A Photographer's Journal

Bill Leyden's Journal Moving to Wordpress

nospam@example.com (billleyden) — Mon, 17 Aug 2009 10:38:55 -0400

Please feel free to browse this Journal; however, entries dated after June, 2009 will be posed on Bill Leyden's Photography Blog on Wordpress

Jonathan

nospam@example.com (billleyden) — Mon, 01 Jun 2009 21:17:00 -0400

I was going through some of my candid shots on location and remembered this great guy.

Rachel

nospam@example.com (billleyden) — Fri, 22 May 2009 14:58:00 -0400

Master improv actor, Rachel was a joy to photograph.

I often think of the late Monte Zucker at times like this. If it was high noon, like on this day, he would say, "just find cover." So we did and made these images.

New Portfolio Animation

nospam@example.com (billleyden) — Thu, 30 Apr 2009 02:15:43 -0400

Merton Bay Fig Trees

nospam@example.com (billleyden) — Mon, 27 Apr 2009 16:47:00 -0400

One of the most arresting streetscapes in Los Angeles can be found in Santa Monica, CA. Here the Merton Bay Fig Trees line the residential streets. These distinctive trees and their complex root structures do not seem to lift the sidewalks as do the controversial ficus trees that are characteristic of nearby Brentwood. Not usually out taking landscapes, I got out of the car and couldn't resist making a few 'portraits.'

These images are at once exotic, erotic, distant yet familiar. I was amazed when I saw them for the first time out of the camera.

And a final shot:

Vasquez Rocks, CA

nospam@example.com (billleyden) — Sun, 26 Apr 2009 13:04:00 -0400

Seen in films and television shows for decades, this distinctive rock structure can be seen north of Los Angeles to the west of Hwy 14.

Notice the film company scaling the rocks getting ready for a shot.

Vasquez Rocks, Santa Clarita, CA

An Actor Prepares

nospam@example.com (billleyden) — Tue, 21 Apr 2009 00:34:00 -0400

Strolling around the house, I was able to catch lovely Rachel in a moment before shooting a scene.

Would you like some chocolate with that chocolate?

nospam@example.com (billleyden) — Tue, 14 Apr 2009 11:30:28 -0400

I am still not quite sure how he ended up like this using a straw on a Starbucks Mocha Frapachino.

Actors!

nospam@example.com (billleyden) — Sun, 12 Apr 2009 12:11:32 -0400

Alway at home in front of a camera.

How Many People Does It Take To Film A Love Scene?

nospam@example.com (billleyden) — Sat, 11 Apr 2009 21:45:23 -0400

Don't forget to count the half dozen or so who are outside!

Speed ... Rolling ... Frame ... ACTION!

nospam@example.com (billleyden) — Fri, 10 Apr 2009 15:28:43 -0400

Behind the scenes of an indie production. Director and cinematographer 'block' a shot. Don't forget the self-proclamed, 'future-proof' RED camera!

I turned around and caught this lovely image of the makeup artist admiring her handiwork.

Wolfs Robe

nospam@example.com (billleyden) — Wed, 04 Mar 2009 22:09:00 -0500

Sedona locals will recognize Wolf's Robe, a gifted Native musician. I met him and his wonderful wife to get these shots and more:

Nut Brittle

nospam@example.com (billleyden) — Sun, 22 Feb 2009 13:19:00 -0500

It was fun to take a break and try some food shots. Its not as easy as I thought. I may stick with faces and feelings.

Malibu Sunset

nospam@example.com (billleyden) — Thu, 01 Jan 2009 20:21:00 -0500

I was happy to have a video camera close at hand when I passed by Malibu this New Year. A chance meeting on the beach with my friend and colleague, Christine made for an interesting sunset vignette.

Fellow photographers will be able to hear the dialogue: "Ok, Christine. Put your weight on your left foot ... lean back ... too far! Good! Now, point over there! Great!"

All Dressed Up for the Nutcracker Suite

nospam@example.com (billleyden) — Sat, 20 Dec 2008 18:18:00 -0500

A reprise visit to capture a California debutante about to go to Hollywood to see a holiday presentation of the Nutcracker.