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The Face; The Body; The Fashion: Julian N

I am not sure what is going on over at the main board at RED. But, they have sent me two young talents over a two week span and both have booked campaigns.  In this case, it is  Julian Naderer. Julian hails from South Africa. He is as sunny and blonde and blue eyed as any Californian save for his thick South African accent (which he swears that he doesn’t have). He has taught me some of the Mother language. The best word that he has taught me is the word friend: Chana. Awwwwwwwwwwwwww. I am sure someone is reading this sighing aloud. Don’t worry, I did too after I re-read it. Go figure. But, look at these shots. He is a chameleon. He goes from leading man charm to English school boy prep to iconic body boy in a blink. The Face; the body; the fashion.

I think that I read once that when one surrounds himself among positivity then positive things happen for you. I am 2 for 2 this week.

Congratulations to Julian and the RED team (specifically Allen for the great find).  Happy Friday to all.

Back by Popular Demand . . . Jan A

 

So, on my blog, some posts really resonate to the masses. And, this week Jan Aeberhard has been quite popular. Jan garnered 300 views by early afternoon here in trannyland. What a great way to start off the year.  I have never had two posts back to back of the same person either. Now, remember, Jan was just a drive-by.  Just a pit stop on his way to his first campaign. It wasn’t a full fledged shoot.  But, I dug around to find a few more gems. And, for the one person who asked, yes, Jan does smile. And, he is giving Ms. Julia Roberts a run for her teethy pouty-lipped money. Wish Jan well. And, follow him on Twitter to see his young career soar. Thanks Christophe (RED) for this discovery.

Portrait: Jan Aeberhard

 

In less than a week in America, this kid booked a major campaign from just one polaroid. He is not even legal and speaks 4 languages. This was my Sunday morning. I am RED with envy.

Editorial: Any Place But Here_SID Magazine

Any Place But Here featuring Justin Hopwood (Soul Artist Management) shot by ME in the new quarterly men’s fashion magazine SID Mag. Currently (and FINALLY) on newsstands everywhere. As I always say, I love me some online magazines. BUT, PLEASE support ALL print magazines.

Drive-By: Arthur Keller Revisited

 

What a way to start 2012. I had a quick visit with a friend of mine, Mr. Arthur Keller (RED). He is my first official Drive-by of 2012. Just two quick shots via Instagram. Please follow me if you dare. My handle on Instagram is @swatters.

Editorial Feature: Reste Ici

 

Eureka! I present my  first editorial of 2012 featuring the talents of model Rodrigo Calazans, stylist Adrian Manuel and make-up artist Gregg Hubbard in the premier issue of Homme Style Magazine (editor Vincent Ko).  Rocking fashions from Vivienne Westwood to Asos, Rodrigo Calazans is found forlorn in an empty loft in Brooklyn silently pleading to his lover to “reste ici”. We have all been there before. Please check out my story in full along with many other amazing little photographic gems: Homme Style Magazine

Portrait: Julian Naderer

Julian (RED)_South Africa_He has a dream too.

 

Bon Voyage 2011_The Finale

 

So, it took me a little longer than expected. But, here are the out takes, cuts, bruises and favorite captures of the past year. I culled through drive-bys, casting calls, location scouts, tests and magazine shots. There were A LOT. And, since, I am known for posting lots of photos, I didn’t suffer any fools. This should tide the picture stealers, rain coaters and true fashion hounds alike for I am taking a little time away to revamp and reinvent a bit. See you in a week or so.

 

2011 in Review in pictures

Bon Voyage 2011_Round One

Highlights and Outtakes from this past year are in order. But, first I would like to thank every photo editor, blogger, booker, model, photographer, hater (there are many) and fan (oh boy) for their continued support. But, I want to especially thank Ayman of Homotography and the creators of Charmants. Outside of my website, Facebook and Twitter, these guys generated the most hits from their respective sites. Others not too far behind: Mensrunway News; The Fashionisto; Kenn Owen; and, of course, Models.com.

As most photographers will tell you about blogging/tumbling, it takes a lot to keep it going. But, I find motivation from within. Always something to shoot and learn from. Needless to say, I have made many missteps this past year.  Maybe, I am too trusting of my subjects. Maybe I should have pushed the technical envelope a bit more. Nevertheless, I have kept it positive in the face Soul-less naysayers. I don’t want to make empty resolutions. I will just be . . . Maybe the photographs should just speak for themselves? Again, thanks for the visits to my blog. And, I am looking forward to a continued prosperous life behind the camera. So, here is round one of my two-part 2011 round-up.

According to WordPress, these guys were my top posts of the past year:

1.) Nicolai Lubbers_Colby Models

2.) Devon Spence_Click Model Management

3.) Kevin Baker_Nous Model Management

4.) Faces of the Season S/S12

5.) Diandra Forrest_Red Model Management

Save from people googling my name, these were the top 3 searches that brought people to my blog:

In order, Fredrik Ferrier (Major); Devon Spence (Click) and AJ (Ford). I shot AJ almost 2 years ago. He still brings the heat.

Come back for Round 2 for the weekend.

Happy New Year_2012

That’s all I wanted to say