IMTA 2010-Theatrical Headshots Judge, David J. Martin

David J. Martin -Theatrical Headshots Judge for IMTA Competition 2010

I was judgemental today! The International Modeling and Talent Association held an event at the Hilton Hotel at 54th Street today. I was one of the judges for the Theatrical Headshots portion of the competition.  Unfortunately, judging was done by numerical score cards so i didn't get to verbalize my opinions but I still had fun and it was a great experience.. of power ;-)

Manhattanhenge, Tonight in NYC

This snap was taken last night at 33rd Street -which was just a preview to tonight's official sunset. "Manhattanhenge" is one of only a few occasions a year when the Sun sets in exact alignment with the Manhattan grid, fully illuminating every single cross-street for the last fifteen minutes of daylight. For best effect, position yourself as far east in Manhattan as possible. But ensure that when you look west across the avenues you can still see New Jersey. Clear cross streets include 14th, 23rd, 34th. 42nd, 57th.

Children's Photography/Modeling Cards

I have a park right around the corner from my studio for some fun shots.  When it comes to photographing children, kids should be kids -not kids trying to be grown ups... Toddlers and Tiaras is so wrong! lol.

Chelsea Now Photographer -Cover Shot- April 8-21, 2010

I'm now a freelance photographer for Chelsea Now newspaper covering my beloved neighborhood of Chelsea!  "It's official.  After good faith negotiations with their landlord fell through, Chelsea's Empire Diner will close it's doors on May 15." 

More Spring, More Chelsea Now published images

Fountain Art Show

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How To Be Prepared for Audition Season : Backstage.com

It's an important time of year for actors!  Here are two great articles from Backstage Magazine:  Pilot Season: Landing an Audition and How Should Actors Prepare for Pilot Season?

My New Before and After Page

Here are examples what people were using for headshots pre-David J Martin Photography's magic! Please do not confuse which is which... the shots I took are on the right: http://www.djmphotographer.com/before_after.html

Meryl Streep's Performance Overshadowed My Scene

I was a background actor in the movie It's Complicated.  It was a 13 hour day for a 30 second scene and i'm nowhere to be found because Meryl is such a good actor. lol. Also staring: Alec Baldwin, Steve Martin, John Krasinski, and Hunter Parrish.  Luckily, for the graduation scene, our "props" were our cameras and I was able to capture these:

Rebecca Vigil's One Woman Show

The Vigilante is a one woman musical improv journey through the lives of the audience. You tell the story, Rebecca sings the soundtrack. December 22nd @ 7pm. The Peoples Improv Theater

154 West 29th Street, New York, NY. Only $5 !

HELP Portrait a Worldwide Photo Day

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"Help Portrait" is a movement of photographers who are using their time, equipment and expertise to give back to those who are less fortunate this holiday season. It was a worldwide event today and I was happy to participate at the Harlem YMCA.

People Talk at The Barrow Group Theater -2 Nights Only

Written and performing (in part) is Sidse Ploug Soerensen. I've seen her work before and have always been entertained.

DEC 15 & 16 @ 8:00PM

Tickets: www.smarttix.com

The Barrow Group Theater 312 West 36th Street

World AIDS Day and Dr. Tony

I had the privilege of shooting Dr. Antonio E. Urbina for this year's honoree of The Callen-Lorde Community Health Awards. Held November 16, 2009 at Espace, NYC. He's the Medical Director of HIV/AIDS Education & Training at Saint Vincent's comprehensive HIV Center and a member of President Obama's Advisory Council on HIV/AIDS. Congrats!

Read My Yelp.com Reviews

My new hobby is browsing yelp.com and thrilled to see these thumbs up reviews...
http://www.yelp.com/biz/best-headshots-david-j-martin-photographer-manhattan

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