3465993403/?trackingId=a0idR%2B3yQzu%2FUlMIChLQmA%3D%3D&refId=z%2BiUpCp3RR6YlYXcSazG8w%3D%3D&midToken=AQHuh7nUhcah0g&midSig=3AD9Q7ARQTDGE1&trk=eml-jobs_jymbii_digest-job_card-0-jobcard_body&trkEmail=eml-jobs_jymbii_digest-job_card-0-jobcard_body-null-cecsx~lena6153~7g-null-null&eid=cecsx-lena6153-7g

- Apple- Senior Creative, Apple TV; https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/3460385956/?trackingId=3EqMoq1bRwOuQQYWwKl1sg%3D%3D&refId=zrDg5PytS5mmN5YJAfmZqQ%3D%3D&midToken=AQHuh7nUhcah0g&midSig=3AD9Q7ARQTDGE1&trk=eml-jobs_jymbii_digest-job_card-0-jobcard_body&trkEmail=eml-jobs_jymbii_digest-job_card-0-jobcard_body-null-cecsx~lena6153~7g-null-null&eid=cecsx-lena6153-7g

- University of Southern California- Professor of Cinematic Arts and Cinematography, Division of Film and Television Production, Los Angeles (On Site)- Mid-Senior Level; https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/3415067376/?trackingId=acqTfLFCTTagXl%2BcnOwKfA%3D%3D&refId=bb%2FA58v6TmmpsaQMQOhirw%3D%3D&midToken=AQHuh7nUhcah0g&midSig=3AD9Q7ARQTDGE1&trk=eml-jobs_jymbii_digest-job_card-0-jobcard_body&trkEmail=eml-jobs_jymbii_digest-job_card-0-jobcard_body-null-cecsx~lena6153~7g-null-null&eid=cecsx-lena6153-7g

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As always we are honored to share stories of the hard work our contributors have accomplished and we are thrilled to promote their activities. Please continue to support the members of our creative community as they design meaning within their careers. Thanks to all for their informative and inspiring contributions.

If you are not on the mailing list and would like to receive your own notices of these Updates please contact tony@tonylunacreative.com. Conversely if you would like to be removed from the email list simply email tony@tonylunacreative.com and write "Unsubscribe" in the subject line.

Keep sending in your informative and motivating emails. I may have to edit them in the interest of space but I will do my best to keep their integrity. Emails and notices are usually posted in the order they are received. Tony Luna Creative-Updates are produced approximately once a month so please provide enough lead time when submitting emails so they can be posted in a timely fashion.

Remember to keep sending us news of your wonderful art, design, and careers, and—as always—stay in touch!

Best.

Tony

Tony Luna Creative

A Creative Consultancy

819 North Bel Aire Drive

Burbank, CA 91501

Home office: 818-842-5490

Email: tony@tonylunacreative.com

http://www.tonylunacreative.com

http://www.tonylunacreative.com/blog

Adjunct Professor, Senior Faculty: Art Center College of Design

Author: "How to Grow as a Photographer: Reinventing Your Career" Allworth Press and

"Mastering the Business of Photography: What the Pros Do When They Are Not Taking Incredible Photos" Skyhorse/Allworth Press

Providing support, inspiration and networking for mid-career creative professionals

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Tony Luna Creative- Update- 1-5-2023

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>>>  Creative Career Transition reports and inspirational notes have been sent into Tony Luna Creative for posting by people we have had the honor to work with, and creative soul mates who support those who are pursuing their dreams. Those reports, and other important information about career development, comprise these monthly updates.

You can find out more about career reinvention classes, workshops, lectures, or private consultation given (in-person or online) by Tony Luna by going to

http://tonylunacreative.com or emailing Tony directly at tony@tonylunacreative.com.

 Thanks to the Friends of TLC who keep creating exciting and meaningful careers and you are encouraged to let us know about your accomplishments so you can inspire others to follow their own creative passions through this (almost) monthly blog! <<<

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ENROLL NOW and take the first step to fulfilling that New Year’s Resolution!

Registration for the amazing Art Center Extension classes is still open for the Spring term classes which begin January 17. Most of the classes are online, some are in person, and all will enhance your career goals.

To check out the Course Descriptions and find the classes that will augment your life and livelihood go to

https://www.artcenter.edu/acn/coursedescriptions.jsp

Then follow up by contacting Art Center Extension, 626-396-2319 and talk to one of the informative counselors.

