Virginia Team33!
Eazy-D was born on a rainy morning in the sultry July heat of 1978. His mother fondly recalls the day with a tale of going into labor while watching Roadrunner cartoons. On the ride home, "We Are the Champions" played on the radio and the two speechless parents wondered what this child's future would be.
Chronological list of Inspirations Leading to the Development of Eazy-D:
1) His Mom's Band 2) Children of the Corn 3) La Bamba 4) "Sweet Child of Mine" 5) Lost Boys
6) Black Sabbath 7) The Buddy Holly Story 8) Slick Rick 9) The Ramones 10) His Mom teaching how to play "House of the Rising Sun" on the guitar
All this has led Eazy-D to be a distinguished local artist and writer as well as the lead singer/songwriter/guitarist and founding member of the barcore pint rockers, Jackmove. Eazy-D is available for contact on MySpace and Facebook.
Kelsey Ball is somewhat of a mixed breed. Born in the USA and raised in the tropical island of Bermuda, she has a unique perspective on music, culture and life in general. She graduated from the University of Virginia with a double major in Psychology and Music and she was an active hip-hop dancer, musician and writer in her community. Having begun the violin at age 3 and the flute at age 8, music has always been an integral part of her life. While her music tastes are diverse, ranging from avant-garde minimalism to hip hop and r&b, her true passion is for reggae and dancehall. Interestingly, she plans to ultimately pursue a career in forensic psychology and mental health counseling, but she has no doubt that the arts will continue to play a central role in her life.
Adam Gripp started off as a small-town kid with big-time visions. While he listens to and enjoys every kind of music, his major musical influences are centered around hip-hop. With an ultramagnetic attraction to all things artistic, he has been drawing his entire life in an attempt to capture and interpret some of the beautifully striking aspects of the world. Also, he's set out on a life-long quest to learn the way of the six-string. His secret weapons include, but are not limited to: his brain, his beard, sharpies, and Kuma the Siberian Husky. Current positions consist of digital lead at Barnes & Noble and man-at-arts with the Blackwater Art Society. Quiet at times, a rioter of rhymes. Undiscovered, undefined, undercover, underlined. In love with Mother Nature, he is a World Warrior representing Virginia and the 80s.
Brandon is a native of the Richmond area, having lived here for the past 15 years. He attended Longwood University where he received a Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science. Brandon’s dream has always been to get into the music industry, and he decided that his love for writing and music would be the perfect foot in the door. Brandon enjoys going to as many show as possible and has a strong desire to see local bands succeed. Seeing both local and mainstream bands is the best way to truly enjoy their music, and Brandon wants to bring the whole experience of seeing a live show to the loyal readers of Magazine33.
Cassandra is an aspiring writer and an enthusiast of words, music, and traveling. By the age of five she lived in Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Iceland. Four years later, she moved to upstate New York, where she embraced her inspiration to write. She has since attended Jefferson Community College while working on her Associates in Business Administration and Eastern Nazarene College to work on her Bachelors in English. She joined the U.S. Navy in 2006, and serves in Norfolk as an IT. She has published poetry at a very young age, performed in readings for her college open mic nights, and is now taking on the art of journalism and screenplay writing as well as traveling Europe and the Middle East. An assortment of music has served as inspiration to this young writer. Artists include everyone from Louis Armstrong, John Legend, and J. Holiday to Atreyu, Sublime, 30 Seconds to Mars, and Journey. Her eclectic collection of writings is comprised of authors such as F. Scott Fitzgerald, Nicholas Sparks, Walt Whitman, and Simon R. Green. Cassandra maintains her stride towards her passion for writing and hopes to be an addition to her assorted collection of authors someday.
Dan AKA is a resident Rude Boy engulfed in the world of ska and reggae local to Virginia Beach. He has traveled the entire East Coast seeking out local shows that peek his musical interest and investing a large amount of time into his passion of music.
David Brunson is a Fredericksburg local, born in 1994. He spent two years living in the Bahamas in his early childhood and enjoys spending his summers in Costa Rica. He began playing piano in first grade but discovered his true passion for music in the sixth grade when he first picked up the guitar. He is involved in both his school music program and the local music scene. This includes playing guitar in the James Monroe jazz band and his own band the Bassic Needs. His interests include traveling, surfing, writing, relaxing, and of course, music.
