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Posted by PilarReflections Tue Aug 19, 2008 11:05:54 PDT
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Focused on Fashion
Local photographer finds beauty within local reach



By Jacqueline Pilar, Bakotopia.com contributor
Model: Ericka H.

Growing up in Bakersfield, I was always aware of the city’s true beauty.

As a photographer, there are many amazing locations to photograph.

I recently had the opportunity to work with some very talented ladies — Ericka H. modeled for my shoot, and Victoria Yap was the makeup artist. I met both of them on Model Mayhem, which is very similar to Bakotopia.com and MySpace, except its focus is primarily photographers, makeup artists, hair, etc.



Victoria was the sweetest person and applied the makeup with care. Ericka’s face looked flawless, but with an edge, as she added some sweet, smoky eyes. As she enhanced the face, I worked some magic on the hair. I twisted, pinned and sprayed for a funky ‘do that worked well for our location.

Before we headed to the location, I quickly pulled out a petticoat I had purchased for a Halloween costume a previous year. I grabbed a couple of tank tops and some boots.



When I don’t have a wardrobe stylist, I always go back to what I learned with celebrity stylist GK Reid. I worked with him on a number of shoots, and although he was working with some of the top designers in the world, I learned a lot from his choices and multiple pieces he put together.



As times before, I decided to take advantage of Bakersfield’s vast fields shot during sunset. Ericka’s lengthy, small physique worked with fields and power lines, as she angled her body in such ways that every single frame was perfection. I shot ‘til the sun went down, with minimal direction for her poses.



We were all extremely happy — however, nobody could be more satisfied as I when the end result was accomplished and my family and friends responded. It is those kind words that keep me going and make me love every day that much more!


Jacqueline Pilar

To view samples of Jacqueline’s photography go to:
www.pilarreflections.com

Story also printed in Bakotopia magazine, issue 35, 8-21-08

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Comment From: AnnieLWhite

her hair is pretty Comment From: Brentcbrown

Great shots Jacqueline!