View On Black
This is Gordon, i think that's how he pronounced it. He was in town from Austin, Texas with another band mate. They were hanging out in the loop enjoying beautiful "pre-storm" weather.
Gordon said they were in a band called Torrent. I could not find their info on-line but I gave him a moo card so I hope he finds his pic and posts a link.
This photo is number #58 in my 100 strangers project. Find out more about the project and see pictures taken by other photographers at 100 Strangers
Sunday, August 24, 2008
Lead Singer
Miss X
I was riding my bike around today and met two lovely young ladies today! Both were so friendly and willing to take photos. I couldn't have asked for better subjects :D
This is Ximena . She and her friend Anna were enjoying the weather. Both are from Mexico and spoke mostly Spanish.
I had to ask Ximena how to spell her name a few times before I decided to just save it to my phone.
This photo is number #57 in my 100 strangers project. Find out more about the project and see pictures taken by other photographers at 100 Strangers
Incredible Anna
I was riding my bike around today and met two lovely young ladies! Both were so friendly and willing to take photos. I couldn't have asked for better subjects :D
This is Anna. She and her friend Ximena were enjoying the weather. Both are from Mexico and love taking photos. Anna said she would happily be my subject when needed.
I told her to give me a call for a photo session :)
This photo is number #56 in my 100 strangers project. Find out more about the project and see pictures taken by other photographers at 100 Strangers
Major Wayne AKA Goldenchild
This young man was hanging out at the Metra station. He said he was an upcoming Rap Star and said that I could "maybe" do his album cover. He was a great subject and allowed me to take several photos.
His name is Major Wayne AKA Goldenchild. He said that Kayne West did a track for his album. I wanted to hear his music and check out his Myspace page but I could not find it! Unfortunately there are a lot of other rappers that are using the same or similar names. Hopefully he sees this and sends me his Myspace link.
This photo is number #55 in my 100 strangers project. Find out more about the project and see pictures taken by other photographers at 100 Strangers
Apollo
Young boy with his dog Apollo. I spoke briefly with a group of teens and this boy who said their dog was a 2 year old pure breed American Bull Dog. The teens were walking around what was once known as the Cabrini Green Projects. Most of the area is full of new Town Houses and one (still standing) CHA building.
Crime has decreased in the area with the exception of aggressive children that seem to have little or no parental guidance.
The boy in the photo was responsible and well mannered. He was properly picking up after his dog and was nice enough to pose for a pic.
This photo is number #54 in my 100 strangers project. Find out more about the project and see pictures taken by other photographers at 100 Strangers
Iron Horse / Western Bop
Flower Power
This is Jim the train conductor. He was sitting with many other conductors in front of Union Station checking out the eye candy at Rush Hour. Not a bad thing to do on nice days in Chicago! He was cool about the photo but wondered why. His fellow conductors teased him about what magazine cover the photo would end up on.
This photo is number #52 in my 100 strangers project. Find out more about the project and see pictures taken by other photographers at 100 Strangers
Chispesito and Wife
Chispesito is a great latino clown from Peru. His beautiful wife is from Ecuador. That is ironic since both Peru and Ecuador have been fighting each other for years.
Chispesito speaks mostly spanish and his wife translated the game rules and jokes in English.
This photo is number #51 in my 100 strangers project. Find out more about the project and see pictures taken by other photographers at 100 Strangers
Ashley
This is Ashley, she looks terrified in this photo but she was very sweet and patient with our large group.
She was very quick and had a great memory with the drinks. Great eyes :D
This photo is number #50 in my 100 strangers project. Find out more about the project and see pictures taken by other photographers at 100 Strangers
Coors Light Girls
I met these Coors Light girls yesterday at the Cactus Bar - They challenged me to a contest about sports trivia and I won a t-shirt !
I was chatting with the girl on the left - I loved her black hair. I asked her why she was wearing an athletic type top and shorts with stiletto heels. She laughed and said she didn't want to talk about it. I feel bad for these pretty girls. I guess their boss made them wear the heels...
The heels looked very non-comfy. They would have been equally as beautiful with athletic shoes.
