joel bock photography blog » Newberg

hometown: newberg, oregon.

Joel — Thu, 29 Apr 2010 02:49:01 +0000

This is Newberg, where I currently live. It’s been typical off-and-on stormy weather today, and I love it. I grew up in Portland and have never lost a love for this weather. When it pours rain for 5 minutes, then is blue sky for 15, then storms again, it reminds me that breaks are always good. Standing on the side of the country road, watching this ebb and flow of storm and still thread its way through the valley, I pulled out my camera to capture a reminder for myself that its ok to slow down and breath throughout the week, the day, or even this very hour.

madison: portraits of a senior.

Joel — Tue, 19 Jan 2010 04:01:06 +0000

Here we are, the full post! Check out the foreshadow real quick if you haven’t already seen it by going here (it features some fun tilt-shift shots). Madison is a great friend from the coast, and it was fun to tromp around town at all the various locations. We had a brilliantly cold day, but December’s winter didn’t slow us down. Congrats, Madison, and thanks for having so much fun with us!

It should be noted that Madison is an amazing musician (below)! If you didn’t notice before she was in her mother’s wedding in this earlier post.

Thanks again, Madison, and good luck on all your future endeavors!

madison: foreshadow.

Joel — Tue, 12 Jan 2010 05:39:40 +0000

the allison: snow and all.

Joel — Thu, 31 Dec 2009 21:42:04 +0000

When we saw the snow it was quickly realized that the life span of white would be short. So, my dad and I hit the Newberg roads to shoot some photos of local scenery. Here’s a couple from the Allison that I really liked. Thanks for suggesting this dad!

murray family photos.

Joel — Wed, 16 Dec 2009 06:55:57 +0000

Well, this post has been a long time coming, as will be a couple more this week! My dear friends, the Murrays, have been more than gracious in their patience, and I’m stoked to finally post photos from our session. The Murrays have good times together, and it was fun roaming about George Fox’s campus with their kids, a soccer ball, and a lot of smiles. Thanks friends for a fun afternoon!

Loved this shot (above), and it didn’t hurt that the creek was chock-full of fatty crawdads!

I have to say, Henry is quite the stud (above). With blue eyes it’s hard to go wrong.

Again, soccer is a huge part of the family. Nathan is top-notch, and his kids are following suit (even Henry!).

I have to say this was a really fun time, and I’m grateful to get to photograph so many awesome families! Shout out to the Murrays in the comments!

Newberg incident…

Joel — Thu, 10 Dec 2009 06:21:04 +0000

That’s right, we were in the middle of an incident here in Newberg! It began with a phone call…pipes leaking…roof flooding into storefronts. When we arrived there was a smell like hot wires and a hint of smoke. After shutting off the water to the entire building (!) I heard running water through the door of the suspect apartment still gushing, followed by the fire alarm. That was when Bryan called the fire station!

They came down in Newberg style, hemming the place in behind and before, ready to work their magic….

Unfortunately they arrived TOO quickly and I was blocked in by two fire trucks (below). Oh well, time to take more pictures!

The fire people (there were men AND women) surveyed the situation, questioned a few folks, and formulated a plan of attack…

Having formed their plan they rushed the stairs, busted the door open, and found….well, I believe it was just pipes leaking and no fire (gratefully!).

So, we enjoyed the freezing of hands and teeth as we smiled in the seasonal glow of the holiday lights. Quite a day; never saw that one coming!

holiday party with newberg photographers!

Joel — Wed, 09 Dec 2009 07:26:26 +0000

So, let’s just say that the Newberg Area Photographers have been kicking up their heels! We got together at the Rupp’s place for baked goods, mulled wine, white elephant gifts, telephone pictionary, and a lot of laughs. Thanks friends for a fun night kicking it around town…although I am bummed it was too cold to play frisbee golf with wreaths! Maybe next year…

Leah was sporting the Elvis shades I brought home from the gift exchange (above center, in the SWEET shades). Emily actually got them IN Memphis! Nice!

Above you can see one of my favorite moments, where Rachel lit a match with a lighter! Johnathan, John, and Erin smiled their approval for this ingenious move, and John followed suit (above right).

And here’s the crew! Good times!!! (above) Quick shout outs to Brandon with the only turtle, and our new friends Alex and Angelina! And of course, my white elephant gift of Bryan in selective color was stolen by Emily! (below left) And then our Heather’s dear photographer husband Mike screamed as I took a parting photo (apparently it’s the norm for him!).

And, of course, my favorites! We did a little head flinging and caught it on 1′s and 0′s (digital medium, that is). Don’t worry, Rachel wasn’t really being punched, it’s a trick of perspective!

Can’t wait for next year, friends!

Family time in Newberg

Joel — Mon, 07 Dec 2009 01:31:42 +0000

Cherice and I had a blast hanging with my brother and sister and their family, taking a couple family photos. I have to say, my family looks good!!! More to come this week…

isabelle. a second look.

Joel — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 17:52:29 +0000

Couldn’t resist putting up a couple more!

the fam. newberg portraits.

Joel — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 01:30:46 +0000

I love shooting family portrait sessions, and this one was a blast! We tried out a new local corner and found some fun areas to explore. The sun even made an entrance to illuminate the playful spirit we enjoyed. Good times. Cool waters. Tall grass. Thanks so much Brendon & Amy, I love your family’s sense of adventure!