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PHOTOGRAPH LIKE A PRO! Seasonal Styles

Small changes, Big Impact

Mango, Coconut & Lime Ice Cream GoodNes

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By Kevin Owens!

EVENT CALENDAR MAY | JUNE 2021

SEASONAL STYLE

My Way: A Musical Tribute to Frank Sinatra Phoenix | Through May 23 PhoenixTheatre.com Celebrate the life and music of iconic crooner Frank Sinatra with this tribute performance.

Designed to create an intimate nightclub atmosphere. Embrace the free spirit of jazz as you enjoy silky-smooth vocals at this open-air venue.

Arizona Restaurant Week: Dine-In or Take Out Phoenix | May 21-30 ArizonaRestaurantWeek.com Presented by the Arizona Restaurant Association, this statewide event offers special menus crafted by some of the state’s most-loved restaurants. Over the course of 10 days, foodies can sample some of the best culinary creations in Arizona, from Southwestern cuisine to hearty comfort food.

Dine-in or take out options available.

Ansel Adams: Performing the Print Phoenix | Through June 6 PhxArt.org There’s still time to catch this Special Exhibition at the Phoenix Art Museum! Explore the works of renowned 20th-century American photographer Ansel Adams, known for creating multiple interpretations of a single image and favoring black and white photography.

Mummenschanz You & Me Phoenix | June 9-13 Mummenschanz.com After three years performing on Broadway, the Swissbased theater troupe is bringing its talent to the Madison Center for the Arts. This mime group plays with whimsical music and object manipulation that captures a quirky yet mellow sense of surrealism. It’s a show you won’t soon forget.

Mariachi Sol de México®️ Jose Hernandez Scottsdale | June 20 ScottsdalePerformingArts.org Fifth-generation mariachi musician José Hernández is Maestro to his platinum-selling Mariachi Sol de México®️ in this special concert. This innovative, Grammy-nominated group blends original sounds with fan-favorite songs from genres including swing, Broadway, pop, jazz and classical. Available as an in-person and virtual livestream experience.

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hhh summer is almost here! Now is the perfect time to tweak your home décor for the new season. It’s easy to breathe some fresh air into your interior design with some simple swaps … all without breaking the bank.

To transform any space for summer, think light, bright, and airy. While the fall and winter months may allow for adding and layering décor items, spring and summer are all about taking away and lightening the look. Scan your home décor and remove any knick-knacks, fabrics and textiles, and even artwork that feel like winter or fall. Look to pare down heavy dark wood items and replace with light or painted versions. Swap out bulky blankets or throw pillows with light cotton alternatives. And tuck away any items that have a more formal feel to them. Really, less is more as the weather heats up, even when it comes to home design.

Next, pick a light fresh color scheme for this summer. Think whites, blues, yellows, greens, and pinks to add a warm-weather vibe. Maybe you have a few glass or white vases, citrus-hued pillow covers, or colorful artwork that fits the bill. Neutral colored linen and cotton fabrics can replace heavy window treatments, bedding, and sofa throws. If you have them, swap out darker patterned rugs with sea grass and jute styles to give your home a more casual, beachy vibe. In the kitchen, use summery tablecloths, placemats, and napkins.

While you’re lightening up, consider giving a dark room a fresh coat of pale paint for the summer season. It really is the quickest and least expensive way to change the entire feel of a room.

Of course, bringing the outside indoors is the best and easiest way to add seasonal style to your home. Whether it’s forsythia branches in the spring or hydrangeas cut from the bushes outside your front door, adding a bit of mother nature always amps up seasonal appeal. Come fall, look for pussy willow or autumn-colored leafy branches to place in a large glass vase. By winter, swap it up with evergreen cuttings and white poinsettias. Cut flowers from the store or your own garden will also give your home a special touch. And don’t forget your front door! A seasonal wreath at your entrance and perhaps a cute matching doormat to boot will welcome your guests in style every month of the year.

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subject can either illuminate them beautifully or wash them out. Generally, if you’re taking a portrait, you want enough light to keep shadows off the person’s face. If you’re going for more of a landscape shot, you can play around with lighting angles and intensity to see how it changes the mood of the photo.

