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Being a Miami-based photographer has truly spoiled me. I have grown so accustomed to warm beaches, sunshine and smiling models that my recent trip to the “Concrete Jungle” was like a kick in the gut. Picture it: It’s the middle of January by the Hudson River at 9 am… needless to say my camera finger was frozen for a few days. Check out Joe and Justin, two rising stars from Red Models… no smiles but great models nonetheless.

Check out their full story here: http://www.eltonandersonblog.com/slidingstories/redmodels/

Waking up for a 6am shoot is not necessarily my idea of fun but when having great models like Lisa M makes its all worthwhile. I’ll have to start posting the behind the scenes to show just what goes into a test shoot like this. FYI, finding a photogenic slushy truck in Little Haiti is not easy!

Here’s her full spread: http://eltonandersonblog.com/slidingstories/lisam/

If you follow my blog, you may have noticed that I have not posted in nearly two months (yikes). That’s because my life has been consumed by shooting, traveling, brainstorming, meetings, business plans, marketing campaigns, blah, blah, blah… Anywho, I’m blogging again and to be chronologically correct I’m going to start from the beginning of the year and work my way up to what I’ve been doing lately.

Up first is Amanda, one of the new faces to Next Modeling Agency in Miami. Just a quick note to photographers, test shooting with an Agency is a GREAT way to break into the industry, make a few extra bucks and build your portfolio all at the same time. I’ve also had a chance to build a great team of individuals who have worked tirelessly on helping me create these shoots. Apuje Kalu styled everything and helped direct the creative visions, while Tia Smith served as producer and kept the shoots running smoothly. This shoot was back in early February… thank God I live in Miami so no one had to freeze during the bikini pics. enjoy.

Check out her entire story here: http://eltonandersonblog.com/slidingstories/amanda/

LA is really starting to grow on me. I’m back here for the 3rd time and I’ve fallen in love with the weather, the people and most importantly the FOOD. I already had a list of restaurants that I highly recommend but after today’s lunch, Kitchen24 just climbed up to the #1 spot. Affordable, great location and some of the best service ever… and on top of all that the food is superb. Trust me… I don’t lie about food.

I recommend heading over there during happy hour for the best deals on food and cocktails.

1608 North Cahuenga Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90028
(323) 465-2424

As you can see, these wings did not stand a chance.

My frat brother James opted for the turkey burger…

While I had breakfast for lunch. Nom, Nom, Nom!