(This image became part of a collage of my models. This was from one of the last photo shoots that we did. It's funny how people just disappear out of your life.)
Simone and I went back a long way. She was just a young girl and then she grew up into a beautiful young woman. I found out she had a crush on me when she was younger. One of her brothers was not very fond of me…
Anyway, I presented Simone with my idea that I was getting a modeling troupe together and if she would be interested? Needless to say she was right from the start. We started out with a small show and then gradually got bigger.
(At this particular shoot we created some great images. Each one of my models has that one photo that I really, really like.)
The more I photograph someone the more we both feel comfortable with each other and we can create something that we will both be satisfied with. If the model has an idea I always allow it to be showcased. If it isn’t working for me then I try to get the model to try it my way.
Sometimes the pose is awkward, the color choices of the clothing or the background may not be working. As a self taught artist, it's all trial and error. Over time you get the hang of it, but I'm constantly challenging myself to create something different. My studio is my canvas and it’s always filled with experimentation.
A photographer can only do so much, but with the right model, art can be created.
Coming up: Ron M., Dlonzo Models, Wilbert, Ron C., Dino, Carolyn, Curtis Scott Hall, DjayD, The Nexx Fazz of Models F.D. McDermott, Coca, Jack
Thanks for stopping by; and keep an open mind.
Check out some of my art at Bluecanvas.com/Oznol. Some of these are for sale. Remember Artist Trading Cards (ATC) are available simply by asking. Send an email with ATC in the subject and I can email one to you.
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Taking it one day at a time and keeping the faith.
Check back and see where this journey leads. Check out the links below to my other blogs and videos.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PmgUzGZGt98
The above link is a video for an organic flutist in New Orleans.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hciIcHFm3Yw&NR=1
The above is a link of a performance from Oz in New Orleans.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s-qcybZsUzc
The above link is for a promo of a DJ in New Orleans.
http://www.myspace.com/darqueleight/music/songs/d-bohemian-31098704
Computer generated music.