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PHILLIP AND NATASHA — TULUM, MEXICO

erikhoward — Fri, 14 Aug 2009 02:25:47 +0000

While at Playa Azul in Tulum I had the opportunity to spend some of my afternoons with some wonderful couples visiting the hotel. Phillip and Natasha escaped the hustle and bustle of Boston for an escape to the Mayan Riveria. A beautiful couple and paradise backdrop set the stage for a great experience that produced new friends and some fun shots!

BRETT AND KIM — TULUM, MEXICO

erikhoward — Fri, 14 Aug 2009 01:57:50 +0000

While at Playa Azul in Tulum I had the opportunity to spend some of my afternoons with some wonderful couples visiting the hotel. Brett and Kim from Portland were able to enjoy a week away from Portland before their school district called them back to work another 10 month cycle of educating young people. It was great getting to spend some time getting to know them and taking some photographs .

DJ CLAY PHOTO SHOOT II

erikhoward — Sun, 26 Apr 2009 19:24:45 +0000

New artists, mixtapes, and albums mean new photos!! DJ Clay and his roster of artists have been busy in the studio and have some upcoming projects getting ready to drop. Here’s some excerpts from our shoot in the studio and at several locations around southwest Detroit.

NLRA MEMBERS – LOS ANGELES

erikhoward — Thu, 08 Jan 2009 20:02:58 +0000

While shooting at the Stylistics Toy Drive I had the opportunity to meet several NLRA members from Ghetto Fabulous and Original Ridaz. We did a small shoot… some of the rides, some couples, then group shots. After I left I headed over to the LA Coliseum where there was another Toy Drive going on. When I got there the person I was meeting up with (who I had never met at that point) was not there yet. I walked around a bit and soon found another Original Ridaz member who was the brother of a member I had just met. We talked a bit and did a couple shots. The last time I seen them was on Crenshaw later that evening where I was able to get a nice shot of Baba Louie. Thank you to the NLRA members for loving the camera and letting us get some great shots together. Next time I’m in LA we have to hook up.

TONY’S MONTE SS

erikhoward — Sun, 28 Dec 2008 15:49:30 +0000

On an unseasonably warm fall afternoon in late October we took Tony’s SS out for a spin and shoot. The old Michigan Central Depot and the Ste Anne’s neighborhood provided the perfect backdrop to show off the features of this gorgeous Chevy. After a few shots we headed downtown to pose in front of Comerica Park.

GABRIELLE’S SENIOR SHOOT

erikhoward — Wed, 19 Nov 2008 15:36:10 +0000

Fun and energetic. That describes Gabrielle. That describes our session. Several beautiful locations in Dearborn, MI provided the backdrop to the perfect fall day we were lucky enough to borrow for shooting. The result: a colorful, fun, scenic day of posing and shooting. Enjoy.

ROCKO

erikhoward — Sat, 18 Oct 2008 15:51:56 +0000

Fresh off the operating table, Rocko and half of his ears took a few moments to pose for the camera. This is Ben and Juanita’s blue pit. He’s michevious but a good dog. I look forward to seeing his growth through the lens.

SONIC, SPOKES, AND WYATT

erikhoward — Sat, 18 Oct 2008 15:38:51 +0000

One last gathering of the spokes and paint before the cold rushes in. What better location than Sonic, Michigan cruisers’ new sweetheart? Is it just a crush? Only the years ahead will tell but for now the love shared was plenty to attract a small crowd this past Saturday and to keep riders warm through the evening. It was fun with food and friends, and a pleasant surprise: Wyatt brought his photogenic genes out to play! This kid not only has a great smile but is painfully easy to photograph and full of charisma. Jericho and Anna are proud I’m sure. Until next season…

LAS VEGAS – 5 YEAR ANNIVERSARY

erikhoward — Fri, 17 Oct 2008 17:10:16 +0000

While we were in Vegas we renewed our vows in commeration of 5 years together in marriage. The ceremony was small and intimate and sported a backdrop like none other at Red Rock Canyon. Francisco, our host while in Vegas, also was kind enough to serve as the presider over the service and Volo came from LA to take pictures. Special thanks to Adam from Las Vegas Majestics for providing the gorgeous G-Body for photographs after the ceremony. Here are some of the wonderful pictures we received from Volo.

LAS VEGAS – FRANCO FAMILY

erikhoward — Fri, 10 Oct 2008 01:33:27 +0000

Our wonderful hosts! What can I say? Hospitality is spelled F-R-A-N-C-O on the left coast. Being in Vegas the week BEFORE the Super Show has its drawbacks but the time we were able to spend and the new friendships that were forged (between Jill, Volo, Eve, Cisco, and more) more than outweighed the downside to missing the most prestigious lowrider event of the year. Thank you for the opportunity to get to know your beautiful family and for the food, tours, and shopping experiences. This man even presided over our vow renewal service. Thank you again for all the love and we can’t wait to get your guys out here to return the favor.