Jul 24

chasejarvis TECH: How to Pack, Prep & Travel with GoPro Cameras (<---bonus, also works for almost camera system)

I've been shooting religiously with GoPro cameras since they came out way back in the day. Love those little monsters. At a minimum, I travel with three or more Hero3's for any shoot - I've just found they just come in super-duper handy for all sortsa great stuff. BUT.... taking into account mounts, memory cards, chargers, spare batteries and all miscellany associated with the GoPro and you've got yourself quite a load of... read more ›
Jul 15
Jul 11

15 Tips for Creatives to Get the Most Legal Bang for Your Legal Buck

Contracts can be a nightmare. I've never loved contracts even for a hot second, but fortunately I've surrounded myself with an awesome Executive Producer who really likes them -- Kate (she's also my wife), and a great lawyer or two. We know what a pain point this can be for creatives everywhere, so we sat down and pulled together a series of 15 tips aimed to help you navigate these messy waters. We know legal... read more ›
Jul 10
Jul 04

How to Shoot [photograph] Fireworks

Happy Birthday USA! Quick and Dirty Tips for Shooting Fireworks: [If you want an in-depth step by step check out the video above from creativeLIVE] 1. Use a Tripod You'll want to make sure your camera is stable and secure. Check out some support systems here. 2. Remote Release Invest in a remote release device. You can also use the timer shutter release function - but a remote release is the best option. 3. ISO... read more ›
Jul 02
Jun 28

Let’s Have Dinner & Talk About Death [Kickstarter of the Week]

I didn't talk about it much, but over the past month I lost two close family members in 48 hours. My grandmother passed away on Mother's Day and my wife Kate's grandmother passed away 2 days later. Neither was expected. As you might imagine, it was a crushing week (and following month) for our family. And now not a day goes by that I don't think about them. More importantly, I've had a real chance... read more ›
Jun 27

How to Make Money Selling Drugs — A Public Service Announcement

Just a personal note to YOU from my homie, actor Adrian Grenier [Entourage]... He is stoked to announce the LA, NY, Seattle, Portland & Atlanta theatrical opening for his latest documentary film How to Make Money Selling Drugs. I have seen the movie - it's fantastic. An interesting twisted approach to awareness around the causes and effects of the whole drug war enchilada... If you've ever wondered about the failed, resource-sucking... read more ›
Jun 19

Win a VIP Trip To Hang with Me + Some of The World’s Best Minds In San Francisco — “Secrets of Silicon Valley” with creativeLIVE

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UPDATE: 5 bonus winners!!  Five folks have won a free download of Secrets from Silicon Valley featuring Reid Hoffman, Tim Ferriss, Guy Kawasaki --all who have profoundly influenced my career-- plus many other great business minds. Congrats to: Nelson Mouellic Bob Fisher Brian Bulemore Rodrigo Figueras Tony DiMaggio Winners: email production@chasejarvis.com to claim your prize. AND... Tune in  LIVE RIGHT NOW. Guy Kawasaki is coming up next. UPDATE: Huge thanks to the 500 or so... read more ›
Jun 18

What Sustains Creativity? [Plus a 24-hour Photo Marathon]

My friends at the Photo Center NW are always showcasing new work and ideas that help progress the craft of photography. I'm a huge fan (and an honorary board member) of PCNW and this is a cool event they are putting on that I wanted y'all to know about... and it's happening THIS WEEK. A 24-hour photo marathon going down on the longest day of the year June 21 (that's in 3 days). Rafael Soldi... read more ›