Video of the Day

Pugs

2012-02-09T16:21:00.001-08:00

VIDEO #381

This video goes out to my neighbors who recently lost their sweet little buddy, Sasha. This was the one video I had from stopping by last Thursday to let them out to enjoy the weather and have a quick number 2. What a duo. So sorry for your loss, neighbors. Hopefully this video brings you two a smile. By the way, I have no idea what the dialogue is here. I think that might be how pugs hear us silly humans.

Portland's First Snowfall: 2012

2012-01-15T18:41:00.000-08:00

VIDEO #380

The first snowfall in Portland, OR in 2012. We hope to see more!

Groupon Video Contest Finalist

2011-12-16T08:54:00.003-08:00

VIDEO #379
Here is our silly little Groupon Video for their Grouponicus Holiday Contest.
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We came in second place in the nationwide contest. Unfortunately it came down to a popularity vote, which I've learned has nothing to do with your product but more so social media. We generated over 800 votes from friends and family and felt great support and love. That made us winners in itself and thank everyone deeply for showing their support!

Cloudy with a Chance of Rain

2011-11-19T10:19:00.000-08:00

VIDEO #378

If you are a fan of tilting your head up outside on a cloudy day, you might get a kick out of this little video. I love a good cloud, what else can I say?

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Blowing Stuff Up with the Neighbors

2011-11-04T20:28:00.000-07:00

VIDEO #377
Song - "A Fond Farwell" by Joel Martin - Originally by Elliott Smith
For those who watch frequently and know of the neighbors that tend to steal the spotlight with their domestic disputes and karate skills, this video goes to show that, with the bad there will be good, you just have to light a fuse and hold on tight. Here's to you in the neighborhood that don't suck. Thanks for sparkling up the hood!
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Good Day Part 1 - 4

2011-10-27T08:54:00.000-07:00

VIDEO #376
A full day of filming, from a misty sunrise to the dark of night.
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The Birth of an Office

2011-10-22T14:01:00.000-07:00

VIDEO #375

After blood, sweat and a couple tears, the ultimate man cave studio is now complete. My biggest thanks to Brother Matt for coming out, making it a Jesperson collaboration. It turned out better than I could have imagined. Thanks to Todd for turning on the lights and all the other help from pouring concrete to simply celebrating with me to make it feel more like home. Thank you all so much!

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Spruce Run Campground

2011-10-04T08:54:00.000-07:00

VIDEO #374

Songs - "Leggo Beast" by Steel Pulse and "Country Ghetto" by JJ Grey and Mofro

Simple car camping by the river near the coast, bring whatever you can fit in the car, I know we did.

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The Neighbors: Domestic Violence

2011-09-08T12:07:00.000-07:00

VIDEO #373

Song - "Put It On" by Bob Marley

Some people wake up, enjoy a cup of coffee, walk their dog around the block then head out for work. Well, in my neighborhood it's a different walk of life. Coffee isn't strong enough, walking around the block just doesn't make sense and working is not an option. So, why not try to rip off your neighbor dress in the middle of the street, that's how these guys roll. To add, I was actually listening to this Marley song, it really is fitting for the scenario.

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To Cedar or Not To Cedar

2011-09-07T11:06:00.000-07:00

VIDEO #372
Oh Yeah Songs
The final section of the fence is now up and we are happier than ever! It's amazing what a little barricade between you and your hoarding neighbors junkyard will do for you. Well worth it and then some! Oh Yeah!
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Congratulations! - Michelle and Nick

2011-08-11T10:50:00.000-07:00

VIDEO #371
Song - "Hey Ya" by Matt Weddle (Outkast Cover)
On July 2nd, 2011, Michelle and Nick tied the knot. This video is the shorter version from their big day. It was a beautiful day filled with a lot of love. Congratulations you two, you guys truly are a perfect match! Photos by Katana Triplett www.katanatriplettphotography.com
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The Wonderful World Frog

2011-08-05T10:28:00.000-07:00

VIDEO #370

Song - "Wonderful World" by Louis Armstrong

At the Wynn Resort in Vegas, you might be enjoying the patio, sipping on a fancy cocktail lounging among people in shiny clothes and freshly combed hair, taking in the cool, desert night. All of a sudden, the lights dim low, a gigantic robotic frog appears from atop the elaborate water feature and BANG.... the frog breaks into a little Louis Armstrong. That makes sense right? Only in Vegas.