This photo is number #49 in my 100 strangers project. Find out more about the project and see pictures taken by other photographers at 100 Strangers
Jack and Jill
Jack and Jill went up the hill
To fetch a pail of water.
Jack fell down and broke his crown,
And Jill came tumbling after.
Up Jack got and home did trot
As fast as he could caper;
And went to bed and covered his head
In vinegar and brown paper.
When Jill came in how she did grin
To see Jack's paper plaster;
Mother vexed, did whip her next,
For causing Jack's disaster.
Now Jack did laugh and Jill did cry
But her tears did soon abate;
Then Jill did say that they should play
At see-saw across the gate.
This photo is number #48 in my 100 strangers project. Find out more about the project and see pictures taken by other photographers at 100 Strangers
Miss M
Miss M - Although her scarf caught my eye I was later stunned by her Wonderfully beautiful eyes :D
Another stranger found while I was intoxicated and enjoying art in Pilsen :P
This photo is number #47 in my 100 strangers project. Find out more about the project and see pictures taken by other photographers at 100 Strangers
Retro
Stranger Photo number 46. I told her I loved her hat. She said she loved my tie. I was drunk. I don't remember her name :P It's hard to remember names as it is ...not to mention when I'm intoxicated.
Well, I'm sure I'll run into her again. I love the Chicago Art's District! It's in my old neighborhood Pilsen.
What was once a Yearly October Art Fest has turned into a Monthly ( if not weekly ) Art Festival of Fun People and Wonderful Art!
This photo is number #46 in my 100 strangers project. Find out more about the project and see pictures taken by other photographers at 100 Strangers
Reagle Beagle
Stranger Photo number 45. This was taken at the Reagle Beagle - yes, named after the bar in Three's Company - I met up with my cousin and some friends. Ray ( i think, I was a bit intoxicated ) is on the right ...he took several photos of us at our table with my camera - in turn I took one of him and his compadre.
The bar was nice enough - a lot of photos from old tv shows like CHIPS and Welcome back Kotter - the major problem was that they ran out of Coronas! How do you run out of Coronas!??
This photo is number #45 in my 100 strangers project. Find out more about the project and see pictures taken by other photographers at 100 Strangers
Saturday, August 23, 2008
Joe
This is Joe, he has gotten me back into the Stranger grove. He was hanging out near the Metra station on Friday afternoon with a very cool looking bicycle.
I noticed his hat from across the street and made a b-line to ask him for a photo. Joe was waiting for his friends and was in town to celebrate St. Patrick's Day.
This photo is number #44 in my 100 strangers project. Find out more about the project and see pictures taken by other photographers at 100 Strangers
Alaricia (right) and Friend
These lovely ladies were walking down Michigan Ave. with their hoods on but I caught a glimpse of the orange and asked to see their hair.
They were nice enough to pose but did not speak much English.
The girl on the right said they were from Italy and that her name was Alarisa. The girl on the left was less social than Alarisa and did not answer when I introduced myself and asked for her name.
Also gave them Moo Cards - hope they enjoy their photo :D
This photo is number #43 in my 100 strangers project. Find out more about the project and see pictures taken by other photographers at 100 Strangers
Marcia and Alex from Russia
Today I met Marcia and Alex from Russia, not much of a conversation -since I don't know enough Russian - but they were a nice couple :)
Gave them a Moo card - hope they enjoy this photo!
his photo is number #42 in my 100 strangers project. Find out more about the project and see pictures taken by other photographers at 100 Strangers
Agatha from Austin,Texas
I met Agatha in Oak Park tonight. I noticed her hair at first then she pulled out a camera and took a picture of some multicolored lights. This made it easier for me to approach her.
She was walking behind what appeared to be her sister and her mother ( an elderly woman ).
As I took her photo she said "Austin, Texas" without me asking where she was from. That threw me off. I tried to make some small talk and asked her if how she liked Ohio so far. She corrected me since we were in Oak Park, IL at the moment. Guess I was nervous.
I'll be honest, this challenge has been harder for me than I expected. I feel odd approaching people sometimes - and sometimes it's really easy.
I expect people to have the reaction I would have - like - "who the f are you?" I don't blame people for being suspicious about a stranger asking them for a photo.
