Born to Die

2016 for me will bring many more pieces of art which are done using Infrared Photography- The series will be called “Life in Infrared” and will focus primarily on women. This concept all started due to my failure to charge all of the batteries for my D750 prior to a photo session with Eva Mae Garnet back in December. Since we had only been shooting for a very short time when all batteries failed on me, I pulled out the only back up camera I had- my D90 converted color infrared camera. Boy were we surprised at the pure beauty of the raw images straight from the camera-
This particular shot is one of my favorites of Eva Mae and is getting printed for the wall in my office- to remind me not only to always be prepared, but also that you just never know where the real art will come from- keep your eyes and mind completely open.
I call this one- “Born to Die”- smile emoticon Love you Eva Mae!

Peace

New fun Conceptual with Valerie Valentine- When she came to the studio and her hair was just free & natural along with us asking her to just wear no makeup other than lipstick- She reminded me of one of the posters I saw as a child during the Vietnam War times. This one is called “Peace”- a fun, whimsical little artwork as a flash back.

Image of the Day- Goddess

For #TBT a shot of one of my fabulous friends that has done a total transformation over the past few years. When I first met her, she was like me, struggling with her weight and just trying to figure out what really works for her and what is a “fad” – Well, introducing my all time favorite biggest loser- Danila Martinez and how she looks today. Total “DAAAUMMM” girl! Love you Dee!

Image of the Day – TGIF

All week we have been getting things ready for the Gatos Car Show, so we have been pretty non-existent on Facebook and everywhere- hope all had a good week!

For today- a peek at some work I did with Alaina Rose Lee on late Sunday- I used a new software program I am trying out- quite a bit a antique finish- blurring, etc- but I like it.

Image of the Day- Shadow Play

This beautiful image of Alaina Rose Lee and many others will be for sale this weekend at the Gatos event in Upland, CA at the Cable Airport. Check out our booth right next to The Luscious Ladies– MKS and AFREEMAN Photography will be doing mini shoots as well.

Image of the Day- Friday Fantasy

My little Vampire from last weekend!

Model- Breann Lynn
MUA- Bobbie Pins Beauty
Hair- Corrine Renee
Group- Art & Soul Photography Project

Make this your best Friday ever!!

Image of the Day- Fireworks!

Today is my Friday and with the week it has been- boy am I ready for it! As a prelude to 4th of July, I am presenting this little fire-cracker today for my showcase. Miss Lana Vic Sin always amazes me with the many looks she can bring to the lens. The first time I shot her was at the Whiskey A-Go-Go way back last year and each & every time she mesmerizes me.

In her Vintage Burlesque costume showing off her amazing artwork- you must admit it is a great way to start a 3-day weekend.

Model- Lana Vic Sin
Hair- Bobbie Pins Beauty
MUA- Vanessa Borquez
Studio- Wonderland Studios

Image of the Day- Mysterious!

One of my favorite burlesque dancers, Eva Mae Garnet in this image putting on her mysterious sexy side- I brought in some light leaks and vintage effect to give the shot a bit of fun.

Hope you enjoy your Tuesday and all it brings with it! Get out- breath- soak it in!

Image of the Day- Milky Monday!

I can’t seem to get enough of the Milk Bath shots- this one of the beauty Betty Toe Tag- who will also be one of the featured models in the Tattoo issue of Tres Jolie Magazine.

Betty is not only a fabulous model, but she also is insane with make up/special effects as well as a fantastic burlesque dancer with The Dirty Little Secrets Burlesque troupe.

Enjoy this teaser of the series being published and enjoy your Monday- for me a short week at the day job- I do love the 3 day weekends.

Model- Betty Toe Tag
Group- Art & Soul Photography Project
Studio- Wonderland Studio, Anaheim
MUAH- Model

Image of the Day- Envy Sage

Another image from the “Inked” shoot this past weekend- Envy and the Mushroom chair. I love the colors in her tattoo and the beauty of it- and of course her legs go forever! Look for more of her in the coming months!

Model- Envy Sage
Hair- Vkat
MUA- Unikly Loved MUA
Group- Art & Soul Photography Project
Studio- Wonderland Studios