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School of Rock – Round 2

Belleville Mural Project

This morning we grabbed some donuts from Braeutigam Orchards and then ran over to help for a few minutes at the latest mural created by the Belleville Mural Project. Jillian’s always finding fun stuff for us to do. I do wish I was better at that skill. She is great at it. Any rate, itContinue reading “Belleville Mural Project”

Thanks Metro East

In 2019 Jillian and I started coming to The Journey Metro East in Belleville. We made friends with several folks there who we’ve grown close to in our relationships. During the covid lockdown in 2020 I started leading worship as a contractor on Sunday mornings and have been leading there ever since. I believe theContinue reading “Thanks Metro East”

A for Effort!

The ‘You Shouldn’t Have to Choose’ ad that I created for SKC Enterprises, Inc dba Rent One and RNR Tire Express won 2 Telly Awards. One Bronze for Directing and one Bronze for Voiceover. Really proud of how it turned out and grateful for the Telly!See below for all the wonderful folks involved. :: Credits :: Producer / DirectorContinue reading “A for Effort!”

School of Rock – The Musical

A month or so ago my son and I auditioned for School of Rock – The Musical. I like to stick to things I know, and honestly Musical Theater is not one of those things. That being said, I’m very thrilled that we stepped out of our comfort zone a bit and both landed aContinue reading “School of Rock – The Musical”

Photos Phriday?

Can’t think of a better title for this. But I’d love to start sharing some highlights from my weeks captured in photo format. I no longer own a smartphone, so the stills I capture are less frequent. I’m either using a nice mirrorless or a very non-flashy pocket camera I’ve been using called the PaperContinue reading “Photos Phriday?”

Because You Shouldn’t Have to Choose

I had such a joy creating this ad for our Rent One & RNR Tire Express cobranded campaign. I had the opportunity to create this spot from start to finish (Writing/Shooting/Editing/VoiceOver) and I am so happy with the finished product. The cast had no prior acting experience and wow were they wonderful. I’d like to alsoContinue reading “Because You Shouldn’t Have to Choose”

Bye, Tree

Here’s a video I made when removing the Christmas Tree from the house this year. I shared it with some close friends whom enjoyed it. Figured I’d share it with you here… Hope you like it and have a beautiful day. -Owen

How to Be More Relationally Present

In his 2015 book, 5 Gears – How to be Present and Productive When there is Never Enough Time, Jeremie Kubicek talks about these 5 gears that we all have that mirror that of an engine. Each gear has its place, but the trick is being ‘fully engaged’ in each one at the appropriate time.Continue reading “How to Be More Relationally Present”

Hoppy Lobby

I’ve been slowly learning the art of beer brewing. It’s a very interesting world to wander into. I’d liken the homebrew fanbase to that of the cycling community. In both communities there’s a vast range of beginner to expert level brewers, but the consensus is ‘just do your best and have fun along the way.’Continue reading “Hoppy Lobby”