The general link to ACX is https://www.artcenter.edu/acx/

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Crafting a Meaningful Career- Part One- Discovering the Dream

Specifically, if you are wondering if you are on the right - most meaningful - career path, consider our taking “Crafting a Meaningful Career” class, a truly unique class for those wanting to take their careers to the purpose oriented next level. You need a clear direction, a sense of purpose, and a plan, together with the support and inspiration of others who have taken “Crafting a Meaningful Career.”

Remember, when thinking about how to reinvent your career, life is too short to toil in quiet desperation.

If you have any questions and learn more about the course contact the instructor directly by emailing, tony@tonylunacreative.com.

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Our January ZOOM-SchmoozeFest! is all set for next Thursday, January 12 from 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM (Pacific Time).

As is always the case, you will have a chance to meet some incredibly talented creative people online while you are in the comfort of your home, studio, or anywhere else in the world while using ZOOM. You will have a chance to share what you have been up to art and design wise, or you may practice your pitch, or you may just be interested in meeting some like-minded souls who will inspire and motivate you. You don’t have to be an alum of Tony Luna’s classes to join in the fun.

Just click on

https://artcenter.zoom.us/j/4615644020?pwd=RDZBcjEraGhJMnFmNmlxRy94U3pCUT09

Meeting ID: 461 564 4020

Passcode: 0008856

One tap mobile

+16694449171,,4615644020# US

+16699006833,,4615644020# US (San Jose)

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Editor’s note: The following listings were provided by Andrea McCarthy from AcademicKeys. Posted here are job opportunities from institutions of higher learning located in the West of the US. Many more opportunities for posts around the world by going to https://finearts.academickeys.com/

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Dear Professor Luna,

This month's issue of AcademicKeys' e-Flier for Fine Arts features 33 faculty openings, 10 senior administrative positions, and 0 post-doc opportunities and links to hundreds more positions in higher education.

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Issue: Fine Arts Dec. 7th, 2022

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This AcademicKeys e-Flier contains higher education positions in:

- Art - Photography

Become a fan of Academic Keys on Facebook! Click here:

http://www.facebook.com/pages/Storrs-CT/Academic-Keys/56778577910

Follow us on Twitter!

http://twitter.com/#!/academickeys

Join us on LinkedIn!

http://www.linkedin.com/groups/Academic-Keys-Higher-Education-Professionals-4055169

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SENIOR ADMINISTRATIVE POSITIONS

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NEW! - Production Manager

Pomona College

Department of Theatre

Claremont, CA, United States

Date Posted: Nov. 21, 2022

https://www.AcademicKeys.com/r?job=200045&o=1176689&t=FI221207m-6e

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Chief Financial Officer

Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences

Senior

Yakima, WA, United States

Date Posted: Sep. 20, 2022

https://www.AcademicKeys.com/r?job=194993&o=1176689&t=FI221207m-0e

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ACADEMIC POSITIONS

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Faculty in Photography and Media

California Institute of the Arts (CalArts)

School of Art

Valencia, CA, United States

Date Posted: Nov. 2, 2022

https://www.AcademicKeys.com/r?job=198383&o=1176689&t=FI221207m-6e

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Experimental Animation Full-Time Faculty Positions

California Institute of the Arts (CalArts)

School of Film/Video

Valencia, CA, United States

Date Posted: Oct. 26, 2022

https://www.AcademicKeys.com/r?job=197915&o=1176689&t=FI221207m-6e

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Instructor Pool Visual Arts UC Berkeley Extension

University of California Berkeley

Berkeley, CA, United States

Date Posted: Sep. 16, 2022

https://www.AcademicKeys.com/r?job=194743&o=1176689&t=FI221207m-8e

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To view more academic jobs, visit: https://finearts.academickeys.com/

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Sincerely,

Andrea McCarthy

amccarthy@AcademicKeys.com

Academic Keys, LLC

1066 Storrs Road, Suite D

Storrs, CT 06268

USA

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As always we are honored to share stories of the hard work our contributors have accomplished and we are thrilled to promote their activities. Please continue to support the members of our creative community as they design meaning within their careers. Thanks to all for their informative and inspiring contributions.

