Eyeful Images Photographic Arts, LLC

Getting out of the comfort zone and making a mess of it

2011-08-12T14:48:00.000-07:00

I've lived where I am now for about 15 years. That's the longest I've lived in one house but now it's time to go. Not exactly the way I wanted it to happen but change sometimes needs to give us a little shove to get us moving because it can be hard to get out of a comfort zone. Although this comfort zone of mine progressively became more uncomfortable until...Well, I'm moving on. BUT FIRST! Before leaving that zone, make a mess of it!
Here's to change!

Where have I been? Right over there! www.eyefulimages.com

2011-06-23T06:33:00.000-07:00

I've been here. Well, not on the blog but I've been right next door updating the Eyeful Images website fairly often however. I will try to come around and post more and I'll post something Eyeful right now to make up for my lack of activity lately.

Here's a photo from my dad's archives. He was also a full-time photographer when he about was my age and still pursues it as a hobby. This is he and I. I'm the cute one. And no that's not vodka. At least I don't think it was.??

Product Catalog Design & Photography

2011-02-23T22:26:00.000-08:00

I recently completed an exciting project I wanted to share here. The 2011 Manning Custom Knives Catalog. I've worked with Ed Manning and have photographed his wonderful work several times now but this was a little different. I was able to create something that was more of a piece of art than just product shots. I've always been inspired by Mr. Mannings knives (and love the one I own), and I wanted to create a catalog and product photos that not only translated the detail and craftsmanship of his work but were pieces of art. I've been working on my "Desert Dark" night photography project for some time and felt the AZ desert landscape at night worked very well with the knives. Combining my fine art photography with the custom knives worked rather well. Another new experience for me was created the entire catalog. To carry the details of the knives throughout the catalog I created the frames, bullets, and nameplates using pieces of his knives. taking sections of the custom file work on the blades, the detailed mosaic pins and sections of the handles colorful woods. It was great fun and it satisfied my desire to create materials for Ed that were special and extremely eye catching and my desire to create an artistic showpiece that would lead to other design projects for Eyeful Images. Success!
Last note on the project is a fine art print will soon be available from both Manning Custom Knives and Eyeful Images Photographic Arts. I hope you enjoy and please check out Manning Custom Knives for some beautifully crafted knives at www.manningcustomknives.com

Halloween Portraits

2010-11-07T05:13:00.000-08:00

Here's a few of my favorites from Hemina's Halloween Bash. I always love to set up "photo booths" at events. It's exceptionally fun when it a costume party! I even wore one and it's been YEARS! (the scary guy in the middle is me).

In case anyone is wondering about the setup. It's a two light setup. A ring flash with a Moonunit 32" modifier (like a round soft box)for the main light and a gridded hair light. One easy way to take studio quality portraits anywhere. I love it!

Senior Portrait Sessions

2010-09-20T19:32:00.000-07:00

I had a great senior portrait session with Sondra this weekend so here's a sample.
I'm running a senior portrait special for $125.00. That's for four looks and up to two hours! Come and get it!

A great weekend

2010-08-30T12:23:00.000-07:00

I had a great weekend. Some new things happening for Eyeful Images that I'll update on later. Shot a couple great shows as well. Here's a sample from the Headroom show at Martini Ranch and the Back From Ashes CD Release show at Joes Grotto.

Thanks Headroom and Back From Ashes for choosing Eyeful Images Photographic Arts!

What does a photographer do on his birthday?

2010-08-13T16:25:00.001-07:00

Takes pictures of all the guests of course! Here's a couple pics showing some of the guests really enjoyed the cake my wonderful daughter made for me. How old am I you ask? You're only as old as you feel! 25 thank you!

I've been Cloud Collecting

2010-07-31T14:03:00.001-07:00

I've been collecting clouds. I always love a good "skyscape" and have been photographing the sky for over four years. I've got quite a collection now. So I'e put together a little video of some of my favorite dramatic sky photos and put it to some of my own melancholy music. I hope you enjoy it.

Mayhem Festival 2010

2010-07-19T14:36:00.000-07:00

It was good to be back for the Mayhem Festival again. I enjoyed the line up on the main stage and got some great photos. Here's a few of my favorites of Rob Zombie. You can check out a slideshow of fifty or so of my images from the event at The Phoenix New Times

Let's talk about sports - The D League Sports Talk Show

2010-07-05T18:24:00.000-07:00

Here's a few shots from my shoot with Patrick, Heather, Jack and Butters of The D League Sports Talk Show. A fun bunch and a fun shoot. The D League is a weekly 2 hour sports talk show that will air every Wednesday night at 9pm eastern/ 6pm pacific starting on July 28th as well as a network of bloggers bringing you sports stories that the mainstream media has yet to discover.
You can check them out at The D League Sports Talk Show

Muddy Memories. Mighty Mud Mania 2010.

