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"America is all about speed. Hot, nasty, bad-ass speed." -Eleanor Roosevelt

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Hey, I do other things too other then just photos! Been doing a few pieces of wall art each year, mainly for my shoots for #vivalasvegas . I was chatting with @vargaphoto last year at the car show and he gave me the idea to do bigger pieces... like something that would be across the back of a couch. This 4x2 piece is the biggest I’ve done, with a #tiki buddy heading out into the seas. I think it’s done... but he might get a friend on his ship. What do you wall think? (at Manteca, California)

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THE COVERS FRANK, THE COVERS! I feel so blessed when I see my work on the front of a publication. It’s not just the feels you get from seeing your work and tapping on that ego, but knowing that there are so many talented artists out there and they picked YOU. Suzy from @daintyrascal did a little shoot with me and @bachelorpadmagazine loved it enough for a feature and cover. Thank you so much Java! Location: Santa Rosa @stretchypauntz MUAH: @muah_heather (at Santa Rosa, California)

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Sorry for the lousy cell phone photo, but I got my copy of Gulf Coast Motorsports magazine with @shevidelux on the cover! I don’t usually see my work on covers so that’s always something to talk about! Thank you darling for submitting and coming out to shoot with me and @chrisgomezphotography! Thanks again @murphosatx for the location and amazing rides. (at Murpho's Rods and Customs)

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A little #tbt with my buddy @vintagedood_1004 when I helped get him booked on @jaylenosgarage a few years back. He took his ‘29 and I took my Buick to let Jay jump over them and a few other classics. Don’t worry.... nothing was damaged but that poor stunt car and bondo. #hotrod #ford #productionlife

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Going through all the images from my trip with @chrisgomezphotography this summer.. it’s a lot, I’ll tell you. I have so many I haven’t even gotten to still share on here! I thought this one needed some attention. Kimber Fox came out to shoot with us and I had the privilege to not only shoot at Murpho’s, but also toss a cutie where @shannon_brooke shot before. Car: 1947 Cadillac Model: @kimber_fox Location: @murphosatx Assist: @chrisgomezphotography #rustycar #longlegs #californiaphotographer #boneyard (at Austin, Texas)

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With this cold here in northern California I’m kinda missing that Texas weather. Now, I’ve seen a lot of shoeboxes but man... I love how well this one by @murphosatx is built with so many subtle touches and I’ve never seen a trunk done like they did. Car: @jr.thurmanjackson Model: @shelbygouldimaging Location: @murphosatx Assist: @chrisgomezphotography (at Austin, Texas)

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Like I’ve said before, as much as it’s been a blast shooting these lovely ladies I really have been enjoying doing portraits. I’ve been doing a series of portraits of classic car builders I feel really represent what might be the last generation of traditional painters and customizers. This shot of the talented @skotychops at his shop in Hayward is one of my most recent. If anyone can get me a hook up with Gene Winfield I would love you forever. #kustom #zepher #skotychops #carbuilder (at Skoty Chops)

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I think I’m one of the few photographers that loves pinup but I love shooting through a boudoir style. Don’t get me wrong; nothing in the world wrong with some cheesecake. But I like showing the world a different view is something so classic. @jessthndr was my muse for this and @richard_marz let me use his place for some photo fun! #losangelesphotographer #boudoirphotography #garters #longblackhair (at Downtown Los Angeles)

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Damn, you guys love some @jellyfishjonesphotos don't you? Well, I shouldn't hold back anymore! Loved this quick little shoot in Concord. I've been up in NorCal for a few weeks and I've been so busy with work I just haven't been shooting as much. So here is some more goodness! #rockabillystyle #vintagestyle #deluxegirl #retroswimsuit (at Concord, California)

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I finally got to see this babe for the first time in a year! I found @cassie_blanca at the #GNRS this last weekend and it was nice to catch up! I thought I would throw back to when I got her on my #buick for a photoshoot... now that's a combo I can't get enough of. #blondebombshell #buickskylark #musclecar #countrygirl #losangelesphotographer (at Burbank, California)

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"Cruisin' down the street in my '64...." Had some fun shooting @jellyfishjonesphotos yesterday with her man's 1964 Impala station wagon. Seriously clean. With that red 70's outfit I think we got some killer shots. #impala #1970s #stationwagon #lowrider (at Concord, California)

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I miss @heyitscodee and I don't get to hang out with her enough! Loved this really simple shoot we did a while back at her place. Sometimes I get really into the design of a shoot... I'm always stressing about outfits and locations and props... sometimes, you gotta dial back, relax, and just let things happen. This was one of those times. No wild planning... just a cute blonde and an early morning. Simple is nice, huh? Model: @heyitscody Location: Hollywood, California. #blondesdoitbest #bikergirl #legs #tubesocksrock (at Hollywood)

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This was a cute little shoot we did last year with @carlottachampagne in a little set I built for fun in my last place. These came out seriously cute and we need to shoot again soon. Give her a follow and check out her Patreon... it has all the good stuff! Model: @carlottachampagne Location: Van Nuys, California #rockabillystyle #pinup #vintagestyle #midcentury (at Van Nuys, California)

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#vivalasvegas is coming again!! I'm SO excited to be shooting with another photographer this year... Gina Barbara and it should be a blast. We have a few limited spots so let us know before we get it all filled up. :) Loved this cute out take when I shot with @kalanikokonuts in Las Vegas last year... you'll have to see the rest of the images in @bachlorpadmagazine if you want more. :) #garters #burlesque #model #retroset #productiondesign (at Viva Las Vegas Rockabilly Weekend)

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It's already a month into the year... it's speeding up already! Here's some @bovixxen from last year I think you'll all love. I always love shooting with this gal and we have some shoots planned I think you'll all love. Stay tuned! That hair tho! Model: @bovixxen MUAH: @muah_heather Location: Stockton, California #redhead #deluxegirl #pinupgirl #boudoir (at French Camp, California)

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So rad to open up CK Deluxe this month and see a full size photo of @dixie_rebelle as a Deluxe Girl! This is from our first shoot in my old place in Van Nuys! #rockabillystyle #pinup #garters #deluxegirl (at Van Nuys, California)

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Excited for @viva.las.vegas.vlv already! Shot this last year with @dixietantardini at the car show right as things started to clean out. Damn this show is so much fun! I'll be out there again shooting but this time with @ginabarbaraphotography so you better pop us a message before we we run outta space! #vivalasvegas #customcar #rockabilly #pinup #lowered #kustom (at Viva Las Vegas Rockabilly Weekend)