Merry Christmas!

"It is a fair, even-handed, noble adjustment of things, that while there is infection in disease and sorrow, there is nothing in the world so irresistibly contagious as laughter and good-humour."
- A Christmas Carol, Charles Dickens

Happy Holidays!

The snow and ice has been consuming everyones lifestyle. How have you been dealing with the changes?

This is the first blog I have made in days!
I hope you have all been shoveling your sidewalks and driveways!
My time has been saturated with work, exploring the landscape and the incredible lights that are reflecting off of the city's surfaces.

My opportunities this past week have taken me on some fascinating adventures. 

I have pushed our BMW out of Eddie Vedder's driveway, dined on Dim-sum in a restaurant that has an average temperature of 40 degrees, hugged a stranger, and have taken the time to stop and listen to the silence. 

The city has taken on a new essence. People are scaling snow mounds, helping people cross the street, using numerous devices to slide down Denny way, and most of all taking the time to slow down and enjoy the holidays.

I will be traveling down south for Christmas with my family.
I will take this opportunity to take a break from my hectic schedule and enjoy the holiday.

My next post will be about the progression of numerous projects. Next year will be an eventful and fantastic year, if you need any photography needs please let me know as soon as possible.

I am always up for new assignments.

Have a safe and warm celebration!

Sounds like a strong winter storm is headed our way!!!

I am ecstatic about the storm that may or may not be arriving upon us! Living in Washington means, NEVER trust the weather report! I have spent the last few days shopping, preparing for Christmas, yes I said it, Christmas! I know some may feel it is not the most politically correct identification to make but, I feel it is the perfect time of year to do some incredible holiday shooting and give into my childhood memories!






We are fortunate enough to witness this rare and beautiful weather. I hope your are celebrating this incredible occasion!
I finished our tree, Robert is back from New York and sleeping snug in our bed.
Our tree provided me with the opportunity to capture the nostalgic essence of Christmas!



I traveled down the street to purchase the finishing touches for our tree and witnessed some hilarious situations.
People, "white knuckling the steering wheel, afraid of spinning out, fighting over the closest parking space at the mall, arguing over whether snow was wet or hard water...I know, I know, I couldn't believe it when i heard it! Kids laughing at me when I fell on the side walk, not one, not two, but three times. That is the point when you laugh and acknowledge the humor of the situation.
Hopefully, we will get some extra snow on Saturday night...I mean tonight!

Our tree looks great, what does yours look like?

How are you dealing with the Deep FREEZE?

The weather is the perfect opportunity to do some indoor shooting. Winter break is here and Christmas is just around the corner.
I will be spending the next several weeks wrapping up projects and enjoying the time off.
Work has been hectic but the load will eventually lighten up and provide me with a little more free time to explore Seattle's Georgetown area.
There are numerous neighborhoods in the area that go unexplored. I know many people prefer imagery of the Space Needle, Pikes Place Market, the Financial District and the water front. However, I find the environments outside to the norm much more intriguing.
I am including a little sunshine in the posting!
I hope you enjoy it.
Warm regards,
Sean Balko

Snow in Seattle before Christmas?

Hello Everyone,
We have just had our first snow of the year and it is not even Christmas.

The stock market is constantly fluctuating, the bailout for the the auto corporations failed, housing prices drastically dropping, foreclosures everywhere, and yet we still have hope.

The coming year will hopefully be the start of a reinvented perspective for everyone!

In order to continue progressing and deal with the current times I decided to go back to school!
I was accepted to the University of Washington's photography program.
The opportunity has provided me with fresh new tools for my work and my company.
The idea of a show is constantly on my mind. Any suggestions on a theme or a venue for showcasing my work would be greatly appreciated.

One idea I am toying around with is "Places of Faith and Worship".
I am including one possible image in this posting to intrigue your thoughts and interest.
I think it is an excellent opportunity to stimulate my intuition and my craft.
Thank you for your support and have a safe and happy holiday.

Warm regards,
Sean Balko
p.s. If you are needing any holiday photos let me know. My schedule is filling up fast!