So that trepidation has caused me to keep my mouth shut when many prospects pass by.
This photo is number #41 in my 100 strangers project. Find out more about the project and see pictures taken by other photographers at 100 Strangers
Issac and Family
It's been a long long day. In fact I'm falling asleep now.
It was hard to remember th name of this gentlemen. I met him early this morning at Chicago's Maxwell Street market. He was feeding that poor dog Maxwell Street tacos
( barf ).
I think both he and the dog have names that begin with the letter I. I think it was Issac...
This photo is number #40 in my 100 strangers project. Find out more about the project and see pictures taken by other photographers at 100 Strangers
Sid Haig aka Captain Spaulding
Sig Haig is probably the most famous actor in the horror business these days. He plays the crazy clown in a few of Rob Zombie's movies.
His IMBD movie list goes all the way back to 1960 something where he played a character in The Fugitive. He was also on the original Batman tv show.
I asked him for a quick photo and he said to make it quick! This is a pose not a threat.
This is Photo will get me lots of props from any fellow horror fan!
He is #39 in my 100 strangers project. Find out more about the project and see pictures taken by other photographers at 100 Strangers
Robert Englund
Wow, I got to meet one of my Childhood actor heroes. I told Mr. Englund that I was a fan since the mini-series "V for Visitors" where he played a nerdy alien that saved the humans :P He was surprised anyone remembered that show.
Prior to this photo he was having a friendly conversation with Tony Todd ( The Candyman ) at the check-in counter.
Robert Englund is Stranger #38 in my 100 strangers project. Find out more about the project and see pictures taken by other photographers at 100 Strangers
Satan himself! Ray Wise
Ray Wise from Movies and TV - currently in the TV Show Reaper- was kind enough to pose for a pic after checking into the hotel.
This picture is #37 in my 100 strangers project. Find out more about the project and see pictures taken by other photographers at 100 Strangers
Raine Brown
I met another cute Scream Queen! Raine Brown is a New Jersey based actress. She was hanging out with Eileen Daly and some others when I approached her.
She started to get up and I told her she was posing exactly how I wanted :) She was sweet and cute.
Later they gobbled down Chicago style Deep Dish Pizza!
This picture is #36 in my 100 strangers project. Find out more about the project and see pictures taken by other photographers at 100 Strangers
Dave Tango n Steve Gonsalves
Yah! Steve and Tango - Tango is on the Left - Steve is on the Right! Two of my favorite ghost hunters from TAPS! I caught them in the hotel lobby on their way out. I made it to the Fangoria Weekend of Horrors very late and did not get to see them speak on stage. They were also signing autographs but you needed a weekend pass. I was disappointed until I saw them leaving and they stopped for a photo.
They are as nice as they seem on television. I told them that I could not wait for new episodes because Ghost Hunters International was not "doing it" for me. They laughed and Tango said he agreed.
It's great when someone you know via television turns out to be nice in real life.
This picture is #35 in my 100 strangers project. Find out more about the project and see pictures taken by other photographers at 100 Strangers
Eileen Daly
I use her full name because she is an (English actress) and is used to the Google Effect. I have seen her in a few cult flicks. She has this Morticia look - and it's not a costume - just her natural self...
Ms. Eileen Daly was a pleasure. She is a very feminine woman. She was sitting in the hotel lobby with a friend passing time when she caught a breeze from the front door. She jumped up from her seat and moved away.
I love subjects that ask you how you would like them to pose. I don't usually have requests so I go for natural. She asked me to take of her standing up ( which I did ) but I think I like this one better :)
This picture is #34 in my 100 strangers project. Find out more about the project and see pictures taken by other photographers at 100 Strangers
Acid
This young man introduced himself as Acid. I asked him who Acid was and he went into this story about a psychopathic killer that escapes from a mental institute and kills more people and gets acid on his face ( hence the name ). He told me that this character was from a that he wrote. I think he was a little too "into" his character.
I later saw him drinking a bottle of Miller Lite. He didn't sound old enough to drink but he had a special pass so maybe I was wrong.
This picture is #33 in my 100 strangers project. Find out more about the project and see pictures taken by other photographers at 100 Strangers
Thriller
"Wow!" those eyes! I could not let this guy pass by without a photo. This undead dude and his girlfriend were at the Fangoria Weekend of Horrors.
