Chanti

Here are a few teasers from my recent shoot with Chanti, a soon to be senior. Chanti was referred to me by Caitlin who I just shot recently and also came along to assist me with Chanti. Chanti was great and relaxed real quick and let the inner model out. Great work Chanti, and have a great senior year...

99th California Rodeo, Salinas

Today I shot for Lure Advertising and Design today at the California Rodeo in Salinas. It is the 99th year for the rodeo. I remember attending as a kid but I haven't been back in years. I quickly realized that rodeo may be the ultimate sport to photograph. I can't think of much more exciting and visual than bull or bronco riding. Having a media pass with Lure made it all the better, with amazing access . I'm going back to shoot more tomorrow but for now here is a few highlights...

Caitlin

Caitlin's mom Becky, who I haven't seen in years hit me up to shoot Caitlin's senior pictures. This was my first senior session for the year and it couldn't have gone better. I was a bit worried about the harsh mid-day light at high noon on a gorgeous day. It all worked out. I put Becky to work holding the bounce, and she kicked butt. Got a good arm workout too in the crazy wind. Thanks for the help Becky.

Caitlin totally rocked and I was blown away by her amazing personality. Totally outgoing, laughing constantly, and willing to try just about anything. She even braved the chilly Monterey Bay ocean. By far the most fun I've had shooting a portrait session, and my best work yet in that area too, I think. Totally stoked on these and I know Becky & Caitlin will like them.

Thanks for taking a look. Leave me some love in the comments if you like.

Great job Caitlin!!!

Such a great natural smile that didn't go away all day.

I love all the textures of the buildings on Ft. Ord

Took it inside an abandoned building to get some grunge and play with lighting a bit

These were taken with off camera flash and a flashlight, white balanced to the flashlight. I love how the flash showered the back wall in the blue light. This room was pitch black.

The biggest challenge of the day was getting her to not smile. So happy.

Caitlin was such a good sport. I asked her if she wanted to get in the water. She just looked at me with a look of excitement and willingness to try whatever. It was a long wet walk back to the car.