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05.28.2009 | Portraits | 17 comments

We were looking through some images we shot a 3 years ago and these little gems popped up of Mele (The adorable pregnant girl who’s maternity session we shared below)! She wore two dresses at her wedding and this was the one she wore at her reception! We decided we loved her Bridal Dress so much that we did a separate session a couple weeks after her wedding! She honestly has been so stylish for so long!

kat - rock n roll br: omg so adorable! (28/05/09, 08:58)

Tara Keator: Dude!!! You guys, these are so cute! I absolutely love them. (28/05/09, 09:11)

anna: These are awesome. You nailed it!! (28/05/09, 09:15)

Christine (Artemis Clover Photo): i love the location of this shoot!!! soo fifties with a flair!!!! YAY! (28/05/09, 09:42)

Diana Daley: Crinolines + vintage bathtubs = hot sexy cool! (28/05/09, 09:48)

angie De La O: I Heart these very much!!!! they're just so yummy and lovely!!! (28/05/09, 10:20)

Briony: these are lovely...it's always fun to look back through old photoshoots. (28/05/09, 11:10)

Alyssa Lang: She is sooooooo fabulous!!! (28/05/09, 01:14)

Mele: haha oh my gosh can you see me blushing through the computer!!!!?? You guys truly are amazing I can't even stand it. I can't wait for you to have fun with our sweet Phoeb's! (28/05/09, 10:38)

Beka: She is so adorable! And what an amazing location! Good job guys! (29/05/09, 12:52)

Cherie: Well isn't she just a doll. (29/05/09, 01:57)

Sarah's Fab Day: You're right she is beyond adorable! Love these shots. (29/05/09, 09:22)

ohana photographers - david & kimi: <3 <3 <3 i think i remember this one! this session is just plain rad! (31/05/09, 10:21)

Megan Hess: This is the photo shoot where Sloan Photography stole my heart!!! (31/05/09, 03:57)

Larry Reeves: Great work, as always. your consistency is exceptional. (02/06/09, 02:21)

Larson Family | Sloan Photographers: [...] probably looks really familiar because she was the most stylish brides and one of the cutest pregnant girls [...] (09/04/10, 02:41)

05.28.09 | Portraits

Beastie Boys vs. Blink 182

05.26.2009 | Entertainment | 14 comments

So today I was watching Maddux and decided to throw on a Tivo’s Jay Leno just to see Blink 182. They have re-united which is interesting. So, on my Twitter today I asked my friends if Blink 182 ever plays decent live because I have seen them 5-6 times and was bummed all of the times. 90% of the responses were bad!

Right after posting that, I then watched a Tivo’d Jimmy Fallon and the Beastie Boys were there as guests. (If you watched the interview, it was one of Fallon’s worst! He’s horrible as an interviewer!!!) I wasn’t super impressed with this performance of The Beastie Boys either. Funny that they are re-releasing some old albums and also headlining several festivals. To me, they look like Grandpas! I guess “No Sleep ’til Brooklyn” caught up to them! :P

Which performance was better/worse and why? Please take the time to leave a small comment below! I’d love to know what you guys think!

Beastie Boys:

Blink 182:

Matt Sloan: I personally like the Beastie Boys more, but also they are helped by the Roots backing them up! So BB get my vote! LOL! (26/05/09, 10:07)

Brett: The B-Boys killed it... MCA hasn't lost a step lyrically. They grays threw me off a bit though. (26/05/09, 10:31)

J: I liked the Beastie Boys performance, especially considering it's 40 something year old white dudes pulling off a good song. Blink 182 barely pull off a song that wasn't good to begin with. They should kinda be embarrassed to play songs about high school when they're in their 40s. (26/05/09, 10:32)

Brandon Lowe: I kinda wish the roof would collapse on both of them, so i wouldn't have to watch any of those washed up zilches :) But thats just me. But If I had to choose, it would be Blink 182! (26/05/09, 10:49)

Brett Jarnagin: I think Jimmy Fallon was the worst. (26/05/09, 11:32)

gretchen k: You already know my answer.....blink! =) i don't have words for how big of a fan i am! *sigh** and I will be there at the front of the pit @ this years warped tour! =p Tory is on the other side he votes b boys! (27/05/09, 12:09)

Austin Curtis: Jimmy Fallon is a likable guy, but you're right - he can't interview worth beans. As for the Beastie Grandpas, I thought they were decent - especially with Questlove playing the drums. Blink 182 wasn't as bad in this video as I remember, but they definitely lost. They should reretire. (27/05/09, 01:31)

chenin: I didn't watch the videos, mostly because I loathe Blink 182 (pop-punk crap, if you ask me)... Anyway, I thought I'd comment to say that I totally feel your pain. Nothing disappoints more than getting pumped to see a show and having the band suck live. I was dying to see Big D last year and I nearly walked out of the venue it was so bad. I blame drugs and booze, honestly. My guess is both Blink and BB are too hopped up on drugs to do a decent live show, which is sad. Imagine if we showed up to a wedding too drunk to focus our cameras.... (27/05/09, 07:35)

