March 31,2007

Lately I've been in a creative whirlwind . I think that this yuear I will be producing some of my best work ever . I haven't shot much since before leaving to Brasil . This weekend I took out my trusty Pentax 6x7 and shot a bit down there . I was pretty amazed at how many people were down there and the park wasn't even officially open yet . I haven't shot many models lately but I don't want to give up the momentum I had before leaving . I really felt that I was developing my own style and voice . I think i'm going to start shooting again.
Sometimes life is filled with an enthusiasm that you never want to end.

Rio / Porto Alegre 2008

I just got back from another amazing trip tp Brasil . This trip was filled with ups and downs but ultimately it was pretty amazing . Most of the downs came in the form of things that I could not control . For instance on my way down the flight was delayed due to bad weather . We finally take off and about an hour into the super turbullent flight this woman has a heart attack . WE land I miami but because the flight is soooo late We miss the connecting flight and I have to spend the night and the next day in Miami .I finally arrive in Rio and the place i'm supposed to be staying in isn't ready . I ended up having to move around 3 timers in the course of the trip . Booking my tickets to Porto Alegre was no vacation either . Anyway enough complaining . The trip was great . Porto Alegre was an incredible city . Slightly cooler than Rio but beautifully comfortable . The city itself has a higher percentage of middle class than Rio or Sao Paulo therefore smaller favelas . The people were genuinely friendly and always very helpful . When I told people I was from New York most were shocked that I would travel so far to their city . THere is a higher percentage of blondes here . More of a European heritage going on . I don't have to mention women here . I think most know that there are some of the most beautiful women on the planet in Brasil . Porto Alegre is no exception. I would not go there however if you don't speak some portuguese . Not many people speak english . You might have a hard time .
After my P.A. trip I made my way back to Rio . On my return I decided to make the most of the beach and take time out each day to hang there for at least an hour . I have been there many times and at this point have many friends . I went to a birthday party for an old friend and a great barbecue out in Recreio . Goods times spent with good people . I'm back now and fully charged with new inspiration.

Jade

This week I had a great shoot with model Jade Indica . It was the second time shooting with Jade and the results are very, very sexy . Jade has a great attitude while shooting , she's upbeat , lively , and not afraid to try new things . She's also very reliable . I definately want to work with her again .
Last night I saw the movie "No country for old men ". Wow! How that movie ever one an oscar for best picture is beyond me . I thought it was crap . THe acting in the film is good, that much i'll give it , but it's the kind of film you watch and wonder when it's going to start getting better . Befiore you know it it's over , the credits are rolling and your left wondering why you paid $10 for this shit . "Best PIcture ?" I'm callin' bullshit on that !
I'm getting ready to leave in a few hours for Brasil for 2 weeks . I can hardly wait . Stayed tuned there will be some greta fflics from this adventure .