I'm an accomplished photographer with an appetite for loud, eye-catching, and provocative composition. I consider Photoshop an evolution of the traditional "darkroom" and am an advanced/expert user.
I shoot four main niches ... models being one of them. I own a studio and great equipment. I've been shooting many years and have been published in several mags. I am passionate about artistic expression and obsessive with getting great results -- no matter what it takes.
I shoot as comfortably in the studio and as I do on location. I periodically shoot with exotic cars, frequently shoot at the beach (even at midnight), and love to shoot models in extreme environments or unique situations.
I do shoot "traditional" mainstream stuff (family/children/pets, products, etc), but am most passionate about edgy and stirring compositions. If you need to blow up your portfolio or knock out a comp card, and are diverse with your modeling, then I'm your ticket. Let's hook up and put a shoot plan together.
A few thoughts about particular interests I currently have:
I'm always open to ideas ... and I really mean this. If you have something you'd like to propose -- LAY IT ON ME. I have some visions in mind at this time of writing, but creativity is my forte and I spawn ideas like weeds in a forest. Preferential status will be given to TFCD models that can accommodate multiple visions. I currently would like to add the following to my portfolio:
* Steam Punk / Industrial. Think Edward Scissorhands meets Wild-Wild-West meets Willy Wonka
* Artistic / Implied / Body Paint / Erotica nudes. Styles ranging from Maxim to MetArt.
* Fetish. Think latex, studs, chains, barbed wire, patent leather, rubber, gas masks, B&D type shots. Also any niche fetish ... pantyhose, medical, feet, "dress up" (cross dress, animal dress, uniform dress up, etc)
* Glam. I can never have too much in the way of high quality Glamour shots. The edgier and crazier, the better. I'd love to do some macro Glamour (lips, teeth, eyes, nails, piercings, etc.) If you want to really get me fired up, talk Terry Richardson or Helmut Newton. I also love "Golden hour" (sunrise / sunset) shots on beach, at the marina, and perhaps some downtown Orlando urban-glam type shots.
I am ALWAYS interested in ANY extreme sport shots (example: Stunt bike, Martial Arts, Rock Climbing, Thrill Seeking, etc)
I am ALWAYS interested in ANY alternative lifestyle shoots. The edgier and more bizarre, the better. Would LOVE to do a themed photo essay project with the right lifestyle.
I am ALWAYS interested in ANY extreme environment shoots. Tropical storm, Burnt forest, Alligator backwoods/swamp, Extreme height (example: Hanging from a bridge or skyscraper roof shots), Underwater, Exotic animals or Big Game (Tarantulas, Lions, Bulls, etc), Time Lapse Outdoor (Midnight on the beach, etc)
I am ALWAYS interested in unusual "looks", characteristics, or qualities. If you're the model (male or female) with that 1-in-100 physical characteristic or personality, I'd love to shoot with you.
HII ssweetness Thank you so much * I should be getting all the shots soon if you wanna help edit *
Marcie Grey
Model
2009-11-01 19:58:47
Thank you:) Your work is fantastically creative!
Ms O
Model
2009-10-28 12:52:24
*SINGING** WHO DAT IS... THAT JUST MY photographer.. WHAT DAT IS..... thats just my photographer..
hey babe how are you doing, coming by to check up on you.
Mila Avani
Model
2009-10-08 10:45:19
Rich,
Thank you so much for your kind, well-thought out comments! Your work is so diverse and creative, I love it! You should come to Michigan! :)
~Mila
Samanthaa LC
Model
2009-10-05 14:55:48
haha, I can't help but go on and on with the comments with fantastic work !
But wow, it would be like an honour shooting with you !
If I ever do find myself in your location.
I will definitely give you a call !
Blu Angel
Model
2009-09-26 11:05:17
Had a great time shooting with you yesterday. Edit those pics! :)
E Taylor
Model
2009-09-24 21:37:32
WOW, hello Richard pleasure to meet you!!
xoxo
E.Taylor
KMThomas
Photographer
2009-09-20 12:42:37
Tyvm for the comments. You have an amazing port. Your post work and photography are both excellent. Keep up the great work.
Nelli Kowalik
Model
2009-09-17 13:10:02
Rich! I realized I never wrote you back. What's wrong with me?? Ha...How do you like my avatar? : ) We should shoot again sometime! Love your work
Ms O
Model
2009-09-15 13:57:04
RIIIIIIIIIIIIIICH how are you doin babe. whats been new in your neck of the woods?
