conventional wisdom

It said that professional photos are not required to get an agent, maybe not even recommended. There are many reasons for this.  The primary reason is that agents have particular photographers with whom they like to work, and also specific requirements regarding wardrobe, hair etc.  Getting professional photos before getting an agent might mean that new photos will be needed, and thus more expense.  That said, I get tons of calls from parents who feel that professional photos will give them an edge when seeking representation for their children.  I used to tell them no outright, not wanting to exploit their eagerness to get an agent.  However, I've started offering mini sessions for those parents who are willing to take the risk. Their feeling is that even if they don't get an agent, they still have some great pictures of their children, and it gives their kids experience in front of the camera.  Anyway, these three cuties, who take acting classes with Giovanni Espiritu, are a recent example.  And let me tell you, these kids were great to work with.  Very well-behaved, but not to the point of losing their spunk or being shy.  I don't think any agent would be sorry were they to sign them.

sunday stroll

took this pic downtown last weekend during my shoot for bombshell

look out

there is a new model/actress on the scene and I predict we'll be seeing more of her very soon...

behind the scenes at bombshell

really would have liked to have done the shoot in this bathroom...
http://bombshellclothing.weebly.com

tea collection contest

 
Tea Collection is having a contest.  Winners get a trip for two to San Francisco and many other goodies.  While you are checking-out the site, you can see a familiar face from my blog prominently featured.  Miss Chloe from Stars is all over the new catalog!

more rainy nights

It's like Christmas with all the lights and reflections.

Livie & Luca Spring/Summer 2011

With fashion and shoes, it's all about the season and shooting happens almost a year before all the imagery and marketing is released. So, it's fun to see work that feels like it was done ages ago come out.  Here's a little blurb from Child Mode about one of my clients, Livie and Luca (they make adorable children's shoes):

http://www.childmode.com/