If you are not on the mailing list and would like to receive your own notices of these Updates please contact tony@tonylunacreative.com. Conversely if you would like to be removed from the email list simply email tony@tonylunacreative.com and write "Unsubscribe" in the subject line.

Keep sending in your informative and motivating emails. I may have to edit them in the interest of space but I will do my best to keep their integrity. Emails and notices are usually posted in the order they are received. Tony Luna Creative-Updates are produced approximately once a month so please provide enough lead time when submitting emails so they can be posted in a timely fashion.

Remember to keep sending us news of your wonderful art, design, and careers, and—as always—stay in touch!

Best.

Tony

Tony Luna Creative

A Creative Consultancy

819 North Bel Aire Drive

Burbank, CA 91501

Home office: 818-842-5490

Email: tony@tonylunacreative.com

http://www.tonylunacreative.com

http://www.tonylunacreative.com/blog

Adjunct Professor, Senior Faculty: Art Center College of Design

Author: "How to Grow as a Photographer: Reinventing Your Career" Allworth Press and

"Mastering the Business of Photography: What the Pros Do When They Are Not Taking Incredible Photos" Skyhorse/Allworth Press

Providing support, inspiration and networking for mid-career creative professionals

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Tony Luna Creative- Update- 11-24-2022

Anne Reeves (c) 2022

HAPPY THANKSGIVING!

Thanks to all our friends in our creative community for making our world a better, more creative, and artful place.

-Tony Luna

Anne Reeves-Strategic Visual Branding

www.linkedin.com/in/annereevesvisualbranding

Tony Luna Creative- Update- 10-12-2022

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>>>  Creative Career Transition reports and inspirational notes have been sent into Tony Luna Creative for posting by people we have had the honor to work with, and creative soul mates who support those who are pursuing their dreams. Those reports, and other important information about career development, comprise these updates.

You can find out more about career reinvention classes, workshops, lectures, or private consultation given (in-person or online) by Tony Luna by going to

http://tonylunacreative.com or emailing Tony directly at tony@tonylunacreative.com.

Thanks to the Friends of TLC who keep creating exciting and meaningful careers and you are encouraged to let us know about your accomplishments so you can inspire others to follow their own creative passions through this (almost) monthly blog! <<<

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- Editor’s note: A personal congratulatory note goes out to a dear friend, Everard Williams Jr.-

- Everard Williams, Jr. -

We are proud to announce that after an exhaustive search by the selection committee led by Dana Walker-Juick, Everard Williams Jr. has been selected to be the new chair of the Photography + Imaging department at ArtCenter College of Design. We could not be prouder to have such an accomplished artist/educator (and former student of mine back in the day) as the leader of the department.

Excerpted from the ArtCenter press release.

From the ArtCenter press release: Award-Winning Photographer and Educator Everard Williams Named Chair of Photography and Imaging Department at ArtCenter College Of Design

First African American Undergraduate Department Chair in College’s History.

Award-winning photographer and educator Everard Williams has been named chair of the Photography and Imaging Department at ArtCenter College of Design, as announced today by Interim Provost Dr. Anne Burdick. Williams is the first African American to serve as an undergraduate department chair in the College’s history.

Williams has been a member of the ArtCenter community for many years—as a student, an alumnus (BFA 89), a professor, and as a faculty director, as well as previously serving as department interim chair. He’s taught numerous courses at the College, participated in significant panel discussions, and assumed management of the department in times of transition, including the shift to remote teaching and learning at the start of the pandemic. Williams was a founding member of the College’s inaugural Council on Diversity and Inclusion, and he continues to be a strong advocate for the student body, especially those from under served communities and students of color.

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- Ellen Freidlander-

Fine Art Photographer

Hope you all had a lovely summer. I have been BUSY in my creative space and am excited to share some new developments in my work...

In January, 2019, I was selected to present my Extended Frame Photographs LIVE at Open Show Pasadena/East LA. After this event, I sought to get involved with the organization and was invited for a coffee with Bill Wishner, the founder of Pasadena Photography Arts (PPA), who then brought me on as an Advisor. This summer, I was promoted to Co-Director of PPA, alongside Douglas Hill. I am so proud of the community that has developed from our team of Advisors, the Open Show artists and FORUM featured guests.