Jason McGrew: Beastie Boys by far killed that show. The Blink performance looked like a 3 four-year old playing rock band. I agree with Chenin.. getting hyped up for a crappy show plain sucks! (27/05/09, 11:23)

Matt Sloan: Blink has a special place in my <3 lol! But really they do! They remind me of some good times, but I would definitely say the Beastie Boys rocked it out!!! -Angie:) (28/05/09, 12:21)

Matthew Snelson: What's worse death by fire or freezing to death? If I had to pick one... ?Love killed it with the beats!! (28/05/09, 11:02)

HUDD: Hello Sir Matty! So, I watched both, and to be honest they make me feel old! I remember sneaking into a Beastie Boys show back in '95 and it was one of the most amazing experiences ever. Good times! As for Blink, they used to put on a good show, but I just feel like they don't care anymore. Check out their uninspired, half-assed performance from the second night on Leno: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7aO3lmJZV_o It seriously seems like they could care less and are just going through the motions. Maybe they're just getting older like the rest of us... (28/05/09, 11:30)

ezra: Beastie Boys...and the Roots...that took me back! And who ever said Beastie Boys are washed-up zilches...your out of your mind!!! More Beastie Boys! (05/06/09, 10:49)

Jen Stewart: aaaahhhhhh, now THAT brings me back!!! Beastie Boys ALL THE WAY!!! I've seen them live a few times and they KILL IT! I can't believe how old they look (kinda makes me feel old) ;) Oh man, now I gotta open the windows and blast some Beasties! ;) (06/06/09, 11:44)

05.26.09 | Entertainment

Inspirador's Open House!

05.24.2009 | News | 1 comment

So just letting all family, friends, vendors, and past/present/future clients know that there will be a cool summer party happening at Inspirador this Thursday, May 28th.

We will be putting on a Radtastic Photobooth there along with presenting some of our albums, prints, and awesome selves!

*** Click here for a slideshow from a recent Radtastic Photobooth ***

Mele + Cameron

05.22.2009 | Portraits | 55 comments

These two are sweeter than a slice of cherry pie:)!!!! Since this photo shoot they have added even more sweetness to their family with an ADORABLE baby girl! Congrats you two!

Millie: Cutest/best maternity shoot EVER! So so so so awesome! I thought I had a favorite and than BAM I have another one. I love the one where she is laying on the truck, and he is looking over her stomach, and the BW with her leg up....and everything else :) (22/05/09, 10:35)

Larry Reeves: Awesome photos, awesome couple, awesome location, awesome photographers!! Great work, guys! (22/05/09, 10:38)

Abra: WOWZAS!!!! These are awesome. Love them so much. What a freakin' gorgeous couple. Can't wait to see what their offspring looks like! (22/05/09, 10:40)

Meg: Holy style batman!! What an awesome session! (22/05/09, 10:53)

Meghan: These turned out amazing. I LOVE it! (22/05/09, 10:59)

Cami: oh my gosh these are so fun! (22/05/09, 11:17)

Nathan Walker: What a wicked mat.shoot! My wife is preggers too, so I've been looking for inspiration for her last shoot before the due date. Awesome job - I love it! (22/05/09, 11:18)

Alyssa Lang: WOW. You guys just keep blowing me out of the water. :) (22/05/09, 11:25)

Malia: Such a good job Sloans! I love the Audrey Hepburn close up with the sun glasses, so cute!! Mele you were all baby with Ms. Phoebs. Gorgeous. (22/05/09, 11:30)

Leslie Roark: WOW.. this seriously has to be my favorite maternity session ever!! FABULOUS job!!! (22/05/09, 11:32)

ohana photographers - david & kimi: effinreeedicccckuloooosness right there!!! awesome with a side of bread please! (22/05/09, 11:36)

Colleen Bruening: AMAZING!!! (22/05/09, 12:33)

denise bovee: retardedly rad!! im in love with these (22/05/09, 12:39)

Dana & Jeremy: That's the sexiest maternity shoot ever! (22/05/09, 01:03)

lauren c.-openField.: OMG...these are freaking AWESOME. what FUN STYLE she has. and you guys...you're just plain awesome : ) (22/05/09, 01:05)

Megan Hess: What a model couple! But we all already knew that! They are beautiful. The location was fantastic. And your work is out of this world!!!! (22/05/09, 01:25)

Heidi Fazio: incredible!! thanks for the inspiration. (22/05/09, 01:58)

tracie: AMAZING!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! (22/05/09, 02:22)

Megan Welker: these just might be the CUTEST maternity photos I have ever seen!!! freakin amazing work guys!! im in awe! (22/05/09, 03:12)

Shannon: RAD with a Cherry on top!!!! (22/05/09, 04:06)

Nancy: These are the sweetest EVER! I love her outfits and the different backgrounds! You are so AWESOME Sloan Photographers! (22/05/09, 04:33)

Melanie: Oh what a cute couple!! Love these pictures very nicely done as always!! (22/05/09, 05:03)

marcia: OH. MY. GORGEOUSNESS!!!! #1: their style is OUT OF CONTROL!!! #2: these images are INSANE!!! my favorite is the first outfit, very bohemian! way to ROCK this one OUT!!! (22/05/09, 05:42)

nicole green: these are seriously the most fun prego pics i have EVER seen! :) (22/05/09, 07:06)