Dillon Frye received a Bachelor's of English from the University of Mary Washington and is eager to write for Magazine33. When it comes to music, Dillon is all about the past. He usually enjoys the classics he grew up with, such as eighties bands like Squeeze, Tears for Fears, the Kinks, and Split Enz. Throughout adolescence, he's grown a taste for bands such as Tool, Nine Inch Nails, Pinback, Ween, Captain Beefheart, Davie Bowie, and James Brown. Dillon looks forward to discovering some new music within the Fredericksburg and Richmond scenes.
Born in the mid 80s, Grant has an appetite for everything rock and metal. Spending most of his grade school days in his bed room listening to heavy metal and playing guitar, he's got a deep knowledge for the seemingly endless array of genres that make up heavy metal and rock music. Furthermore, a journalism degree from Virginia Commonwealth University and a position as a music director and DJ at Richmond Indie Radio provides him with some priceless experience to be a member of the music press.
A former American Studies major at Humboldt-University in Berlin, Janika moved to Lynchburg about six years ago – along with her husband, a local barber and musician, and their then 8-month-old son. Since receiving her B.A. in English from Sweet Briar College in 2010, the German native has been writing and translating for various websites and publications. On weekends, she also edits obituaries for the News and Advance. Though blessed with no musical talents of her own, Janika considers herself a tremendously skilled listener and hopes that, eventually, her husband’s mad guitar and vocal skills will rub off. In the meantime, she enjoys playing tennis and tries to get off her ass whenever convenience allows it.
“Confidence is from believing in yourself, and ambition is from your personal strength.” These are the words spoken from a true go-getter by the name of Jasmin Jamison. She was born in Olongapo, Philippines, January 6, 1986. At six months, she moved to Philadelphia and then finally settled in Virginia Beach where she spent most of her life. A self-proclaimed “Blasian,” she is mixed with Black and Filipino and embraces both sides which she claims define who she is. She graduated from Old Dominion University in 2009 with a degree in Fashion Merchandising and a minor in Marketing. Her drive for fashion and music comes from the desire of learning the art and breathing it as if it were her life. She also gained passion for music from her brother and local rapper, Intalek, whom she claims “is her best friend and the reason why she loves hip-hop so much.” Her main focus is to bring Virginia music to the forefront and stand tall in mainstream media and claim its mark as a force to be reckoned with. “Virginia hip-hop is big...why not share it with the world and let it bring forth something spectacular?!”
Jenn Harrington has lived in Texas, Germany, and Pennsylvania, but currently calls Richmond, Virginia home. She has been inseparable from a camera from a young age and is currently freelancing in the Virginia area doing portraits, commercial work, and music photography. Jenn graduated from Penn State University in 2008 and enjoys horseback riding, traveling, and music of all kinds.
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John Hart was born in Arlington, Virginia in 1986. Since purchasing his first CD at the age of seven (Coolyhighharmony, Boyz II Men), John has had a love affair with all things music. After two failed attempts at a young age to play the piano, John engulfed himself in listing to, discussing, and enjoying all types of music. Making the trip across the Potomac was easy, and so from his early teens on, John spent as much time as possible in Washington DC taking in live shows. He attended the University of Mary Washington where he co-hosted the show "Title Track" for WMWC. Currently John is working and taking classes in Fredericksburg.
Michael Cohen catapulted into this world via the Lone Star State during the cute baby shortage of ’78, and thus ended the crisis. He then went on the military brat world tour, laying his hat down in Japan, Alaska, Florida, Virginia, and now watches the sun set in Washington D.C. He’s been known to mumble in his sleep “I’m hip-hop ‘til I die.” With a passion for arts and entertainment, Michael has produced his own public access television show, has been beaten up as a small time hustler on HBO’s “The Wire,” and writes screenplays in his spare time.
Mike Blackmore, a Fredericksburg native and D.C. dadaist, is a graduate of the University of Virginia and is cultivating a career based upon Audio Culture. He is specifically focusing on arts administration, writing, DJing, production, and photography. When Mike Blackmore is not globe trotting or offending church elders, he is working on his campaigns for 2012 that are a tandem gonzo blitz for both House of Representatives Elect for District 1 and Miss Virginia (a very pretty girl from UVA ran for Miss Virginia and it made Mike jealous). Mike Blackmore is allergic to church, children and commitment, but likes strong coffee and vodka.
