I have been photographing these lifeguard towers for the past 6 years. I have a series on them that took me 2 years to complete. They are all so different and so unique. Not one of them is the same.
There are a couple new ones that were recently put up, and they look really cool. This is the new 4th street lifeguard tower in Miami Beach. I have been getting up to check out the sunrise just about every other morning and photograph this things. I just find them super cool.
When you are out there you have to remember to keep moving around as the sun starts to come up. The light will start changing quickly so you have to think on your feet and try to get as many compositions as you can during sunrise.
Here is a video I put together on how I edit my long exposure photos. I always try to get close to what I picture in my head with my camera settings, this way I do not have to spend too much time on the computer and more time out shooting.
My relationship with New York is a romantic one. Like the one of a 12 year old kid and his obsession with the girl next door. I come to New York at least once a year to get away, to get recharged, to get inspired, and most importantly to recharge my creativity.
New York City is a magical place. Everything is happening so fast, and to keep up is nearly impossible. Some days I take it easy by going to get a slice of pizza somewhere, and somedays I can’t stop, I become one with the madness. One thing is for sure, no matter how many times I come to New York, I’m a bit sad to leave, but smile at the thought of coming back. If I can find an excuse to come back, count me in.
Here are a few of my favorite shots from my most recent trip in no particular order.
What you see here are some Aerial shots of The Gulfstream Park Racing and Casino. This is a cool spot to come watch horse racing. Its a popular hang out for my pops, and I often come with him to spend some son and dad time and kick back some cold ones :)
I grew up in Nevada so the Casino is not very impressive to me, but the track is really nice and the action is always good.
The pegasus you see, is a new 110 foot tall bronze sculpture that is almost finished. They have been working on it for a while, the estimated cost of the sculpture was 30 million.
PEGASUS BY THE NUMBERS:
What: Pegasus slaying a dragon
Idea conceived: April 2011
Dimensions: 110 feet tall, 115 feet wide, 200 feet long
Materials: Pegasus, 330 tons of steel and 132 tons of bronze; dragon, 110 tons of steel and 132 tons of bronze
Journey to Hallandale Beach: Hundreds of bronze pieces were packed in 26 shipping containers and sent by boat which took about six weeks. The steel was packed in 23 containers and also sent by boat.
Nuts and bolts: 18,000 screws
Workers: More than 200, including four translators
Cost: About $30 million
Construction: Took about eight months and is nearly complete. The landscaping and water feature should be completed by summer 2015. (Via: Miami Herald)
Burning Man 2015, what a weird crazy year just like the rest of them. I could go on and on and on ranting about Burning Man, but I think you rather look at the photos and try to figure out wtf happened. Here are some of my favorite photos from Burning Man 2015.
Just imagine being in Mars with 60,000 aliens for 7 days. Thats kind of what its like, but not quite… Scroll down to watch a quick vid of the temple burn… I’ll be adding more photos as I go through them, check back soon.
This is the last photo I took as we were leaving the burn. It was amazing getting to the hotel taking a long hot shower and sleeping in a real bed before driving back to Texas then jumping on a plane to Miami…
If you come to Miami you must visit Vizcaya Museum and Gardens, this place is incredible. I have been inside many times and have even done some commercial photo shoots there, and what can I say this place is really, really cool. From the actual mansion to the gardens, it is a must when visiting Miami.
I shot this aerials the other day on a beautiful morning during an amazing sunrise. Vizcaya faces East, and I wanted the sun to light up the place.
Villa Vizcaya, now named the Vizcaya Museum and Gardens, is the former villa and estate of businessman James Deering, of the Deering McCormick-International Harvester fortune, on Biscayne Bay in the Coconut Grove neighborhood of Miami, Florida. (Via Wikipedia)
One of the most iconic hotels in Miami is the Biltmore Hotel. It is located in Coral Gables and it is an incredible place. As soon as you see it, the Biltmore takes you back in time.
I have shot weddings in this hotel and have been to the EVERGLADES SUITE, this is the largest suite coming in at 1830 sq ft. This is one of the most amazing 2 story suites I have ever been in. (I will post photos later)
I wanted to see this place from the sky and show the property and the amazing golf course around it. If you are ever in Miami and want to check out a historic place, come here. It its truly a master piece.
