Blogging about a Blog

Fun!
I love it when I get to blog about a blog!  It's so 2013!

Photographer Kim Burgaard has written an interesting blog about recently working with me, but more specifically (and interestingly), he has written about how he, from original concept, creates an image.  I always find it interesting to hear how artists create and what their process is.  It gives insight in to their artistry and a deeper appreciation for the end result.  Hopefully you will also enjoy his blog!
See Kim's blog HERE.  Please also support Kim by liking his Facebook page HERE

Lastly, I have included some images from our shoot below.  Happy Freaky Friday Foto, and have a great weekend!!

Paul

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Freaky Friday Foto: Biquadratic

Freaky, It's the First Friday in February!

OK, because I like to occasionally show off my smarts and help others knowledge at the same time... What's Biquadratic you ask?  And why is it in the title of this blog?
Well, simply, it's "to the fourth power."  And since today's Freaky Friday Foto is also in February....it's powered to the fourth!!   Click the word, for those craving more info about BIQUADRATIC.  Otherwise, moving along to things I know more about....

So I'm sure you most people have heard how photo shoots and filming in general is very often the opposite of what you end up seeing.  For example, the gorgeous girl in her swimsuit on the beautiful summer beach that looks so warm and comfortable, is actually freezing and trying not to shake uncontrollably since it's winter and anything but warm.  Or the guy, in heavy wool coats and layers of clothes tries to stay warm from the cold South Dakota winter, when in actuality he's in Southern California in the middle of summer battling 100 degree temperatures!  (I know that one from personally experience when I worked on the TV show Deadwood).

There are tons of examples of how an illusion is made even though the reality is very different.  Sometimes in fact, as you take beautiful pictures at sunset and you look happy and confidant you are actually being eaten alive.

This was the case with a photo shoot I did with the very talented photographer, Xue Vue.  We had a great location in Sacramento, CA.  On a warm summer day.  Near a river.  At sunset.  Beautiful for a photo shoot.  Also, perfect time for mosquitoes to grab dinner. 
During the shoot, I of course felt them, but only after Xue sent me this photo did I realize how many of them were getting me!  I love this photo, I love that you can LITERALLY see them on me and flying around.  So I thought I would share for today's FFF blog.
Ah the magic of photo shoots!!
Have a great weekend everyone!


Paul

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The Man I Killed

In this crazy industry of mine, you often work on things that you can't share or show or even talk about.  And then more often then not, these things that you work on, that you can't share or talk about, are never completed or get shelved or even forgotten. 
But sometimes, a project you worked on, is completed, and not only is it completed, but you even get to actually see it!  It's just that, no one else really gets to see it......but hey, at least you got to see your work, right?!?
But then, most rare, there are times, when said project that was completed and that you got to see is uploaded (with permission from the director) to youtube, and is available, in it's entirety, to view and share and for everyone to see!!

Yup, that's kind of what happened with, The Man I Killed.

I'm very excited to share this short film, that I worked on a few years ago now with you!  The film is directed and written by Adam Carr.  It was filmed mostly on location in Temecula, CA.  For years I've featured a clip from it on my demo reel (the black and white clip where I speak Arabic) but now I'm finally able to share the entire film!
While the film isn't perfect (how many are?), there are a lot of great moments in it (like the clip on my demo reel). 
The thing I enjoyed most about working on The Man I Killed (besides the actual days of shooting, which were not only a blast, but creatively invigorating and challenging) was how it turned out in the end! And how many great moments it ultimately has in it.
From the cinematography, to the writing, to the acting, to the directing, to the stylized and creative choices made by the director, I think this film has lots of strong moments and cool ideas and scenes.  Even if it isn't everyone's "cup or tea" or if it has some structural problems, I have always believed that you will be able to look at this film and see the beginnings of a lot of talented people just starting to find their way, specifically the Director and Writer, Adam Carr.  I look forward to seeing what he and the others involved create and perfect in the future! 

I also look forward to hearing your thoughts!  Please feel free to leave your comments and thoughts if you feel so inclined. 
And now, enjoy!

Paul

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Global Warming? I Got This....

 

Winners Announced in the Jack Frost "Caption This" Facebook Contest.  See full details at my facebook page, HERE.

 

 

Thank you to everyone who participated, liked, and shared! I loved all the creativity!

Congratulations to all the winners!

WINNERS:

Grand Prize $100 Amazon Gift Card & Winning Caption!!
Carrie Mae Jenkins: Global warming? I got this.

Participation Prize. Random Drawing for $50 Amazon Gift Gift Card!!
Taylor Morris

Originality Prize and (Surprise) Winners of $25 Amazon Gift Card Each!!
Matthew Park: Winter is here. Jack Frost be near.
Johnny Praize: Freeze? Whatever you say officer!

Honorable Mentions:
Micaela Muro Dimos: Icing!

Briana Floor-Wilson: The original cold, sparkly guy. Twilight has nothing on Jack Frost.

Erin Kitty Lee: I just had an Ice Breaker!

James Holzrichter: Ice, Ice, baby...........


Thanks again to my amazing team who made this photo possible!!
Photo Producer Ettore Giovanni Zuccarelli with
EZ-Productions
Photographer Ricky Middlesworth RickyMiddlesworth.com
Wardrobe Katie Elhoffer with Catherine Elhoffer - Costume Designer
Hair & Makeup Brenda Salomé Salamone with Brenda Salamone, Beauty and Special FX Makeup Artistry
Photo Assistant Jamie Dedeaux
Behind the Scenes Brett Richards
Digital Artist Gavin Rolph with Gavin Rolph Photography

— at Smashbox Studios.



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FRIDAY: Caption This Winner Announced!

THIS FRIDAY, January 18th, the winners will be announced from the Jack Frost "Caption This" Contest!!
Check back to find out who won with the winning Caption and gets the grand prize of a $100 Amazon Gift Card! Plus the $50 Amazon Gift Card Drawing Winner AND a few surprises.....

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Behind the Frost

Now that the dust has settled (or the snow!) and the magic has begun to fade, I have started to release Behind the Scenes footage from my Jack Frost shoot!
I love sharing Behind the Scenes photos and video with people, even though the illusion might get broken (a little), because it gives me an opportunity to show you how much work really goes in to one "simple" shot!  Plus, it gives me the ability to brag about my amazing team again!  Check out the Official Behind The Frost (first below) followed by various photos.  Feel free to check out my fanpage on Facebook for more and for the full album of photos HERE!
*Special thanks to Brett Richards for shooting and editing the photos and videos for the Behind the Scenes!

ENJOY!

Paul

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HAPPY NEW YEAR!

Wishing you a very Happy New Year!
I hope 2013 brings you success, health, happiness, and adventure!

Remember, you are the captain of your ship, only you can accomplish those things.  Live everyday like it's New Year's Day!!!

Paul

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Credits:
Photo Producer Ettore Giovanni Zuccarelli with
EZ-Productions
Photographer Ricky Middlesworth
Wardrobe Katie Elhoffer
Hair & Makeup Brenda Salomé Salamone
Photo Assistant Jamie Dedeaux  

Dedicated to:
Digital Artist Mark Reyes (Rest in Peace)