Photographing Bauhaus and David J of Bauhaus.

I have always had a camera in my hands, in some way or another. I have not always had the best cameras either, but I always made due with what I have had. My parents always gave me cameras when I was a kid and I always shot black and white film. I have since […]

Model: Guy Chapman – The Film Noir Villain

I met guy through a mutual friend that introduced us with the intention of needing to get some head shots done. Guy is an actor and has been in a few movies I am sure you have heard of: Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man’s Chest and  Red-Eye as well as a few TV Series […]

3 Facts about Pictures, Photography and the Law
you may not know.

3 Things about Pictures, Photography and the Law you may not know. Copyright Law states “Copyright is a property right. Under the Federal Copyright Act of 1976 (effective January 1, 1978 and amended when the USA joined the Berne Convention in 1989), photographs are protected by copyright from the moment of creation.” Did you know: […]

Model: Bianca Malise

This was my first shoot with Bianca back in July of 2006. A great model to work with, who is now turning toward the scene behind the camera. We did several different scenes for Diva Devotchka, a defunct site of mine which I might someday redo and get back into, I just need a little […]

The Mantis and The Money Toad

This is an actual photograph I took one day while editing images at my computer. This mantis or his twin brother was following me around the whole day. I was on my balcony in the morning and there he was. Later that day I went out to my garage and there he was again on […]

Model: Kristabelle #2, Color Burlesque Pinup, Black and White Glamour

Here’s a couple more from Model Kristabelle. I did a couple in color for a burlesque project I am working on, and thought I would share here. Kristabelle is also going to be our opening lady for Pinupofthemonth.com.  Pinup of the month for January 2010. I would like to hear from my readers which ones […]

4 Reasons to use a Makeup Artist before ANY Photo Shoot

Why You Should Use a Makeup Artist. Many times new photographers ask the question of  “Why should you use a makeup artist before a shoot?”. I will tell you some of the reasons why I use a makeup artist with my photo shoots, and why I always recommend to client and new photographer to use […]

Model: Sandee Betty

This was my first shoot ever with Sandee Betty back in May of 2006. It was my first soot trying to do Old Black and White Hollywood Style Glamour, and was shot with my Canon 20D. Sandee and I have worked together on numerous projects since. I haven’t been in touch with Sandee in a […]

Model: Kristabelle

I just thought I would edit a couple more before bed. I am glad I had that shoot yesterday,it’s been over a year since I shot last and I have been missing it. Having a baby sure does take a lot of time and energy. So does shooting but this is different. 🙂 I met […]

Whats Happening to Darkman’s Darkroom?

HI folks just a word real quick before I head out to class, I know some of you are probably wondering what’s going on with Darkman’s Darkroom. Well, we are upgrading and doing a bunch of New and Exciting things for the future. First off one of the biggest things happening in the world of […]

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