Jenn - Studio Shoot

A studio shoot with Jen for her portfolio. While I prefer to shoot outdoors on location, it is nice being in the studio once in a while. We had a good time, tried some new things and were exhausted after the three hour session. I know I slept good that night!

A few of my faves from the shoot...

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Country Style Model Shoot...

What's more fun than hanging out on a farm all day? Getting to shoot with four models and a horse named Sleepy.

This was such a fun shoot despite the HOT weather. The shoot took place on a farm in Sherburne, NY. A long drive but worth every minute of it.

The models were fantastic and drove from as far away as New Jersey. Now that's dedication. They were all so professional and a joy to work with. Makes my job so much easier.

Thanks to Kim from Big Paw Photography for arranging the shoot and booking the models. I know it's a lot of work coordinating these shoots and making sure everything flows flawlessly.

Models: Zebeeb, Josh, Charlene & Tatyana

A few of my faves from the day...

Abandoned Subway Model Shoot...

What an incredible location! The abandoned subway in Rochester, NY in use from 1927-1956. This place was amazing and a little creepy too. So much graffiti by some very talented artists. It was just everywhere. A really unique place for a model shoot. Have to thank models Becky and Jenn for braving the spiders and other creepy crawlies. And Kim (http://www.bigpawphoto.com/) for suggesting the location and shooting with me. It's always more fun when you have a photographer friend to shoot with.

After jumping over a guardrail (and ignoring the "no trespassing" signs), we made our way down the hill to the abandoned subway. We didn't venture too far into the dark parts of the subway but found a lot of great places to shoot inside. We even had some company and our very own body guards. Met some of the roadies from Keith Urban and Taylor Swift. They were exploring (in town for the concert) and hung out with us for a while. Even carried some of our gear for us. They actually heard from their friends there were some "hot" models down in the subway and came to check them out. Thanks guys. You were super nice and very helpful

And a special congrats to Jenn for getting signed with AMS Models & Talent and booking her first job already!!! You go girl.

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Desi { model shoot }...

Oh my gosh, I almost forgot to blog about my Urban shoot with Desi. I've shot with her a few times and always enjoy it. Last couple shoots were at the beach, one in Oswego and one at Chimney Bluffs. This time I wanted her in an urban setting. I've know Desi since she was 8 years old. I can always count on her to model for me. She has a great personality and a fresh, modern style to go along with it.

So of course we shot in downtown Syracuse, lol. Brought along some fun fashions and walked around until we found cool locations. We were lucky enough to have the perfect weather too. That always helps.

Here are a few from the shoot.

We actually got in trouble for this one. Who knew we were on Federal property? I just like the concrete.

Molly - Downtown Syracuse...

How lucky am I? I keep finding all of these gorgeous, talented models. They make my job so much easier.

This is Molly. She's another model from Rochester. And also great to work with. Awesome with her facial expressions and posing. I had a hard time choosing the images for this post too.

We did a shoot in downtown Syracuse (sorry my favorite place). I just love downtown and prefer to shoot on location using natural light when possible. Just walk a few blocks and you find all kinds of cool backgrounds and locations.

I'm hoping to work with Molly again sometime soon.

I had this one printed as a 16x20. It is proudly hanging in my studio...

Christina - Urban Model Shoot...

My first time shooting with Christina from Rochester. All I can say is "WOW". She is an amazing model to say the least. So easy to work with and great with her posing. And a fantastic personality too.

We did an Urban Style shoot in downtown Syracuse. I had so many great images from this shoot it was hard to choose which ones to post. I even used one of the images on my personal Comp Card.

Watch for more of Christina! She'll be everywhere. And will be featured on a billboard in the Rochester area soon. Visit her on Model Mayhem here.

Trash the Dress...

My very first Trash the Dress shoot. It was fabulous. I was lucky enough to have new model, Jenn for this shoot. She was amazing and willing to get wet. She even wore my wedding dress.

The location was my favorite place in Oswego on the shore of Lake Ontario. The rocks and waves made it the perfect location.

Check out Jenn on Model Mayhem here.

Kendra - Oswego Shoot...

Another shoot with model Kendra. This time we went to one of my favorite locations in Oswego behind the power plant on the shore of Lake Ontario. It really is a beautiful location with a beach area, huge rocks and some other cool stuff.

I'm never disappointed when I shoot with Kendra. She always photographs so well and pink is a great color on her too.