The Aviano Group

New Model Castings Pages

2009-10-15T05:29:00.000-07:00

Recently I have added a new page devoted to castings for models. This page will be used for models to post interest in working as well as others to post that they have work for models.

If you are looking for a model to hire, please go to the Model Casting Form and I will post your information here.

If you are a model looking for work, fill out the Model Info form and I will add your profile here.

I want to thank Karen from Active Image Models for supplying me with the castings that are currently listed on the site. If you are a model and looking for representation, contact Karen, I am sure that she will help you.

Making a good situation out of a bad one!

2009-09-28T13:47:00.000-07:00

Last week was one of those weeks that seemed like everything that could have gone wrong did. The weather here over the last week has been absolutely terrible when it comes to being able to shoot outside. It seems like we have had nothing but rainy day after rainy day. Fortunately I was able to make the best out of those rainy days.

The photo on the left was my first problem day. This was the first time I had worked with Nicole and even almost didn't work with her on this day. I had sent her a message earlier that morning stating that I had reservations due to the weather. Since she was already having her hair and make up done, needless to say she was a bit upset with me and my decision to postpone things. She convinced me to keep the shoot and I am glad she did. Although it was raining when we met to drive out to where we shot and even raining once we got there, the rain did subside and eventually stop.

Kayla the model pictured on the right was my next encounter with a rainy day. Kayla has one of the toughest work schedules I know of when it comes to trying to schedule a shoot. The two of us have been trying for months to get together but it always seemed that either of us were free when the other was. Fortunately this past weekend things works out and we were able to shoot, however once again the weather was rainy. As with Nicole, when Kayla and I met, it was raining but once we arrived at the location of the shoot, the rain quit. So once again I was able to dodge a bullet.

Lastly, comes Cari Lynn, in her case it wasn't bad weather but bodily injury. Cari called me the Monday before the shoot to let me know that she had had a bike accident and broken her collar bone. All I can say is that Cari was a real trooper because I know she was in a lot of pain. She did have limited movement but with every movement I knew it was painful for her.

The last image I have posted here actually was taken during the same shoot as Cari's. Diana had come along also to shoot with the bikes and as well as for Look Swimwear. Cari had wanted some casual images taken for her new website and was gracious enough to let Diana borrow a pair of jeans. Diana slipped them on and we captured one of my favorite images of the day.So the next time you go out to shoot and things are not the best don't complain but make the best of what you've got.

Quality photographs are not always made under the best of circumstances. A good photographer will make the best out of a bad situation. No shoot ever goes entirely as planned but by keeping your wits about you and surveying what you've got, you can turn a bad shoot into a good one quickly.

Alayzia and Kelli

2009-09-14T05:49:00.000-07:00

This past weekend I have the pleasure of working with two great young ladies, Alayzia and Kelli.

Alayzia is the younger sister of JessicaLyn and Tasha and quickly becoming an outstanding model in her own right. Although Alayzia and I have shot a couple times before, this by far has got to be some of the best photos we've taken. She is definitely maturing as not just a model but also as a person and it shows in her photos. She is quickly developing the same sense of style that her two older sisters have. I am definitely looking forward to seeing greater and better things from her.

The other young lady I had the pleasure of shooting this weekend is Kelli. Although she is not a model and the photos were for her senior portraits, she definitely is as pretty as any model I've ever worked with. Kelli is from the Columbus area so were shot at what has quickly become one of my favorite places to shoot Jeffery Park in Bexley. I want to thank Kelli and her mother for a wonderful time and terrific shoot.

Krista and Ryan

2009-08-17T06:06:00.000-07:00

Over the weekend I had the pleasure of shooting a wedding for a former client and friend. I have know Krista since I photographed her sister's wedding back in 2001. Since then I have also shot her senior portraits. Krista, Ryan, and their wedding party, were an absolute pleasure to work with albeit we were all melting from the heat and humidity.

Although we started the photography in a park in Fairfield, their wedding and reception was at the Oscar Event Center. This was my first time being there and was very impressed with the facility. Although I have driven past many times, was not aware at how beautiful the place was indoors. It is definitely a place I would recommend to and Cincinnati couple looking for a location for their wedding.

In closing, I hope that Krista and Ryan have a great time on their honeymoon in Orlando.

Models from Active Image Agency

2009-08-12T07:16:00.000-07:00

I had the pleasure of working with some new models this past Sunday at the Jeffery Mansion in Columbus. The models were Karen, Monica and Trisha from the Active Image agency. All three were outstanding and made the shoot very successful.

Jeffery Mansion was a tremendous find. Last spring another model mentioned it to me and after doing some research online decided it would be a great place to shoot. I was completely overwhelmed with the location. There were so many places to shoot there that it has become one of my favorite places to shoot. We were fortunate to be able to see the inside as well and I am currently investigating the possibilities of shooting indoors as well.

Again thanks to the models and I am definitely looking forward to working with you on numerous occasions in the future.

Fashion Show at Sugar Bar

2009-07-23T08:56:00.000-07:00

A few images from the Active Image Fashion show at Sugar Bar in Columbus. We want to thank Alicia for asking us to be a part of the event.

The launch of the Aviano Group site

2009-07-17T14:28:00.000-07:00

It's official we have launched the website for the Aviano Group. Please keep an eye on the site for exciting new things.