2010-06-22T09:08:00.000-07:00

I recently had a fun job for Henkel of America, Inc. - The task was to have a "photo booth" where attendees of Mighty Mud Mania could have their photo taken and take home a 5x7 print as a memento. A thoughtful gift from Henkel who was the main sponsor of the event. Eyeful Images photographed and printed about 260 photos of Mud Mania attendees!

Here's a few of my favorites from the day!

You can see the rest of the photos from Mighty Mud Mania on Henkel's Flickr page

Busy weekend

2010-06-12T12:08:00.000-07:00

My weekend started off with photographing Lesa in the studio and then Insane Clown Posse at te Marquee Theatre. I'll be photographing Adult swim at the San Carlos Hotel later today, Fall of Empyrean at UBs in Mesa tonight, then off to capture (and enjoy) Manny's Birthday party. My trigger finger is getting a workout this weekend.

Here's "Light on her feet" with Lesa and a shot from the I.C.P. show where there was no short supply of Faygo. What a blast.

Be sure to check out the rest of the ICP show (and after show) photos at the Phoenix New Times

Architectural/Venue Photography

2010-05-20T20:18:00.000-07:00

Here's some recent images for Phase 54 venue. A sampling of the architectural/venue photography.

It's a beautiful space with capacity for over 2200. For local and national touring acts needing this size venue, this is going to be one of the best in AZ.

Here's a few images from the first musical performance at the venue by the Boogie Knights & Spazmatics.

Phase 54 Grand Opening!

2010-05-09T16:35:00.000-07:00

On May 7th I photographed the Phase 54 music venue grand opening for the venue and for the Phoenix New Times. The beautiful 26,100 squre ft. venue is going to be a wonderful place to see live entertainment and concerts in Chandler Arizona. You can see more of the photos from the evening soon on the Phoenix New Times blog and on the Phase54 website.

Congratulations Courtney & Bernard!

2010-04-25T22:07:00.000-07:00

Saturday I worked as second shooter with wedding photographer Opal Gaines. Here's a few of my favorite images from Courtney & Bernards special day. It was a pleasure getting to share the day with this great couple, their family and friends.

Every Can Counts!

2010-04-25T11:46:00.000-07:00

On Friday night I set up a "photo booth" at the Every Can Counts Concert at ASU to benefit St. Mary's Food Bank. Fun stuff for a good cause.

Isle of Essence - CD cover

2010-04-20T21:46:00.000-07:00

Here's one of my latest Music photography projects. CD artwork and promotional photography for the Arizona band Isle of Essence. This is the cover. Be sure to check them out! Isle of Essence Official Band Website

Congratulations Matthew & Brytni!

2010-04-19T10:26:00.000-07:00

Here's a sampling from my engagement photo session with Matthew & Brytni.

A Happy 2nd Anniversary for Eyeful Images!

2010-04-04T16:17:00.001-07:00

Although I've been wielding a camera since about 2005, Today, April 4th. 2010 marks the official 2nd Anniversary for Eyeful Images Photographic Arts, LLC.
Thanks to all of you who chose Eyeful Images for your photography needs. I've had the pleasure of photographing weddings, engagements, products, executives, models, families, bands, events and more. All of which have been a pleasure! Thank you all for choosing Eyeful Images for your photographic needs!

Sincerely,

Victor J. Palagano III
Eyeful Images Phtographic Arts, LLC.

The Boulevards

2010-03-28T00:30:00.001-07:00

Here's a couple of images from my shoot with The Boulevards. Check them out here.

She's almost here!

2010-03-27T23:31:00.000-07:00

Two images from my maternity shoot with Brenda and Charles. See you soon Samera!

Macy

2010-03-27T01:40:00.001-07:00

I had a great shoot with Macy and MUA Chelsey Linden. Here's a few images from our shoot.

Mr. Fix It!

2010-03-24T20:03:00.000-07:00

Here's David fixing my old laptop. What a great guy doing that for me and not charging me a dime. Thanks David!

Congratulations Adam & Nora!

2010-03-21T04:16:00.000-07:00

Here's a few of my favorites from Adam & Nora's beautiful wedding. I photographed Adam and Nora's wedding as a second photographer to photographer Melissa Keniski. It was a pleasure to share their beautiful afternoon with them. Congratulations Adam & Nora!

