Back in November I was approached by one of my co-workers that works in the Downunder Restaurant at the Midnight Rose Hotel and Casino. She came to me asking about my pictures. She told me that she was given a budget to decorate the restaurant. I told her that I have many photos to choose from. We got together with the Food & Beverage Director and a Food & Beverage Manager. I showed them what I had. They said they were looking for some pictures to brighten up the restaurant a little. They also wanted some photos of the local area. We picked out some photos, and from there I went to work. I was also given the go ahead to sell the photos. I asked what percentage do you want and they told me none its all yours. They also gave me start up money for the project.
I had no deadline to meet, but I gave myself a deadline of the day before Thanksgiving. I wanted the pictures up before the holidays. With the holidays coming up the restaurant is also used for parties. I finished the project the day before my deadline. I spent a total of two weeks on the project. I was surprised that I was able to get it done so quickly. All my supplies and prints were shipped rather quick.
I have gotten several compliments on my work from my co-workers and customers of the Downunder Restaurant. Just the other day a customer came up to me came up and told me that she liked my work and then told me “I had no idea that you were a photographer”. I told her that I’ve been one for about 5 years.
So if you get a chance Stop by and look at them. I would be glad to take you down to show them to you. Here are a few photos of them on the walls in the restaurant. Sorry the pictures are so bad. The lighting sucks down there.
