Photographer Name: Stephanie Britt
Nationality: American Indian
Hometown: I have lived in Alabama all of my life, but travelled all around.
DOB: 08-22-1978
Sign: LEO
Website: http://myspace.com/brittphoto
Pixacom: How long have you been doing photography?
Stephanie Britt:I have been doing photography just for the past year and the online market just recently.
Pixacom: Did you take any photography classes?
Stephanie Britt:I took photography at the college where I live while I was in high school. Never thought I would use it though
Pixacom: How did you get started photographing beautiful women?
Stephanie Britt:I started photographing models since I started shooting! I knew it was what I wanted to shoot from the beginning.
Pixacom: How did you feel with your first model shoot?
Stephanie Britt: My first model shoot was easy for me since I am female it makes it interesting and I love collaborating ideas with the models.
Pixacom: Would you say you are pretty comfortable now?
Stephanie Britt:I have always been comfortable shooting models and since I worked in the industry some it makes it easy
Pixacom: Where would you say you get your inspiration from?
Stephanie Britt:I love taking beautiful photos of people so just knowing that I can create something that people want to see more of gives me all I need.
Pixacom: What would the average model say about your style of photography?
Stephanie Britt:I think the average model would think my photography was great! Also very vibrant with colors! Its glamourous!
Pixacom: What type of camera equipment are you shooting with today?
Stephanie Britt:The type of camera I shoot with isn't really the important thing. I think its more of how I shoot it!
Pixacom: Is there any equipment you'd love to have?
Stephanie Britt: I dont think I need anymore equipment. At least not for now
Pixacom: What are your opinions on digital vs. film?
Stephanie Britt: As far as digital verse film. I started learning when things were being used more with film but I think digital gives us a much more broader range of shooting and there is just so much you can do with it!
Pixacom: Do you work with a modeling agency?
Stephanie Britt: I do not work with an agency:
Pixacom: Are there any websites you would suggest for photographers looking to break into the
business?
Stephanie Britt:There are a lot out there if they do a google search. I'm sure they will get great results
Pixacom: What's the worst experience you've had working in model photography?
Stephanie Britt: I haven't had any bad experiences as most models I have worked with are not the flaky type. They are serious about their careers.
Pixacom: What's the best part about working in model photography?
Stephanie Britt: The best thing to me about working in model photography is I get to enhance the beautiful :)
Pixacom: What's next for your portfolio?
Stephanie Britt:I hope another beautiful model. Who's Next?
Pixacom: Have you been requested to travel for your photography?
Stephanie Britt:I shoot where I live and thats it. People ask but models come here to shoot with me. If I traveled everywhere I wouldnt be able to shoot much! Unless for commercial reasons
Pixacom: If you had the opportunity to shoot a celebrity actress who would that be and why?
Stephanie Britt:Cindy crawford. She is very ambitious
Pixacom: What female music artist would you like to work with?
Stephanie Britt:As far as an artist I don't really know at this point there are so many!
Pixacom: Have you had any of your photography work published commercially?
Stephanie Britt: I have done some small ads locally but I am getting there.
Pixacom: Where do you see your photography taking you 5 years from now?
Stephanie Britt:In 5 years I hope I am doing very well!!!
Pixacom: Anything you'd like to say to all the models reading this right now?
Stephanie Britt: If you want glamourous images contact me. Let's shoot!
photos and article submitted by Stephanie Britt
Photographer Name: GW Burns
Nationality: USA
Hometown: St Louis Missouri and Sarasota Florida
DOB: 12-18-56
Sign: Sagitarius
Website Links: www.gwburns.com; onemodelplace.com 18425; modelmayhem.com 11291
Pixacom: How long have you been doing photography?
GW Burns: 7 years
Pixacom: Did you take any photography classes?
GW Burns: I read a bunch and have been fortunate to have shot along side of some incredible photographers, who have taught me a lot.
Pixacom: How did you get started photographing beautiful women?
GW Burns: I was an artist back in college and painted a lot from photographs. I wanted to create my own images to paint from and hence picked up photography.
Pixacom: How did you feel with your first model shoot?