Park day with the Mannings.

2010-03-19T18:57:00.000-07:00

Here's a group shot from my family photo shoot with the Mannings.

Happy Anniversary fine art photography image!

2010-03-02T00:00:00.000-08:00

My photograph entitled 'Forgotten Melody" was captured on March 2nd, 2006. On a rainy day in Georgia. The piano was on it's way to the dump. While the body may have passed on, the soul remains in this photograph.
"Forgotten Melody" is a limited edition print of 100. This beautiful limited edition print is on sale at Discovered Artists Gallery! Click on this link to check it out Forgotten Melody Limited Edition Print

A car collection enough to make Jay Leno envious!

2010-02-28T12:59:00.001-08:00

This is my son David and his (partial) car collection. It's enough to make Jay Leno envious.

Girl drummers rock my world

2010-02-27T06:24:00.000-08:00

This is JG. Drummer for the Arizona band We Are They. If you know me you know that I love photographing live music and especially drummers. JG is one of my favorites. She rocks. The rest of the band? Ryan, Andrew, Tyler and Mark. Not so bad. (Settle down guys. I'm joking. You rock too!)

To visit We Are They, click here> We Are They

Sharp Looking Product Photography!

2010-02-24T15:00:00.000-08:00

I've been doing some very enjoyable product photography work lately. One project in particular was a job shooting products for Ed Manning of Manning Custom Knives. Ed makes some beautiful hand crafted knives. Very beautiful and meticulously crafted!
Here's a couple of images from my Manning Custom Knives shoot. You can see more and learn about Ed's work at the following link Manning Custom Knives.

Happy Birthday Rico!

2010-02-22T18:01:00.001-08:00

Saturday night I was hired to photograph a surprise birthday party for Rico Suggs. It was a blast!

The BMW Rico is sitting in was a birthday present. And no it wasn't from me. Happy Birthday Rico!

Alice in Chains at Dodge Theatre

2010-02-18T08:42:00.000-08:00

Alice in Chains has always been one of my favorite bands. They were also a big musical influence to me when "Guitar God" was my career ambition. Last night at Dodge Theatre in Phoenix they had a pretty packed house and although I was sad I couldn't stay to enjoy the entire show it was a pleasure getting to photograph (while singing along) the first three songs of their set. To see more of my photos from the show go here Phoenix New Times - Up on the Sun

Photography makes a great Valentine's Day gift

2010-02-15T16:09:00.000-08:00

Here's a couple of images from my shoot with Chelsey Linden. Chelsey was in need of some themed pin-up style portraits to give as a gift to her military man. I asked Chelsey if she would pose with the television for my "television series" portraits as well and she agreed so here is my favorite Valentine's image and the television portrait.
Chelsey is a talented makeup artist and I hope to be working with her where her MUA talents will be a welcomed addition on future shoots. (Chelsey did her own makeup for her shoot.)

Eyeful Photo Shoot Fact: The gun is a real assault rifle I borrowed from a friend. He seemed a bit reluctant at first but I think he'll be happy to know it was put to good use.

What did Chelsey think? Here's the comment she left for me. "Very comfortable, friendly, and professional. Understood my vision and made it happen! I was extremely pleased."

Thanks Chelsey!

Chris McGuffin

2010-02-11T09:48:00.001-08:00

Here's a couple images from a recent shoot with vocalist/songwriter Chris McGuffin. One of these may be used for the cover of his upcoming self-titled CD. (Link to Chris McGuffn will be added to post when available)

Midnight Dreaming in the Desert

2010-01-23T20:25:00.000-08:00

Midnight Dreaming in the Desert is a recent work from my Arizona landscape night photography series.

Open edition 9x18 print of "Midnight Dreaming in the Desert" is now available at Discovered Artists Gallery and VisionLight Gallery.

Eyeful Photo Shoot Fact: 30 second exposure at 2500iso. (Nikon D700. Gotta love it!)

Portraits of Kayla

2010-01-16T16:26:00.000-08:00

Here's a couple of my favorites from my latest shoot with Kayla.

This was my first shoot incorporating the "moon unit" modifier for my ring flash. It was used in both of these images.

Cold Stone Creamery

2010-01-11T14:49:00.000-08:00

Working a few days on set shooting production stills for Cold Stone Creamery. I think I'll be taking the kids down there soon to get some. All this looking at it and not eating it is just not good!