Monet Freeman hails from Virginia Beach and has her roots dug deep into music. Most of her childhood was spent singing in the church choir Voices of Tomorrow in elementary school and chorus in middle school. By the time she reached high school she found that her calling was not in the spotlight but behind the scenes. Finding comfort in journalism, she began to write poetry and raps to help cope with the growing pains of life. Now she has found that the best way to find herself is in the service of others, thus leading her to aid the exposure of others who are finding their way in the music industry. With her loves of fashion, cosmetology, photography, writing and music, she feels there is no better way to live than with her heart planted in hip-hop.
Olivia Felo came of age in the Salem, Oregon, music scene, where a spirit of experimentation unified a variety of music fans in support of the underground. She sees a similar phenomenon in her new home of Lynchburg as an alternative identity emerges through the cracks of a youth culture paved by Jerry Falwell. Olivia will give anything a listen but gets most turned on by danceable music that pushes the envelope. Holding a B.A. in English from Randolph College, she has the highest respect for the written word and the knuckle tats to prove it. As a writer for Magazine33 Olivia seeks to reveal the raw sincerity of a community on the brink.
Onofrio Castiglia is a freelance writer of many disciplines. While not in school, he enjoys studying politics, philosophy, agriculture, history, and attends more than his fair share of movies and live music. A self-declared culture fanatic and experience seeker, Onofrio has worked to produce films, commercials and websites. He has written several books and plans to continue doing so indefinitely. He lives in Richmond, Virginia.
Rachel had an epiphany during work one day and decided to walk out of the gray cubicle maze into a new and exciting career as a coffeehouse lounger and freelance writer. She decided that there was no amount of money in the world that could convince her to go back to corporate America, so she combined her love of reading, music, and writing to become a poor, starving artist-type. She has never been happier and will never look back. She prefers an honest and simplistic low drama life. She loves her family, God, friends, and her Shih-Tzu Daisy, and not necessarily in that order. Her musical roots were formed in the days of the Commodores, Chicago, Barry White, The Isley Brothers, and later, Luther Vandross. She now enjoys all kinds of music but tends to gravitate towards Christian rock and local indie bands.
Ryan Mason was born in Hampton in 1989. He grew up listening to the generic bands on the radio before discovering classic rock and expanding his horizons. Now you'll find him listening to just about anything, from Pink Floyd to the Sound of Animals Fighting. Naturally this lead to him playing music himself, and he is the proud owner of a Gibson SG and a 5-string bass guitar. Unfortunately, he sucks at them both, but hey, there is always Magazine33! Some other bands he likes are Stiff Little Fingers, the Velvet Underground, Bob Dylan, Incubus, Hendrix, Lamb of God, the Doors and Gorillaz.
As a writer and researcher with a Fashion Industry background, Sarah Freiseis enjoys utilizing her various networks in collaborative efforts in related fields. After living full-time in New York City, she began dividing her time as a freelancer between several cities along the east coast. Sarah currently works from Richmond, Virginia, where she writes copy in art, media, marketing, and promotional support positions for local businesses and actively covers local issues and events for various media outlets. She has traveled extensively throughout Europe for both professional and personal purposes and speaks fluent German. In adding Magazine33 to her repertoire, she is excited to merge her love of music and the local Richmond scene with her writing.
Stephanie currently resides in the traffic-congested areas of Northern Virginia. Constantly thirsty for all types of music (except smooth jazz), everything from Frank Sinatra to Bob Dylan to M.I.A. can be found on her iPod. She attended college in Richmond where she was a DJ at Richmond Indie Radio and worked for an independent record label. She is self-taught in piano and guitar and has been a passionate street teamer, concert goer and music discoverer…also passionate about drinking and hookah smoking. She is co-owner of an awesome company that makes custom promo products (need music swag?). Currently tailored toward political candidates, she hopes one day to expand it in order to serve artists and organizations in the music industry (TheBlueDeal.com).
Thibaud, who has been making music since the 4th grade, strongly believes that quality does not always flow from an expected source. Bands that satisfy you one moment can disappoint you the next. "Good music", and good art in general, is that which moves you. Because of this, everything that is good is subjective. Great music can come from anywhere and anyone, even the expectantly bleak mainstream mammoths. Most importantly, Thibaud strives for diversity in his passions; not only listening to different music, but writing poetry, fiction, screenplays, and reviews, as well as working to become a respected photographer, and dreams of ultimately combining all his talents in the cinema industry. With his love for writing, music, and detail, Thibaud attempts to give you his honest opinion of what moves him in hopes that he can in turn move others with what he has found.
