Evan Ross

Evan Ross in this months Paper Magazine. Also have a full page shot of Nicki Minaj in this months Spin Magazine

Squeeze's Second Album

Its been an awesome week. Shot Stan Lee, Daft Punk and Warpaint on consecutive days and then had an amazing book event in MPLS. Thanks to everyone at Fifth Element and Gingko Press for their hard work on that.

M.P.L.S.

Aloe

Just got an awesome package from Stones Throw of all the Aloe Blacc vinyl and posters. So cool. Really proud to be a part of this project and to see it taking off. Egon sent a CD and asked me to shoot Aloe a ways back. Half way through the first song I emailed him back and enthusiastic yes. Something grabbed me right off the bat. During the first of two shoots i did with Aloe, we did a set up where I needed him to actually sing during the shot. The room was dark except for one spot light and a lot of smoke. He started in and the whole place got real quiet except for his stunning voice. Absolutely amazing. Sent chills. It was one of the moments that reconfirm why I do anything I do. A true highlight of all the years I've been shooting. Congratulations to Aloe and Stones Throw and all involved. I hope it keeps moving like it has.
In the corner you can see the proofs from the new Atmosphere shoot I did last week. Shot 3200 on an old F3. Felt great. The book I published about them is coming out in two weeks. More info on its release to come

WORK

My friend Gloria Noto has released the 3rd Issue of her brilliant online magazine called Work. There is a launch party tonight in LA so if you can make it check it out. I have two stories in this issue and I am thrilled. Thanks Gloria!

Timing

So in 1998 i walked up to this guy Sean I had met recently and asked the somehwhat akward question "Hey you want to go cruise around and take pictures some afternoon?" For what ever reason he said yes. 12 years later I have published my first photo book documenting a decent chunk of Sean's journey from record store clerk/pro coffee drinker to Indie Rap figurehead/pro coffee drinker. This weekend, in Minneapolis, 100 copies of the limited edition version of this book will be available at the Atmosphere shows at First Avenue. 50 copies a night. I have yet to hold it in my hands. I am kind of scared of other people being around when I finally do as the trip getting this book published has been a long and crazy one. Thank you so much to the many people involved: Kai and Andy, David and Bryan, and of course Sean, Siddiq, Jbird, Skye and all of Rhymesayers.

All The R's

Its been a great month. Went to Atlanta to shoot a cover story for Respect Magazine. Waka Flocka was a gentleman and worked until the late late hours to finish the shoot. He is a hard working and dedicated soul. Thanks Monique and Casey for making it happen. Shot PACSUN in Newport Beach one day last week and froze my butt off shooting in the abandon Michigan Central Station in Detroit 2 days later. Shot the awesome and kind Evan Ross for Paper. Shot a cover for the OC Weekly and now I'm getting ready for my book release in MPLS! Thanks to all who worked with me. Much much appreciated

On The Dance Floor

My new look book for Metropark is out! My sixth one. I love looking back and thinking how a single email one day can turn into a great relationship. I love the continuing collaboration. Its like a family. To Ron and Laura and Michelle and Renee and Tate. Thanks for the great times.

Aloe Blacc

Los Angeles Times feature with one of my favorite photos of Aloe. Aloe is an amazing performer and an incredible gentleman. Get his album today

News

Have a small feature up on the great blog Lipsticktracez. Thanks Reggie. Also have a big story on Shanghai in the current issue of EnRpute Magazine. Just did a shoot with Respect Magazine down in Atlanta. PACSUN Holiday ads are popping up in magazines. More to come!

TOMORROW!

TONIGHT!

Of All Time

Much Love

Aloe Blacc Covers

Shot some covers for this amazing artist on Stones Throw Records

Working Mans Dead

Just did an awesome shoot for the new and fabulous Work magazine with Gloria Noto, Heather Christie and Gena Tuso. Much more to come

More Rover

Rover

Shot a bunch of stuff for the Clearwire Rover Puck way back in February of this year. They launched this fall. More images to come

Content Mode

I while ago I did a shoot with the amazing stylist Deborah Ferguson. She has released it in her awesome new online style journal called Content Mode. Thanks Deborah. Cant wait to collaborate again! Thanks to Gloria Noto and Denise.

Ian Somernhalder in Rolling Stone

Two page Spread in the new Rolling Stone of Ian Somerhalder from The Vampire Diaries. Very very nice guy, talked cameras a lot. Thanks a ton to Mel and Travis for letting us take over their cabin for the afternoon.

We Are Scientists Video!

Directed a video for the song I Dont Bite off the album Barbara



Camera by Aaron Farley
Hair and Make up by Jilann O'Neill
Props by Caitlin Reilly
Edited by Otto Arsenault

Thank you each and all of the above and below

Hell Yeah

Part Two of a Trilogy.

Good Charlotte Single Cover

Summer Rolls

Its been a crazy summer. Shot campaigns for Rachel Roy , Virgin Mobile with Mother NY, and PACSUN. Shot covers for Paper and a brand new 14 page fashion story for their Sept Issue plus the lovely Nicki Minaj. Just finished a video for We Are Scientists and have a two page spread in the new Rolling Stone and shot the cover for Good Charlotte's new single. Shot with the fun loving guys in Chiddy Bang for their upcoming album. Also, just wrapped a 5 portrait, 5 city whirlwind shoot for ESPN The Magazine's upcoming Body Issue. 3 new projects brewing and more to come. Thanks so much to all the amazing people who have hired me, worked with me and provided support during the shoots. I couldn't ask for a better clients, crew and support. Thank you

Nicki Minaj

For Paper Magazine