Sunday, March 25, 2012

Brandon Walker on Film | Music Photography

I met Brandon Walker at one of his music gigs in Saratoga. The moment I heard him play the piano, and sing I fell in love with his music. Not only is he a great musician, but also a great guy. He has this cool vibe about him. 


We had been planning this photo shoot for quite a few months. But I told him I would wait to take a directing workshop from T&T Dynamite before we took his pictures. I have now taken three of T&T Dynamite's workshops, or least all the ones they offer; and what an amazing learning experience that was. I admire their work, and they inspire me to become a better photographer. Every photographer should take their Directing Workshop. 

Back from the workshop, Brandon & I planned our shoot; and went over wardrobe. I rented a Medium Format Contax 645 -- curious to know what the big deal about that camera was --, and bought 35 mm Canon AE; got myself some film, and off we went for a day of adventure.  This was an 100% Film Shoot. 

We started our day in Sartatoga at Brandon's favorite music venue, The Blue Rock Shoot, and ended up at one of the beaches in San Francisco at sunset. What an amazing day that was! 

Take a look at some of the shots from that day. And to listen to Brandon's Music, visit his website http://www.brandonwalkermusic.com/fr_home.cfm. 

















And this is Bart from San Jose, who lives in the most awesome Ocean Front apartment in San Francisco. Hope you find my blog so you can see your picture!