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I wanted to share a few more pictures from a rehearsal for Avi Scher's upcoming season at Ailey Citigroup Theater. I've long been a fan of Avi's work and have had the opportunity to photograph his company throughout its development. These latest pieces are some of his most ambitious yet, and feature an all-star cast of dancers like New York City Ballet's Sara Mearns and American Ballet Theatre's Marcelo Gomes, both pictured here. Enjoy! And grab your tickets today!
This morning I had the pleasure of working with Broadway's Matt Doyle on some promo shots for his website and upcoming concert. Doyle starred in Spring Awakening and recently in Bye, Bye, Birdie (as well as a recurring role on TVs Gossip Girl), but we first met while he was working on Ryan Scott Oliver's Rated RSO at Joe's Pub. He'll be returning to that venue soon for his own solo show--sure to be filled with special guests and performances of songs by a slew of talented composers--so pick up your tickets today!
Assistant/Hair and Makeup: Alex Michaels
I got a new set of lighting gels. I decided to play with them. Fortunately I had the leggy beauty Katie Gassert and the impeccable hair and makeup of Alex Michaels to help me out .
All I can say is that Larry Keigwin's "Runaway" is not only one of my favorite things I've ever photographed, but also one of my favorite pieces I've seen in a long, long time. It closes out his superb Joyce Theater season (going on this week) and it gets the pulse racing! Be sure to grab a ticket and experience it for yourself. More pictures coming soon!
Stopped by the gorgeous Ailey Studios this afternoon to photograph Avi Scher's rehearsal for his upcoming debut season. Not only did it give me a chance to preview some of the new choreography he's working on, but I got to catch up with my former co-workers Marcelo Gomes and Veronika Part of ABT, as well as NYCB's Sara Mearns (photos of that lovely lady coming soon). Looks like it's going to be a fantastic season, so be sure to pick up your tickets today!
(First photo from a new series. Models: Jake Wilson and Joel Bauer.)
Did a shoot with the ladies of Columbia Ballet Collaborative a few days ago. Special thanks to stylist and assistant Alex Michaels, and to the dancers for braving the cold wind in little more than tights and leotards!
(Chantelle Pianetta)
(Catherine Dillard)
(Members of CBC)
After weeks of doing headshots, it was a nice departure to photograph some dance shots yesterday. This is Ahmad Simmons, a young performer who is moving to the city soon. My assistant, Alex Michaels, and I had a great time taking these shots and I'm excited to share the results with you!
There's nothing more to say: get on the Darwin Deez bandwagon NOW. This amazing band is already starting to blow up in the UK (their single, "Radar Detector," is embedded below) and it's only a matter of time before America starts to catch on. The album is incredible, but it's their live shows that really set them apart; not only do they play all of their sure-to-be hits, but they intersperse the delectable tunes with choreographed routines set to some of the cheesiest pop songs around. Check out the vids below, and don't say I didn't warn you...2010 is the Year of the Deez!