Crystal & Mac - A Smashing Engagement

2011-07-24T17:36:00.000-07:00

VIDEO #369

Song - "At Last" by Etta James

A huge congratulations and happy engagement to my two good buddies, Crystal and Mac. Also, I'm glad I brought along the indestructive camera for the occasion. Crystal, you have a strong soccer style kick... very nice.

Jesperson Studio: The Orb Collection

2011-06-19T17:26:00.000-07:00

VIDEO #368

Song - "The Swell Season" by Glen Hansard

It's Father's Day today and I thought of posting the recent video I put together for my dad of his recent collection from Shape Studies, The Evolution of the Orb. If you like the what you see, contact Papa Tom by email here: tom@jespersonstudio.com.

Happy Father's Day Dad!

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Privacy is Good

2011-06-04T17:03:00.000-07:00

VIDEO #367

Real Sounds from the Hood

It was one of, if not the nicest days this year today and it was interesting to me to see how people would enjoy it. Myself, I decided to get a coat of stain of the old cedar fence to bring out all of its beauty. Others, like my neighbor across the street, also enjoyed the out of doors. Simple exercises like screaming high pitched profanities for all to hear was more her flavor for the day. Sure, light winds rustling through the tree's leaves and birds chirping as they fly overhead is all good, but hearing the echo, "Eat a dick" bounce off house to house, over and over..... is great!

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What's Next?

2011-04-01T16:31:00.000-07:00

VIDEO #366

Song - "Idioteque" by Radiohead

Three hundred and sixty five videos down, why not go for another year? I've got the hang of it now anyway so I'll just keep them coming! I'm sure I won't regret it! Here's to one more year of videos!

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That's A Wrap

2011-03-31T21:03:00.000-07:00

VIDEO #365

Various music compiled over the year

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Well, this is it. The video to complete the 365 marathon. Excuse me for a second while I scream in excitement.......................... ok, I'm back. For you wondering, 'humm, maybe I should take on a project like this,' here is my 2 and a half cents: I didn't think very far ahead when I committed to this project. It started with the idea I would upload a simple little video and my day would not be affected too much by this endeavor. A couple weeks passed and I was thrilled that I was doing something for myself and that I had an audience I didn't want to let down, even though that audience was somewhere in the ballpark of 2 - 6 people. Somehow a couple months went by. This was the start of a whole new beast.

Around that time, life as I knew it, would be hell. Ok, I'm kidding there but seriously, it wouldn't be too far from it. When you need to be on a computer everyday, upload a video and write a caption is one thing. Just the stress of knowing you need internet access whenever you hit the road can cause an early death (and no, I was not able to upload from my phone and I had not once, scheduled an upload). Let's add lugging around a camera everywhere you go, filming sometimes anything, just in hopes you get something, import footage to the computer, edit that footage, export multiple times for various websites, then begin the upload game. Do that everyday, for one year.... what was I thinking! Hey, I wasn't.

It became a challenge that I could only lose if I gave up. Sure there are many other circumstances that could have prevented me from getting a video made and uploaded... that was part of the challenge which made it interesting. What would it be? If I wasn't going to quit, what or who might stop me? What was this obstacle going to be? It is the last day and I am uploading the final video as I type. I guess what I'm trying to say, or figure out how to put into words is that, I feel very fortunate to have been able to do this and not to have come across a major bump in the road to steer me off this journey. Having my health, support from family and friends and shelter from the rain made the year possible. Without that, my head would have exploded shortly after Dirty Homies (Video #027). My biggest thanks goes out to my sweetheart, Katana, who has put up with not only being filmed at any moment but a year of supporting a sometimes grumpy and tired guy. Thank you sweets. You're the best. So with that I would say, if you are committing to a challenge, make sure the time is right and find support wherever you can. It will help during the hard times.

Thank you, everyone for being a part of these videos, watching, commenting and passing along these silly moments. Please continue to do so as I will continue to create videos and share online, just not everyday. Also, if you've watched this video and did not recognize every character, that means there are videos for you to go back and watch. I'd tell you where to look but that wouldn't be fun now would it? That's it from me for know, again, thank you all! That's a wrap!!!

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One Crazy Adventure

2011-03-30T22:31:00.000-07:00

VIDEO #364

Song - "You're So Cool" by Hans Zimmer (Thanks Markley for the music tip!)

