1 New Loan Granted

...so anyway, [bracketbrand] is pleased to announce 1 new loan to Kiva.org, a microfinance organization.  [bracketbrand] has recently been focusing on loaning to women-run organizations in South America.

Check out loans in progress here.

[bracketbrand] will continue to return loans repaid directly back into the system, assisting in the ongoing effort to give those in need a leg up.

5 New Loans Granted via Kiva!

...so anyway, [bracketbrand] is pleased to announce 5 new loans to Kiva.org, a microfinance organization. Having closed out a couple of recent projects, we're pleased to contribute a percentage of the profits to Kiva, resting on the notion that one can move mountains, and not just the "needle" in marketing.  [bracketbrand] has recently been focusing on loaning to women-run organizations in South America.

Check out loans in progress here.

[bracketbrand] will continue to return loans repaid directly back into the system, assisting in the ongoing effort to give those in need a leg up.

Cosmetic Laser Med Spa

so anyway, [bracketbrand] is pleased to announce a new partnership with Cosmetic Laser Med Spa, a full-service, medically licensed and staffed esthetician spa located in Portland, Oregon.

[bracketbrand] will be expanding their online presence by assisting in the following efforts:

• Total website redesign
• Google analytics and adwords monthly campaign
• Creative development of Craigslist advertisements for continuous publication
• Hosting and maintenance
• Social Media advertising

2 New Loans Granted

...so anyway, [bracketbrand] is pleased to announce 8 new loans to Kiva.org, a microfinance organization.

Check out loans in progress here.

[bracketbrand] will continue to return loans repaid directly back into the system, assisting in the ongoing effort to give those in need a leg up.

New Site Launch :: parallel

...so anyway, [bracketbrand] is pleased to announce the launch of parallel, an upscale boutique retail clothing store site, located in Portland's Pearl District.

The project included developing:

• Site information architecture
• Site design and development
• Inception of brand identity/URL/logo
• Tagging and SEO/SEM strategy
• Search campaign (Google)

[bracketbrand] sincerely appreciated the experience of working with its principal, Tez Hartney and we look forward to a long and fruitful relationship!

You can find the site at http://www.parallelpdx.com/.

8 New Loans Granted

...so anyway, [bracketbrand] is pleased to announce 8 new loans to Kiva.org, a microfinance organization. Having closed out a couple of recent projects, we're pleased to contribute a percentage of the profits to Kiva, resting on the notion that one can move mountains, and not just the "needle" in marketing.

Check out loans in progress here.

[bracketbrand] will continue to return loans repaid directly back into the system, assisting in the ongoing effort to give those in need a leg up.

New Site Launch :: Instructional Pain Management

...so anyway, [bracketbrand] is pleased to announce the launch of Joe Knaus's Instructional Pain Management, a site detailing Joe's expertise and history with pain management. He'll be speaking nationally to physicians groups and primary care physicians.

The project included developing:

• Site information architecture
• Original copywriting
• Site design and development
• Inception of brand identity/URL/logo
• Tagging and SEO/SEM strategy
• Search campaign (Google)
• Original photography

[bracketbrand] valued the experience of working with Joe and we wish him the very best in his new venture.

You can find the site at http://www.instructionalpainmanagement.com/.

New Branding & Web Site Initiative :: parallel Clothing Boutique

...so anyway, [bracketbrand] is pleased to announce that we're developing a branding and website development project for parallel, a men's and women's clothing boutique opening in June in the Pearl district, Portland, Oregon.

We're eager to see the partnership grow and (frankly) excited about the new clothing lines coming to Portland!  :)  

New Site Launch :: Princesa del Mar Private Luxury Villa

...so anyway, [bracketbrand] is pleased to announce the launch of Princesa del Mar, a luxury villa resort outside of Cancun, Mexico.

The project included developing:

• Redesign of existing website
• Inception of brand identity/URL/logo
• Tagging and SEO/SEM strategy
• Search campaign (Google)
• Domain migration to new hosting vendor
• Original photography of the property (implemented in October '08)

[bracketbrand] had a wonderful time developing the site and is delighted to witness the increased traffic that the site will bring in the following year.

You can find the site at http://www.rivieramayajewel.com/.

New Site Launch :: Euro Custom Cabinets

...so anyway, [bracketbrand] is pleased to announce the launch of Euro Custom Cabinets.

For the past seven months, Euro Custom Cabinets, based in Milwaukie, OR, has partnered with [bracketbrand] to shoot digital photography for use in showroom marketing materials as well as on their website.

Beginning a few months back, Euro contracted with [bracketbrand] to develop their new website.

The initiative included developing:

• Redesign of existing website


• Tagging and SEO/SEM strategy


• Domain migration to new hosting vendor


• Email account set up/migration


• Social media campaign strategy

Euro is also currently going through a rebranding effort and will be working with [bracketbrand] to refresh the site elements, currently slated to be underway in the next few months.

[bracketbrand] is delighted to be a part of such an exciting time for Euro Custom Cabinets.

Search/Keyword Strategy for New Local Restaurant

...so anyway, [bracketbrand] is pleased to announce a recent partnership with a new restaurant in Portland's Belmont District on the East side.

The edge of belmont is a cool and quirky restaurant and bar located on the cusp of Portland’s eccentric Belmont district. They are absolutely committed to satisfying your tastebuds with delicious food, your ears with local music, your eyes with their aesthetic décor, and your soul with our spirit and service.

They have vegan options, like curry vegetable rice, as well as hearty meat options, like volcano kalua sandwich, or you could even try a lighter option, like the blackened salmon Caesar salad.

Whether you’re desiring food, aching for music, or just wanting a drink, the team at edge of belmont is confident you will not be disappointed by the experience.

We're pleased and honored to be a part of this new endeavor!

Restaurant/Food Photography

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Originally uploaded by brad.dunshee

...so anyway, I started shooting for local restaurants a few months back and have posted sample portfolio pics at the link below. I've recently started using a digital retouching firm here in Portland--wonderful fit so far. I've found their work really takes the original shoot up a notch or two.

http://www.flickr.com/photos/oregonduckbrad/sets/72157603830252705/

Family Photography

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Originally uploaded by brad.dunshee

...so anyway, I started shooting event work about 2 years ago. This is just one example of a family reunion shoot I had the good fortune to participate in.

Very sweet family! I was honored to be a part of their day.

For more family portraiture, please see:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/oregonduckbrad/sets/72157603833554651/show/