This is where my art comes in! This fall, I am using my photography to fundraise for PPA. For the next several months, I will be selecting key works from my catalog to feature; I welcome you to explore my "Street September"

https://www.ellenfriedlanderphotography.com/print-shop-1 collection, every print sold will make a huge difference.” Please take advantage of this generous opportunity to help Pasadena Photography Arts

Thank You.

Ellen

Featured Prints...

"Talking Dogs"

8.5 x 11”

Unframed

Print on Canson Infinity Baryta Fine Art Paper

$300

"HWY 1"

17 x 22”

Unframed

Print on Canson Infinity Baryta Fine Art Paper

$600

"Skateboard"

8.5 x 11”

Unframed

Print on Canson Infinity Baryta Fine Art Paper

$300

"Loud and Proud"

8.5 x 11”

Unframed

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- Hacob Khodaverdian,

Photography Fine Artist, Educator- “Hi Tony, It was so great talking to you…

Below is the post card info for the show. 

Thanks and take care. 

Hacob

PRESENTED BY THE CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS COMMUNITY SERVICES

Beverly Hills

ART SHOW

October 15 & 16, 2022 l 10 AN to 5 PM l A Free Event

Exceptional Art in its 49th year I Food Trucks I Wine & Beer Garden

225 artists on 4 blocks in Beverly Gardens Park

1300 Park Way, Beverly Hills, CA 90210

FOR MORE INFORMATION:

310 285 6830 I beverlyhills.org/artshow

#bhartshow #bhartsandculture

HACOB FINE ARTS

http://www.hacobkhodaverdian.com

213 448 1432

@HACOBPHOTO

SPACE #375

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- Mandi Batalo,

Artist/Designer, Creative Catalyst, Chair of the Arts Department, San Bernardino Valley College, and CMC Alum-

Yoga for Addiction Recovery: 8 Limbs, 10 Bodies, 12 Steps Paperback – September 6, 2022 - amazon.com

Book cover design for “Yoga for Addiction Recovery” delivers just that; practical yoga techniques and tools to support ongoing recovery from active addiction. Years spent, by the author, in both recovery and in practicing yoga have made clear that the underlying principles of both yoga and the 12 Steps weave together, complimenting each other in a totally cohesive way.

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- Anne Reeves,

Graphic Designer, Artist- “Hi Tony, …I just finished this visual branding for my local Toastmasters club to project a contemporary and professional image.

Best,”

Anne

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Andrea McCarthy-Academic Keys-

Dear Professor Luna, This month's issue of AcademicKeys' e-Flier for Fine Arts features 18 faculty openings, 7 senior administrative positions, and 0 post-doc opportunities and links to hundreds more positions in higher education.

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Issue: Fine Arts Oct. 3rd, 2022

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This AcademicKeys e-Flier contains higher education positions in: Art - Photography

Become a fan of Academic Keys on Facebook! Click here:

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Follow us on Twitter!

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ACADEMIC POSITIONS

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NEW! - Instructor Pool Visual Arts UC Berkeley Extension

University of California Berkeley Berkeley, CA, United States

Date Posted: Sep. 16, 2022

https://www.AcademicKeys.com/r?job=194743&o=1176689&t=FI221003m-8e

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NEW! - Lecturer Pool- Film and Media- UC Berkeley

University of California Berkeley

Berkeley, CA, United States

Date Posted: Sep. 15, 2022

https://www.AcademicKeys.com/r?job=194633&o=1176689&t=FI221003m-6e

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NEW! - Asst. Professor, World Cinema and Digital Media St...

University of California, Davis

Cinema & Digital Media

Davis, CA, United States

Date Posted: Sep. 13, 2022

https://www.AcademicKeys.com/r?job=194400&o=1176689&t=FI221003m-6e

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Assistant/Associate/Full Prof. - Director: Social Justice...

University of California Berkeley

Berkeley, CA, United States

Date Posted: Aug. 18, 2022

https://www.AcademicKeys.com/r?job=192500&o=1176689&t=FI221003m-6e

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Asst. Prof. - Critical Race Theory and Media - Dept. of F...

