August in August

I did this shoot for August Alexander clothing this past August, for the designer's catalog and advertising. Courtney Russell is the designer (pictured alone below). Models in these shots include Emily Bischoff, Ken Echols (as seen in Prison Break), and Kendal Kinslow (an up and coming clothing designer herself).


The designer, Courtney Russell



Ken & Kendal - all photos in this series were shot at the Addison Airport (near Dallas, Texas)

Schmap!!

This photo I took of the Dallas Arts District was selected for inclusion in the newly released second edition of the Schmap Texas Guide. It's one from my flickr account; here are a few more shots from my flickr:


Holly Jo is a makeup artist. Hair by Mikey D.

Ashley T

Amie, or Evokativ also a makeup artist

¡Vina México!

Hoy es el Cinco de Mayo, and that means fiesta time for Mexicans whether in Mexico, America, or Viet Nam. Today celebrates the battle of Puebla in 1862 against the French. It also means that for one day I prance around with a sombrero on my finger and pay homage to the ziploc ads of the 90s. But seriously, if you see the frito bandito (pictured above) he's wanted - dead or alive.

Tonight we will visit the village of Santa Poco and battle El Guapo - it's "The Three Amigos" starring Steve Martin, Chevy Chase, and Martin Short. Clip below:



If you're caught up with fictional stories about Mexico, here's a gory one for you. Check out the new book Skull Rack from Doctor Ron Braithwaite.

Sorry, I missed your call.

I spent the last two weeks trekking, kayaking, and biking in Cambodia and Laos. I have been in the fresh air, and away from technology. Now it's back to the daily grind back in Ha Noi, Viet Nam. (Photo above of monks in Phnom Penh, Cambodia)


These two shots remind me of Denis Darzacq's "Falling People".
Photos above and below from Luang Prabang, Laos.


This last shot was taken by Brent Durksen. You really discover how small the world is when you run into people you know in another country - I unexpectedly ran into Brent at this bridge and he was just the man I need to capture an image of myself with the locals.

Hanoi International Music Festival

Celebrating 10 years of the Minsk club in Vietnam, the Hanoi International Music Festival brought in some groovy bands. Great music flowed from Both Cheese, Peabody, James Harries, Stylish Nonsense and Ngu Cung stole the show. The shot above features the lead singer of Ngu Cung, all other shots are of Peabody.





lens flarin' it up!

Antonio Wingfield couture

Don't get confused about the chronology of my blog - I started this blog a few months ago and have not caught up on all my favorite projects.

This first work was displayed in the 2007 International Week Exhibition in the UNT Union, many of the models came from an excellent organization called Models of Style Exposed. Be sure to see their organization's (abbreviated mosé) annual "Exposed" show on Tuesday, April 22, 2008 at the UNT Gateway Ballroom.

(above) Photoshoot for Antonio Wingfield Clothing near Oak Lawn, Dallas.
models (L-R): Anastasia, Lanaya, Kendal K, and Emily B, makeup by VI-VE makeup. Special thanks to Stephen for use of his beautiful Victorian mansion, and Matt Gawlik for assisting.


above, Kendal K by the full-size stained glass window


Erik "Tarzan" poses by Anastasia at the master bedroom's fireplace.
This is one of my favorite shots.


Kendal back at the stained glass window.


Tarzan pondering at the Victorian bar.

Daluva

Discover Daluva - Wine, Tapas, and events in the Westlake district of Hanoi, Vietnam. Daluva was recently opened and featured in this month's "Feed Me" section of East & West magazine. This set of photos I took for Daluva's advertising and to decorate the walls of their cozy establishment.


Nem, one of the delicious tapas at Daluva and a Vietnamese specialty. True to my previous food photography, I promptly had a taste once the work was finished. It's yum, and my favorite tapas dish is the spicy Italian meatballs.


These are a few of the regulars from Westlake out for a drink. Daluva had the novel and tasty idea to throw two opening parties and an art exhibition in the first days. After about 5 weeks of business they have a solid customer base that far exceeded expectations. There's even a place for kids to play upstairs (and I know this because I never want to grow up).


...and a parting shot: red wine, white wine. Alone together.
Seriously, this place is good.
Daluva. mmm...