Natalie India Balmain
Model
2009-09-14 08:34:09
Teehee! :) i'm not sure i'm quite as big a fan as you, but I watch it enough to know the big guys and im sure I would recognise any of them if I saw them.... Randy Couture, Tito Ortiz, Rampage Jackson, Noguera, The Iceman, Forrest Griffin, and of course I would know the man from my home town, Manchester! :) Yeah I did see that fight, wasnt good- but he was very excited to tell me that he will be fighting here in Manchester in November and invited me to come watch! So i think he's over it.. i hope so anyway cos he is a class fighter! xx
GIANNA LENA GIORDANO
Model
2009-09-09 12:51:47
hey there stranger,how are you. haven't seen you at the pub lately. take a break and come visit me sometime.. have a great weekend.
GermanBeauty
Model
2009-09-06 09:12:05
Thank you for the great comment! You have a wonderfully varied port and I truly enjoyed perusing it.
-C
Drusilla KillSwitch
Model
2009-08-29 09:58:31
thanks as always for shotting last night! i had a blast! i can't wait to see how the shots turned out!
AshleyyGrace
Model
2009-08-26 08:30:29
Love your work
_Forlorn_
Model
2009-08-02 09:54:28
Hey Rich, we had a great time shooting with you last night. Thank you for being as helpful as you were. Looking forward to seeing the edited images.
Jessica Holbert
Model
2009-07-23 10:47:59
Just stopping through to say Hi! Cant wait to shoot again.
Sasha R
Model
2009-06-28 13:12:39
hey I might be taking a trip up north toward orlando ish area soon
G and D Studios
Photographer
2009-06-24 12:52:38
Well my friend, the thought of another Chi-town woman going all the way to F-L-A to upgrade her port finally got to me! Thanks for the "warm" welcome!
Now where is the "bathroom" again?
S O N Y _ B
Model
2009-06-10 12:51:53
AWWWW You made my smile come out! :D.
-S.
ISABELLA GIRALDO
Model
2009-05-26 08:21:49
i had soo much funn on d shootout!! i luv it thanx!
Jeffrey H
Photographer
2009-05-22 22:51:16
Hey dude it was nice meeting and shooting with u this weekend. You are a great photog and I learned sooo much from you! Thanks!!
Rachel_Lynn
Model
2009-05-22 06:45:28
Absolutely! We will have to get something set up :)
ARTFORMS
Photographer
2009-05-20 16:55:48
Hey Rich, good shoot'n with you again. Some awesome locations at Tampa ShootOut X.
Yazmine Fuego
Model
2009-04-29 20:03:43
RICH!!! whats up babe, i wanted to say thank you for the shoot and quick edits.. you rock we will shoot again.
how you feelin?
Alia Janine
Model
2009-03-13 21:31:06
Finally put the links up!! I also linked you on my website too! =)
Kimberly Q
Model
2009-03-02 13:16:34
Well, that was yet another memorable shoot we had yesterday. Thank you for being so accommodating, me and the girls had a BLAST!!
Allison Ostrander
Model
2009-02-27 13:12:46
Thanks! Ya if im ever around i will be sure to keep u in mind. I LOVE ur work!
~Allison~
MO Rina
Model
2009-02-21 08:50:41
It was an honor to shoot with you last night. Your creativity is mind-blowing. You pushed me to dig deeper, and I appreciate that. OK, I'm just going to "zip it" before I feed your ego any more......
Beauty and soul
Model
2009-02-18 18:08:34
Awesome photographers like you baby are always busy. Miss ya!!!
Love,
Spesh
Anat Khempler
Model
2009-01-07 16:29:14
Great work!
Jaden Starr
Model
2008-12-12 20:44:19
so when are we shooting again?
CloudyVenus
Model
2008-11-25 11:37:25
Just stoppin in to say what a beautiful port you have!~
KaraMalika Lee
Model
2008-11-21 05:02:58
Awesome Work!
Tiffany Florida
Model
2008-10-29 11:29:11
Hey there Rich! Just wanted to say thanks for all the work on the pics...I know you've been busy. Looking forward to our next shoot.
Jayne Irelan
Model
2008-10-10 23:30:00
Totally MY pleasure! Instant bond like I haven't had many times in my life! Your talent, creativity and willing to keep on shooting until we get the "exact look" is my passion and desire too! If you are happy, I am certainly happy! My how 13 hours fly when you are having A BLAST!!! I'm excited to see the new photos for my port and you can bet we'll do something wild & wacky again!
Stacey Lyn
Model
2008-09-18 05:00:17
You have great taste and quite the eye for an awesome shot!
- KP -
Photographer
2008-09-09 12:09:50
Hey,
Just stoppin' by to say hello, amazing port!!!
Great work!!! :D
-K
