Adventure Photographs, Trip Reports, Humanitarian Projects, Creative RamblingsTumblr (3.0; @jessehambley)http://jessehambley.com/<p>I got started in design mostly out of curiosity. I started teaching myself at a very young age and so the process naturally lead to producing photos, graphics, and videos. After working in multimedia for almost ten years now, I don’t care about design as much as I used to. To me, the product is more important and design can only come second. So I get more geeked out on building strong products these days. Pretty graphics are meaningless unless they support a great program or product.</p>http://jessehambley.com/post/50145237272http://jessehambley.com/post/50145237272Fri, 10 May 2013 22:11:53 -0700<img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/8563ccb964bb87db773e35c878449bd6/tumblr_mmg0veznm81qbmph1o1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p>GH3</p>http://jessehambley.com/post/49871666173http://jessehambley.com/post/49871666173Tue, 07 May 2013 12:30:00 -0700panasonicgh3prophotosupplyvideoPortlandcameras<img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/241f4e19bbd4a5bb77d3d76b88b5de78/tumblr_ml7tzbdJ5O1qbmph1o1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p>Bike to hike!<span><span><span id="place-title"><strong><br/></strong></span></span></span></p>http://jessehambley.com/post/47901578181http://jessehambley.com/post/47901578181Sat, 13 Apr 2013 15:47:35 -0700naturewildernesspnwpacific northwestportlandfisheyephotographyhikingbianchifixed gearfixieinjury recoverySmith and Bybee Wetlands Natural Area OR<img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/fdf777f9e2cb5c3c27b98528958d2dbf/tumblr_mkwhkpxwgq1qbmph1o1_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/8959c8593b9b3cd7ad7780f6849e3159/tumblr_mkwhkpxwgq1qbmph1o2_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/e81f43d956960e5c5303d46e8613241b/tumblr_mkwhkpxwgq1qbmph1o3_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/0c4eedaf578be25eba3bb03a4fe18425/tumblr_mkwhkpxwgq1qbmph1o4_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/6c9e6e9a30a0eb322f1a1fb8155eab51/tumblr_mkwhkpxwgq1qbmph1o5_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><p>Just got done editing a few photos from the shoot with <a href="http://www.mazamaoutdoors.com" target="_blank">Mazama Outdoors</a>. Really nice company and I learned a lot on the shoot! Onward!</p>http://jessehambley.com/post/47391220967http://jessehambley.com/post/47391220967Sun, 07 Apr 2013 12:46:01 -0700outdoorspacic northwestpnwkayakingphotographyoutdoor industrycareer<iframe src="//www.tumblr.com/video/jessehambley/43545425125/400" id="tumblr_video_iframe_43545425125" class="tumblr_video_iframe" width="400" height="213" style="display:block;background-color:transparent;overflow:hidden;" allowTransparency="true" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" webkitAllowFullScreen mozallowfullscreen allowFullScreen></iframe><br/><br/><p>The RC Aerial Rig is up in the air and we’ve been getting some great footage, including this unexpected and unexplained wreck on Sunday! Enjoy!</p>http://jessehambley.com/post/43545425125http://jessehambley.com/post/43545425125Tue, 19 Feb 2013 20:52:00 -0800aerialrcvideophotographycrashvideo production<img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/2296a123dd5f308dc90621b0e2869774/tumblr_mii43lKJNP1qbmph1o2_500.jpg"/><br/> Photo by http://www.jeffsnyderphotography.com<br/><br/> <img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/71d946e8033e717503cb71d6833743be/tumblr_mii43lKJNP1qbmph1o5_500.jpg"/><br/> Photo by http://www.leiferiksmith.com/<br/><br/> <img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/97800be705bea76d8d979e86d2eb3e09/tumblr_mii43lKJNP1qbmph1o6_500.jpg"/><br/> Photo by http://www.leiferiksmith.com/<br/><br/> <img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/6b6e428c90574c50a6b08bf0f1942657/tumblr_mii43lKJNP1qbmph1o3_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/0e9a6ce2104731b226820d59ba2af05d/tumblr_mii43lKJNP1qbmph1o1_500.jpg"/><br/> Photo by http://www.freesolophotography.com/<br/><br/> <img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/dfadcff07429942dd7c66880be627b30/tumblr_mii43lKJNP1qbmph1o4_500.jpg"/><br/> http://www.jeffsnyderphotography.com/<br/><br/> <img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/07d3e14acfee7bc872b078129ac660f8/tumblr_mii43lKJNP1qbmph1o7_500.jpg"/><br/> Photo