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April 30, 2009 // NEWS

I've been asked several times "So Ray, what's the story behind goodtimes?" So, I decided to post this blog, mostly because it's just a great story (at least to my wife and me it is). Here it goes... As most of you know my wife is a teacher. She is always coming home and sharing funny stories about the kids. These stories are always much more amusing to her than they are to me. Well, all except the stories about Justin. About 4 or 5 years ago she had a student named Justin. I loved hearing about that kids wild antics. The things he would say were just so witty for a 7 year old! So one day my wife tells me that Justin topped himself with the story he had told her that day. He said " Mrs. Santana I'm really tired today." And my wife in her maternal concern , asked him, "why", thinking maybe he had a nightmare or something of the sort. He said "actually Mrs. Santana, my big brother was sleeping in my bed and he pissed all over me." Now here comes the clincher...at the end of that matter of fact statement, he shook his head, drew in a long breath, and said...goodtimes. So ever since then my wife and I pepper everyday sentences with gooodtimes. Here are a few: The dog has diarrhea...goodtimes... That was a great dinner...goodtimes. Well you guys get the picture. Oh, and if you are wondering why I spell it the way I do, well that's the way Justin would write it on his notes to my wife because he knew the phrase amused her. The phrase just spilled over into my writing when I started to blog. Justin will never really know how he infused humor in our lives...goodtimes

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Gene Higa:

haha great one, mi Tio. major goodtimes. Next time you talk to Justin, Let him know how many people he has made smile. goodtimes. Hey when you call or text me. Your caller i.d. is goodtimes. LOL, so perfect. See now you got me doing it. goodtimes. talk to you soon Tio ray.

(04.30.09 @ 11:48 AM)

Jason Thon:

Now that is a funny story Ray! I can only imagine that Anna would have had a hard time from laughing with that ending!

(04.30.09 @ 09:45 PM)

Kenny Kim:

Good times indeed my friend. And I got that quote from you and started making it my own :)

(05.01.09 @ 01:48 PM)

pedro diaz:

a really funny story with a great message, goodtimes, ha ha ha...

(05.01.09 @ 04:43 PM)

Shane Melenbacker:

Everytime I hear that story it makes me laugh! Later Bro...

(05.04.09 @ 10:19 AM)

Leah Lund:

Hilarious, Ray!!! A big "Ah-Ha" moment for us that see this on twitter, etc!

(05.05.09 @ 04:16 PM)

Armin:

Still a great story Ray!

(05.05.09 @ 10:28 PM)

Riz Crescini:

And here I thought it was a Kenny Kim original :) So that's the story behind this awesome phrase. Thanks for enlightening, my friend. Great post...goodtimes!!

(05.27.09 @ 10:01 AM)

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The Mike Colon XI 4-day Intensive

April 28, 2009 // NEWS

The Mike Colón XI 4-day Intensive
05/18/09 to 05/21/09
Ok short and to the point!!

As some of you may know, I've known Mike Colón for many years now. I have been blessed to
shoot with him all over the world. Just to mention a few NYC, Aruba, Puerto Rico Paris,
Monaco, Italy, Tuscany, Florence, Miami Fl, West Palm Beach, Toronto Canada, Santa Barbara,
all over California.

Yes, there are a lot of workshops and seminars out there, many good ones, but few great ones.
To say his is one of the great ones would be an understatement.
At Mike's Workshop you will meet amazing people from all over the US and possibly abroad! You will build up the most incredible portfolio. Listen, I can just go on and on. I've come a long way and a lot of it has to do with me going to Mike's workshop many years ago. I promise you a lot of the popular photographers you see out there, have gone through Mike Colón.

If there is a workshop you've been waiting for all year, look no further guys, this is it.
If you are ready to step up to the plate and soak up priceless knowledge the time is now. Everyone knows times are a bit tough now, but that is even more reason to attend! Mike is a marketing wizard and he will share his amazing tips with you during this workshop. Don't miss out on this opportunity!
Fore more info click here.

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David Burke:

I can second Ray's review here. Mike's workshop is totally worth the investment. I have built (and continue to do so) so many incredible relationships from my experience in 2007. Do yourself a favor and register. You will not be disappointed.