3) KEEP IT CLEAN – Even a spectacularly staged photo will be ruined by a smudged or dusty lens. Make a habit of cleaning your lens regularly, especially if you’re using a smartphone camera (think about how often your phone is touched, set on dirty surfaces, and kept in your pocket).

If you see a perfect photo-op in a breathtaking sunset or sudden rainbow, take the extra few seconds to be sure your lens is clear. Carry a microfiber cloth for the best results.

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SLR, iPhone, 35mm film: which camera do you prefer?

With so many high-quality equipment options at our fingertips, it’s easier than ever to capture amazing images. If you’re a casual shutterbug looking to up your game, check out these basic tips to make your photos look like they were taken by a pro.

1) CONSIDER COMPOSITION – This is a fundamental skill for any photographer, regardless of the camera you’re using. Before you click the shutter, make sure your frame is clear of fingers obscuring the lens. Take a moment to study your surroundings and find the subject you want to be the focus. Use asymmetry, or unequal visual weight, in your frame to add drama and create interesting lines. If you’re unsure where to begin, try looking at some professional photography and see how it’s staged and what catches your eye.

4) TRY SOMETHING NEW – Remember that practice makes perfect. Don’t be afraid to experiment with different techniques and settings until you get comfortable. Move your camera around, move your subjects around, take a few steps in any direction and see how these small changes create unique shots of the same thing. Review your photos and study what worked for you.

Most importantly, have fun! Remember that while there are technical elements that make up an objectively “good” photo, your photography is about your personal style.

Capture your memories and your adventures through your distinctive lens.

IN GOOD TASTE

2) FIND YOUR LIGHT – The right lighting is a crucial element to any good photo. The trick is balancing the light’s intensity with the subject and background. Light behind the subject will result in a silhouette effect, whereas light in front of the

FRESH MANGO, COCONUT & LIME ICE CREAM INGREDIENTS 3 cups

Fresh mango slices or cubes

3/4 cup

Coconut milk

1/2 cup

All-Natural coffee creamer

1/2 cup

Granulated sugar

1

Lime, juiced

Pinch

Sea salt

Optional

Waffle cones

DIRECTIONS Place mango, coconut milk, Coffee Mate Natural Bliss creamer, sugar, lime juice and sea salt in food processor container; cover. Process until smooth. Transfer to a container and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.

Spoon mixture into ice cream maker and freeze according to manufacturer’s directions. Serve immediately in waffle cones or transfer mixture to covered container and freeze to enjoy later.

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Just Sold by Kevin Owens in Bocara!

Just Sold by Kevin Owens in Bocara!

24422 N. 73rd Street | $1,425,000

7269 E. Parkview Lane | $1,480,000

Plan 55-22 | 3,759 sf | 4 bedrooms | 4.5 bathrooms

Plan 55-22 | 3,759 sf | 4 bedrooms | 4.5 bathrooms

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Rising prices, shortage of affordable homes deepen Phoenix area’s housing squeeze Arizona Republic

Metro Phoenix home prices have shot up 65%, according to the Arizona Regional Multiple Listing Service.

“Our current market conditions are a direct result of extremely low supply, steady demand and historically low interest rates,” said housing analyst Tom Ruff of ARMLS’ Information Market.

Demand for housing in the Phoenix area has stayed strong despite the pandemic. Arizona’s many new residents, particularly from higherpriced housing areas on the West and East coasts, can afford to pay more and are pushing up housing costs.

22060 N. 89th Street | $3,000,000

The number of homes for sale in metro Phoenix is down 44% from last year, while sales are up more than 5%. That explains the bidding wars for homes, and houses selling before they are even listed.

KEVIN OWENS REALTOR ® 480.217.9184

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Property Website: CaptivatingCheval.com

85255 STATS | LAST MONTH VS. LAST MONTH 2020 Positive/Negative Market Trend

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See how Kevin will get your home SOLD at: YourBocoraRealtor.com

Cheval | 5,384 sf | 5 bedrooms | 5.5 bathrooms

AVG PRICE PER SQFT

DAYS ON MARKET

MONTHS SUPPLY/ INVENTORY

# OF SOLD PROPERTIES

62

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130

2021 MARCH

2021 MARCH

2020 MARCH

2020 MARCH

$351.45

$309.34

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