The attic is where you find all those little treasures you never knew existed and that all can come in very handy at a shoot. Whether clothes, fabrics, props or other stuff, there is something for every taste and occasion. So have a scroll, dig around in the treasure chest and if you find anything you like, hit me back and we'll set up something.
Many moons ago I was watching "The Pillow Book" and was fascinated by the calligraphy on the human skin. Forward to...the future and I would like to replicate that scene in a photo shoot, so anyone interested in the idea, please hit me back.
These colours are all washable and comes off easily in the shower (one shot: The diluted colour running into the drain of the tub). Trust me, I have tested the markers and colours are washable alright.
Anything more versatile, colourful and festive than a bunch of balloons to colour up your life, or just one or two of them strategically placed to cover up what is not really supposed to be seen? I don't think so.
So colour up your life and attract some attention while you release your wildest inner creative beast in you and brighten up everybody's day, if not entire life, including your own.
Some red hot fiery passion and some "love at first sight"? That's what it was when I first saw it and I just had to have it.
Ok, let's not be hypocritical; this one is just a very beautiful and a very sexy little piece, and given the fact that most women like to be beautiful and sexy, maybe this is the one for you?
Hotpants! Hotpants will make even an average one look like a sultry, irresistable piece of...well, you know.
Ok, if you want to "burn him alive, tonight", this one is for you. This "fish net" top will blow his brains out and and it's a primary study in cause and effect.
This one is pretty much the same as the one above, but with short sleeves and I suppose more of a crop top since it doesn't cover all the way down to the belly button like the one above.
I would consider this one "beach wear" unless you have other things in mind?
Ya, we all know that. Not only do they rock - they kick ass!
When I saw this one, I decided I was going to get it, whether i'd cost me my life or not. Absolutely stunningly gorgeous!
Love the colour. Love that "mint" shade so much I almost want to stick my tongue out and lick it...or pop it in my mouth and chew up.
I'm not sure if they are "leggings" or "yoga pants"? I suppose that's up to you to decice. But they would go absolutely perfectly with the purple fleece below, for that casual but sporty/active West Coast look you see everywhere.
If you are more into leather (and a whip? Cuffs & chains?), then here it is:
Ok, whether it's pink leather or the blue one a little further atop of here, there are similarities with this one.
XXL sweater that I originally purchased for the "Disturbed" concept shoot, but is very versatile for other shoots as well.
Ok, we all know that "hockey sucks - soccer rocks", hence you can scroll down to see the soccer version of this one.
The Iconic "Canada toque".
Nice and warm with a fleece interior for those days where you noggan needs to be comfortable.
"U-51", sz 9-10, clearly hot pink. Straight let. You will look amazing in those. You will certainly get noticed.
"987 Oxbridge Town" is what is says in them. I see no size in them but they look very much a sz "S" to me and I wonder how anyone can get their ass into those? But if you can, you will be one extremely hot Mama...and your chances are great, 'cause it's 92% polyester & 8% spandex, so they are extremely stretchy. Fabric blend obviously means they are not jeans though they very much look like jeans.
Ok, those of us who are old enough to have watched "Grease" - the movie - almost had a heart attack when Sandy (Olivia Newton-John) showed up in these, super skin-tight pants. If there ever was anything hot in this World, it was Olivia in those pants, heals and a top that burned your eyes out. Now it's your chance, if you like?
Ok, think of this one as a kind of a "baggy net T-shirt"
I just love this black piece because it has "class" written all over it (my personal opinion) and other than being my favourite and extremely utilitarian colour, it allows you to put just a little bit on display while still maintaining your integrity, style and a more "traditional" appearance.
If you have a bit of a chest, this one is an absolute no-brainer, I would say? Love it for the zipper...obviously. The zipper means potential to "pop some eye balls", and even if you choose to "zip it", or zip up, this tight, short tank top will look really, really good on you. And if the clothes doesn't do it, your photographer will make sure you look absolutely fabulous.
Ok, call me old fashioned...or just call me old. That would be close to the truth (the second part - not the first)...but I just love lace. It's sexy, it's beautiful, it shows class, elegance and style and to me, it embodies everything that is "feminine" or "female" (pick your word) and that is something you should be very, very proud of. Did I mention this one is one of my absolute favourite colours?
Another little "girly thing" that will enhance your curves and make you look irresistable, in a colour that suits everyone and anyone, for almost any occasion.