He looks tough right? Well, later I watched as she went to smoke with her girlfriend and demanded that he wait in the lobby. I guess she was concerned that he was going to go flirt with other women.
This picture is #32 in my 100 strangers project. Find out more about the project and see pictures taken by other photographers at 100 Strangers
Elvira
I met this Elvira wannabe at the Fangoria Weekend of Horrors. She was a proud winner (2nd place) of the costume competition. I missed the contest and I am sure that I would have won first prize in the Fugly division.
This picture is #31 in my 100 strangers project. Find out more about the project and see pictures taken by other photographers at 100 Strangers
Bride of Frankenstein!
I met the Bride of Frankenstein at the Fangoria Weekend of Horrors! She was very sexy and friendly.
This picture is #30 in my 100 strangers project. Find out more about the project and see pictures taken by other photographers at 100 Strangers
Cute Couple
I saw this couple sitting at a booth at the end of the day. They looked very tired so I didn't want to bother them too much. I didn't want to use flash but the area was dark . In the end the flash caused a blink. Women are a lot better at keeping their eyes open. I wonder why that is?
This picture is #29 in my 100 strangers project. Find out more about the project and see pictures taken by other photographers at 100 Strangers
Thursday, August 21, 2008
Monique Dupree
Meet Miss Monique Dupree. She is more commonly known as "The First Black Scream Queen". She has been in a ton of movies. She loves Blood and Gore as much as I do but in person She is such a sweet person to meet. She was taking a break from her usual "gear" and make-up and was on her way to dinner ( God I wish it was with me :P ) Here she looks Beautiful either way. Her voice is soft and her eyes are kind.
This picture is #28 in my 100 strangers project. Find out more about the project and see pictures taken by other photographers at 100 Strangers
Tonya
Toyna - see the name tag - Beautiful Stranger number 27 :)
This picture is #27 in my 100 strangers project. Find out more about the project and see pictures taken by other photographers at 100 Strangers
Kimberly
My boys and I met Kimberly and her beautiful daughter while waiting to go home today. Her baby was so cute and happy. She kept pulling on my older son's jacket and laughing when he turned around. She was very aggressive, but in a sweet way.
Before we met this Momma and Baby I was very tired and not in photography mode. I actually had to leave my Nikon in the car in the morning because I forgot to bring the battery (it was charging). I had my Kodak with me though - and I had no intentions of taking anyone's photo until I started talking to Kimberly. I took their photo and she took ours with her Camera Phone.
Kimberly's first date took her to a Monster Truck show in Colorado Springs. She said she couldn't hear for a week after that. I asked if it was the date's idea and she said no it was his mother's. Kimberly had just gotten back from a weekend in Wisconsin where she was driving snowmobiles with friends.
Kimberly rides motorcycles. She rides behind her partner's bike and does tricks. Her partner has a Ninja - style racing bike. I asked her if she rides with those bikers that take over the entire expressway and she laughed and nodded. She wears a special jacket that's connected to the bike. If there is an accident it blows up like an airbag.
After helping her on the train ( she had lots of bags and that cute baby ) I told the boys to let her have some space and we sat in the back. My son's were so in love with the baby they kept wanting to go sit with them. We actually should have.
As we were leaving Kimberly said that if we saw them again we should not be strangers. I replied that if I saw her again I wanted it to be on her bike. She said their bike was the color of her top and so was her tattoo...
Well of course I asked about the Tattoo and wondered where it was. She pointed behind her back and said " you know " and I was like oh yeah. Then she said I'll show you. She quickly pulled out her camera phone and scrolled down to a photo. She knew we were about to get off but wanted to show me....
and....wow....
Man, I really regret not sitting with her :P
This picture is #26 in my 100 strangers project. Find out more about the project and see pictures taken by other photographers at 100 Strangers
Ben Number 25
I've reached the Quarter Mark! This is Ben, I met him outside of Union Station. He seemed to be a bit lost. The first thing that I noticed about him was his hat. He seemed friendly enough while asking some other guys for a light. He asked them for directions and he was walking away so I followed in hopes of catching up.
