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Fall Trip to New York

Saturday, January 9th, 2010

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by Paul Burlingame

FASHION WEEK IN NEW YORK

Another memorable event of 2009 was a September trip to New York to photograph at Fashion Week. This Fashion Week was noticeably more active than the one held six months before. I had a full day-long shoot in a China town loft with models Allison Zervopoulos & Julie Max

Art shoot in Julie Max's China Town loft

Allison Zervo & Julie Max during our art & fashion shoot in Julie's China Town loft

and a fashion shoot in Williamsburg with model Bianca.

Bianca in a dress from Frock You (San Diego) & the New York skyline from Williamsburg in Brooklyn.

Bianca in a dress from Frock You (San Diego) & view of the New York skyline from Williamsburg in Brooklyn.

Bianca has become a dear friend and also tipped me off to her costumed posing at an outdoor Hungarian Fashion event just a block away from the main Fashion Week tent at Bryant Park.

Hungarian Fashion event near Bryant Park, that's Bianca on the right.

Hungarian Fashion event near Bryant Park, Bianca on the right.

NEW YORK COUTURE SHOW

Bianca also arranged for me to shoot the trendy New York Couture runway show at Webster Hall in the East Village, a large old theater-like venue that is reputed to have been America’s first night club.

Outside Webster Hall September 12th 2009

Outside Webster Hall September 12th 2009

There were DJ’s and dance floors downstairs, dinner and the fashion show upstairs. In making my way upstairs I decided to keep on going and shoot from the balcony since there were literally no other photographers there. Downstairs next to the runway was crowded with cameras. From the balcony you could see the models getting ready back stage.

The colorful opening of the New York Couture Fashion show.

The colorful opening of the New York Couture Fashion show.

Bianca is 5′ 11″ tall and she walked very lively in the show.

Friend and model Bianca, one of the liviest models in the show.

Friend and model Bianca, one of the most experienced models in the show. This is NOT her first NYC.

The clothes are very youthful & brightly colored, the crowed loved them.

The grand finale with lots of photographers.

The grand finale, with lots of fanfare.

After the fashion show the band Ultraviolet Sound kept & rocked the audience at the hall. They made big use of a vocoder and had a surprisingly smooth, polished sound. I liked them alot.

UltraViolet sound rocked the house after the models. That's Bianca waiving.

UltraViolet sound rocked the house after the models. That's Bianca to the right of the stage waiving.

After all the picture taking I had a fabulous Asian dinner in Williamsburg and was one happy traveler as I packed up my memory cards for the trip back to San Diego. :o )

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Tib Nelson Designs Spring 2010 Fashion Shoot

Sunday, December 27th, 2009

Maresa Cogger

One of my favorite movies is captured on 8mm film and stars my mother as a young girl, running through a sea of fashionable ladies, elaborate spreads of pickled foods and gin martinis! I recently began obsessing over the impeccable details of the garments from this era. The fashionista’s of the 1960’s (including: Edie Sedgwick, Jackie O, and countless others), oozed with a timeless sense of sophistication that I am envious of and has inspired my latest collection of party frocks!

Once I had a clear vision, I knew that Paul would be just the photographer to work with me on this project!!!

On Saturday, December 5th, with latte in hand, I invaded Paul’s north park photography studio with a dozen models, a rockin’ hair stylist (Rachel Stegura) and a rack full of sparkling dresses! Although the actual photo shoot only took a number of hours, the planning process for such an elaborate event began months ago, with countless hours spent in my dress design studio, the beloved library, and in the kitchen (attempting to re-create passable delicacies from this era!). The intense preparation for the shoot was well worth the effort, as all of the details, from the lime green jello-mold to the powder-pink cupcakes, aided in creating the perfect 1960’s style birthday party!

60s Birthday Croquette Party shoot for Tib Nelson Designs
If you are interested in TND and live in the San Diego area, you can check out my latest designs at:

The Brokers Building, 4th and Market Downtown San Diego
TND Studio
Interested in a private viewing of current collection or a custom garment?
Contact me @
maresacogger@gmail.com

Maeve Riley, in South Park
www.maeveriley.com

Hunt and Gather, in University Heights
www.huntandgathershop.com

Otherwise, check me out online @

www.smashing darling.com/store/1896
www.myspace.com/tibnelsondesigns

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Steps You Can Take to Look Your Best in Pictures

Tuesday, December 8th, 2009

Tate Morales

As a model, it is your job to always look your best. Be it a breakout or bad posture, you can’t afford it. Brides, too, need to look their best on their wedding day.  So, I wanted to share some tricks and tips I have learned through my career as a model for looking your best, especially for important photos.

Look Your Best in Pictures: Image by Paul Burlingame Photo

Look Your Best in Pictures: Image by Paul Burlingame Photo

Take Care of Your Skin

I think the most important thing is to take care of your skin 24/7. Skin is your best asset, and if you pay attention to it, your skin will glow in your pictures. Here’s what you can do:

1.  Use sunscreen, sunscreen, sunscreen! Sunscreen protects your skin from wrinkles and spots. It is most important on the days you don’t think you need it.

2.  Moisturize. I think that if you are going to splurge on anything, this is the place to do it. A great moisturizer before bed and a lighter daytime one keeps your skin soft for easy makeup application and also from over-producing oil which causes breakouts.

3.  Drink water- all day. Water is the best thing for purifying your system. Antioxidants come in second. My favorite thing to drink is green tea.

On the Day of the Shoot

1.  Stand up straight. The taller you look, the thinner you look. Having good posture helps you look better!

2.  Find the best position to stand in. Often this is a 3/4 stance. This means your face is looking at the camera, your torso is angled slightly to one side (your good side), and one foot is a little bit in front of the other in a “T” formation. (But it actually looks like an upside down T.)

3.  Make the most of your “good side.” Everyone has a good side.  Do you know yours? You can take a few minutes to look in the mirror at both sides of your face. If you have anything you want to look at in pictures later on, or if there is anything on one side you would rather not look at, turn to the side you think is better. If you need to take any profile or angled shots be sure to turn to that side for the best possible shot.

Lastly, if Anything Goes Drastically Wrong

Don’t stress! Makeup and PhotoShop exist for a reason!  Let go, have a good time and your pictures will turn out great.

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