University of California Berkeley

Berkeley, CA, United States

Date Posted: Aug. 10, 2022

https://www.AcademicKeys.com/r?job=192040&o=1176689&t=FI221003m-7e

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Lecturer Pool- Film and Media- UC Berkeley

University of California Berkeley

Berkeley, CA, United States

Date Posted: Jul. 25, 2022

https://www.AcademicKeys.com/r?job=189635&o=1176689&t=FI221003m-7e

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Senior Graphic Designer (7467U), BAMPFA - 37390

University of California, Berkeley

Berkeley, CA, United States

Date Posted: Jul. 26, 2022

https://www.AcademicKeys.com/r?job=188820&o=1176689&t=FI221003m-6e

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To view more academic jobs, visit: https://finearts.academickeys.com/

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Sincerely,

Andrea McCarthy

amccarthy@AcademicKeys.com

Academic Keys, LLC

1066 Storrs Road, Suite D

Storrs, CT 06268

USA

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As always we are honored to share stories of the hard work our contributors have accomplished and we are thrilled to promote their activities. Please continue to support the members of our creative community as they design meaning within their careers. Thanks to all for their informative and inspiring contributions.

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Remember to keep sending us news of your wonderful art, design, and careers, and—as always—stay in touch!

Best.

Tony

Tony Luna Creative

A Creative Consultancy

819 North Bel Aire Drive

Burbank, CA 91501

Home office: 818-842-5490

Email: tony@tonylunacreative.com

http://www.tonylunacreative.com

http://www.tonylunacreative.com/blog

Adjunct Professor, Senior Faculty: Art Center College of Design

Author: "How to Grow as a Photographer: Reinventing Your Career" Allworth Press and

"Mastering the Business of Photography: What the Pros Do When They Are Not Taking Incredible Photos" Skyhorse/Allworth Press

Providing support, inspiration and networking for mid-career creative professionals

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Tony Luna Creative- Update- 8-24-2022

>>>  Creative Career Transition reports and inspirational notes have been sent into Tony Luna Creative for posting by people we have had the honor to work with, and creative soul mates who support those who are pursuing their dreams. Those reports, and other important information about career development, comprise these monthly updates.

You can find out more about career reinvention classes, workshops, lectures, or private consultation given (in-person or online) by Tony Luna by going to http://tonylunacreative.com or emailing Tony directly at tony@tonylunacreative.com.

Thanks to the Friends of TLC who keep creating exciting and meaningful careers and you are encouraged to let us know about your accomplishments so you can inspire others to follow their own creative passions through this (almost) monthly blog! <<<

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ENROLL NOW!

Registration for the ACX Fall term is ongoing. Don’t miss this opportunity to find out what it will take for you to finally create your own career path by taking CRAFTING A MEANINGFUL CAREER and any of the other life enhancing classes offered through Art Center Extension.

What are you waiting for? The time has never been better for you to move your career to the next level by attending classes that will enhance your skill sets and help you define a purpose filled future!

ACX classes for the Fall Term start September 10 and run for fourteen weeks. Check out the Course Descriptions and find the classes that will augment your life, and possibly your livelihood. Sharpen your skills, learn new technologies, or take that class you always wanted to take by looking at the catalogue of intriguing classes. Expand your world and your creativity at: https://www.artcenter.edu/acn/coursedescriptions.jsp

Then follow up by contacting Art Center Extension, 626-396-2319 and talk to one of the informative counselors.

The general link to ACX is https://www.artcenter.edu/acx/

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And while you are at it, if you are wondering if you are on the right career path, consider taking Crafting a Meaningful Career, a truly unique class for those wanting to take their careers to the next level. If you have any questions about the course contact the instructor directly by emailing tony@tonylunacreative.com. It can change your life for the better.

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- Libero DiZinno, Artist, Educator, Adventurer-

Ken Merfeld (c) 2022

“Mr. Luna, I've only just recently returned from trekking with a small cohort of five mates in the spectacular Dolomites in the Italian Alps where on the last day of our trip we got to try (for the first time in my life) the via Ferrata style of climbing! The purpose of the trip was to test our idea as a working prototype for a new business model of mine: THE MASTERCLASS PHOTO DESTINATION

This is the perfect overlap of my three vocations:

+TEACHING

+EXPLORING

+VISUAL STORYTELLING

The BIG idea now is to offer these photo safaris to everyone for Spring / Fall of 2023 as adventure destinations to the far corners of the world *(Patagonia, Namibia, New Zealand, Greenland, etc.,). This wonderful overlap of passions and profession is the result of my long term personal project around the Japanese idea of 'ikegai', or perhaps better known as my reason for being!