His name is Tom Ass. All that matters to him is that you support local unsigned bands that are busting their asses to make the scene all it can be and once was. He's a Virginia Beach local who has been playing guitar for 16 years and has dabbled in EVERY GENRE OF MUSIC! He's played in local bands for the last 10 years including punk, reggae, metal, alternative, rap and (though he hates to admit it) cover bands. Everyone makes mistakes I guess. He has made his home for the last 5 years as a member of DHH (David Hasselhoff's Haircut).
A note from the Man himself: "I hope you enjoy my stories cause they are straight out of the horse's mouth. Please support local music, and don't let the radio and internet tell you what is 'cool.' Decide for yourself and let the music be your guide. Hope to see you at a show sometime soon.
Love,
Tom Ass"
Although originally from Marion Junction, Alabama, Helen has been living in Virginia for the last three years because she absolutely loves the Blue Ridge Mountains. She attended Emory and Henry College in Emory, Virginia, gaining a degree in Philosophy and Psychology. Helen moved to Charlottesville on a whim because of the unique music scene, interest in the food and wine Industry, and the desire to incorporate music into her professional aspirations. She is looking forward to listening to an array of eclectic music, observing the local talent, and meeting some interesting people while working with the Magazine33 team! See you around town ...
Chris is a Founding Partner of Magazine33 and is a visionary force that largely conceptualized the seed of what is now known as Magazine33. He grew up in the small town of Reedville, Virginia. Soon thereafter he spread his wings and traveled across the country, finding a guitar, friends that became family, and spiritual guidance along the way. Since returning to Virginia, his life continues to be full of love, music, personal revelations, and success. Look out world, Chris and VPs Ben and Helen have an expansion compulsion - so look for Magazine33 all around the country and the globe soon!!!
Heather grew up all over the place, and still has that traveling jones, which she satiates whenever feasible. She is a Founding Partner of Magazine33, helping to conceptualize the seed of the vision, shape the concept, work behind the scenes, and continues with overseeing and developing the day-to-day operations of the 33 phenomenon. She is excited, thrilled and amazed at the people who have come together to make the Magazine33 vision a reality and positive force in the world. She has noticed that Magazine33 is a like a phenomenal people magnet, attracting team members full of positive energy and deep talents, and is thoroughly enjoying the quest and the challenge of shaping this media sensation with Team33 and her husband Chris, and it's direction into ever clearer and stronger paths. Here we go! ....
The Wolfe was born to a small litter in the mountains of West Virginia and transplanted to suburban Virginia Beach in the iconic year of 1984. Left to the public school system, he soon became immersed in the varied subcultures of suburbia. Quickly he became a connoisseur of the rich substrata of disaffected youth in post-Reagan America. Having to leave corporate tool-hood behind, the Wolfe prowls the silent alleyways in search of the next great spark of local music - the incendiary device that will reignite creativity in a music world gone wrong (apparently in the throes of Bieber Fever).
And other fun facts ...
Age: 33
Place of Birth: Parkersburg, West Virginia
Gender: Raoul Duke
Religion: Gonzo
Likes: Good music. Drinking. Smoking.
Dislikes: Ignorance. People who take themselves too seriously. People who say "I just wanted to touch bases with you." It's "base" asshole, not a baseball reference.
When Desiree was five, she attempted to write her first poem, and has been writing feverishly ever since. Originally from Indianapolis, Indiana and currently residing in Central Virginia, Desiree is a freelance writer, editor, and consultant, and owns a digital marketing agency, Rock.Paper.Web Studios, as well as an insurance content writing website, InsuranceInkwell.com. Desiree attended Sweet Briar College, and in 2003, her first poetry book, 'Sensibly Lacking Roses' was published. Desiree loves the theatre as well, and has enjoyed time both on and off the stage, and also regularly works with film productions, in front of the camera as well as behind the scenes. She has been a longtime advocate for arts education, and is an active volunteer for Americans for the Arts. When she's not working, she loves being a 'dog mommy' to her incredibly smart, sweet, and beautiful Pekingese, 'Matilda Ming', listening to sad indie music, and reading, especially sad memoirs. Although Desiree's musical ability has never extended past musical theatre, she is a fan of music, particularly rock, and is hoping to help Central Virginia continue to cultivate a thriving local music scene.
