From a portrait session in my old studio. Oh, how I miss having my own studio!
11/28/2009
11/24/2009
C-A-F-F-E-I-N-E
I was recently was a second shooter at a wedding where the bridesmaids communicated with each other by signing. I'm pretty sure they said things like, "Do I have food in my teeth?" and "How's my makeup?" But who knows? It was totally their little secret. And I wanted to be part of it. I've thought for a while that it might be worthwhile to learn sign language which is why these espresso cups from Illy's artist's series are wonderful. I should use them more often.
Right now, the Illy website is featuring these images of coffee growers around the world by the humanist and photographer Sabastiao Salgado.Stunning. You must look.
11/22/2009
Shy Dog, Sly Dog
11/20/2009
Chicago Fashion: Black Lace for Winter
I am no style pundit, but I can spot a trend when I see one...
Girls at Invention and the Obsolete, Abigail Glaum-Lathbury's recent fashion show. Granted, they were instructed to wear all black but each girl here has made the look her own - slouchy boots, thick belts, purple hi-tops. Oh, and a few short skirts. Yes, this is a twenty-something look here...
For more cool photos of stylish twenty-something boys and girls, check out Bella Howard, a style editor at Platform magazine. It's not boring.
11/19/2009
My New Promo Card!
Above, the front of my new promo cards...
And the back...What do you think?
11/18/2009
Chicago Fashion: Abigail Glaum-Lathbury
Abigail Glaum-Lathbury's show, Invention and The Obsolete, held at Prairie Production studio in the West Loop. Top row: hair and makeup, waiting to dress, lighting check. Second row: models line up before their entrance. Bottom row: two of Abigail's darker ensembles; silk tops hanging on racks.
Pre-show, Abigail leads a walk through on set with the models. Check out those inflatable benches, created by designer Steven Haulenbeek.
Above, a d.j. spins records to set the mood...
Ever detail-oriented, Abigail and her specs oversee the final lineup of her clothing.
For more photos, email me...
11/15/2009
The Newborn Portrait
The newborn portrait is one of my favorites - they're ready and willing for anything and even an image of them crying can come out sweetly.
Thanks to L. and E. for having me in photograph you two. Beautiful!
11/14/2009
Camera Shake
Here is an example of how breaking the rules of photography can be successful...Or at least create a mood: dusk plus a slow shutter speed minus a tripod results in this curious, dark image of a staircase dripping with seaweed that leads into an inky body of water. What lurks?
11/11/2009
Food Styling: Stand-Up Eggs
Another still life from when I was experimenting with food styling. Do you know how hard it is to get an egg to stand up like that?!
11/10/2009
Pelle Sana - You Go, Girl!
For the past few years, I've had the pleasure of working with Beth who owns Pelle Sana, her tiny boutique spa in Lincoln Park where she whips up and delivers amazing custom facials. A former model who is pleasantly comfortable in front of the camera, she is a dream to photograph and her skin is flawless. I mean, flawless. (She is her own best advertisement!) If that weren't enough, she is an active board member of the Step Up Women's Network, a national organization dedicated to strengthening community resources for women and girls. Facials and empowerment - right on , sister!
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