Bartlett Family Photos

2009-12-29T09:23:00.000-08:00

Here's a few of my favorite shots from my family photo shoot with the Bartletts.

Why do they grow so fast?

2009-12-14T20:30:00.000-08:00

I was looking through pictures of my children and was again reminded that they're growing up too fast. I need to make the best of this time with them. They won't always want to spend time with dad. Although I think I'm a pretty cool dad as far as dads go. I wish everyone a wonderful and safe holiday. May you get to have some real quality time with your loved ones. Cheers! :)

Mindy DuPonte

2009-12-01T22:42:00.000-08:00

So after finally meeting metal goddess Mindy at her last show I asked if she would allow me the honor of photographing her with the TV and also to do a few other shots for fun. Here's a sampling.

Production Stills - Taco Time 2010 campaign

2009-11-07T16:32:00.000-08:00

So 2009 came and is soon going and I find myself once again working on the set with UD Productions. This time for Taco Time's 2010 campaign. It was a great pleasure seeing and working again with all of the talented individuals on the set over the four days of shooting. It seems like only a month ago we were doing the 2009 campaign. Here's to 2010 and to the yummy new menu items!

Pre-Halloween fun with Rob Zombie

2009-10-30T11:06:00.000-07:00

My Halloween weekend couldn't have started out better than with
Rob Zombie and Nekromantix at Dodge Theatre. See the slideshow of my images at the Phoenix New Times

"Rubi's on TV!"

2009-10-29T13:20:00.001-07:00

A couple images from my shoot with Rubi. She happily modeled for my "Television series" portraits I'm working on and I'm thrilled with the results.

IMPETU

2009-10-24T22:00:00.000-07:00

Here's a favorite from a CD artwork shoot with Impetu. This will most likely be the CD cover image. Check them out here > IMPETU

"The Most Interesting Show in the World" gets more interesting.

2009-10-24T13:22:00.000-07:00

The Dos Equis "The Most Interesting Show In The World" variety show at The Venue of Scottsdale was more interesting than last year and it's not often I have a good time that ends with me being covered in shredded lettuce.
View all of the images here at the Phoenix New Times

These DJs each have their own style

2009-10-16T20:42:00.000-07:00

Last night I photographed DJ Slippe and DJ Breez at MYST in Scottsdale. Here's a shot of each of them from the same spot with a 14-24mm 2.8 lens. Slightly different angles but

obviously the light is the primary factor in the totally different personalities of these working DJ portraits. Playing with and catching light at venues is all part of the fun. And hearing these guys spin is nice too. You can check out DJ SLIPPE and DJ BREEZ with these links.

The road is calling

2009-10-07T21:59:00.000-07:00

I miss traveling. And I'm starting to complain about it on this blog. I should go on the road if the road is calling. Not for too long. Just a short trip under a week because I'll really miss my kids.
Here are a few samples of my fine art travel photography. These images are from New York, Alaska, Oregon, New Orleans and San Francisco. Favorite places to me and all are available as prints here Victor J. Palagano III Prints
The Brooklyn Bridge image is a long exposure taken at night. The Alaskan glacier photo was taken with a pinhole camera. The bridge at Multnomah falls. I could live there. Like an Ewok I would. And sleep to the sound of the falls. New Orleans in the early morning fog is a wonderful place. This image of the Golden Gate bridge was taken on one of my first visits to San francisco. I had returned several times over a few years to photograph the bridge again from that exact spot. Anyway. The road is calling...

Phoenix Fashion Week 2009

2009-10-03T00:35:00.000-07:00

This weekend I'm photographing Phoenix Fashion Week for Privacy Wear/Privacy Premium (PRVCY). A designer clothing company showing their line of great looking denim jeans for men and women as well as "breast cancer clothing". You can read about their dedication to help fight breast cancer and create awareness on their website Privacy Wear and PRVCY Premium

Eyeful Photo Shoot Fact: I usually feel like a minority when I'm working. Not this time! That's a brilliant stack of photographers! I certainly felt protected from all of those models. Now go check out the PRVCY jeans.

Speaking of the Economy (Barry Asmus)

2009-09-26T21:14:00.000-07:00

Production stills of Dr. Barry Asmus. Senior Economist for the prestigious National Center for Policy Analysis and named by USA Today as one of the five most requested speakers in the United States. Shot on the set of a Union Digital Media production.

I also composed and recorded the background music for Barry's video "A Tribute To America" which can be seen on the main page of Barry's site.

Vocalist S7 (Pronounced Seven)

2009-09-26T18:30:00.000-07:00

A couple images from my shoot with vocalist S7. You can hear S7 in action here.

