But not too personal! It’s been a little less than a year since California Redwoods photography came on board as one of The Vicious Bettys PinUp Dolls signature Photographers, but it feels like a lot longer! This past year working with John has been fabulous and full of crazy memories…some we will share…and some we will keep secret..for your own safety! We have developed a great working relationship, and friendship. Our shoots are never less than a whirl of fishnets and fun! I can’t say enough great things about his work, attitude and creativity! Let me introduce you to my good friend John of California Redwoods Photography……
Q: What made you realize photography was something u were interested in doing, and how long ago was it?
A: Photography has always been an interest for as long as I can remember, but it wasn’t until two years ago that I decided to take it to a professional level.
Q: What are your favorite things about being a photographer?
A: It can be challenging and very rewarding at the same time. I love the spontaneity, the chaos, the power to capture time, memories and emotions. It takes a lot of time, patience, work and determination and it all comes together for me when I hear or read comments on my work.
Q: Do you have a favorite style or subject to shoot?
A: Although I like shooting wildlife and landscapes, shooting with models is my favorite and main focus. I like shooting pin-up, fashion, beauty, glamour and portraits. I think freestyle would be most fitting, I don’t want to be labeled as any certain kind of photographer.
Q: What type of camera do you use?
A: I just retired a Canon Rebel Xsi, which was a good entry level camera from the Canon line. Now I am shooting with a Nikon D300s which is very suiting to the type of photography I shoot the most.
Q: How did you come up with the name California Redwoods Photography?
A: I wanted my business name to match my email address, which has been California Redwoods for the past 10 years.
Q: What events have you shot at? Which ones were your favorite?
A: Midnight Mass, Billet Proof, Booze Broads and Hotrods, The Vicious Betty’s Website Release Party, Sadies Sock Hop, Sinning at the shop, Marina Car and Air Show, Chris Marks Car and Bike Show, Victor Louis Fashion Show Naomi May Designs and Tainted Fashions Show, O’Neil Cold Water Classics, and Hot Rods On The Beach…I’m just going to say they were all my favorites and move on to the next question.
Q: Who or what influences your work?
A: There are many people that influence and inspire me in many different ways and for many different reasons. I don’t want to list names, because certainly I would forget someone, isn’t that always the case? So let me say that most of my influences and inspiration comes mostly from family, other photographers, models and artists.
Q: What is one memory from a shoot that sticks out in your mind?
A: Without question that would be when I was invited by fellow photographers Eric Courtney and Les Gadula to shoot with The Vicious Betty’s at the Burlington Hotel in Port Costa. We had the entire hotel to ourselves with access to all the different rooms. It might have been considered more a party than a photo shoot at times…we shot until around 2am . We all came away with some great pictures and memories ! This was my first encounter with The Lovely Vicious Betty Pin-Up Dolls and by far, the most memorable shoot of all times !
Q: We have worked together many times and it’s been awesome….what do you enjoy about working with The Vicious Betty’s Pin Up Dolls?
A: I first met Tawnie Trouble at a modeling/photography workshop put on by Mark Behrens and his staff from lookpw.com and shot with Tawnie a second time at the Historic Preston Castle in Ione, CA. It was through her that I first heard about The Vicious Betty Pin-Up Dolls. Since then, I have shot with the *VB Dolls quite a bit. At events people I don’t even know will know who I am and associate me with the *VB’s. We have developed a good professional relationship and friendship. Attending most of the events that the *VB’s attend, support or promote, I get to see first hand the huge fan base they have and the impact their presents makes. They are never too busy to stop and take pictures with fans, or sign photos. I feel honored to be “their photographer”. Not only do I enjoy shooting the *VB’s, I’m also a big fan!
Q: How can our readers get in touch with you, and see more of your work?
A: You can find me and my work on most of the popular social websites
Myspace
http://www.myspace.com/californiaredwoods
Flickr
http://www.flickr.com/photos/californiaredwoods/
http://www.facebook.com/home.php?#!/pages/Santa-Cruz-CA/California-Redwoods-Photography/265080616399
Model Mayhem
http://www.modelmayhem.com/783944
http://www.pinuplifestyle.com/profile/CaliforniaRedwoodsPhotography
http://www.google.com/profiles/californiaredwoods
YouTube
http://www.youtube.com/user/CaliforniaRedwoods
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