While walking ahead of me his hat flew off ( Windy City Chicago ) and I bent over to help him catch it - he caught it in time. He was being sold a free copy of the Onion by a homeless person and when he was done I told him about the Flickr group and he told me to "Go for it" I also let him know he was my 25th Photo and he was willing to pose as directed - What a Great Guy!
This picture is #25 in my 100 strangers project. Find out more about the project and see pictures taken by other photographers at 100 Strangers
Miss Illinois Shannon Lersch
This is the lovely Miss Illinois Shanon Lersch. She was as sweet as can be and a real beauty. The photos I took do not do her justice! She was having a great time at the Comcast Sportnet Awards ( as was I ). Miss Illinois took the time to chat with us and take some photos!
This picture is #24 in my 100 strangers project. Find out more about the project and see pictures taken by other photographers at 100 Strangers
Mark and Jim Thome
Mark is a swell guy I met at the Comcast Sportsnet Awards. Here he is posing with another Stranger on my list Jim Thome of the Chicago White Sox. I emailed him this photo as requested :)
This picture is #23 in my 100 strangers project. Find out more about the project and see pictures taken by other photographers at 100 Strangers
Chad Barrett and his Very Pretty Friend
This is Chicago Fire player Chad Barrett and his very lovely friend. I met him last night as he won an award from Comcast and the March of Dimes - mainly the Player of the Year award for the Chicago Fire
This picture is #22 in my 100 strangers project. Find out more about the project and see pictures taken by other photographers at 100 Strangers
Claudia
This is Claudia another cute Miller Lite girl that I meet at Mi Tierra on 26th and Kedzie.
This picture is #21 in my 100 strangers project. Find out more about the project and see pictures taken by other photographers at 100 Strangers
Lilly
This is the Lovely Lilly :) a Miller Lite girl that I meet at Mi Tierra on 26th and Kedzie. She talked me into buying a bucket of that pisswater with her charm and hot legs. I then went back to Coronas.
This picture is #20 in my 100 strangers project. Find out more about the project and see pictures taken by other photographers at 100 Strangers
Rocking the Vote
I met these two young ladies near the Sears Tower. I teased them about being a day late. Most of the political propaganda was pushed the day before Super Tuesday.
They took the train in all the way from Michigan to show their support. I told them all I had seen was Dean Cain supporters the day before - "Well, were here now!"
This picture is #19 in my 100 strangers project. Find out more about the project and see pictures taken by other photographers at 100 Strangers
My Job Sucks
I met these cold ladies at Union Station today. I begged them for a t-shirt but they were not giving them up. I love my job but I thought the slogan was hilarious. They were advertising a very popular " job finding" website. I swear it was only about 40 degrees today - (shorts weather). Obviously not true Chicagoans - but nice enough to pose.
This picture is #18 in my 100 strangers project. Find out more about the project and see pictures taken by other photographers at 100 Strangers
Heather
Heather C. is a trained certified and professional hoop performer. She lead a team of 4 performers in the American Express Heated Tent. She had a world of patience with all the kids and showed them some great tricks. The boys had a lot of fun! Heather was very sweet and she spent a lot of time with my 6 year old.
They have a website HooperPower
This picture is #17 in my 100 strangers project. Find out more about the project and see pictures taken by other photographers at 100 Strangers
HullaHoopz
Original Photo:
I met Martha ( I think pronounced Marta and maybe spelled that way too ) at the Millennium Park warm-up tent today. She was demonstrating hula hoop techniques to kids and adults. Well, actually she was on-stage amazing the heck out of me with her hip movements.
She was nice enough to pose for a photo which I came out kind of gaussian
I played the photo a little and posted an altered version seen below.
This picture is #16 in my 100 strangers project. Find out more about the project and see pictures taken by other photographers at 100 Strangers
Milton and Veronica
This is Milton and Veronica. I met them at the Fleetwood Roller Rink while at a party for one of my nieces. They were there with their little daughter.
They looked so good together. It was cute to see them holding hands going around the rink. Almost like teenagers in love. The both seem to have very strong souls.
A very friendly couple with no problem taking photos.