Always there but often overlooked

2009-09-25T00:06:00.000-07:00

Photographers often complain about having to shoot from the sound board which is usually a good distance from the stage. This only happens occasionally but when it does you need a loooong lens like a 300-400mm to get any kind of close up. Also the angle isn't as dramatic or personal as when you're a few feet away from your favorite guitarist or pop diva. But it's not all bad shooting from there. This point of view actually forces you see a very important element that I always love to capture when I shoot a concert. The fans. Without the fans there would be no concert. More importantly the people attending the show are quite a sight to observe. An ocean of heads and hands, sometimes lighters or camera phones. Photos of the crowds and of the bands with their field of fans in front of them make strong statements. You can see exactly what kind of power music commands when you observe this energetic mass and seeing the synergy between musician and concert goer is wonderful! It's something a photographers camera should never miss at a concert.

You can see my other shots of the Killers and the Nervous Wreckords at the Phoenix New TImes website.

David Fefolt

2009-09-24T12:17:00.000-07:00

Here's an image from my studio shoot with rock singer/songwriter David Fefolt. This was David's favorite one. I like it best as well.

"Victor is one of the most professional and personable photographers that I have worked with. He makes you feel like you're hanging out with one of your old friends and I think that's how he gets the "magic"... when you don't think about trying to look good, he takes a picture and you just do. What a pro..."
-David Fefolt/Angels of Babylon

You can check out David and his music at David Fefolt's MySpace Page

P!NK and The Ting Tings

2009-09-22T09:04:00.000-07:00

I had the pleasure of photographing Pink on her Fun House tour at jobing.com arena with opening act The Ting Tings Sunday night. Here's a couple pics from the show. You can see more of my images from this colorful concert at Phoenix New TImes.

This shot of The Ting Tings' Katie White bouncing back to an erect position playing with her "looper" pedal on the platform below her is one of my favorites.

Fall Frenzy Music Festival in Tempe

2009-09-21T00:26:00.001-07:00

Here's a few photos from Saturday at the Fall Frenzy Music Festival in Tempe.
To be honest I had more fun photographing the crowd than I did the bands but these shots of Fall Out Boy's Patrick Stump in action and Pepper's Kaleo Wassman complete with crowd and scenic Tempe backdrop were a couple of my favorite captures. You can see a slideshow of all of them at Phoenix New TImes.

Back to the desert

2009-09-14T13:11:00.000-07:00

Wait a minute. Back to? I live in the desert.
It's easy to get off track with all of the different work I've been doing. My fine art photography has taken a back seat for most of 2009 but I'm finally getting back around to working on my "Desert Nights" landscape project. I hope to have the project complete by the end of the year. A collection of Arizona landscape night photos. This image is of the Superstition Mountains lit by a full moon under the clouds taken February 2009, 11:40pm. There's even a few ribbons of snow on the top which may be difficult to see here.
My fine art photography can be seen and purchased at several online galleries. Here's one link below to my work available at VisionLight Gallery. Victor J. Palagano III Prints

The Cramer/Sanchez Band

2009-09-05T22:48:00.001-07:00

Here's a few favorites from my studio shoot today with the Cramer/Sanchez Band. A talented group of musicians and great guys.

Here's what they had to say. "Your relaxed professionalism put us at ease and made the session go very smoothly. The finished photos look fantastic. You even made us look good! I'll pass the word.. EYEFUL IMAGES is the way to go!" - The Cramer/Sanchez Band

Looking back on myself

2009-08-07T11:31:00.000-07:00

I can't believe it's already been three years since I did this self-portrait entitled "Detached". Here it is on the cover of Focus Fine Art Photography magazine, August 2006 issue. Time sure flies. I've been trying to get back to work on my fine art photography but It's been hard to make it priority with so much going on.
So here's the plug for my fine art prints. Check them out! Victor J. Palagano III Gallery

Rockstar Mayhem Festival 09

2009-07-21T20:19:00.000-07:00

Rockstar Energy Drink Mayhem Festival. I got some great shots of Slayer, Marilyn Manson, Job for a Coyboy and Trivium as well as some of the crazy fans. Check out the slideshow of fifty photos and the review here at the Phoenix New Times.

Jenny Lewis & Heartless Bastards

2009-07-13T13:28:00.000-07:00

Jenny Lewis and opening act Heartless Bastards on Saturday night.
Check out the Phoenix New Times review and slideshow here.