Scarves! Small ones, big ones. Neck warmers. Actually, see those two neck-warmers in top? One for your top, one for your bottom, when you are standing there otherwise nude by the window. That would be very, very sexy and people still woldn't be able to "see anything". But get creative, no matter what you do and how you do it.
Not a hockey fan? Good! I'm with you on that one...so let's do a pitch for Canada's true national sport (by participation numbers)?
I have to apologize that I don't really have a lot (read; any) shirts from the various women's teams...yet. But somehow they are harder to, well..."get your hands on" (no pun intended) and I have looked into this, but if I have to purchase, say a Vancouver Rise shirt from new, they are considerably more pricey than the mens shirts, for some reason.
Ok, it looks a little dirty on this picture, but it just came home from the professional dry cleaner's, so it's nice and clean, guaranteed:
Yes, I know they are not clothes...but they kinda fit in right here, hand in hand with the coat above, don't they?
Complete tux. You have seen it before on my pages.
Ok, next item on the attic are over-sized (at least for "M" or "S" girls) dress shirts.
Burlap! I love burlap. Utterly and unconditionally.
It's very blue...and it 's very sexy. And what you see here, on this and all following fabrics pictures, is single layer, so if you think it's a little too revealing, you just fold it and do a double layer and all of a sudden you are well hidden.
Ok, this one is as white as the one above is blue. Almost as white as one of those "extra whitening" toothpaste commercials that insults your intelligence.
Baby blue. It's blue, Baby. Blue! One of Brian's favourite colours, the baby blue. Or sky blue. Call it whateveryou like.
I quite like how these fabric pictures turned out.
Ok, yellow may not be my favourite colour (unless very pale yellow), but I had to have it in there. It's one of those colours you just never know when you are going to need and when you do, it certainly gives a good kick and draws your attention, and some people just have a skin colour that yellow is very condusive to, so it's a great tool in your tool box.
Black! An eternal and ever-lasting classic with sooo much potential.
If the previous one was "very yellow", this one is as organge as...well, an orange. A freshly polished, high gloss supermarket orange from Fortinos.
Ok, back to purple, as some people would call it. Personally, I'm more tempted to call it Burgundy, but I'll leave it up to you what you want to call it, with and eye on previous statement that the colour you see here is very close to the real thing.
The curious part of me would just like to know how they actually make a fabric like this.
Ok, similar lovely purple colour as the other purple above, but smaller perforations, so this one you can safely do as a single layer.
I'm not 100% sure if the true colour really comes through, here, but I think so and when are you ever 100% sure of anything, anyway?
Yes, I got them. Blankets! Soft and warm like fleece. They are going to make you feel really good and comfortable.
Plastics! Phenomenally versatile.
Ok, here you see only one round mirror and a gold frame, but there are more piled up "on my attic".
I did "Stairway to the blues" on your right, but I am always looking to improve on a good thing and if you are good at faking it (my ex told me she did that, every single time), let's redo that concept or come up with something totally and innovative?
This is my "Leonar Cohen hat".
["Ku-ris-su-mas-su"], as the Japanese are calling it. Opportunity to show your creativity. But "outside the box" (no pun intended) is my way of doing it.
I would say this glass is more half full than half empty. At least I got multiple colours in there, just to "funk up" your looks and I'm still shopping around for colours other than the bland, boring and mundane blacks and brown. It's just amazing what putting a little colour into your life will do for your happiness, mental health and other people's perception of you...if the latter one means anything to you.
Ladies, summer hats, a walk on the beach, nice light dress flowing in the breeze. All the best of the season.
Drum sticks? Yes, but I'm not interested in "the little drummer boy". To me, it's all "Animal" from the Muppet Show. Now there's a guy...a beast...who knows how it's done.
Beautiful white feathers on a niee dark body. I love that contrast, the sensuality, the fragility and you can it it on your right.
Look to yoru right (Irma Ladouche). Do you really think that's her natural hair? Of course not. She was just like you: "I want to try this, but I'm a little shy, so I don't want to be recognized". Boom! On with the wig and nobody will recognize the real you.
All we need is an outfit that will get you noticed, and you are ready to become "the crooner" (you pick your sensei).
How about a little pain and suffering? How about some blood?
Whoap! There he is; the hangman.
I've seen the light. More literally than metaphorically. Not only seen it, I have it. The pro studio light and multiple versions of these powerful puckers and I am hooked on doing a "backlit" shoot. Interested?
...And finally, my blue suede shoes and my clonker boots, both of which I have very specific ideas for.
The colour, the laces, the style and its' "enhancive qualities" made me fall it love with this one and first sight...and I hope you did, too?
