So, while it may appear that I’m incredibly lazy, and God knows that plays a part, but this semester has been absolute Hell. But, it’s all done, and I managed to take a picture for one of my finals. I can dig it. It’s a deconstruction of Paul Strand’s “Blind Woman”.
As always, the very talented Victor Francis helped me out with this one. Appreciate it, man!
So, a completely different shoot was lined up for last night, but due to schedule conflicts, and misinterpretations of when each person was available it did not happen. Well, that didn’t stop me from shooting something last night. Some friends and myself decide to kick off a beautiful night with a nice little cookout. Pork chops, brats, and chicken were on the grill, beers and cigarettes in our hands. Oh, and a camera in mine as well. Check it out:
So, in short, life has been hectic. I bought my transmitters, so I have no excuse for not shooting, except for poor time management. Is it really poor? I’m just trying to have a good time. Whatever.
Anyway, I decided to attempt to be productive today. As you may have noticed, I made a new banner on the blog. I also mocked up some business cards. I need to find someone who makes websites for relatively cheap. If you happen to know anyone, or a website, or whatever that can make me a digital portfolio — please, tell me!
Here’s a mock up business card:
After a long, hot, and tiresome day of work I come home to relax, and potentially take a nap. I play with Chloe, my dog, for a minute, then see a shadow by the door. A brown box… Could it be? “No way” I thought to myself. “I just got my confirmation e-mail two days ago.” But, sure enough, they’re in! My brand new set of Alien Bee 800’s in Deep Space Black! Now I need to buy some bo-bo transmitters/receivers from e-bay for the time being. I’m wondering, though, if I could perhaps use my flash as a master, and the strobes as slaves… I’ll have to test it out. But I’m extremely excited, hopefully I’ll be shooting a lot more now. Lord knows I need to get off my ass.
While I haven’t been able to do too much with my photography lately, I do have an excuse for it. I’ve been working and saving money, and now, it has finally paid off. I just placed my order for a set of Alien Bee 800 strobes. I’m very excited at this current time. Alas, now I just want to purchase many, MANY other toys. A vagabond battery pack, for one.
I have, however, a new shot for you all. I hope you enjoy it. Please feel free to leave comments, both good and bad.
since I’ve last updated. I really need to start updating this regularly.
Anyway, lately I haven’t done all too much. Kind of kicking back a little bit, enjoying the summer and what not.
Although, I did just participate in an art show last night. It was my first one, and it was a blast. I didn’t sell too many things, but I met a lot of great people, made some deals, threw back some beers, and just had a great time.
Also, I did manage to shoot a self-portrait a couple weeks back. I borrowed some lights from Nathan Novak ( http://www.nathannovakphotography.com and http://theobscura.org ), and decided to kill some time. Here you go!
Definitely ran into some issues with this shoot. These shots are the result of trying too hard to think, listening to an abundance of Pulling Teeth, Integrity, and Ceremony, and playing Resident Evil 5. The “makeup” is just a nice mixture of flour, and water slathered all over my model’s face, and just a smidgen of fake blood for the inverted cross.
There are more to come with gobos soon.
Also, be sure to check http://theobscura.org !
And that’s why I take pictures of them crying.
Really though, I don’t hate kids all that much. I really want two baby boys of my own. So, let’s get down to business; Who wants to be a mother to my kids?
Okay, and one of her smiling:
And one more, just so I can try to get my page views up:
