On My Way to the Big Apple!

 

Well I just wanted to get a quick post in before I head out to the airport. I’m on my way to New York. Scott, Matt, RC, and I will be teaching at B&H Photo over the next few days in their new event space. I am especially excited because it has been almost 13 years since I was last in New York city. Obviously, a lot has changed there in recent years and it will be an exciting and emotional experience to be sure. Anyway, I will be posting updates of the event throughout the week so stay tuned. Have a good Monday.

Oh, and one quick thing. Those of you who watch my tutorials know that I am big movie fan. Well I saw Iron Man this weekend and I have to say it was certainly one of the coolest movies I have seen this year. For those who enjoy good action and awesome visual effects. This one is for you. Don’t miss it.

May 5th, 2008 by Corey Barker | Blog | 2 Comments

2 Comments

  1. Doug Zeliff said on — May 6, 2008 @ 10:12 am

    Corey,
    I enjoyed Iron Man as well when I saw it in Digital. This looks to be a good movie month with Speed Racer, Prince Caspian and then Indiana Jones at the end of the month(another spectacular looking movie. Enjoy NY.
    Blessings,
    Doug

  2. Lavonne Hall said on — May 6, 2008 @ 10:19 pm

    Hey Corey,

    As many times as NAPP has been in NY, how come it’s taken you so long to come back? Any familiar places? Anything you’ve enjoyed so far (besides B&H)? Looking forward to your class at B&H.

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