GW Burns: I have always been comfortable in any setting involving people. I can honestly say I have never been intimidated by any model or situation. I shot a TV show on Southbeach with about 100 people watching and that was a ton of fun.
Pixacom: Would you say you are pretty comfortable now?
GW Burns: It is what I love so that is a natural yes!
Pixacom: Where would you say you get your inspiration from?
GW Burns: Many of my shots come from dreams. I will actually wake up with an image in my mind and write it down. Sometimes it will be a prop or outfit that iniates my creativity.
Pixacom: What would the average model say about your style of photography?
GW Burns: Creative and artistic. It is sensual, yet elegant at the same time.
Pixacom: What type of camera equipment are you shooting with today?
GW Burns: I use a Canon 5D with more then a hallf dozen different lenses. My two favorite are 70-200 mm 2.8 L with IS and my 17-40 4.0 L series.
Pixacom: Is there any equipment you'd love to have?
GW Burns: Let me go wild in a profoto store and I would be in heaven
Pixacom: What are your opinions on digital vs. film?
GW Burns: I shoot 99.9 digital these days and always enjoy the debate of the two mediums. Most film advocates are old school and I understand their passion for developing and the texture of the image. The interesting thing is even their work is converted to digital eventually, unless they are printing from a negative, so I dont really get their point when it comes to the internet. It is just another couple of generations added to the equation to getting the image on a site such as this.
Pixacom: Do you work with a modeling agency?
GW Burns: If an agency wants to hire me that is great, but I do not test for them any longer.
Pixacom: Are there any websites you would suggest for photographers looking to break into the business?
GW Burns: One model Place has gotten me more work then any other site. My space is another good networking site for photographers. I love Deviant Art because of the features and it truly is a world wide site that showcases the best photographers in the world.
Pixacom: What's the worst experience you've had working in model photography?
GW Burns: I once fell through the floor of an old barn I was shooting in and it was on the second floor. That hurt like heck lol!
Pixacom: What's the best part about working in model photography?
GW Burns: I have worked with so many incredibly talented people. From models,photographers, MUA's, stylist, and videographers, it has been an awesome experience for me. I am so blessed to have made so many friends and to be able to travel almost anywhere in the states and have someone there open their places and hearts to me has been overwhelming.
Pixacom: What's next for your portfolio?
GW Burns: I try and not look too far ahead, cause tomorrow may never get here. My most important assignment always remains the one that is in front of me right now.
Pixacom: Have you been requested to travel for your photography?
GW Burns: I have a map of the United States on the wall in my office and it has a pin in every town I have shot in. If you could see it you might think it was a porcupine lol!
Pixacom: If you had the opportunity to shoot a celebrity actress who would that be and why?
GW Burns: Charlize Theron is someone I would die to shoot. She has what we call "it"!
Pixacom: What female music artist would you like to work with?
GW Burns: Rhianna has some mystique about her that I find intriguing.
Pixacom: Have you had any of your photography work published commercially?
GW Burns: I have been lucky to have had my work published in GQ, People, and FHM. Ilex Press has a book entitled Digitale Erotique where they featured my work as well.
Pixacom: Where do you see your photography taking you 5 years from now?
GW Burns: I truly feel the best is yet to come. I want to be a staff photographer for a major magazine and that is my ulltimate goal.
Pixacom: Anything you'd like to say to all the models reading this right now?
GW Burns: Being a successful model is a lot more then being pretty. Learn to be a professional, aggressive, and responsible while youwork your tail off and you will be on the right track.
Pixacom: Last call. Anyone you wanna give a shot out to?
GW Burns: None of us in life are anything without the help, support, encouragement and influence of others. To my parents, my friends Matt Conrads, Chris Byrd, Don Bersano, Doc Glidewell, Loren David and countless others, know in your hearts that you are the reason why photography burns so deeply within this mans soul.
photos and interview submitted by GW Burns
Photographer Name: Darryl Briggs
Nationality: US Citizen
Hometown:
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
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
Photographer Name: Paul Ferradas
Nationality: Latin born in South America
Hometown: Santa Clara, CA
DOB: May 14, 1971
Sign: Taurus
Website Links: www.ferradasphotography.com www.myspace.com/ferradasphotography
Pixacom: How long have you been doing photography?
