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Old Dec 17, 2007 | 08:05 PM
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WooHoo - I'm a Sponsor!

Hey everyone,

I've decided to come on as a Sponsor on G35Driver and My350z!

You guys may be wondering what the hell I am going to sell? Nothing. I'll be offering my services as a(n) [aspiring] photographer. I've got some new equipment that I would like to test out.

Everyone here knows that I'm a picture *****. Hell, even I know that. But I'm noob at photography and I'm bored of practicing with my own car, so I'd like to improve my skills using your guys' cars as my test subjects.

For each photo shoot, the owner will receive a minimum of 15 shots, each of which will be post-processed. You will receive a CD with the images in the mail within about two weeks. But please be patient with me as I am a student first, aspiring photographer second. Location for the shoot does not matter, so long as I can work with it. It can be chosen by you or me if you don't have anything specific in mind. If I have to travel far, then there will be an additional fee for gas.

I will be starting off by charging $25 per shoot. Again, this will include a minimum of 15 post-processed photos mailed to you on a CD. This fee will cover the entire length of the shoot, which will run no more than ~2 hours. PM me to set up an appointment!

Unfortunately, most of my time is spent in San Diego as that is where I am currently attending school. However, I come home (LA) from time to time and will try my best to work with you if you guys want.

Note: I will be in the LA area for about 1 month! I will be moving back to San Diego some time after Jan. 10th!


Photo shoots:

https://g35driver.com/forums/picture-share/194186-wally-s-m3-photo-shoot-photosbycalvin-56k-die.html

https://g35driver.com/forums/picture-share/194641-candlestickpark-s-g35-sedan-photo-shoot-photosbycalvin-56k-die.html

Here are some samples of my work:

http://i144.photobucket.com/albums/r...y/IMG_4863.png

http://i144.photobucket.com/albums/r...h/483350ab.png

http://i144.photobucket.com/albums/r...h/b1901a33.png

http://i144.photobucket.com/albums/r...y/837a7b73.jpg

http://i144.photobucket.com/albums/r...y/870a11da.jpg

http://i144.photobucket.com/albums/r...y/05b82364.jpg

http://i144.photobucket.com/albums/r...l/6bc4f6b6.jpg

http://i144.photobucket.com/albums/r...l/1482f31e.jpg

http://i144.photobucket.com/albums/r...y/IMG_3094.jpg

http://i144.photobucket.com/albums/r...t/IMG_2450.jpg

http://i144.photobucket.com/albums/r...t/IMG_2507.jpg

http://i144.photobucket.com/albums/r...t/IMG_2510.jpg

http://i144.photobucket.com/albums/r...t/IMG_2516.jpg

http://i144.photobucket.com/albums/r...t/IMG_2577.jpg

http://i144.photobucket.com/albums/r...t/IMG_2581.jpg

http://i144.photobucket.com/albums/r...t/IMG_2556.jpg

http://i144.photobucket.com/albums/r...a/f53f5a04.jpg

http://i144.photobucket.com/albums/r...a/ec007cd0.jpg

http://i144.photobucket.com/albums/r...ure008copy.jpg

http://i144.photobucket.com/albums/r...ure034copy.jpg

http://i144.photobucket.com/albums/r...re036copya.jpg

http://i144.photobucket.com/albums/r...ure047copy.jpg

http://i144.photobucket.com/albums/r...ure059copy.jpg

http://i144.photobucket.com/albums/r...G_3271copy.jpg

http://i144.photobucket.com/albums/r...G_3281copy.jpg

http://i144.photobucket.com/albums/r...G_3293copy.jpg

http://i144.photobucket.com/albums/r...G_3201copy.jpg

http://i144.photobucket.com/albums/r...G_3242copy.jpg

http://i144.photobucket.com/albums/r...y/IMG_2204.jpg

http://i144.photobucket.com/albums/r...y/IMG_2230.jpg

http://i144.photobucket.com/albums/r...y/IMG_2216.jpg

http://i144.photobucket.com/albums/r...y/IMG_2233.jpg

http://i144.photobucket.com/albums/r...y/IMG_2237.jpg

http://i144.photobucket.com/albums/r...y/IMG_2238.jpg

FAQ:
What is the best time to shoot my car?
Typically, the "golden hour" is just before sunset when the sun isn't too harsh. However, a little after sunrise will work as well. Unless we can find a large shady area to shoot in, we're limited in time...unfortunately.

