So as you notice, amcoli.com has a new look. Yes people, I’ve moved from Godaddy Smart Space to a grown ups blog from WordPress called Thesis. still with a little code issues that can’t figure out (argh…) so if you are a web designer, know some code or has any idea how to help me with my issues I would reaaaaally appreciated.

Ok so back to business…

Amecoli.com will still have cool photography, graphic design, art thoughts and finds and everything else in between, but with a little add on twist that I think all of you will enjoy. I will use my online marketing knowledge and help you; all my creative people out there, how to promote your work and make a brand of yourself. I will help you build a strong online presence that will not only help you promote your work online but will also help you offline, meet and network with others in the industry, get freelance jobs, etc….

Did you know that 30% of employees Google your name before they call you for an interview? did you know they also want to find out pieces of your portfolio online and how you promote yourself? well… worry not! as I will help you do the best I can… Promote yoursel online and ofline.

So are you ready to put your career online and get the exposure you deserve? well, come’ on in and grab a chair, here at amecoli.com will travel together on this journey.

No, I don’t know it all, and yes! I will teach you everything I learn along the way so you can apply it as well.

any thoughts? you like the change? stick to the old stuff?

Well this past Saturday (June 13, 2009)  I headed to downtown Miami with my friend Angela to Art Walk Miami. She mentioned it was a good place to go and look at different galleries and a good plan to do for FREE!. Some of the galleries  served wine and cheese while you look at their art. Hey, with paintings going for $5,000 or more, they’d better give me some wine! At the galleries most art pieces are for sale but who has a minimum of $1,600 to get an original piece? 

It seems like unique art is only available for the rich. I mean, if you have $1,600 to spend on a painting 5 x 7 then I consider you rich.  Don’t get me wrong, the pieces are fantastic, I mean these people are just truly amazing, but me? a middle class girl could only ever hope to own a piece like that. Well I didn’t have to dream for long, because while walking down the streets of art walk, I met a man who is a true inspiration and has a true love for art.  He is not a gallery owner but a graduate from FIU who took the initiative to grab a few of his paintings, head down to the art walk, place them on the side walk and offer them to the public.

His paintings were really good. I specially liked the one with the cats and he said his inspiration was the Mardi Gras. Oh my, what a wonderful painting it is!

I was very curious to know more about the painting and about him as an artist, so I decided to sit with him for a few minutes and what I discovered was amazing.

He told me the story of this rich guy who buys his art for very cheap. I mean this guy even asks for  discounts. Then turns around, puts it on the gallery and sell them for at least $7,000. I mean, I know his art is worth that, but why is it that the artist that does all the work, creates a masterpiece and is the one that gets a few dollars for his creation? I mean he is doesn’t even sell it to the gallery for half the prize!

With that in mind, he asked a few other artists friends to come and join him and show their art on one of the sidewalks of the Art Walk Miami. Like he said ” it is freedom of expression” and we all should be able to express art and enjoy it.

He was asking only $300 a piece, I mean, if you know something about art or if you don’t you can definitely guess that 300 bucks barely covers the cost of the  canvas, the painting and who knows how many hours he spent creating it. The paintings are big, so they must’ve taken a long time.

I’m the #1 supporter of local Art, local artists and this guy and his love for art was just truly an inspiration. Not only the rich and famous should be able to afford unique art, anyone can. And with guys like this little by little society will change that way of thinking and soon we will all be able to afford unique pieces and not settle for just poster copies.

here is a short video we took of him explaining his pieces and the inspiration behind them.

If you are interested in any of his pieces or would like to contact him to see more of his art,  you can reach him at: 305-542-7259 or email him at inkakeystone@yahoo.com 

Please post your comments and show your support.

To learn more about Art Walk which happens the second Saturday of every month, please visit 

Want to see a few other pictures we took at the Art Walk? head over to my Flickr account and enjoy!

If you’re looking for a fabulous wedding photographer, there are many different people out there that you can find to work with. There are so many things to think about when it comes to your wedding, that I wanted to make it a little easier for you. That’s why I took the time to check out some photographers, and I’ve found a few websites online that I want to recommend to you.

LifeFocus Photography http://www.lifefocusphoto.com
Central Florida Photography
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LifeFocus Photography is a husband-wife duo based out of Central Florida. They have been studying photography for the better part of 13 years, and they love taking pictures. They offer photography for all special events in life, from weddings to new babies. While they both come from different backgrounds, together they have all the experience and passion that you want in a great wedding photographer. For a Central Florida wedding, this wedding photographer is a great choice!

Well Spun Wedding Video  http://www.wellspunweddings.com/
South Florida and Nationwide Videography
follow them on twitter  @ WeddingFilms

If you want a vintage wedding video, this company is the one for you! The owner, Jon Gangwer couldn’t find the videographer that he wanted for his own wedding, which led him to create a wedding video company to offer other people an alternative to traditional wedding videos. For wedding resources, this is a great company. They have a great variety of choices of video styles and offer that artistic touch that so many people desire. You can find contact information and surprisingly affordable prices on their website.

Karen Lisa Artistic Photography http://www.karenlisa.com
South Florida & Nationwide Photography
Follow her on twitter @ karenlisa

For South Florida wedding resources, Karen Lisa is a great wedding photographer. She has an artistic flair that is unmatched in the area. She works within a tri-county area, but she will travel nationwide to photograph any wedding for a nominal fee. Her pictures are anything but typical, and can offer the classic wedding photos you need along with a touch of artistic style that can make your wedding scrapbook a work of art. Anyone can take pictures. This photographer creates art.

Balloon Art Wedding Photos http://twitpic.com/2iqcf
Miami, Florida Photography Art
Follow them on twitter @mylifeandart 

Of all the things you could find for your wedding, did you ever think of balloon art photography? Irina Patterson is a Russian-born national residing in Miami, FL. She has a full showcase of her artwork on Twitpic, including wedding balloon models and every other occasion that you could imagine. You might not have pictured your wedding to include balloon art, but when you see her creations you might just change your mind.

These are four great wedding resources that you can check out when you’re in the market for a wedding photographer, video, or other memory creators. There are a lot of choices out there for wedding plans, and this is just one that I’m trying to make a little easier for my readers. 

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