Veronica caught my eye at first. a Turquoise shirt with a white hoody sweater. She had huge gold earrings and a sexy neck tattoo. I'm sure it was Milton's in cursive.
She would be a great study. I dream of having a studio in which I can have photo sessions with incredible people.
This picture is #15 in my 100 strangers project. Find out more about the project and see pictures taken by other photographers at 100 Strangers
WCW / WWF Wrestler Virgil
I vaguely remember Virgil from his days as a wrestler for WWF ( now WWE ). It was sad to see him at a small table - alone with no visitors. I hate to see any former star doing this but I guess everyone needs to make money whatever way they can.
He asked me if I wanted an autograph and I asked about the price. He was charging $20.00 - I passed on that. I told him money was tight and he agreed. I told him that my wife was a big wrestling fan but I did recognize Bret Hart in one of the photos on his table.
Would he ever wrestle again? He said not unless they had a huge medical insurance agreement.
I asked him about his experience with Vince McMahon and he said that he was a smart man. I then said that Vince McMahon reminded me of my boss. They are both very direct and straight to the point. Virgil advised me that McMahon "Makes about 500 million a year and he could put your boss in his back pocket"
Virgil agreed to take a photo but it seemed like he really would rather just get paid.
This picture is #14 in my 100 strangers project. Find out more about the project and see pictures taken by other photographers at 100 Strangers
April the Loop Rock Girl
I remember April's name because she gave me one of her calendars :P
The Loop 97.9 had a tent up and were letting kids play Guitar Hero. When I picked up some stickers and freebies I was advised of April's autograph signing session at 6:00 p.m.
I watched her stroll down the line of cars to the tent for her signing. She was very tall! She had to be at least 6.2 - maybe it was her boots. She took a lot of pics with goofy guys and when it was my turn I just asked for a rock sign. She had to think about it at first but gave me this pose :P
She signed my calendar "You're so sweet! Love you Forever! Axxx" too bad I'll never be able to hang this up in my house :P
This picture is #13 in my 100 strangers project. Find out more about the project and see pictures taken by other photographers at 100 Strangers
Chula
Another name I don't remember. She has great eyes and lips. The eyes are those of the old 70s paintings of kids with big eyes.
This was her first time being a car model. I told her she was perfect for it - "you think?" she was very sweet.
She was promoting ABC Automotive & Electronics.
This picture is #12 in my 100 strangers project. Find out more about the project and see pictures taken by other photographers at 100 Strangers
Bonita
Sweet Girl. Didn't write down her name. I am bad with names but I never forget a face.
She seemed almost too young to be a car model. She reminds me of one of my nieces.
She was promoting ABC Automotive & Electronics.
This picture is #11 in my 100 strangers project. Find out more about the project and see pictures taken by other photographers at 100 Strangers
Teresita
After being turned down by all the hootchie momma models it was nice to finally meet a beautiful and normal woman!
Teresita was selling DVDs for cars that have TV's in the Trunk -sort of like Music Video compilations with loud thumping music.
She was having problems with her laptop on which she intended to showcase the DVD videos.
With this on her mind she was still nice enough to chat and pose for a photo - "Sure!" what a sweetheart
This picture is #10 in my 100 strangers project. Find out more about the project and see pictures taken by other photographers at 100 Strangers
Motorcycle Model
This is Tiffany ( I'm sure that's her real name) I met her at the "World of Wheels" - As you can tell she has posed before :P
I thought I would hit the jackpot at this event but a lot of the models refused to have their photos taken. They explained that they had problems in the past with their images being used inappropriately.
For the first time I was asked for cards. I have to get them soon. I was wondering when this would happen. I saw some great Cameras at the show too. These were in the hands of the Press - but now I know what I'm gonna treat myself with when I get my bonus :P
Tiffany was reluctant at first but then warmed up when I chatted with her for a bit. "What is this for?" For me..and my Flickr account I explained. She asked the tent ( they were set up in a tent ) manager if it was ok and she asked me where I wanted her to stand. I choose in front of one of the bikes but I really just wanted a nice profile.
This picture is #09 in my 100 strangers project. Find out more about the project and see pictures taken by other photographers at 100 Strangers
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