Josh dropped by the studio yesterday and asked me to photograph some of the most challenging objects I’ve ever photographed in my long career as a product photographer in Los Angeles–clear light bulbs on a white background. Previously, my most difficult subject has been a clear wine glass–but these bulbs ended up being even more difficult to photograph. But, after spending quite a bit of time getting them into position and adjusting my light sources, I was able to clearly delineate every edges of these highly reflective products. Also, as you can see here, I also photographed a ballast–but that was easy by comparison.

Fleabass returned to my Los Angeles studio several weeks ago for some more photographs of their latest bass guitars, straps, and a super-secret project I can’t talk about right now. Here are a few images from the shoot.

I am often called upon to photograph events, and today I had the privilege of photographing Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger at Kenter Canyon Elementary School in Brentwood. His political campaign division, the California Dream, hired me to photograph the event. I found the work quite challenging. It was similar to a wedding but things happened even faster. Anyway, here are a few images from today. I hope you enjoy them!

California Statewide Direct Primary Election, Tuesday, June 8, 2010

The Governator has entered the building! Check out how some kids are really thrilled about his appearance! And how some appear
to be sleeping. They’ve obviously never seen Terminator or Total Recall! Except for that girl in the bottom right of the photo.

Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger casts his votes. If Prop 14 passes today,
the political party signs above the voting stations will disappear for the next primary election.

As you can see , lots of kids from Kenter Canyon Elementary School in Brentwood were in attendance.

The governor looks to be concentrating on his selections!

And his votes are counted!

Governor Schwarzenegger was really great when interacting with these future voters!

Just in case you’re wondering, I didn’t say something funny. It was the NPR correspondent standing next to me.

The Governor exchanges some playful banter with Lt. Governor Abel Maldonado.

Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger

The kids had a ringside seat!

Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger

Californians for an Open Primary

Governor Schwarzenegger infrequently pauses when
speaking but he makes great hand gestures.

See, I told you so!

I’ve got to get this photo to these kids!

And for my final offering on this post, here’s a photograph of the press gaggle. This particular photo might
give you a better idea as to some of the challenges faced while covering this event.

Tonight Friedericy Dolls came by the studio for yet another photography session. As a product photographer, I’m always thrilled to see repeat clients. Here are just a few dolls from tonight’s session.

Jane dropped by my downtown Los Angeles studio for a few product photos of her cat figurines. She’s ramping up her company, Catatude, and wanted to get some nice product photography finished so she could get them out to her vendors.