One last day trek to share with you fine people before this old man retires. This adventure brings us to an island on the Columbia River near my house and, for some time now, I've had thoughts of exploring. I woke up today and thought today was the day. A moderate paddle across followed by a pleasant stroll through a dryish marshland... then the fun comes. Muddy dead ends, needle sharp blackberry forests, rain and unseen, but imagined, oversized Beasts lurking in the brush... just a couple of the obstacles I can remember. But in life we're faced with obstacles, and if we do not face these obstacles and overcome them, we will never see what's waiting on the other side, whether it's good or bad. In this case, the thorns cleared, the rain turned to partially blue skies, Beasts turned into cute little deer and muddy dead ends became sandy beaches. So, with that I give you the second to last video from a year of obstacles overcome to enjoy the end of this fine day with you, whoever you might be. Thank you for watching!

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America's Got Talent?

2011-03-29T21:04:00.000-07:00

VIDEO #363

A Jesperson Trio Original

People might be wondering what I'm going to be doing after the next couple of days with the video of the day blog being done and all. Well, here is your answer. I'm planning a tour with the Jesperson Trio (aka Jesperson Tripletts). The goal is simple... share the finest jazz recorder music in the world at all major venues across the globe. I'm sure there will be a snowball effect with an instant fan base so I will not be advertising past this video upload so, if you want to see The Trio perform live in your area, just follow the tickle in your ear. When your head explodes from aural bliss, you've found us.

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A Trip to the Zoo

2011-03-28T22:52:00.000-07:00

VIDEO #362

Song - "I Gave You" by Matt Sweeney & Bonnie "Prince" Billy

I've had the Oregon Zoo on my mind for a while so thought I'd get out there to say hello and share footage with ya'll before these blog videos come to a close. It has been a while and walking around alone, capturing the emotions of these guys really had me down. Don't worry, the other humans appeared to be having a blast (average age was around 11... yes, a lot of kids but that's who a zoo is really for). I had this song on my mind for a while also, couldn't find a match until now and I think, if you listen carefully, it really could work for an animal vs zoo and man kind of thing. I'm sure the artists were not at a zoo when they wrote this song.... then again, they might have kids?

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Secrets of the Ninja

2011-03-27T21:10:00.000-07:00

VIDEO #361

Karate Choppin', Ninja Kickin', Fist Punchin' Soundtrack

We would all love to be able to karate chop wood like a ninja, right? Of course we would and now you can. Get off that couch and get yourself a handy little Box Saw, the tool Hollywood doesn't want you to know about. It will provide you with all the confidence after sawing 99.2% through your target. If you are aspiring to be a ninja, highly consider this tool, I have.

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Expedition #4: Retrospective

2011-03-26T21:31:00.000-07:00

VIDEO #360

Song - "Blindsided" by Bon Iver

Some of my favorite moments from the year were very simple. Spontaneous hikes in and around Oregon, smiling with my sweetheart, great music and the comfort of a new home. So, in retrospect, I'd like to throw this out there...... breakdancing, teleporting, pocket dogs, holiday nut sacks and redneck birds might appear to be 'what it's all about'... but it's not. It's about the Hokey Pokey.

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The Dance Off

2011-03-25T22:16:00.000-07:00

VIDEO #359

A Collection of Great Breakdancing Tracks

My sweetheart is back from out of town and felt it was mandatory to take full advantage of her return. We both had a busy day so I thought, hey, let's take a "break." We enjoyed ourselves thoroughly but the real fun, I'm sure, was had with our neighbors watching us from across the street (if you have been watching the video of the day religiously you would know these fine people as they have been featured in 4 videos to date).

Watch Real Breakdancers - Video #047

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Backyard with the Beast

2011-03-24T19:57:00.000-07:00

VIDEO #358

Song - "Luna Y Sol" by Manu Chao

I thought Mike the Cat has had his fair share of videos so this one is dedicated solely on the Beast and her great curiosity to life in the great outdoors. I think she was going for a kill but the bird she was stalking had too many friends. Strength in numbers kind of a thing.

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Urban Camping

2011-03-23T20:28:00.000-07:00

VIDEO #357

Song - "The Cure" by Tegan and Sara

I really did have an idea for a video tonight but, because of the amazing contribution from the family (Mike the Cat and Lil' Beasley aka 'The Beast'), I had no choice but to let the camera roll. It seems the little ones like urban camping just as much as the next guy. A very happy accident that we can bring the family closer with a simple tent and fire. Oh, and yes, I will be sleeping in the tent tonight, pre summer camping jitters, unless of course the rain ruins our parade...

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