Band Promo Shots: When High Noon Works

I love a challenge: six guys, four locations, high noon, just over two hours. This session took a lot of scheduling to get the entire band together, and we had very few choices for timeslots. While many photographers will say they never photograph at noon, I actually find that with my style, which tends toward high contrast and dramatic, I can make that harsh light work in my favor. There were a few instances where I had to change spots to get the light, but for the most part, it worked out just fine. And the band was fantastic to work with - they're excellent models as well as musicians. To hear them live, check out Cuordoroy Jim.


Band on the Tracks
Bent Bike Wheels and Graffitti - Should be a Song Title!

Cuordoroy Jim

My Tombstone Vision Comes to Life

Stylin'

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Bands, Babies, Chocolates and More

It's been a hectic few months, and I really have not kept up with my blog very well. So, in one giant post, I'll bring you up to date on the highlights of recent maginei activity.

Family Time
I've had the pleasure of photographing a number of families both in the studio and on location. Here are some of my favorite images from these family photo shoots:

Rob and Yolanda Look Forward to Baby

Rob and Yolanda

Mikey, Laurel and Quinn at the Beach

Quinn Discovers the Ocean

Mikey and Quinn Warm Up

Mark, April and Reyna

Reyna Moves Fast - Keep Up Folks!

Mark and Reyna - Quiet Time
Snack Time
Food photography is an entirely different beast from people, and I'm not sure which is more complicated. The technical detail needed to make meat and other food items look realistic and appetizing is quite the challenge!

Godiva Chocolates

Hoffman's Bakery - Beef On Pastry

Hoffman's Bakery - Crab Cakes

Hoffman's Bakery - Fruit Tarte

Hoffman's Bakery - Dessert Selection

Party Time
The following images were taken on location at the Catalyst, Santa Cruz, where the band Five Eyed Hand played on Dec. 8th.

Five Eyed Hand - Catalyst

Drummer/Singer Derek Bodkin, Five Eyed Hand

Chris and Jeb Rockin', Five Eyed Hand