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The third and final episode of “Diary…” is finally here. Will Joe host again? Will Skip give up his suite to get Michele back? Did Dane really slap Joe back to his senses? All questions are answered here?

This is a comedy faux movie trailer that aired at the WPPI Awards ceremony as a “preview” before Episode 3 of “Diary…” played. It stars seven icons in the photography industry: Bambi Cantrell, Joe Buissink, Joe Photo, Matthew Jordan Smith, Michele Celentano, Jim Garner, and Yervant. The whole thing was shot in just two hours Saturday, March 15. Thanks again to Jules Bianchi for being our set photographer. Enjoy!

Thanks to everyone who helped spread the  WPPI buzz by posting the “Diary…” series. The promotion is now over. If you plan to be at WPPI this year, be sure to attend the awards ceremony so you can see the third and final episode. Some other surprises may also be in store.

Thanks again for participating. Stay tuned to this blog later in the month to see episode 3 posted here.

SYNOPSIS

If you thought Episode 1 was funny, then put down the milk and cookies before watching this one, lest you risk snorting it out your nose. The performances here may not win any Oscars, but they’re sure to have you rolling.

In this hilarious episode, we get to see what Joe’s life has become. From the loser customers of the ACME Photo Studio, to the over-bearing boss, any semblance of Joe’s former life is totally gone. Oh, the humanity!

TAKE THE COMEDY WITH YOU - “Diary” Now Available in iTunes.

You can now subscribe to “Diary” in iTunes, download the episodes, and play them on your iPod, iPhone, or other compatible device. The trailer and episode 1 are encoded at 320×176, but this episode is at a startling 640×360. That means it will look fabulous on your iPhone, and even on your Apple TV. Click here to subscribe in iTunes.

GAIN FREE ACCESS TO WPPI 2009

Just like with episode 1, if you post this episode on your blog, you’ll get free admission to next year’s WPPI, being held at the MGM Grand. You don’t have to post episode 2 if you posted episode 1, but you just may want to. The blog or website that gets the most views of episodes 1 and 2 combined, will get FIVE FREE PASSES to next year’s WPPI. So, post them, then tell all your friends, colleagues, and clients to visit your blog to watch. (Multiple views by the same computer don’t count).

Once you post the video, you must FILL OUT THIS FORM. If you don’t, you won’t get your pass. The video(s) must be posted prior to March 13 to qualify. Be sure to include the exact permalink where the video is posted, not the top level URL (e.g. www.myblog.com/postid=7, NOT www.myblog.com).

HOW TO POST THE VIDEO

Posting is easy. In any video player for an episode, click on the “embed this video” icon (it’s the second one in the bottom right-hand corder of the player). Select the “embed” tab, copy the code, then paste into your blog or website. It’s that easy. (Make sure you’re posting the code in the “HTML” section of your blog.) Then share your blog post with your friends and colleagues. We’ll be monitoring the views from each posted video. If your total views for both episodes 1 and 2 rack up the most unique views, you and four friends get free admission. Note: watching the videos over and over on your computer won’t work. So don’t try to cheat. We’ll know if they’re legitimate unique views.

LEAVE A COMMENT AND YOU MAY WIN A PRIZE

If you post a comment about the video on this blog, you’ll be entered into a drawing to win cool prizes from some of the participants in the video. For episode 1, we have two winners from the first set of comments. Tammy Marcelain of Marcelain Photography wins some Photoshop Actions from Jules Bianchi’s Jules Cafe, and Cat Warren of In the Moment Photographs wins a free Triple Scoop Music download.

It’s not too late for you to win too. Enter a comment about the video for this post, and you’ll be entered into the next drawing. You must post your comment before March 13 to qualify.

HILARIOUS OUTTAKES AND DELETED SCENES

Have you seen the outtakes from episode 1 yet? Wait till you see this episode’s outtakes. They’re even funnier. You must be a scriber to the CSI Pro Photo Newsletter to gain access. It’s free. In addition accessing the outtakes and deleted scenes, you’ll be notified whenever Cinematic Studios comes out with cool new photography related videos. Don’t miss out. (Photo by Jules Bianchi).

NOW ON WITH THE SHOW
Okay, now that all the business is out of the way, let’s get down to the fun. Special note: there is a secret “reveal” in this video that no one knows about. SHHH! Don’t spoil the surprise. Just tell your friends that they’ve got to watch it to see it. Enjoy the show!

Many of you have posted episode 1 to your blogs as part of the promotion to get free access to NEXT YEAR’S show, WPPI 2009 at the MGM Grand. You must register and let us know you’ve posted the video by filling out this form. You must fill out this form before WPPI this year. So, if you’ve already posted the video but haven’t filled out the form, do it now.

Remember, this is for admission to NEXT YEAR’S show, not this year.

Well it’s here. The premiere you’ve all been waiting for. Episode 1 of “Diary of a Washed Up Rock Star Wedding Photographer.” In the episode, Skip learns that his abysmal ratings from last year’s award show means WPPI has to bring back Joe Photo and Michele Celentano to host. Joe in his despair has ended up in a dead-end job.

Spread the Love and Gain Free Admission to WPPI 2009

WPPI has come up with an incredible offer to those of you willing to share this hilarious series. Anyone who posts this or episode 2 on their blog or website will gain free admission to WPPI 2009. No, that’s not a typo. You’ll gain FREE admission to next year’s convention and tradeshow. And it’s going to be the biggest one ever. It will be the first year WPPI will be at the MGM grand. It’s going to be huge!

But wait…there’s more! Whichever posted set of videos (for both episodes 1 and 2) gets the most unique views, that person will get FIVE FREE ADMISSIONS to WPPI 2009. That’s right. You and four of your friends will be able to get into the largest wedding and portrait convention and expo absolutely free of charge.

HOW TO POST

Posting is easy. In any video player for an episode, click on the “embed this video” icon (it’s the second one in the bottom right-hand corder of the player). Select the “embed” tab, copy the code, then past into your blog or website. It’s that easy. Then share your blog post with your friends and colleagues. We’ll be monitoring the views from each posted video. If your total views for both episodes 1 and 2 rack up the most unique views, you and four friends get free admission. Note: watching the videos over and over on your computer won’t work. So don’t try to cheat. We’ll know if they’re legitimate unique views.

What better way to spread the word of WPPI and spread some laughter at the same time. Don’t you just feel all warm and fuzzy just thinking about it?!

After you’ve posted the video FILL OUT THIS FORM! Remember, this is for NEXT YEAR’S show. 

More Prizes for You to Win

Leave a comment on this post and you’ll be entered into a drawing to win valuable prizes offered by some of our cast nd crew. You could win some free music downloads from Triple Scoop Music, or any number of offerings from Jules Cafe, Dane Sanders Fast Track Photographer, and Joe Photo himself. To qualify, you must comment BEFORE episode 2 airs some time later this month. Winners will be posted on this blog and notified by email.

And now…

Without further ado, here’s episode 1 of “Diary of a Washed Up Rock Star Wedding Photographer.” (Running time: 11:46).

Welcome to WPPI Films, home of the hilarious comedy series, “Diary of a Washed Up Rock Star Wedding Photographer.” It’s here where you’ll be able to watch the episodes, comment, learn about the filmmakers, and even win valuable prizes. Bookmark this site and “stay tuned.”

The Trailer
Here is the trailer for the video series. Enjoy!

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