The Tilted Lids - All Aboard CD cover

2009-06-09T13:10:00.000-07:00

CD cover / promo photo for the Arizona Hip-Hop group Tilted Lids.
This is the CD cover. Still working on the rest of the CD artwork.

kwpr

2009-05-31T02:18:00.000-07:00

This is Kelly Wood, Principal and Director of Strategy of kwpr group and her talented public relations team.
Learn more about Kelly and kwpr group here.

Music and pictures for Blimpie

2009-05-13T22:52:00.000-07:00

I shot some still photography and composed some music for Blimpie recently. I've been doing more music jobs lately which I've really been enjoying. I was missing it.

So here's my photo of a Blimpie combo and the link to the $5 Dollar Subs commercial I created the music for. They wanted something percussive to cause you to want to look at the TV during commercial time. You know, when your in the kitchen looking for snacks.

Poker Wars

2009-04-25T10:16:00.001-07:00

I recently shot a feature story for Phoenix New Times about off reservation local gambling halls & poker rooms here in Arizona. Read the Poker Wars story by Paul Rubin.

Engagement Photo Session

2009-04-21T22:49:00.000-07:00

A few of my favorites from an engagement photo session with Steve and Christine.

Here's what Steve & Christine had to say.

“As soon as we first saw Victor’s work we knew there was no way we would have anyone else shoot our engagement photos for us. Even while at our very scenic locations we did not realize how much he would blow away our expectations! We are far more happy with the results than we ever thought we could be. Everyone that sees our engagement photos are stunned! Thanks Victor!”
-Steve & Christine Russo

Goddess Lakshmi drinks Diet Coke?

2009-04-20T23:46:00.000-07:00

Two variations of Lakshmi. One with her enjoying a diet coke and one more "fine art" style. Model: Hemina
Prints are available. Lakshmi prints

[A conceptual print advertising campaign featuring goddess Lakshmi enjoying a zero calorie diet coke]

Fall of Empyrean

2009-04-20T00:41:00.000-07:00

Promotional photo for the Arizona metal band Fall of Empyrean
Here's what they said about their photos.

"Hi Victor! Just wanted to drop by to thank you again for everything, we couldnt be more happy with the photos, they turned out great. You gave us exactly what we were looking for. We will definitely recommend you highly to anyone looking for new photos, we'll be in touch." - Richard, Fall of Empyrean

(They may look intimidating but they're really a bunch of nice guys)

Christmas in April with Northern Light Orchestra

2009-04-19T13:22:00.000-07:00

A few images from the Northern Light Orchestra show at Orpheum Theatre in Phoenix.

You can check out Northern Light Orchestra and get more info here NLO

Who's the boss?

2009-04-04T01:03:00.000-07:00

Bruce Springsteen of course (and the E Street Band). Well, maybe not my boss, but the boss of a sold out jobing.com arena for the evening. I didn't have my 70-200mm 2.8 lens or a larger zoom for this show which was sad. I had to use my old DX 18-200VR which performs disappointingly compared to the 70-200mm 2.8 (as it should for the $1500.00 difference) We had to shoot from the sound board and having a 400mm would've been nice. The other four photographers there had them (as you can see from the image below) which made me feel a little "lens envy". Oh well. I still got good shots.
You can see the rest of my pics from the show at the Phoenix New Times site here Bruce Springsteen Slideshow

New online venue for Eyeful Images Prints!

2009-04-02T22:40:00.000-07:00

My fine art photography is now available at Discovered Artist online gallery. If you haven't seen my fine art photography, or if you just haven't seen it recently, please take a look around at my new Discovered Artists gallery.
Pictured above: limited edition image "Empty" - Below: "Honesty".

Kayla

2009-03-30T21:44:00.000-07:00

This is Kayla. Here are a couple favorites from our shoot. I've decided to make this old television famous and use it for a series of photos. This is the second in the series so far.

For this image I composed the shot using an old Rolleiflex, then I shot the image in it's viewfinder using my D700 w/ Sigma 70mm macro lens. Sorry Photoshop, I love you, but not this time.

Lore - Dark City Magazine

2009-03-30T13:54:00.000-07:00

Promo shot for Lore. She needed a shot for the Russian music magazine Dark City which she has been featured in a couple of times. They wanted a photo of her holding up the magazine for inclusion in the magazine. Here it is.

You can hear a track that Lore and I cowrote and produced entitled "Release" on her album as well.