It's certainly the one for me, and most other guys. My absolute favourite colour (one of them) and I just think you could be absolutely spectacular in this one.
I just love this one for its' vibrant colour, shine and it's "checker board" look.
On top of that, that it is tied in the back makes it versatile for size and I'd love to get those 'laces' in the fame too, meaning a shot or two from the back with you looking over your shoulder, into the camera.
"Nights in white satin" was an old movie, but the mental images those words entail, ring absolutely true still today.
There is not much as beautiful and sexy and a nice girl in satin, whether white or black.
The shine, the glamour, the eye popping effect these two pieces bring is something that you will really, really love. And so will anyone looking at you.
The yellow one on top is a little skinnier, cut a little higher, shows a little bit more and the blue, ripped one is a little more "traditional" hotpants and covers just a little bit more.
Yellow is "No Boundaries" sz 9 and the ripped one is Uniqlo sz...well, I don't see a number but it says "61cm" (hip?).
Wear it with or without bra or just throw it over your bikini on the beach. However you chose to wear it, it's bound to get noticed and black is one of the most versatile colours you will ever find. Leave the rest up to your photographer.
Somewhere between under your chest and your belly button, I suppose, but isn't that why we like it?
I was hooked the moment I saw this pale yellow thing. Because, let's be honest, why does everything have to be black or white?
It's a full length "tight sleeveless T-shirt" (think of it that way) that will cover you down to your hips. Just enough lycra to make it stretchy and to give you that perfect, tight fit.
It's one of those things (if you ask me) that you would throw over your bikini when walking around on the beach - or elsewhere - because it doesn't cover a whole lot.
But I just love the colour and the fact that it is somewhat semi-transparent, only adds to its' potential uses, as this "light summer dress" definitely brings its' own tease factor.
Not a great picture, I admit, but as you can see, it's kind of a "bell bottom" dress that can be used in a lot of different ways.
So put on those skin tights, wear some heels and then this one, with or without a bra underneath.
Or wear it on the beach over your bikini top.
Or anywhere else, in whatever fashion, style and way you like.
Get creative, send a message and be proud!
Ok, it's kind of a crummy picture, I admit, but I'll keep it here until I have time to redo it.
I just wanted to show this sleeveless white "under-shit/T-shirt" that I like so much.
It's classical and contemporary at the same time, and it's ultra versatile and yes, girls can look very, very sexy in it.
I like the fact that the fabric itself actually stretches, so unless it's 14 sizes too big for you, it will actually fit really nice and tight around you and we all know the "tease factor" of white shirts. So go ahead - blow their minds.
So, this one you see here, is pretty much the same one as the pale yellow sleeveless above, just...a different colour, in case you didn't notice.
And this one on your right, is a full lenght dress style. So...long enough that you use it as a dress and not a shirt.
I think we all like white? There's just something beautiful, stylish and slightly teasing about it. Pesonally, I see this one on your right as the "casual, home and relaxed" version of your traditional black and white office outfit with tight black skirt ane white dress shirt. That's how stylish it is, yet very casual at the same time.
"Forever 21" sz M.
This is a "Shein" crop top where it's kind of hard to read the size unless you have a microscope (which I don't), but it looks like a size S to me.
But it does have some stretch to it, though, so you can probably even use it as a sz M or if you are a little more busty than average for an S.
Now, I'm not a clothing scientist or expert, so take my words with a grain of salt, but what I can do, for sure, is make you look hot and irresistable in it.
Tight jeans, heels, this one? You just know you are going to give somebody a heart attack. Let me be a part of giving them that heart attack experience. I'll "present you" in a way that's going to blow everybody's mind.
Sz "M".
Very light and thin fabric - semi transparent - so...bra or no bra underneath? Life is full of hard decisions, I suppose.
"Catherine Malandrino" sz M (both of them), one black, one dark grey, 50% polyester, 45% nylon, 5% spandex. Nice and warm.
As mentioned above, this one would go really, really nice with those legging/yoga pants you see right on top of here.
As people here say with a wink in the eye: "Vancouver fashion is anything you find in MEC. Anything West Coast and rugged. Anything that makes you look like a tree-hugger and environmentally concerned citizen, while walking around in the mall with your "mega grande, tripple shot, decaf skim milk (goat milk, of course), no sugar, extra whipping cream, organic pig shit infused mocky-ato coffee". Sad but true. For the most part.
But hey! If the sporty or active look is your style - let's do it.
100% genuine leather...and 100% pink.
