I set out to shoot Leslie and her perfectly symmetrical face and then the next thing I knew, a pet bird named Rudy got thrown into the mix with Leslie jumping up and down, attempting to get Rudy to spread his wings. And spread his wings he did.
01/17/2011
Leslie & Rudy the Bird
01/14/2011
Antique Store in Angels Camp, CA
This past Tuesday I was on my way to a shoot when I drove past an intriguing storefront window. Just like a raccoon, something shiny caught my eye and I turned my head completely around to stare at it although I only glimpsed it for a second. I made a mental note to find the store when I drove back after the shoot.
So gorgeous. I wanted it! I’ve only seen one other fully mirrored piece of furniture and that was in a sweet beach home in Destin, FL.
Long story short, the owner wasn’t ready to part with the piece. She got it for a $100 bucks at an antique shop in Jackson, CA. There’s a little seat that comes with it, which you can sort of see in the photo here at the left, right under the mirrored desk…or vanity…or whatever it is. I just know it’s pretty and I want it. Do I need it? No. But I would like it very much…
Anyway, check out this place. The owner was a character and I found her quite amusing. She was a self-described “bonafide hoarder.” And she wasn’t kidding….
Click on the thumbnails below and a lightbox gallery will pop up.
As a final note, I just want to say that I really appreciate those spur-of-the-moment, impromptu shoots. It keeps me from getting burnt out on photography and returns the wonder and exploration of capturing images to the art of photography. Are these my best images? Probably not. But the experience did a lot to keep me creatively fed and refreshed.
When I woke up that Tuesday morning I had no idea I’d spend an hour with some lady in a town that I’d only ever driven through. I got to meet a truly interesting lady on a day when her store wasn’t even supposed to be open since she’s closed on Tuesdays. She shared stories, talked about her life and where she’s lived, showed me photos and even gave me a blue flowered, scalloped-edged handkerchief I was admiring. I’ll probably never see her again but it was an an experience. And a unique one at that. I like spending time with interesting people, getting to know them & what they’re concerned about on this vast earth and even snapping a few pics of their environment. Good times. Thanks for reading.
01/13/2011
Justin on his perch
This is Justin. On his perch. In fact, he made his perch. He found the legs somewhere and the rest is history. He brought the “prop” in himself. Good thinking Justin. ‘Cause it goes great with the red walls. And the green shirt with the slightly strange and eerie satellite–yes, yes, yes. Excellent choice.
Also check out this hilarious YouTube makoever video with Aaron Marino featuring Justin and his green shirt. Skip to 6:50.
And if you still need something to look at: Check out Justin and his leading lady here.
01/05/2011
Matt & Josie Minikus, Nov 2010
I’m doing my best to post all the photos from past shoots that have been waiting in the wings for months. The entire Minikus shoot was a blessing. God totally blessed us with an amazing space to photograph in for a ridiculously low day rate. Like, lowww….like cheap fast food meal low. There’s no other way to explain how everything fell into place but by the love and goodness of God. Also, huge gratitude to Lance Alvarez. He’s the man with the keys to this awesome space; our amazing gateway. He was our in. Lance is a great guy. He took care of us and I highly recommend him for all your real estate needs in California’s Gold Country. Check out his profile here and send some business his way!
I hope to get a flash gallery up soon with more photos from the Minikus’s shoot. Until then, check out Matt & Josie’s music here.
Hannah, 10/18/10
These were shot back in mid-October. Whew!
The first shot is my favorite. There’s something about it. I really enjoy looking at it. I like her expression, I like the light, I like how she’s off-kilter with a bunch of negative space above her head. I just like it.
The shoot was really chill, laid-back and free-flowing. We played with colors and outfits. Half reality and half colorful whimsy. I let her run with whatever props she suggested: toy guns, real knives, fake jewels… …well, maybe I didn’t let her run with the knife…
…and then some personal work for me. She was such a great sport to oblige with this idea I’d had bouncing around in my head for awhile that was just for her.
Hannah’s lived through some crazy life experiences and it’s resulted in some baggage. Oh the stories we have from what life has thrown our way…
Nevertheless, she’s making it through and has a sweet heart. She’s smart and is a talented writer. I’m looking forward to seeing what she becomes in the future.