Celebrity Fight Night XV

2009-03-30T12:45:00.000-07:00

Celebrity Fight Night XV. This assignment for the Phoenix New Times was my first red carpet event. I was a paparazzo I guess. Pictured here are actors Forest Whitaker, John Corbitt, Olympic swimmer Michael Phelps and Music Producer David Foster. See a slideshow of these and other celebrity photos here at the Phoenix New Times Celebrity Fight Night Slideshow

It's Taco Time again!

2009-03-12T11:53:00.000-07:00

Hungry? How about some Taco Time beef tacos!

Production still of the setup:

Taco Time commercial produced by Union Digital Media

[Eyeful Images Photographic Arts : Arizona Product Photography]

My Third Wedding

2009-03-11T21:06:00.000-07:00

Here's a few of my favorites from todays wedding at the Boogum Tree. This was my third wedding where I worked as a second photographer mainly getting candid and detail shots.

The Power of Television

2009-03-10T07:27:00.000-07:00

This is Hemina (actor, model, dancer). The first shot is for a series of "fashion portraits" I'm working on. The second one for her portfolio. You can view Hemina's site here: Hemina Kapadia
[Eyeful Images Photographic Arts : Arizona fashion & modeling Photography]

DJ Slippe

2009-02-28T15:58:00.000-08:00

DJ Slippe promotional photos.

DJ Johnny Vegas

2009-02-26T20:33:00.000-08:00

Promotional photo for DJ Johnny Vegas. You can check him out at myspace.com/hawaiianhammer

One Wish

2009-02-22T18:02:00.001-08:00

Just an image I created for fun. I was feeling the need to use my 70mm macro which I don't use too often. This is the result.

Isle of Essence - CD Release 02.13.09

2009-02-19T21:42:00.000-08:00

Arizona band Isle of Essence live shots from their CD release show. I'll be doing their new promo photos as well and will post them here after the shoot.
You can check out more Isle of Essence here -Isle of Essence

Tuaca Body Art

2009-02-09T07:32:00.000-08:00

A few of my favorites from the Tuaca "Body Art Ball Revolution". I shot this event for the Phoenix New Times. A slideshow of my photos from the event can be seen on the New Times website blog here
Tuaca Slideshow
I had never had Tuaca. It's good!

Carden

2009-02-04T02:44:00.000-08:00

I haven't done an art piece just for me in almost a year. Well, here's a new one! There's four layers for the image elements (trees and sky from California, cars from Texas, mountain from Arizona) and a texture (scanned tintype) layer for a total of five. Photoshop fun!

Toybox - Band in a box

2009-01-19T03:26:00.000-08:00

Promotional photos for the band TOYBOX. Initially I wanted to shoot them in a giant wooden crate suspended from the ceiling and get them spilling out and...Anyway, I had great expectations. Although I am happy with the results of what we ending up doing as an alternative. A much more cost effective alternative that was still creative yet well within the clients budget. We rented a storage unit for a day and lined the walls with paper and threw sheet music everywhere. It was fun. Like with all of my clients, I offered Toybox some different variations on the images. Here you can see a couple different looks I created using Photoshop.
You can check out Toybox on MySpace Toybox

My how the Funkadelic time flies - George Clinton 01.07.09

2009-01-08T01:56:00.000-08:00

It's coming up on a year since I went to the George Clinton Parliament Funkadelic show at the Marquee Theatre in February of 2008. It doesn't seem like that long ago and now I'm back at the Marquee with the George and his gang again. I'm glad I got to shoot another Funkadelic show. It was one of those things I really wanted to do and it happened at the perfect time. It took some of the bad out of the bad day I was having. Last years show pics

The rest of the shots from this show can be seen in my MySpace Albums

Eyeful Images of the Eye Candie Models

2009-01-02T12:15:00.000-08:00

Four images from my shoot with Candice (Candie) Marlowe and Daniel Saucedo. This is a fast and efficient setup and we shot these in a parking lot, not in a studio. I love being portable. :)

Happy Holidays and Thank You!

2008-12-25T07:58:00.000-08:00

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year everyone! I want to thank everyone that helped make 2008 a great year for Eyeful Images.
All of the musicians, companies, publications and individuals who put their trust in me as their photographer. Thanks for the support and business. I've made some great new friends along the way. Here's to 2009!

What time is it? It's Taco Time!

2008-12-23T14:59:00.000-08:00

Recently I worked with many talented individuals on a series of Taco Time commercials. I was the production photographer and also shot stills of the 2009 menu items for print use. Here are shots of two yummy Taco Time menu selections and two behind the scenes production stills from the commercial set.
(2009 Taco Time Campaign Produced by Union Digital Media, Inc.)