I could make you really hot in this one, but I'm sure you have your own ideas?
"Zara" - sz "S".
Classy, stylish, beautiful, sexy, you name it. All the superlatives are there.
"Serrani of Italy", sz. 10.
I put the "pyjama pants" below, right up to this picture because it'll give you an idea of how it can be combined into something useful and creative.
But if you do like hockey, I got the home-and-away version of the Richmond Ravens hockey shirt (though they look more like the famed "Angry Bird" to me). But OK, I admit it: They are actually very cool shirts and we could do a great and funny shoot with those and a few props if you are into it?
Nice and warm with a fleece interior for those days where you noggan needs to be comfortable.
Outdoor shoot, indoor shoot? Versatility and creativity are key words here, but look no further than to the previous picture to find a purpose. But especially in these days, where you just want to make it perfectly clear that you are not American - that you are anything but American, stand up tall and proud for Canada. Because "we don't live because of America. We thrive because we are Canadian" (quote).
I'd love to throw you in that "Canadian girls rock" shirt above, but you probably know better than I how to "dress to get noticed".
They both say size "M", but let's take that one with a grain of salt.
It's definitely not a tight one, so you may like to wear something underneath. Or maybe that's exactly why you don't want to wear anything underneath? I guess it all comes down your persnality and your "message" to the viewer.
Whatever it is, I just love the earth colours and if you're doing it right, there is all kinds of potential in this one.
Long enough to be a short dress. Need a belt?
It says size "small" in it, but I've learned to take sizes with a grain of salt. Whatever the size, you will look gorgeous in it.
I would say it's perfect for those who are a little more conservative but want to flirt a little bit with "the other side".
Two tank-tops, I guess you call them? The skinny "spaghetti strap" in the top doesn't cover a whole hell of a lot...but isn't that exaclty the point with a tank-top? It covers what it needs to cover.
The black one covers more "acrage" but I got that one for the buckles. I love them and they allow you to unclip one if you are comfortable with that?
I don't know what it is, but I just love cover-alls. The most versatile piece of clothing ever.
I don't know what it is, but I just love cover-alls. The most versatile piece of clothing ever.
Whether you do "the clown", the country hick, the painter, the kid, the topless goddess, the plumber or about a hundred other ideas, there is sooo much posibility in a pair of coveralls.
Think something up...and let's go for it.
When I first saw this one, I told myself: "Ok, punk - it's time to go find some of those boots that goes all the way up to over your knees", but I am pretty sure you have your own ideas, so let's talk. I'll pitch in if we need to buy anything for the upcoming "vamp".
Or maybe it's not a vamp or a vixen? Maybe it's...Draculina? there's potential in this one, the way I see it. Let me have your opinion? What? This one and the violin below? Absolutely!
Anything CANADIANA:
Flags, socks, tank-tops, scarves...you name it. So let's show offf a little pride and do something funny? Something sexy? Something very chill, relaxed & easy going? That would be a very Canadian thing to do and since we all know which country is the best in the world, let's put it on display.
I got a few shirts, as you can see here and above. I'm more about supporting the grass-roots teams than the billion $$$ teams. Ok, I guess you can't really call the CMNT (Canadian Mens' National Team) a grass-roots team, but you catch my drift.
Hopefully some day, I'll get lucky...again.
Full length, warm winter coat in a highly utilitarian light grey, for those interesting outdoor shoots, whether it's "the flasher" or a winter shoot in the snow. We can do "singing (more like dancing) in the rain, if you like. I got all the umbrellas in all the colours to go with it.
Umbrellas in (almost) any colour of the rainbow. For the beach, the rainy day, the snowy day, protecting against sun, rain, snow, sleet, mud, sand, you name it. Or simply just to be seen and bring a little colour and happiness into your life?
I actually think - totally honestly - that a girlish girl in a mens suit is the hottest thing since...hot chocolate. You've seen it before in movies, and I just absolutely love that "outside the box" kind of thinking.
But whether girl or guy, a tux just make you...good. Really good!
There's just something about a girls in a dress shirt, whether open or not. Not sure if it's the male versus female complex, but whatever it is...it works!
OK, LET'S DO THE FABRICS, NOW. HERE'S A GUY WHO LIKES FABRICS:
Ever since I did "Little Ms Burlap" I have been a huge fan of burlap and it has remained a favourite of mine ever since, simply because of its' versatility. It just has a bad rap because people can't imagine it for anything but potato bags, which may have been true in the 1950's, but trust me, anyone can look beautiful and sexy in burlap. If you doubt me, check "Little Ms Burlap" on your right.