by http://www.freesolophotography.com/<br/><br/> <img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/e8fc63dd650c7cd421d5dd25550e4462/tumblr_mii43lKJNP1qbmph1o8_500.jpg"/><br/> Photo by http://www.freesolophotography.com/<br/><br/> <p>Thanks to everyone that has been following along with the <a href="http://www.gokumari.org">Jagat Lama film project</a> I’ve been part of. The team has been training hard for the last 8 weeks preparing for the Himalayas. Alpine trainings starting at 3am, vaccinations, story development, rc aerial rig development, gear preparations and I’ve loving every second of it. This project wouldn’t have been possible without the tremendous support from Keen Footwear, Icebreaker, Goal Zero, The Clymb, Sterling Rope and the ton of other outdoor companies who have helped.</p>http://jessehambley.com/post/43543270281http://jessehambley.com/post/43543270281Tue, 19 Feb 2013 20:21:00 -0800careerlifenon-profitprojectshumanitarian<img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/0bccab555768e2f0bd171034eafbffaf/tumblr_mhl6h5BamV1qbmph1o1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p>Bigger motor installed, Center of Gravity reinstated, and camera gimbal stabilizer added. Let’s get this thing off the ground!</p>http://jessehambley.com/post/42090293603http://jessehambley.com/post/42090293603Sat, 02 Feb 2013 01:31:53 -0800<img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/41b8d4f711f0a7335620dcd4987c77c2/tumblr_mg85744Th31qbmph1o1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p>Another beautiful morning skinning up Mt. Hood…</p>http://jessehambley.com/post/39870134067http://jessehambley.com/post/39870134067Sun, 06 Jan 2013 14:01:00 -0800Pacific Northwestexercisemt. hoodoregonpnwportlandskiingskinningsnowboardingsplitboadtrainingnatureoutdoors<p><ol><li>learning how to build and code on an arduino platform</li> <li>learning about electricity and how to build my own circuit boards</li> <li>building two rc airplanes for aerial photography for outdoor and humanitarian projects</li> <li>working with Small World News on an android app to train citizen journalist. Getting ideas together for a North Korean version. Read more here <a href="http://tinyurl.com/cvcjw2n" target="_blank"><a href="http://tinyurl.com/cvcjw2n">http://tinyurl.com/cvcjw2n</a></a></li> <li>working with Mountain Leadership Institute and Freesolo Collective on an awareness documentary about Kumari, Nepal. Please donate at <a href="http://tinyurl.com/brbtyyj" target="_blank"><a href="http://tinyurl.com/brbtyyj">http://tinyurl.com/brbtyyj</a></a></li> <li>catching up on responsive design, html5, content strategy and mobile design</li> <li>rock climbing, finding and documenting new boulders <a href="http://www.pnwboulders.com" target="_blank"><a href="http://www.pnwboulders.com">www.pnwboulders.com</a></a></li> <li>lastly and most important, spending time with my wonderful girlfriend Bo</li> </ol></p>http://jessehambley.com/post/38420642822http://jessehambley.com/post/38420642822Thu, 20 Dec 2012 16:05:00 -0800year end2012<img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_mazuik4HkB1qbmph1o1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p>Finally added Bridge of Da Gods to <a href="http://www.pnwboulders.com/"><a href="http://www.pnwboulders.com">www.pnwboulders.com</a></a>. Happy climbing Portland!</p>http://jessehambley.com/post/32402406711http://jessehambley.com/post/32402406711Thu, 27 Sep 2012 10:54:54 -0700boulderingclimbingcragspnwpacific northwestportlandoregonrock climbing<img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_mayz1lMso81qbmph1o1_500.png"/><br/><br/><p>Please stop by <a href="http://www.theclymb.com/kumari">theclymb.com</a> and buy some Icebreaker Clothing in the next few days. Sales help support the <a href="http://www.gokumari.org">Kumari Project</a> I’ve been assisting on.