Family Portraits

2008-12-10T01:32:00.000-08:00

A few shots from my family portrait shoot with the Pauls. We shot these at their home using my portable setup.

The KORG MR recorders

2008-12-01T09:02:00.001-08:00

My latest product photography gig with the Korg MR recorders. This is the final ad using one of my group shots. These recorders are wonderful! If you're into audio recording technology you need to check them out. www.korg.com. I'll be using one myself soon.

What about the kids?

2008-11-30T12:14:00.000-08:00

So I thought I would post a few pictures of my kids here occasionally. Here is a shot I took of David several months back. It's one of my favorites. David loves the rain like his dad and he likes to look at the puddles when he can't be jumping in them.

Lyra The Harp

2008-11-18T13:06:00.001-08:00

Promotional photo for Lyra The Harp.
You can check them out here

New Fine Art Images Available!

2008-11-11T13:06:00.000-08:00

Many new limited and open edition prints are from Germany, New York and Arizona and can be purchased at the website below:

VisionLight Gallery

They make great Christmas gifts.

Here's a small sampling of the new prints.

Elizabeth Chamberlain

2008-11-10T18:46:00.000-08:00

Promotional photography for Elizabeth Chamberlain. I love working with artists whose music connects with me and Elizabeth is one of those artists. Hearing her live is the best. Check her out here: www.myspace.com/elizabethchamberlainmusic.

Models and zombies getting along beautifully!

2008-11-02T12:23:00.000-08:00

Interesting night at Phase 54. I was shooting a lingerie show and at the same time there were zombies running around for Día de los Muertos. Fun stuff.

Lookin' Good! (New lighting stuff)

2008-10-30T16:03:00.000-07:00

So I've been slowly "accumulating" the things I will need to do whatever it is I may need to do, at any time I need to do it. Here's two soon to be classic images (cough...) created using the latest addition to my arsenal. A 30x60 softbox.

I am in desperate need of models to keep me from further embarrassing myself.

Jack Ripper & L.A. Guns

2008-10-26T11:49:00.001-07:00

Last night I photographed the amazing twelve year old Jack Ripper. He started playing at seven and now just five years later, his playing and stage presence is right up there with the best. A real treat to see him perform live. He and his band played a great set at Club Red in Tempe opening for L.A. Guns. Jack also joined Guns for a song during their set. Here are a few of my favorites. You can view more of the photos from the show in my MySpace "Jack Ripper" Album http://www.myspace.com/eyefulimages and check out Jack at http://www.myspace.com/jackripperaz

Metallica - World Magnetic Tour - 10.21.08

2008-10-23T12:00:00.000-07:00

I did my second freelance assignment for the Phoenix New Times two night ago where Metallica kicked off their World Magnetic tour at jobing.com arena in Glendale AZ. I missed the opening band The Sword but I did get to see Down. This was a fun gig. I've never seen so many photographers at a show. I think there were sixteen there.
You can see more photos, slideshows, read reviews and more at the Phoenix New Times - blogs.phoenixnewtimes.com/uponsun
Slideshow of sixteen of my show pics here:
http://www.phoenixnewtimes.com/slideshow/view/169566

More Cool Product Photography

2008-10-21T11:42:00.000-07:00

Product photography for VOX and Marshall Amplification.
Pictured here is the wonderful VOX Virage guitar and a Marshall JVM amp. Both can make ya drool a bit. The last picture is the finished ad for the JVM where they only used a cropped version of the Marshall shot.

Hemoptysis - The Sets - 10.18.08

2008-10-21T09:53:00.000-07:00

Promotional pics for the band Hemoptysis. Live show at The Sets in Tempe, AZ.

The Most Interesting Show In The World?

2008-10-17T12:56:00.000-07:00

The Dos Equis "The Most Interesting Show In The World" variety show hosted by Jim Rose at Martini Ranch Scottsdale AZ.
I missed about half of the performances due to a late arrival but here are a few shots from the second half. The most interesting show in the world? Almost.

NYC at night.

2008-10-11T17:33:00.000-07:00

I was in New York last week for a photo shoot and when I wasn't working on the shoot, I was out shooting. I can't help myself. I went to the city with a fellow photographer to do some night photography. Here are a few of my favorites. I'll post images from the photo shoot soon. Not the personal shoot...the other shoot I was there to do. You know what I meant, right? (The word "shoot" looks weird to me now.)

Korg M50

2008-10-06T09:24:00.000-07:00

These are Korg M50 test (example) shots I did for Korg. The M50 is a great new keyboard based off of the Korg M3. I want one.

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