(04.29.09 @ 07:33 AM)

ray santana:

db you know this is the workshop 2 go to if you want to kick in 2 gear... So much you will get out of it it's not even funny... I will be fying out to Cali to give him a hand on his Major cool workshop plus we are gonna train a bit a couple days before for his tourny coming up in THE WORLD JIU-JITSU CHAMPIONSHIP IN JUNE... If anyone is around and wants to train with us come by I can always use a new neck to choke out !! If you've never been put to sleep your gonna love it j/k... Major goodtimes coming

(04.29.09 @ 11:35 AM)

Jason Thon:

I couldn't agree more with David and Ray. I took Mike's workshop in 1997. I had heard Mike speak multiple times before, but it didn't matter. This workshop really takes all of Mike's beliefs on the wedding photography business and lays it out in an informative yet easy to understand format! The best part is how laid back Mike is. He is more than accessible and you won't meet a cooler family! I was amazed how he never "turned off" for lack of a better word. There were nights that we were scheduled till 9 PM or so, and he was still going well past that. If you truly want to invest in your business and meet some other amazing photographers who will friends for years to come, you can't go wrong with this workshop!

(04.29.09 @ 09:23 PM)

Jason Thon:

I couldn't agree more with David and Ray. I took Mike's workshop in 2007. I had heard Mike speak multiple times before, but it didn't matter. This workshop really takes all of Mike's beliefs on the wedding photography business and lays it out in an informative yet easy to understand format! The best part is how laid back Mike is. He is more than accessible and you won't meet a cooler family! I was amazed how he never "turned off" for lack of a better word. There were nights that we were scheduled till 9 PM or so, and he was still going well past that. If you truly want to invest in your business and meet some other amazing photographers who will friends for years to come, you can't go wrong with this workshop!

(04.29.09 @ 09:26 PM)

t the Brit:

Well this is a great course. In fact that is me in the background making sure I can keep up with Mike and the great angles and images he produces. Mike totally rocks and gives a lot of himself and his techniques. i have only ever attended three workshops and 2 of them were for Mike Colon.
I flew from the Uk for both of them and Mike has helped me deliver and get more high end brides.
If you invest in one thing this year, do this. T the Brit

(04.30.09 @ 04:49 PM)

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GRACE ORMONDE WEDDING STYLE

February 23, 2009 // NEWS

A huge thank you to Grace Ormonde from grace ormonde wedding style magazine.
This has been such an awesome week of shooting for the magazine all over Florida and still another week of shooting with Grace. Check out her New issue it's awesome and has my Published Florence, Italy wedding in it. Anna and I thank you for all the great dinners here in Miami...See you in again in April for Fashion week in NYC with unclemike...The Best Wedding magazine out by far...goodtimes

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David Burke:

looking good brotha! I love the cleanliness and big photos! nothing beats clean design. congrats!

(02.24.09 @ 03:59 PM)

Kenny Nakai:

Great new blog! Looks great!

(02.24.09 @ 04:02 PM)

Gavin Wade:

Hey Ray! Loving the new blog man! It's clean-cut and high class all the way; 100% you! So stoked for what's to come for you; can't wait! Good times :)

(02.24.09 @ 04:43 PM)

Todd Good:

Ray, I'm loving the killer new layout. Mad props bro! This blog will see lots of goodtimes!!!!

(02.24.09 @ 04:57 PM)

Terry Clark:

Great new blog buddy! Awesome to see your images BIG! Talk soon, been too long!!

(02.24.09 @ 07:33 PM)

T the rit:

Well that is a cracker of a layout. I agree with Anna I love the new blog. Cannot wait to see you in the next few weeks bro T my love

(02.24.09 @ 07:47 PM)

Riccis Valladares:

Cool, clean and huge! Very nice, bro... Congrats!

(02.24.09 @ 08:52 PM)

dawn davis:

Love your new blog my friend... it rocks! As does your imagery. I can't wait until I get mine up and running. I love the gallery style look as well. You're the best. Miss you and Anna so much! xoxoxo ~ Dawn

(02.24.09 @ 11:06 PM)

Jason Thon:

The new blog looks great Ray! I'll let you know if we end up coming down your way! Have fun on the rest of the Grace shoot.

(02.24.09 @ 11:26 PM)

eliesa:

LOVE the new Blog!!!! WOO HOO!

(02.25.09 @ 11:35 AM)

Jeff Wilson:

Ray I love the new blog. I can't wait to see the images from the shoot you've been doing this week.

(02.25.09 @ 08:04 PM)

Thao Tran:

I love the new blog. Very slick and contemporary.

(02.27.09 @ 10:49 PM)

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