Jack and I enjoyed our second long weekend in a row (yes, I’ll count Marathon Monday as a day off), as we spent the entirety of Friday celebrating the nuptials of some dear friends.
They had perfect weather for their day (meaning Jack got to break out the grey suit), and the immensely talented Hannah Persson was close at hand to document the ceremony. For more of Hannah’s shots from the wedding, head to her blog.
We’ve been very, very lucky to be very, very busy with work for some pretty terrific clients lately. Most of our current projects are still under wraps, but with these Save the Dates having been mailed out last week, we’re excited to share a few quick shots here.
A spare day? This is the stuff of my dreams! (Though really, an extra hour or two per day would be better still.)
In broad strokes, I understand the concept of the Leap Year, and you probably do, too; that understanding didn’t stop me from enjoying – and learning from – C. G. P. Grey’s video explaining the Leap Day and what exactly it’s for.
What will you do with your extra day?
video credit: C. G. P. Grey
We’re not much for Valentine’s Day ourselves. (Arbitrarily assigned love days are out. Sneaky surprises on random Fridays are in.) Tonight, Jack has class, and I’m headed out for an annual night in with some of my very favorite women. We will, as always, rendezvous at home. I will, as always, think he’s pretty neat.
On the other hand, Jack and I do appreciate good stationery, and also puns; Valentine’s Day is arguably about those, too. We’re conflicted.
And so, a few (just a few) of the love notes crossed our paths today, that we wouldn’t mind receiving any day of the year.
Last week, the Globe events team announced a love note contest on twitter – submit your note for a chance to surprise your sweetheart with a prize.
I quickly tapped out a silly haiku.
More and more frequently over the past few months, Jack has been joining me on my mileage. The company has been welcome, and the time has, on the whole, been remarkably productive for UJC projects.
Last weekend, the Super Sunday 5-Miler offered up free entry for anyone who had never run a road race before. This, combined with the comfortable mid-morning start time (10:30), the promise of an after party and the participation of friends, led us both to the starting line on Sunday.
It may be dreary out in Boston, but there’s no mistaking the thrill of a rapidly approaching weekend. We’re awash in to-do lists, and today’s weather is just the right sort for settling in to cross some things off.
First, a few things striking our fancy this week.
Photography is not our primary focus, nor is videography, but the CineSkates camera sliders make us want to give moving pictures a try.
I’ve been holding off on posting about our New Years invites because, frankly, I’m concerned that images won’t do them justice – but the time has come.
This year was our fourth year hosting a black tie NYE, and our third designing formal invitations. For a peek at years past, check out this post, and the portfolio.
Postcard Save the Dates are a popular request – less cost for postage, less cost for envelopes and overall simplicity make postcards appealing and approachable.
Though we are more than happy to price out postcard options for clients, and often do, the question always arises: what does Union Jack Creative recommend?
We tend toward anti-postcard, and this is why:
In honor of last night’s fleeting snowfall in Boston (the arrival of winter at last?): an incredibly slick urban skiing video.
Enjoy!