This is awesome. If you’re reading this, then obviously our website has launched; and you were supportive enough, or curious enough, to visit and to read my blog posts. Thank you for that. I’m glad you’re here.
But ‘here’ wouldn’t even exist, and there wouldn’t be a website without the help of some incredible individuals. Good friends of mine who have contributed to this site in a number of different ways.
First and foremost, Clay Groot is a mastermind. Without him this would not have happened. Clay is a seriously talented individual. He’s a phenomenal photographer, graphic designer, and web designer; just to scratch the surface. Beyond that, he is a great guy, and a joy to work with. Any time I come up with another idea, or another edit for the site, Clay makes it happen. He is very knowledgeable and very skilled in the design process, and in making ideas into a functional reality. I would trust Clay with any job, and would highly recommend him; and you can quote me on that.
[claygroot.com]
Jon DeLange, has been my best friend since high school. We’ve traveled the country together, I stood in his wedding, and I’d trust him with my life. Jon has a great mind for business, marketing, and all such subjects. Whenever I have a million little questions I don’t hesitate to ask him, and he always helps me to figure things out. I know that as I’m launching now, and into the future of not only this website, but the future of Firestorm, and my own personal life, he will be beside me, supporting, and aiding me in all my adventures and endeavors.
[jondelange.com]
Last but not certainly not least, one of my favorite people in the world: Taylor Niemeyer. She and I have known each other for half a decade this year. I have been fortunate enough to walk with her and her husband, my good friend Seth, since the beginning of their relationship. I photographed their wedding proposal, I helped them move into their first house, I have lived with them off and on; they are two of the people who I care for the most. In the creation and refinement of this website, Taylor has been indispensable. She has viewed every gallery, read every line, and clicked every single link on this site. Aside from Clay and I, she has undoubtedly put the most time and effort into this website, and I am so thankful for her help and support.
Like I said, this website wouldn’t exist without these three, but beyond that, Firestorm would not be what it is without these three. And I can confidently say that I wouldn’t be who I am without these three. A few paragraphs can’t sum up these individuals, the relationships that we have, or how thankful I am to have their support. Best I can say is, Thank you! I love you guys, and I so appreciate all you do.
[Cover Image by Nate Boeve, N8B Photography]