Any and all interested parties feel free to DM me at my INSTA:

https://www.instagram.com/dizinno/

Thank you kind sir!”

TDZ

“I forgot to add this link for people to get a sneak peek of the drone video I was able to capture on the first trip ... see the instagram below that I shared with our guide Alberto who put it up on his account!”

https://www.instagram.com/p/CfXJfczjqlt/

Respectfully,

TDZ

Libero Antonio Di Zinno

MSMU adjunct FA 2022

Film, Media & Communication

Mount Saint Mary's University

Graduate and Undergraduate programs

teaching Photo Journalism and Social Justice

https://www.linkedin.com/in/dizinno/

instagram: @dizinno

dizinno@mac.com

(310) 435-7435

Hey LinkedIn! If you’re new to following me, I talk about #filmmaking, #documentary, #innovation, #designthinking, and #educators. Let me know if you have any suggestions on what to share!

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- Carmel O’Mara-Horwitz, Artist, Illustrator

“Hello Tony, As I promised, I want to share my good news with you! I am part of a team at the newly established Fredman Foundation in San Diego. The foundation is partly in memory of the Artist Faiya Fredman, whom my mother Allwyn O’Mara and I worked with closely at the end of her life. In the last two years, Allwyn, Sara Stewart - Faiya’s Granddaughter - and I have put together a book showcasing her many decades of art, titled Faiya Fredman. It will be here just in time for an intimate retrospective of her work at the Athenaeum in La Jolla.

I would like to invite you & anyone interested to see the show, Continuum: The Art of Faiya Fredman, as well as the many activities planned around the show.

Continuum is opening on the evening of September 9th, 6:30 to 8:30. 

    Here is the link to the show:

https://www.ljathenaeum.org/events/exhibition-2022-fredman 

Those who come to the opening will have the treat of another show opening simultaneously titled Artists’ Books Collection by Erika Torri, just retired director of the La Jolla Athenaeum. 

Erika purchased many of Faiya’s works for the Athenaeum, including many Artists’ Books Allwyn and I worked on with her. I am proud to be included in the library's permanent collection.

We will have our artists’ books for sale along with products I helped to design. One new exciting piece for purchase will be a small lenticular ready to be framed.

These are some of the artists' books we made.

Here is the link to Erika’s show: https://www.ljathenaeum.org/artists-book-collection  

    Additionally on the evening of October 22nd the author of the introduction to Faiya’s book, art critic Robert Pincus Ph.D., will be speaking on a panel moderated by Suda House, professor at Grossmont College. Also on the panel of speakers will be Alfred Pagano & Allwyn O’Mara, who worked closely with Faiya throughout her career. 

We will be selling and signing our new book, Faiya Fredman, at the event. Several educational activities will be offered in conjunction with the show.

Suda House will be teaching a class for adults on utilizing your scanner as a camera.

She will have guest speakers. I am happy to be teaching the lenticular night. Allwyn and Alfred Pagano will share their knowledge on other nights.

I will have to share the details in another email.On Saturday, September 24th, in conjunction with San Diego Design week, we will offer art activities for children and adults on the patio of the La Jolla Athenaeum. 

It would be lovely to see you so I can share with you what I have been doing at the Fredman Foundation.

Best wishes to all,”

Carmel 

Details on the show and activities can be found below:

https://www.ljathenaeum.org/events/exhibition-2022-fredman

CONTINUUM: THE ART OF FAIYA FREDMAN

Continuum presents an intimate view into the life's work of Faiya Fredman (1925-2020), whose seventy-year art career produced an ambitious and eclectic body of work driven by experimentation with unusual formats and unconventional materials. Her large and varied works include paintings, sculptures, drawings, prints, installations, and artist’s books. A graduate of UCLA, Fredman juggled marriage and raising a family with the rigors of developing cutting-edge art. Her final bodies of work combine goddess imagery, vintage puppets, narrative forays into surreal worlds, and hybrid works combining graffiti with botanical imagery. 

Fredman’s works can be found in many public and private collections, including the Museum of Modern Art, the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art, the Art Institute of Chicago, Chicago, Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego, and numerous others.

The exhibition can be viewed in the Joseph Clayes III Gallery at the Athenaeum Music & Arts Library (1008 Wall Street, La Jolla, CA 92037) during open hours, Tuesday through Saturday, from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

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VIJAT MOHINDRA, Celebrity Photographer

New Photography Work with Katy Perry by Vijat Mohindra for Just Eat UK

To View More Work, Please Visit

www.vijat.com

Just Eat is an online food order and delivery brand of Netherlands-based Just Eat Takeaway.com, and a former food delivery company.