Robin Marschak was born and raised in Richmond, VA. After a brief attempt at attending an engineering school in Claremont, CA he returned home to study English at VCU, an endeavour he is currently still engaged in. One thing that has remained unchanging throughout his life is a love of music. He was raised on local bands such as the Ululating Mummies and Dogs New Clothes as well as more classic mainstream bands such as the Beatles and the Grateful Dead. As a teen his tastes shifted towards the punk scene and bands such as TSOL, Operation Ivy, and Rancid, and while he maintains a deep love of this style of music he has broadened his listening palette quite a bit in recent years especially into the realms of country and old time music. His favorite bands currently are Popebear, a blues-funk fusion band out of Pasadena, CA, the Hot Seats, a string band from Richmond, and the No BS! Brass Band, also from Richmond. As far as more national acts go he tries to catch shows by bands like Umphrey's McGee, Old Crow Medicine Show, and the Belleville Outfit whenever possible.
Andrew is originally from Boston, but has spent equal time in Richmond and considers both home. He graduated VCU with a B.A. in English and looks forward to seeing if his degree will be worth a damn. While attending Northeastern University, Andrew began covering music for the Zig-Zag Live website and tour campaign, which won him the undying affection of Bostonians because of his access to free rolling papers. He is fortunate enough to have parents with great taste in music and owes much of his musical sensibilities to them. Some of his favorites include the Beatles, the Clash, My Morning Jacket, Mastodon, Mission of Burma, all 70s R&B, and anything that can be considered "outlaw." Other hobbies include food, guitar, whiskey, hiking, Boston sports, and maintaining his beginner-level fish tank.
Adam Lee Ecobichon, Ohio born and Virginia Beach local, has been mimicking voices since the age of 3 and has been cartooning since he could pick up a pencil. Doing stand up comedy has also helped Adam to hone his ability to become a cartoon in order to channel his imagination into his many characters. Being a father makes him even more dedicated to his craft. A professional voice actor and cartoonist, Adam has created a world for himself that has opened many doors into the universe of the animated realm. He looks forward to many future endeavors including video game developing, business owning, animating, and advertising.
Cartoonist Jason Nocera had his first comic strip published in his weekly hometown paper when he was only 15 years old. Now, over 20 years later, he has seen his work published in national and international magazines, newspapers and websites. In addition to comic strips, Jason designs cartoon logos, cartoons for packaging, humorous spot illustration and more.
Before becoming a full-time cartoonist, Jason worked on Corporate Design materials for 11 years and for a Gag Gift and Novelty company for 4 years. You can see more of Jay's artistry at NicheCartoons.com.
Christine Stoddard is a writer and interdisciplinary artist who employs her words in the realms of poetry, prose, film, theatre, collage, and comics. Her art and writing have been published in multiple venues, including literary journals from Grinnell College, Howard University, Virginia Commonwealth University, George Mason University, and the University of Arkansas, as well as in books by Candlewick Press and Sabella Press. Christine has also won recognition from USA Today, The Poetry Society of Virginia, The Washington Post, the Virginia Cable Telecommunications Association, the International Cinematographer's Guild, and other companies and organizations. Her 'zines also appear in the permanent collections of Barnard College and DePaul University. Previously, Christine has interned for several arts and media companies, including the Smithsonian American Art Museum and The Washington Post. Christine is also the founder of the Greater Washington Indie Arts Festival (formerly the Neo-Indie Arts Festival). Currently she is studying Cinema (film studies and production) and English with minors in Creative Writing and French at VCU Arts in Richmond, Virginia. To learn more about Christine and her creative projects, visit ChristineStoddard.com.
Jeff is no stranger to Virginia’s thriving music scene. He spent the 80’s in Richmond’s Fan district where he managed a record store and worked as a music critic for a local underground newspaper. Jeff later worked in A & R for several independent labels and as a booking agent for some of Southwest and Central Virginia’s most popular acts.
