So, one of my favorite people to photograph are other artists because they just see the world in an artistic way, no matter if they are rappers or designers or other photographers, they just get it and have ideas that push me. So when Brabo calls me about doing his newest cd cover I always get excited because he comes with ideas and then we push it creatively. This was the last photo shoot we did with a more outside urban vibe, this time we did studio and played with more shadows and tones.
No doubt that I have had a ton of sessions lately for Christmas photographs, cards, family pictures. So when I got the call from Brabo Gator’s manager about doing a session in Knoxville for artist pictures for him I was super excited about it. I’m beginning to love photographing artists in Knoxville…there is just something working with other creative people that are up for anything in their session. Love it!
So I met Brabo down in the Old City in Knoxville for some photographs for him to use in his flyers and future albums. Here are some of my faves…
I’m not condoning smoking here or anything but I LOVE these shots…love the background texture mixed with the classy suit mixed with the pose. just love them.
Stool (the most amazing band ever) made their Knoxville debut at The Hill. We were all there to celebrate and cheer on…and get some great pictures of the guys!
love love love this pic of the crowd!
last night I had the privilege of giving back to the awesome church here in Knoxville we’ve been going to and took some pictures for the band. I love giving back with photography and need to do more of it. Last year I worked with KARM here in Knoxville to give back to the mothers there by photographing their kids for mother’s day and love that the gift that God gave me was able to impact them in such a positive way.
That is what these guys are doing every Sunday. They give back with the gift that God has given them. Which leads me to the slightly crazy title of this post…use your talents for good, pay it forward, be the change. Don’t just shake what your mama gave ya, give back what God has blessed you with. ok, end of sermon:) enjoy the pictures!
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