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- Barbara Kosoff, Artist/Illustrator

Barbara Kosoff / for the times

- A whimsical illustration by Barbara Kosoff about a woman's search for love as she navigates the dating landscape. You can read the article in August 14th LA Affairs.

 Hope you enjoy :)

This illustration by Barbara Kosoff accompanied a Los Angeles Times article titled “L.A. Affairs: I went on dates with L.A. losers. Could an Orange County man bring me joy?” written by Carrie Pyle Lawrence

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As always we are honored to share stories of the hard work our contributors have accomplished and we are thrilled to promote their activities. Please continue to support the members of our creative community as they design meaning within their careers. Thanks to all for their informative and inspiring contributions.

If you are not on the mailing list and would like to receive your own monthly notices of these Updates please contact tony@tonylunacreative.com. Conversely if you would like to be removed from the email list simply email tony@tonylunacreative.com and write "Unsubscribe" in the subject line.

Keep sending in your informative and motivating emails. I may have to edit them in the interest of space but I will do my best to keep their integrity. Emails and notices are usually posted in the order they are received. Tony Luna Creative-Updates are produced approximately at the end of each month so please provide enough lead time when submitting emails so they can be posted in a timely fashion.

Remember to keep sending us news of your wonderful art, design, and careers, and—as always—stay in touch!

Best.

Tony

Tony Luna Creative

A Creative Consultancy

819 North Bel Aire Drive

Burbank, CA 91501

Home office: 818-842-5490

Email: tony@tonylunacreative.com

http://www.tonylunacreative.com

http://www.tonylunacreative.com/blog

Adjunct Professor, Senior Faculty: Art Center College of Design

Author: "How to Grow as a Photographer: Reinventing Your Career" Allworth Press and

"Mastering the Business of Photography: What the Pros Do When They Are Not Taking Incredible Photos" Skyhorse/Allworth Press

Providing support, inspiration and networking for mid-career creative professionals

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Tony Luna Crative- Update- 5-31-2022

Tony Luna Creative- Update 5-31-2022

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>>>  Creative Career Transition reports and inspirational notes have been sent into Tony Luna Creative for posting by people we have had the honor to work with, and creative soul mates who support those who are pursuing their dreams. Those reports, and other important information about career development, comprise these monthly updates.

You can find out more about career reinvention classes, workshops, lectures, or private consultation given (in-person or online) by Tony Luna by going to http://tonylunacreative.com or emailing Tony directly at tony@tonylunacreative.com.

Thanks to the Friends of TLC who keep creating exciting and meaningful careers and you are encouraged to let us know about your accomplishments so you can inspire others to follow their own creative passions through this monthly blog! <<<

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… AND HERE ARE THE COMPLETE STORIES…

- Zoom SchmoozeFest!- On Thursday, May 12, we had a small but robust gathering during our Spring 2022 Zoom SchmoozeFest! All of our guests are always special, but on that night we had a surprise visit from Parisa Ashrafi who has been residing in Iran for the last fourteen years. It was an honor to be able to chat with her and the other SchmoozeFesters about their accomplishments. Our next Zoom SchmoozeFest will be Thursday, September 8, from 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM so mark the date down on your calendar now so you can join in the fun.

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- Amy Gaskin, Photojournalist- We are happy and proud to announce that Amy was honored for her outstanding photography and her Presidency and six years of Board service to the Press Photographers Association of Greater Los Angeles at the group's Annual Awards Ceremony in April.

In addition to being named President Emerita, her photography was honored with a number of awards throughout the ceremony including Photographer of the Year, Finalist.

She also presented the Lifetime Achievement Award to Joanna Matos, the first female president of the organization. “Joanna broke the glass ceiling, helping me become just the fourth female president in our 86-year history.”  The association is comprised of over 400 still and video photojournalists based in the greater Los Angeles area who provide news imagery to publications and broadcasts throughout the world.

Congratulations Amy! Well deserved!

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- Shirin Raban, Designer, Cine-Ethnographer, Educator, Director, and CMC alum-

Sunday, June 5th screening date for Between the Shells is changed to Tuesday, June 28.

