classic is always "in"

If you're familiar with us, you know we're not, nor do we strive to be, your traditional photographer. In fact, I've always looked at us as conceptual photographers, leaning more towards the stylized-illustrious philosophy. You could call us "painters with a camera" rather than a brush, but painters nonetheless; you get the idea.

I belabor the point because today's post, "classic is always in", appears to contrast with what I just said; when in fact I believe it compliments. To me, "classic" is not synonymous with traditional. Traditional is safe, conservative; the antithesis of progressive. It's a style well equipped for certain situations though not one we practice. However, classic is something more. Classic levitates above genre, style, and personal preference. It stands on it's own, unassuming.

I believe classic can compliment any style, and is necessary for any photographer. Both the latest trend can be as much a death wish as staying safe and traditional can be. It is said in any field you're in, "you must know the rules in order to break them".

Today's post reminds me of a classic "gap ad". A timeless black and white that will stay in style far longer than my experimental pieces.

the halasz effect

What happens when you put two great looking people, a 1969 Bonneville convertible, italian vineyards and a pool table together? You get the halasz effect baby! Daniel and Beth were blast-o-licious, moving fast toward stardom and rock star status as we shot frame after frame, celebrating their love (him for the car and her for him; Oops! I meant love for each other—of course!). We even had a helicopter give a fly by twice, just to see their shoot! Beth and Daniel, if you're out there, we salute you for your awesomeness and raise a big thanks!

guitar hero

He plays it, she feels it. The world seems brighter with his music in her ears.... The day feels warmer b/c her love is in his heart...

a photographer in love

It's a special thing when a photographer falls in love. For therein lies new inspiration; as his gaze shifts to more pleasant places to rest his creative thought.

the perfect summer day

Beautiful vistas, decadent deserts, and romance, only a cloud of roses could provide, made Tom and Lauren's session amazinglicous! I've had the pleasure of working with Tom over the last year on many of our projects, and now am sharing in his joy, as he celebrates his love for lauren. I believe he is a kindred spirit to our creative thought, and I always love to see the flair he brings to an image.