Tag: practice

Shadow Armada – Whitewater, Wisconsin – FINALS!

What a season. At the end of every season, I’m speechless. I’m always impressed and proud of what every member of the band accomplishes. All of the images can be seen here: http://bethskogenarchive.photoshelter.com/gallery-collection/Oregon-Marching-Band-2015/C0000AnN3GFSrdUY

Shadow Armada – Sutton’s Bay, Michigan

We’re back in Sutton’s Bay, Michigan. After a two hour evening practice, Nick stands in the middle of the circle while band members sit on the ground around him. “This place has a meaning. This place is our home away from home. The opportunity to be here is a really special and magical thing for us, because this is […]

Shadow Armada 2015 – Thank You Show

Twenty-five seniors. A few have been around for six years, some only have this summer to experience what it’s like to be part of Shadow Armada. The season is far from over. More photos here.

Shadow Armada 2015 – Summer Fest

I usually shoot video in the middle of the huddle before each show. Below is part of my brother, David’s speech before the Summer Fest show in Oregon Sunday night. “Every year it feels like it’s not just a brand new year, it’s a better year. It’s a better year because of what you guys are willing to give […]

Shadow Armada 2015 – Dress Rehearsal

It’s that time of year again!! When summer finally arrives, I think of marching band. I spent five high school summers marching and have since gone back to photograph and shoot video of the Oregon High School Marching Band, collectively known as Shadow Aramda. These images are from their first show. Here’s to another amazing […]

Shadow Armada 2011

Every summer I look forward to spending a few weeks documenting the Oregon Marching Band. This year the organization had the opportunity to travel to Alberta, Canada to compete. in Calgary and Edmonton. We performed in two parades, four competions, perused the fifth largest shopping mall in the world, wandered around the Calgary Stampede and […]