</p>http://jessehambley.com/post/32338849555http://jessehambley.com/post/32338849555Wed, 26 Sep 2012 11:22:00 -0700natureoutdoorsnon-profitsupportcauses<img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_mahg5cz9DK1qbmph1o1_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_mahg5cz9DK1qbmph1o2_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_mahg5cz9DK1qbmph1o3_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_mahg5cz9DK1qbmph1o4_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_mahg5cz9DK1qbmph1o5_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_mahg5cz9DK1qbmph1o6_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><p>Loving the rock up at Larch Mtn and Bridge of Da Gods… (right outside Portland)</p>http://jessehambley.com/post/31719546923http://jessehambley.com/post/31719546923Mon, 17 Sep 2012 00:15:12 -0700boulderingpnwpacific northwestclimbingrock climbingportlandfamilynaturewashington<img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_ma4bnl6RxS1qbmph1o1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p>Ape Caves, WA.</p>http://jessehambley.com/post/31256439756http://jessehambley.com/post/31256439756Sun, 09 Sep 2012 22:09:21 -0700pnwwashingtonpacific northwestcavescavingnatureclimbingadventure<img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_m9r0b72V131qbmph1o1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p>Another beautiful weekend out finding <a href="http://www.pnwboulders.com/boulders/washington/larch-mtn-camas/" target="_blank">new boulders</a> with my girlfriend! </p>http://jessehambley.com/post/30763736203http://jessehambley.com/post/30763736203Sun, 02 Sep 2012 17:35:31 -0700pnwclimbingboulderingportlandcragsrock climbingnaturehikingadventureamericaoregonpacific northwest<img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_m8urcnmNsC1qbmph1o1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p>My beautiful girlfriend traversing at Rocky Butte in Portland :)</p>http://jessehambley.com/post/29552117512http://jessehambley.com/post/29552117512Thu, 16 Aug 2012 07:38:47 -0700pnwportlandboulderingclimbingrock climbingadventurenaturepdxpacific northwestlove<img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_m8av1htYRs1qbmph1o1_r1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p>Anyone out there need a logo for their baking company? I have a set that was never used and would love to see them find a good home.</p>http://jessehambley.com/post/28785719397http://jessehambley.com/post/28785719397Sun, 05 Aug 2012 13:46:00 -0700designlogobakingcupcakesbakerychefwedding cakesportlandpdxpacific northwestPNWgraphic designmarketing<img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lsh3te7tC91qbmph1o1_r2_500.jpg"/><br/> Photo provided by www.peakdesignltd.com.<br/><br/> <img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lsh3te7tC91qbmph1o10_r1_500.jpg"/><br/> Photo provided by www.peakdesignltd.com.<br/><br/> <h2><strong>An Essential for Hiking and Climbing Photographers</strong></h2> <p><br/><strong>$79.99 - </strong><strong>Peak Design Capture System at <a href="http://www.prophotosupply.com" target="_blank">Pro Photo Supply</a> (in Portland, OR)<br/></strong></p> <p>In search of a camera carrying system that would allow me quick access to my camera while hiking, I came across the <a href="http://www.peakdesignltd.com/capture">Peak Design Capture System</a>. I took the Capture System out on various hikes to test it’s durability, functionality, quick access, and comfort over several hours of hiking. Here are my findings for the Peak Design Capture System:</p> <p><strong>Overview:</strong><br/>The Capture System is simply a clamping device that secures your camera to your belt or backpack’s shoulder strap. It utilizes a plate that screws right into your camera’s tripod mount and then slides down into the clamping mechanism attached to you. After the camera is locked in place, you can quickly release it by holding in a button and lifting your camera out. Designed with the hiker in mind, I was really excited to test this product out. I took it on a 6 mile round trip hike at Silver Lake, OR, even tho this was more of a recreational hike it still gave me ample opportunities to get a feel for it. For this test, I attached the device to my backpack’s shoulder strap.</p> <p><strong>Durability:<br/></strong>The thing is made out of metal, it’s pretty darn durable. It actually sliced open my finger while I was taking out the plate. I wasn’t even mad, I’d rather it be built too sturdy, especially with holding thousands of dollars worth of camera equipment to you.