Kelly McLain | Orange Tree | May 2021 Digital Newsletter

MAY | JUNE 2021

PHOTOGRAPH LIKE A PRO!

Seasonal Styles

Small changes, Big Impact

Mango, Coconut & Lime Ice Cream GoodNes

Featured Listing

6324 E Gold Dust Ave | 7 Bed | 7.5 BA | 5,510sqft | $3,650,000

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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KELLY McLAIN

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10 years now. He is truly one of the most loyal, dedicated and knowledgeable Realtors

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he luxury market has been exploding since last around the Orange Tree golf course you will notice homes being torn summer and continues to be at the strongest down and soon to be replaced by multi-million dollar luxury homes, level ever seen in Greater Phoenix. The number of coming in June two more homes will be coming down. listings under contract over $1M is up 156% over Call me for more information. last year; but the number under contract between Measure Names List Price v. Sales Priceper per Sq Sq Ft. Average ListGreater Price v. Sales Price Ft.- -12 12Month Month Average $2M-$3M is up 296% and over $3M is up 212%. In Phoenix - ARMLS Residential Resale - Measured by Calendar Month Update 4/20/2021 11:33:36 AM Greater Phoenix - ARMLS Last Residential Resale - Measured

by Calendar Month a typical market, sales prices in this range would be County $494.35 landing around 93% of list price. However in the $470.44 2021 market, the sales price ratio is averaging 98% $468.99 Transaction Type of list. The luxury market is also keeping up with the rest of the market in terms of marketing time. Prior to $426.28 contract, half of the contracts accepted valley wide in the last week were on the market 6 days or less. Over DwellingType $1M, the median was 12 days prior to contract. Over $2M, the median is 67 days. The market over $1M Min Price is outperforming in terms of annual appreciation in City Measure Names sales price per square foot. TheList median for aPrice per Sq Ft. - 12 Month Average Priceprice v. Sales MaxAguila Price Avg $/SF at Contract Greater Phoenix at - ARMLS Anthem 4,000-5,000 square foot home is running $1.1MResidential Resale - Measured by Calendar Month Avg $/SF at Final Sale Last Update 4/20/2021 11:33:36 AM Min Apache SqFt Junction 2021 Cromford Associates with an appreciation rate of 31%. ©The median priceLLC - sharing is permitted for Cromford Report subscribers only Arizona City County MaxArlington SqFt $500.00 foot home is $2.3M with Maricopa for a 5,000-10,000 square $494.35 Avondale an appreciation rate of 35%. For perspective, the Black Canyon C Last Update 4/20/2021 11:33:36 AM Buckeye $470.44 © 2021 Cromford Associates LLC - sharing is median price of a 1,500-2,000 square foot home $468.99 permitted for Cromford Report subscribers only Carefree Casa Grande is $365K with an appreciation rate of 25%. Driving $450.00 Transaction Type Avg $/SF at Contract

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