Photographer Name: Darryl Briggs
Nationality: US Citizen
Hometown: Dallas, TX
Sign: Gemini
Website Links:www.darrylbriggs.com

Pixacom: How long have you been doing photography?
Darryl Briggs: I started photography back in high school. Worked for the school paper and yearbook staffs, and even the college paper. But I have only been serious about photography and doing studio photography since 2001.



Pixacom: Did you take any photography classes?
Darryl Briggs: Yes, in High School and some basic photography classes at what was then called East Texas State University. At the time it was recognized as an exceptional school.



Pixacom: How did you get started photographing beautiful women?
Darryl Briggs: I am into motorcycles. I ride a Harley and I started photographing motorcycles. Beautiful women go well with photography so I started asking beautiful women to pose with the bikes I shot.



Pixacom: How did you feel with your first model shoot?
Darryl Briggs: No different than any other shoot I had done at the time. I did probably take too many pictures though.



Pixacom: Would you say you are pretty comfortable now?
Darryl Briggs: I am very comfortable anytime I photograph women. Although I work hard during a photoshoot, I try to make it a fun experience for everyone.



Pixacom: Where would you say you get your inspiration from?
Darryl Briggs: I get my inspiration from my desire to take the best photograph I can. I want my images to speak for themselves and if they are going to do that, they had better be good.



Pixacom: What would the average model say about your style of photography?
Darryl Briggs: I think most would say that all my images, nudes, implied nudes, and non-nudes, are creative and classy. I’ve had models tell me they never wanted to do nudes but that they would with me.



Pixacom: What type of camera equipment are you shooting with today?
Darryl Briggs: Well I don’t believe brands, any brands, make an image. I use a well known camera brand, and my lights are known. But I’d switch over in an instant if someone would pay me to endorse them! All I mean by that is that to me camera and lighting brands aren’t nearly as important as knowing how to work with them.








Pixacom: Is there any equipment you'd love to have?
Darryl Briggs: Sure, can I make a list? Whose buying?



Pixacom: What are your opinions on digital vs. film?
Darryl Briggs: Not too many years ago, everyone had an opinion about this. Most of the discussions you would hear about the two revolved around image resolution. Everyone was all about that digital cameras didn’t have the resolution to compete with digital. You don’t hear that as much now because the newest cameras take images in very large resolution. To me though, it never has been about resolution. Digital sensors to me can’t compete with the tonal quality that you get on film. However, they are very close and face it, we live in digital world, so I’ll keep taking digital images.



Pixacom: Do you work with a modeling agency?
Darryl Briggs: No.



Pixacom: Are there any websites you would suggest for photographers looking to break into the business?
Darryl Briggs: Again, I’m not getting paid for endorsements, so I’ll stay clear of naming names, however, I would say that they a new photographer should find a few types of websites. They need a photography community forum website. No one knows it all. A community forum will help in the times you don’t have an answer for something. Chances are someone else will. They also need a modeling website to find models. A online printing service is good to have. And then you need websites that you can use to promote your work.



Pixacom: What's the worst experience you've had working in model photography?
Darryl Briggs: Luckily I haven’t had that many bad experiences. And my worst would take too long to tell the story. So I’ll speak in general terms and say the worst thing a model can be is unreliable. I think most photographers would agree with me. Anyone can have something happen and have to miss a photoshoot, but they should call and keep the photographer informed. There is NO EXCUSE for not calling.



Pixacom: What's the best part about working in model photography?
Darryl Briggs: This is probably where I am supposed to say that the best part is getting shoot gorgeous naked women. But the truth is, the best part about working with models is that I have made some great friends with some of the models. Some that I could ask to do anything and some that know that can ask me to do anything. It’s nice to find people that are true friends.



Pixacom: What's next for your portfolio?
Darryl Briggs: I need to get back outdoors and shoot. About the only outdoor stuff I have done lately is sports. I need to take some models outside and photograph them. I am also looking for the right gal that wants to be a Playboy cyber girl.



Pixacom: Have you been requested to travel for your photography?
Darryl Briggs: I was shooting a motorcycle on public property and the police told me to get the hell out of there. Does that count?



Pixacom: If you had the opportunity to shoot a celebrity actress who would that be and why?
Darryl Briggs: In her younger days, Ann Margaret. In present times, Eva Longoria.

Pixacom: What female music artist would you like to work with?
Darryl Briggs: Shania Twain, I’d put my boots under her bed anytime!



Pixacom: Have you had any of your photography work published commercially?
Darryl Briggs: Sure. I’ve done commercial work for companies doing their calendars and ads, and I’ve been published my national motorcycle magazines.



Pixacom: Where do you see your photography taking you 5 years from now?
Darryl Briggs: The intersection of Fame and Fortune, lol.







Pixacom: Anything you'd like to say to all the models reading this right now?
Darryl Briggs: Hire me?




Pixacom: Last call. Anyone you wanna give a shout out to?
Darryl Briggs: I have a few select models that will remain nameless, they know who they are and I want to say hello to them. I appreciate you greatly!



photos and interview submitted by Darryl Briggs