<strong><br/></strong></p> <p><strong>Functionality:<br/></strong>After a handful of adjustments, the device functions as advertised and securely held my camera to my backpack strap. I didn’t experience much side to side or up and down camera movement as I was hiking<strong>. </strong>Because of the weight of the camera though, it did tilt a little bit forward, but I was really expecting it to be much worse. At no point did I feel like it was going to fall off though. The device has a redundant lock too, which lets you control the tension of the plate sliding in and out, this is key for stopping accidental release.</p> <p><strong>Access to Camera:<br/></strong>This was absolutely amazing and exactly what I was looking for. I could honestly un-clip the camera, pull up for a shot and re-clip it in a matter of seconds. Especially with nature photography, this is really crucial if timing is everything.<strong><br/></strong></p> <p><strong>Comfort:</strong><strong><br/></strong>As I mentioned before, it does take a handful of adjustment to get the positioning of the Capture System, your camera, and your backpack right. I had a problem where the lens was getting in the way of my swaying arms, so I eventually had to rotate my camera so the lens was pointing towards the center of my body. After I positioned it correctly, I hardly noticed the thing was even there, even with the metal backside of the clamp against my body. With this design, the backpack really took all of the weight for me.</p> <p><strong>Verdict:<br/></strong>Overall the Peak Design Capture System is great if you’re looking for a<strong><br/></strong> secure way to keep your camera on hand while you’re hiking. Luckily this isn’t an issue for me, but you really need a sturdy backpack to make this work for you. I used a <a href="http://www.burton.com/mens-bags-luggage-packs-f-stop-pack/256143,default,pd.html?start=33&cgid=mens-packs" target="_blank">Burton F-Stop Pack</a> and had no problems at all, but it’s really just a matter of camera weight. If your shoulder strap isn’t thick and strong enough, I could really see it sagging from your chest. So this might not work for everyone’s gear.</p> <p>Fortunately, <a href="http://www.prophotosupply.com" target="_blank">Pro Photo Supply</a> in Portland, OR allowed me to demo this product, and I sadly have to return. I’ll be purchasing one of these very soon though and I look forward to utilizing it on most of my hikes from now on. It really encouraged me to shoot more.<br/><br/>*Note: Since I’ve written this review, I’ve purchased the Peak Design Capture System and it’s become part of my essential photography kit on every hiking and climbing trip.</p>http://jessehambley.com/post/28516071620http://jessehambley.com/post/28516071620Wed, 01 Aug 2012 16:34:00 -0700naturehikingcamera gearproduct reviewsadventurePNW<iframe width="400" height="225" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/Qt7DFLovvD8?wmode=transparent&autohide=1&egm=0&hd=1&iv_load_policy=3&modestbranding=1&rel=0&showinfo=0&showsearch=0" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe><br/><br/><p>can’t wait to work with him on an upcoming awareness film project….</p>http://jessehambley.com/post/28279377076http://jessehambley.com/post/28279377076Sun, 29 Jul 2012 12:25:25 -0700musicportlandbeautifulnon-profithumanitarian<img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_m7v902CD5g1qbmph1o1_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_m7v902CD5g1qbmph1o2_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><p>Too cloudy to see the meteor showers tonight, instead we tried some light painting.</p>http://jessehambley.com/post/28191013935http://jessehambley.com/post/28191013935Sat, 28 Jul 2012 03:26:26 -0700photographymeteorspnwportlandpacific northwestlight paintinglearning<img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_m7sopz9WiO1qbmph1o1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p>I tried to take her to the top of Mt. Whitney, but 13,800 ft isn’t too bad.</p>http://jessehambley.com/post/28093275731http://jessehambley.com/post/28093275731Thu, 26 Jul 2012 18:23:00 -0700naturelovehikingmt. whitneyinyoyosemiteclimbingmountaineeringrock climbingportlandadventure