“Dear Friends and Family, I am very excited to invite you to the Iranian American Jewish Federation for the public screening of my documentary film, Between the Shells, and the introduction of my new work in progress documentary, My Lost Iran: The Remarkable Journey of a Jewish Iranian Army General who became an American Citizen.”

Tuesday, June 28th., 2022 6:30 pm to 8:30 p,

Iranian American Jewish Center, Neman Hall

1317 N. Crescent Heights Blvd., West Hollywood

Free admission with registration & proof of vaccination: Click here to RSVP, https://www.eventbrite.com/e/documentary-screening-between-the-shells-sneak-preview-my-lost-iran-tickets-326114355817

Shirin Raban

Visual anthropology MVA, Graphic Design BA

Brand Designer, Cine-Ethnographer, Educator

Lecturer at California State university Northridge

Instructor at UCLA Extension

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Zehui “Zoe” Ni, Digital Product Designer, and CMC Alum- “Dear Professor Luna, Hello from Zoe, Honey and Sunny! 

Thank you for your support and feedback on my project we had in the class. It just received the iF design talent award 2022. 

Thank you so much for your incredible mentorship, guidance and support! (INSEAD also went very well, the final was a blast, I got A+)

I hope I made you proud :)

Thank you so much! Thank you for being the inspirational figure in my life! It's always an honor to be your student. 

Thinking of you and the amazing class!

With love,”

Zoe, Honey Sunny

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The iF design talent award, 2022, is “one of the most prestigious design awards worldwide.” In addition she completed her work in conjunction with the prestigious INSEAD graduate business school with highest honors. According to Google, “INSEAD is originally an acronym for the French ‘Institut Européen d'Administration des Affaires’ or European Institute of Business Administration. INSEAD is consistently ranked among the best business schools in the world.” Well done Zoe! 

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- Ellen Friedlander, Fine Art Photographer- “The Hawaiian word Kipaipai means ‘to encourage and inspire’ and that’s exactly what this intensive program for artists is all about.” Summer is upon us, and I am thrilled to share that I have been included in the upcoming Kipaipai Group Exhibition. The opening will be on June 4th. at Melissa Morgan Fine Art Gallery in the desert. Hope to see you there!

Sharing Love, Light, and Creative Flow,

Ellen

Ellenfriedlanderphotography.com

   Facebook: Ellen M Friedlander

        instagram: emfphoto59

             949.422.5117

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- Mauren Brodbeck, Swiss Multi-Sensory Artist_

“Dear Friends, Accompanied by the artists of the exhibition 1.1.1.1.1.1.1.1

I offer you two Saturdays to meet artists around a festive aperitif

Saturday May 28 and Saturday June 4 from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Espace Cheminée Nord, 4 bis rue de la Truite 1205 Geneva

Looking forward to seeing you there, I wish you a very nice summer evening.”

Mauren

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As always we are honored to share stories of the hard work our contributors have accomplished and we are thrilled to promote their activities. Please continue to support the members of our creative community as they design meaning within their careers. Thanks to all for their informative and inspiring contributions.

If you are not on the mailing list and would like to receive your own monthly notices of these Updates please contact tony@tonylunacreative.com. Conversely if you would like to be removed from the email list simply email tony@tonylunacreative.com and write "Unsubscribe" in the subject line.

Keep sending in your informative and motivating emails. I may have to edit them in the interest of space but I will do my best to keep their integrity. Emails and notices are usually posted in the order they are received. Tony Luna Creative-Updates are produced approximately at the end of each month so please provide enough lead time when submitting emails so they can be posted in a timely fashion.

Remember to keep sending us news of your wonderful art, design, and careers, and—as always—stay in touch!

Best.

Tony

Tony Luna Creative

A Creative Consultancy

819 North Bel Aire Drive

Burbank, CA 91501

Home office: 818-842-5490

Email: tony@tonylunacreative.com

http://www.tonylunacreative.com

http://www.tonylunacreative.com/blog

Adjunct Professor, Senior Faculty: Art Center College of Design

Author: "How to Grow as a Photographer: Reinventing Your Career" Allworth Press and

"Mastering the Business of Photography: What the Pros Do When They Are Not Taking Incredible Photos" Skyhorse/Allworth Press

Providing support, inspiration and networking for mid-career creative professionals

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