But an attention grabber it is for sure.
But fact remains, that the tiny perforations make for a great tease factor and a "washed out white" shoot looks really good, whether purposely over-exposed or done in "dark key" mode.
Same as the white one above: It's the perforations that make all the difference. They reveal and conceal, all at the same time.
I just love the bright colour of this one and on that note, all the colours here are quite true to the real thing. That's what you get with a good camera. Thank you, Mr. Nikon.
So let's wrap you in some fabric that reveals and conceals, all at the same time?
Depending on your camera setting and your shooting mode, you can do so many things and get so many different results with a very powerful result.
There's a reason many photographers prefer B/W portraits.
And I'm not saying that with a great love for Fortinos. I'm saying that with a great love for an eye opening, "outside the box" photo shoot.
I'm just a big fan of the "lace" look and whether you do single or double layer is up to you.
As stated above, bright yellow is not really my colour but hey, I'm not the one modelling it, so whatever you like, we do.
That being said, this pale yellow is quite nice and likeable, even for picky duds (no "e" in there) like me.
Cover up a little bit but let the tease factor get the best of them and then enjoy watching them "burn" to see more.
Dark brown...which is probably the answer most people would come up with, so we are all on the same page, it appears.
Nothoing transparent or perforated in this one. More like your typicl quilt cover.
It's like hugging your teddy bear and being comforted by your very best friend. A big, warm, soft and cuddly hug.
ALL THE OTHER STUFF:
Can you fake it? My ex said she did that every single time. You can be as tone deaf and out of tune as you like, but if you have two arms and are good at body language and facial expressions, I'll make you a "fashionista violinista". Maybe in the black dress above? Whatever the outfit, we'll figure something out. Let's have some fun and as mentioned before, you don't have to be able to actually play it. Fake it!
Shower curtains - both semi-clear and smokey dark - for, well...all the stuff you do in the shower.
Giant semi-transparent bags (about 1 metre X 2 metres) for the "plastic fantastic" concept.
There's virtually no limit to how you can utilize plastic bags. The only limit there is...is your imagination.
Mirrors are wonderful but challenging to work with, because you can get so many angles in one shot that you would never have gotten otherwise and as far is the frames go: "Big or small, frame it all. Even before the picture is done.
I could talk about days about my love for Leonard Cohen, but let's just say that the hat is extremely versatile and you see it in multiple shot on my pages.
The ribbons to drive home the point that the band on the hat can be replaced with anything you like, giving the hat new life for every shoot and purpose.
From sexy Santa - whether male or female - to "the flip-side" of Christmas, let's burn all traditions, torch tradition and light a fire under creativity.
Or at a cafe? Book store? Library? In the crowd, watching a game? At a festival or a neighbourhood party?
No limit to where a nice summer hat comes in hand and how much it can do for your appearance. Same hat, new ribbon = new hat.
You know, there are other items to bang than your partner, so let's do a shoot with plenty of facial expression and body language, adding an outfit to match it.
But don't worry. I also got the dearker feathers for your pale white skin. And if you are "somewhere in between", we just do both. No problem.
It's amazing what you can accomplish with an open mind, some creativity and a little bit of patience.
There are even ways of taking it one step further, known as "no facial recognition factor" where you use angles and props etc, to completely hide your identity. So, plenty of ways to make you "annonymous" and unrecognizable. So if you are thinking of that artistic nude or sexy shoot, there is nothing to worry about.
No, it's not for your lunch break. The aluminum foil and the cling wrap I have very specific concepts for. Highly creative and outside the box.
So if you are tired of the usual glam and all the bland, boring and mundane...let's talk!
I got the electric violin and the trumpet if interested and no, you don't have to be able to play them. You can be as tone deaf and out of tune as you like.
It's all about faking it. It's about body language and facial expressions.
From "the hangman" over "female jesus" to Jack the (st)ripper, there are plenty of ways to twist and turn traditions and get outside the box. In short, pry open people's minds with a crowbar.
I want to do a concept shoot on global society's assassination attempt on freedom, democracy and human right.
Highly political and probably not for everyone, but 100% valid seen in the light of what's going on in the world today, everywhere.
Backlit is a phenomenal concept where you will come out as a dark silhouette because of the strong light shooting straight into the lens. Ask me for more details of interested.
So if there was anything on this page that caught your interest, hit me back and we'll create som'n worthwhile, together.
I like the blue boots! ❤️ And they could go well with the blue electric violin! 💙
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