Briony: these are fantastic! love love love love love her style!!! (22/05/09, 07:50)

Kayleen T.: I really love these! So beautiful! Most of all her outfits are soo cute! Her name is Mele, is she Poly? Must be, cuz she's gorgeous!! My fave is the last one because that is soo describes being pregnant! (22/05/09, 09:01)

Kirsty-Abu Dhabi: OMG - those are smokin'!!!! Awesome job - awesome couple. (22/05/09, 10:43)

brenda: oh wow oh wow oh wow!!! LOVE these! (23/05/09, 07:58)

Ashley: These are definitely the cutest maternity pix I've ever seen! Her outfits are adorable too! Oh man, in love with these photos right now. (23/05/09, 12:26)

Matt Sloan: thanks everyone for the sweet comments! we love you guys! (23/05/09, 02:42)

Michelle Medina: I absolutely adore these pictures! What a gorgeous couple (23/05/09, 09:00)

Beka: Really awesome Sloans!! Probably the best maternity session I have seen. I love them all but my ultimate favs are 6, 9, 11, & 15. Seriously you guys rocked it! :) (23/05/09, 11:07)

Jenna: How do you attract such stylish, hot couples? I thought the one of her throwing the flower ball things in the air (with that FREAKING AWESOME OUTFIT, touche on the owl belt) was my favorite but then I came to the Audrey shot and I died. And I want to do the same thing for my own sister someday. Too cool for school. (24/05/09, 02:09)

Michael Chansley: These are awesome! I needed some inspiration for an upcoming maternity shoot and think I got some. I love the ones with them both wearing black a lot! (24/05/09, 07:05)

~abi~: whoa! i am FREAKING OUT over this incredible session!!! the light, the outfits, the poses, the angles...insanely genius! hands down, best! maternity! session! ever! (25/05/09, 07:26)

Mark Brooke: I pretty sure these are my fave prego photos ever! (26/05/09, 09:37)

Chocolate Rose: This is the best maternity shoot ever!! I had to blog it! (26/05/09, 12:15)

Michele B: You guys are so creative I can't handle it! This is by far the raddest maternity session I have ever seen!!!!!!! (26/05/09, 02:54)

kanoe: i cannot handle how awesome these are! (26/05/09, 05:43)

Kara: I am blown away! I wish one of my clients would show up with her wardrobe! Such great shots, such creativity! Beautiful! (26/05/09, 09:24)

ben + laura: these are so flippin' fun ... love it! (27/05/09, 09:27)

ksen :): these are beautyFULL!!!!!!! absolutely in love with every single one. (27/05/09, 04:59)

Sarah's Fab Day: This is the CUTEST maternity shoot ever! Completely adorable. I would love to post it, if you wouldn't mind... (27/05/09, 09:14)

Mele (a few years ago) | Sloan Photographers: [...] through some images we shot a few years ago and these little gems popped up of Mele (The adorable pregnant girl below)! Her dress was her reception dress that she wore at her [...] (28/05/09, 08:54)

Mele: AHHH!!!! First, I might have cried a little looking at these!! I am SO glad you emailed me so I could see them! Cameron is adorable and the ones of us on the grass are so tender and special. Second, are you kidding me at how EXTRAORDIANRY you two are?? did I spell that right? The comments above are sweet. I cannot tell you how much fun we have with you guys. You are truly gifted at your art, and I feel you could only be as good as you are because of the wonderful people you are. I admire your talent, but I mostly admire your relationship, and I think that shines through your work. You truly are a TEAM! Thank you for that day, because of you I will look at these for years to come and smile. (28/05/09, 10:51)

Amanda: Great work! I am totally swooning over all of these:) (29/05/09, 02:42)

camalee: That is my gorgeous son and just as gorgeous daughter-in-law. My new baby granddaughter is just as beautiful as they are. Fabulous job Angie. Thanks for the memories. Mom (29/05/09, 10:54)

Blair Van Bussel: wow!!! These are so sweet and sooo fun!! They are just perfect! (04/06/09, 03:57)

Jen Stewart: OH. HOLY. WOW!!!! One sec while I pick my jaw up off the floor! The most fabulous, fashionable maternity session I've ever seen I think! Where the heck did she find those amazing vintage maternity dresses!! I am beyond inspired by these photos!!!! (06/06/09, 11:49)

jeremy: These are amazing. Seriously. (24/06/09, 10:03)

Justin @ JG Photography: wow, what an awesome non traditional maternity session! You guys always rock so much! Love them all (18/01/10, 12:42)

Michelle Guzman: Soooo cute! Love them! This is one of the best maternity sessions ever! (09/04/10, 03:01)

Larson Family | Sloan Photographers: [...] Mele probably looks really familiar because she was the most stylish brides and one of the cutest pregnant girls ever. [...] (09/04/10, 03:19)

tuwie: OMG i love love love this set! so cute, the pictures capture them so well! :D :D (10/04/10, 02:49)

05.22.09 | Portraits