Some film

Recently got 3 rolls of film developed – all were shot on Holgas (120 and 35mm).

When I went to college we were taught first shooting with film. Then once we switched to digital I never really went back to film. I sold my 35mm film camera after school and sort of forgot about film. But recently, I’ve been shooting more with the Holgas I have (medium format is mine and the 35mm I gifted to Kenny before his last deployment in Kuwait).

What I like about Holgas is that I have no idea how the photos will come out. What I don’t like about Holgas is that I have no idea how the photos will come out. When the photos DO come out, they never fail to amaze me. But then there are the times where the film doesn’t come out at all because the stupid “toy” camera is sort-of broken and you get really mad because you think there were some good shots in that film (aka the 35mm). I’m hoping to invest in a film dslr once again at some point but until then I guess I will be pleasantly surprised (or disappointed) by my Holgas.

If you are wondering, I tend to shoot with Velvia (slide) film. I’m really into color in my photos and this film always gives me interesting colors that are saturated. I love that sort of whimsical, unrealistic coloring that the film gives.

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BFF

I haven’t been updating as much recently because 1) I was sick for a long time and 2) my best friend and love is deploying to Afghanistan. Everything has sort of been last minute and hectic for the past month and I’m just trying to go along with it all.

While it was more of an extended break that I didn’t anticipate (didn’t expect getting sick or a deployment), I wanted to enjoy the last days/hours/minutes with someone I care so much about since he will be gone until January. Although we’ve probably spent more time apart than together since I’ve known the guy, he is undeniably my best friend. People always ask me if I’m fine with my boyfriend deploying. Yeah, I’m fine with my boyfriend deploying. I don’t need to be holding someone’s hand all day long or having someone to automatically take along with to weddings or parties. I’m not worried about the relationship deteriorating. While it’s a little sad waking up without him or not being able to say “I love you” every night, it’s not the worst part of it. The hard part isn’t the boyfriend part – it’s the best friend part. Experiencing things that I know he would’ve enjoyed as well, the unconditional emotional support even when I’m not being girlfriend-y, the bickering without consequence, and, above all, the fact I can’t bombard him with photos of stupid shit all day long. A lot of my closest and best friends are spread across the world but it never gets easier to see another one leave.

One of my/our closest friends, Aimee, decided to take some photos of us as a birthday present to me. This was actually before we found out he’d be deploying but I’m glad we did it since he’ll be gone for a while. Thank you, Aimee, for the great photos and fun day in downtown LA!!

Do me a favor and keep Kenny in your prayers and send lots of positive thoughts while he’s deployed!

So, is it January yet??

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Style Me Grasie – April

New outfit photos with Grasie Mercedes at Style Me Grasie!

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Christopher Ian

Chris is a talented model that I’ve been blessed to work with on many different projects before. This guy is taking it to the next step and just moved to the Philippines to work in the Industry out there. Before he left he needed some more shots for his portfolio and he asked me to work with him on them.

I was actually the photographer at Chris’ very first shoot (for Steppie) years ago and it’s so amazing to see how far he’s come and how much hard work he puts in. I know he’ll continue to do amazing things and I can’t wait to see how he does in the Industry in Asia!

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From Paris with Love – Blackbuttafli Fashion Show

Had a great time shooting a fashion show for Blackbuttafli last month. Four talented designers came together to pull of this show – great job to Tai Collins (Blackbuttafli), Kat Damiani, James Poole, and Sassi Rebel. Also great job to the models – you were all great to work with!

Here are some of my fav looks from the night:

They even had some cute kids walk:

And James Poole had a really entertaining MC/hypeman.

To follow:
Blackbuttafli: Website / Facebook
Kat Damiani Designs: Website / Facebook / Model Mayhem
Sassi Rebel Clothing: Facebook

 

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Natalie Diaz

I’ve been MIA for the past couple of weeks because I’ve been really, really sick. But finally! A new update with some new photos. (:

Did a promo shoot with the spunky singer/songwriter, Natalie Diaz. She’s so multi-faceted and we really wanted to get all different aspects of her personality in these shots.

Go “like” her on Facebook!

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Style Me Grasie – March

New outfit photos with Grasie Mercedes at Style Me Grasie (complete with new bangs this month, too)!

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