Paul Ferradas: I started photography about 2 years ago.
Pixacom: Did you take any photography classes?
Paul Ferradas: I remember taking one of those inexpensive classes on lighting at a local camera shop. I didn’t really learn anything from it.
Pixacom: How did you get started photographing beautiful women?
Paul Ferradas: It started when I saw an ad for a photographer/model networking event in my area. I had no experience shooting people. The only living creature was probably a squirrel, which got old pretty quick. The event was at a club and there were girls everywhere wanting to get their pictures taken.
Pixacom: How did you feel with your first model shoot?
Paul Ferradas: I had no clue what I was doing but I was working with some inexperienced models back then so I didn’t feel so bad. When I look back at those pictures today it makes me cringe. No you can’t see any of them.
Pixacom: Would you say you are pretty comfortable now?
Paul Ferradas: I seem to think so. I’ve done it enough that I’m ready for just about anything.
Pixacom: Where would you say you get your inspiration from?
Paul Ferradas: My inspiration comes from within. At the end of the day when I get that killer image from the shoot it gives me a great sense of satisfaction and makes we want to do it all over again.
Pixacom: What would the average model say about your style of photography?
Paul Ferradas: Most girls respond very well to my style. My images have sex appeal but it’s all done in a very tasteful and classy way.
Pixacom: What type of camera equipment are you shooting with today?
Paul Ferradas: I shoot exclusively Canon. I’m currently using the EOS 5D camera body, it’s a great camera.
Pixacom: Is there any equipment you'd love to have?
Paul Ferradas: Sure, more lights. Experimenting with lights and their placement is always fun but the more lights you setup, the more lights you need to keep adjusting. I rather shoot if I have the choice. Is an assistant considered equipment? I’d like one of those from time to time.
Pixacom: What are your opinions on digital vs. film?
Paul Ferradas: I think both mediums have their advantages. There’s a certain aura to film that you just don’t get with digital but the advantages of digital far outweigh those of film. You have far more control of your image with digital than you did with film and for those that beg to differ, learn Photoshop and I’ll ask you again.
Pixacom: Are there any websites you would suggest for photographers looking to break into the
business?
Paul Ferradas: You have a few out there that cater to photographers and models. Model Mayhem and One Model Place comes to mind. It’s a great concept but it’s getting a little out off hand. It seems like everyone’s a model and photographer nowadays.
Pixacom: What's the worst experience you've had working in model photography?
Paul Ferradas: I don’t think I’ve been doing this long enough to come up with a good story. Ask me again in 5 years and I might have something worth writing about.
Pixacom: What's the best part about working in model photography?
Paul Ferradas: It’s an adrenaline rush for me, setting the stage, getting everything dialed in and working with a model that delivers. The aftermath is always great too. It’s great feeling when the models use your work to further their careers in the industry.
Pixacom: What's next for your portfolio?
Paul Ferradas: Maybe some more conceptual shooting, a large production with a great team of people all working together for that ultimate shot. I would love to be a part of that.
Pixacom: Have you been requested to travel for your photography?
Paul Ferradas: Yes, mostly within California. I was offered to shoot a calendar in a tropical location just recently but the timing didn’t work out for me, maybe next year.
Pixacom: If you had the opportunity to shoot a celebrity actress who would that be and why?
Paul Ferradas: I would have to say Evangeline Lilly. There’s something about her that I just can’t put into words. I think that she’s very down to earth and doesn’t mind getting down and dirty, in the sand that is. I’d shoot her on a tropical island, a sandy beach with a weathered look.
Pixacom: What female music artist would you like to work with?
Paul Ferradas: I want to shoot a gothic scene with Amy Lee from Evanescence. She’s a beautiful person and I love her music, it’s very emotional.
Pixacom: Have you had any of your photography work published commercially?
Paul Ferradas: Yes. I took a freelance job with a local magazine in my area which I still shoot for from time to time. I’ve also been published in music magazines and those mens magazines, you all know which ones right guys?
Pixacom: Where do you see your photography taking you 5 years from now?