Can you do a photo shoot of my car with a model in it?
As of now, I cannot provide a model. It isn't as easy as picking up a cutie off the street and asking her to pose half-naked for a car. Despite what people say, modeling takes skill and not all girls have that skill. If you provide a model, then I can work something out.

Can you do rolling shots?
I'd love to practice my panning shots with your car. Below are some examples of panning shots that I've done.

http://i144.photobucket.com/albums/r...s/IMG_1378.jpg

http://i144.photobucket.com/albums/r...s/IMG_1322.jpg

http://i144.photobucket.com/albums/r...y/IMG_0568.jpg

http://i144.photobucket.com/albums/r...y/IMG_0576.jpg

http://i144.photobucket.com/albums/r...y/IMG_0560.jpg

http://i144.photobucket.com/albums/r...y/IMG_0547.jpg

Guys, I'm getting a LOT more interest than I thought! Let's get a list going...Please copy/paste this list into your post and add yourself to whatever date is best for you. I'll look into my schedule and will arrange something with you.
 

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Old Dec 17, 2007 | 08:10 PM
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congrats Cal!
 
Old Dec 17, 2007 | 08:12 PM
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I think you have the most titles of anyone on these forums, and the blinky thing happening too.
 
Old Dec 17, 2007 | 08:29 PM
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WTF?? So does that mean you are gonna charge me now?? I was gonna give you a call to shoot my car but if a gotta pay now, I'll get a real photographer.
 
Old Dec 17, 2007 | 08:32 PM
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some really nice pictures there..i hope your business will do good congrats
 
Old Dec 17, 2007 | 08:36 PM
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Very cool, congrats and good luck man!
 
Old Dec 17, 2007 | 08:37 PM
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good stuff... i wish i was in Cali... def. some good work!
 
Old Dec 17, 2007 | 09:15 PM
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can you sell kits for me so I can retire as a sponsor? jkjk

Anyways come take some shots of my car =)

- Eric

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YAY! Congrats Calvin~ xD

Come take cute pictures of my doggies and maybe i'll let you use Turbo as your mascot lol.
 
Old Dec 17, 2007 | 09:25 PM
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Dude I have been waiting for someone to take pics of my car since I have no decent pics. I'm willing to be your first customer! Lemme know!
 
Old Dec 17, 2007 | 09:40 PM
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Whaaaaaaaaaaaaat? Cal's getting serious, good luck bro.
 
Old Dec 17, 2007 | 09:41 PM
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Glad to hear you are a sponsor and will be offering this service. I'm interested in having pics taking, including rolling shots. PM sent.
 
Old Dec 17, 2007 | 09:53 PM
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Congrats Cal. I'm definitely interested. I'd like to get a day and night photoshoot though.

As for the location, uuummm somewhere mountain'ish?

let me know when you're available, I'm taking vacations starting Thursday so either day after that should most likely be fine.

oh yeah, you gotta let me know like a day or two in advance so i can wash the car lol
 
Old Dec 17, 2007 | 10:10 PM
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Congrats Calvin. I get special free introductory price right?

Damnit, I still haven't gotten the SLR yet. So I must pay for photoshoots until I get my own SLR, hopefully soon. Oh wait, I'm not going to take an almost-stock G to a photoshoot

.
 
Old Dec 17, 2007 | 10:41 PM
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congrats cal. nice pics. b4 ya know it, maybe penthouse or hustler. hehehe
 
Old Dec 17, 2007 | 10:53 PM
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Good luck with the pics ! You do take some good ones !

But DUDE...you need to find a girl friend or something ! Your on this site posting 24/7....I guess its what makes you happy though !

again good luck !!!!
 


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