Paul Ferradas: Looking back just 2 years ago when I first started I can honestly say that I’ve taken a giant leap in both photography and the connections I’ve made with friends and colleagues in the industry. 5 years from now, at this pace, the sky is the limit.
Pixacom: Anything you'd like to say to all the models reading this right now?
Paul Ferradas: If you’re just starting out, get references and shoot with the best possible photographers you can. Cameras are getting so cheap that there are a lot of guys with cameras that consider this another form of match.com. Don’t waste your time. Even if you have to pay to shoot with the best it will be money well spent and an investment on your future.
Pixacom: Last call. Anyone you wanna give a shot out to?
Paul Ferradas: My family and friends. Without the love, none of this is worth it.
photos and interview by Paul Ferradas
Photographer Name: Matt Blum
Hometown: Dallas, TX
DOB: 1-24-80
Sign: Aquarius
Website Links:
Pixacom: How long have you been doing photography?
Matt Blum: 3 years
Pixacom: Did you take any photography classes?
Matt Blum: None. Self taught. I figure if you want something bad enough, you can figure it out on your own ;)
Pixacom: How did you get started photographing beautiful women?
Matt Blum: I've always seemed to have great looking and/or model friendships. Grew from there.
Pixacom: How did you feel with your first model shoot?
Matt Blum: Nervous, anxious...but not in a bad way or because of her beauty....because I had so many ideas I wanted to accomplish.
Pixacom: Would you say you are pretty comfortable now?
Matt Blum: lol....just a bit ;)
Pixacom: Where would you say you get your inspiration from?
Matt Blum: I gather inspiration from everything. Sometimes it's just seeing an outfit or prop that would just make a shoot complete. Other times it's ideas that creep thru my head before bed.
Pixacom: What would the average model say about your style of photography?
Matt Blum: Most people can't put a label on my work because I work hard to make sure i'm diverse so critics can't look at my work and know it's mine at first sight.
Pixacom: What type of camera equipment are you shooting with today?
Matt Blum: Canon
Pixacom: Is there any equipment you'd love to have?
Matt Blum: Like any perfectionist and gadget whore, there always seems to be a new toy I "must have".
Pixacom: What are your opinions on digital vs. film?
Matt Blum: I think everyone should learn on film to truly appreciate the art and craft of photography. Seems today that some of the newer shooters have never seen a darkroom.
Pixacom: What's the worst experience you've had working in model photography?
Matt Blum: I've been lucky to not really have had any terrible experiences in that regard. Had a model show up intoxicated once....but simply asked her to leave.
Pixacom: What's the best part about working in model photography?
Matt Blum: Creating timeless goddesses. There's nothing quite like making even an experienced model's face light up from work you've done.
Pixacom: What's next for your portfolio?
Matt Blum: Got a few big assignments coming up....stay tuned ;)
Pixacom: Have you been requested to travel for your photography?
Matt Blum: Weekly
Pixacom: If you had the opportunity to shoot a celebrity actress who would that be and why?
Matt Blum:I think Angelina Jolie is on the top of everyone's list. Just a stunning specimen of perfection in a human being.
Pixacom: What female music artist would you like to work with?
Matt Blum: Erykah Badu
Pixacom: Have you had any of your photography work published commercially?
Matt Blum: National campaign for BooKoo Energy Drink is most recent. Done work for Maxim, FHM, Esquire, KISS FM.....list goes on and on.
Pixacom: Where do you see your photography taking you 5 years from now?
Matt Blum: Leaning more towards edgy fashion lately, so by then I want a major fashion cover and a couple of coffeetable books.
Pixacom: Anything you'd like to say to all the models reading this right now?
Matt Blum: Know your industry. I've heard a million stories of models getting used and taken advantage of in this industry. Educate yourself, ask for references, etc. The top models aren't just there because they're beautiful...they're very smart and know how to move within the industry.
Pixacom: Last call. Anyone you wanna give a shot out to?
Matt Blum: Maxim, FHM, Playboy, GQ, and Esquire magazines. Everyone who told me i couldn't make a living doing what I love. All my past subjects, and all my future ones as well ;)
photos and article submitted by Matt Blum
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