Jeff currently lives in Forest, Virginia where he works as a freelance photographer while finishing up degrees in English Literature with an emphasis on Creative Writing and Communication Studies at Randolph College. His award-winning photography can be seen in many regional and national publications. He is currently working on a poetry collection and tribute to the late photographer Ralph Meatyard. In his spare time, Jeff likes to play slide blues for his cat Ginger on a vintage Regal resonator guitar.
An international photojournalist originating from Westville, South Africa, Ryan has made his mark here in America by exposing reality on his journeys from NYC to Philly, Asheville, and Ireland. Currently residing in Richmond City, he has obtained his American Citizenship after a long grueling journey of paperwork and questions. He has always been an artist and discovered being a photographer by taking thousands of photographs of himself for Myspace. Ryan's life goal is to travel the world exploring the unexplored with his camera educating people on the beauty of human interaction and Mother Nature.
Aleksandra recently graduated from National Academy of Theatre and Film Art in Sofia, Bulgaria, and just moved to Rockville, Maryland. Photography is her world. Back in Bulgaria, she was working for one of the best photography studios around. She had the chance to work for lifestyle and extreme magazines. Trying to capture emotions, Aleks loves to shoot portraits. Everything that excites and provokes her you can see in her photography. She believes that music makes people see more clearly the senses, that it makes you see pictures. See hers here: Zlexi.Blogspot.com.
Born in southern Ohio and relocated to Chester, Virginia at the age of ten, Chandler ran away at 18, joined the Navy and saw the world. Following twelve-and-half years of service, he settled in Norfolk, graduating from Old Dominion University in 1995 with a BA in American history. He currently finds himself back in Richmond after a seven year road trip covering nine states with two of the last three years in the birthplace of rock and roll and the home of blues: Memphis, Tennessee. This was a home where he could walk out on his balcony on a warm summer's night and hear the outdoor musicians on Beale Street. Chandler has enjoyed print publication in several different books and magazines.
Some of the bands he has photographed over the past four years include, in no particular order but their own (deep breath now): Amy LaVere, Blues Traveler, Chris Robinson Brotherhood, Drive-By Truckers, Edward Sharp & the Magnetic Zeros, Flesh Mountain Boys, Grace Potter & the Nocturnals, Hillbilly Casino, Jeff Beck, Kaleidoscope, Lucero, Mouserocket, North Mississippi All-Stars, Organ Thief, Preston Shannon, Ruth Foster, Sharon Jones & the Dap Kings, Tora Tora, University of Memphis Faculty Jazz Band, Victor Wainwright & the Wildroots, Widespread Panic, and Zoogma, (inhale).
"I was fortunate in Memphis to meet Catrina Guttery from the Memphis Music Foundation who basically--through her introductions--handed me the keys to a lot of doors. Allowing me the opportunity to meet and photograph a large number of bands live, in the studio, and backstage. Without her prodding I'd still be shooting plants and such." His current tally stands at 271 bands documented through his lens, and that tally grows weekly.
You can see Chandler's complete band collection here. You can also visit his blog Area Code Greetings to see more of who and what he has been photographing.
Kat is currently living in Fredericksburg. She is a senior finishing up her degree in Studio Art with a concentration in Photography at the University of Mary Washington. Having spent most of her life in Africa (in places such as Nairobi, Kenya, Windhoek, Namibia, Luanda, Angola and Pretoria, South Africa) with an avid photographer as a father, she has had some amazing photographic opportunities and has been no further than an arms-length away from a camera since she can remember. She enjoys playing classical guitar, which she picked up when she was 13-years-old, and loves listening to all kinds of music but is a metalhead at heart.
Born in Okinawa, Japan, in 1977, in the eye of a hurricane (no joke, really during a hurricane), the world was graced with the bizarre presence of Michael Bailey. Educated in Scotland as a wee lad and then on to Florida and back again to Great Britain before once again returning to the States, Michael Bailey was well-traveled at an early age. From his home base in Virginia Beach, Bailey has ventured out on a quest for the finest in art, film, and, of course, photography. Back now from an 8-year stint in the Army, he is aspiring to bring his art to the world through his unique vision (as seen through the lens of his trusty camera).
SuzyQ, passionate and free spirited sagittarius. Born and raised in Virginia Beach to a tight-knit military family, learning the value of hard work and discipline at an early age. Her passion for photography goes back to the age of four when she recieved her first camera, a 35mm film Kodak Tele Instamatic 608. As she grew she found love for music, art, nature and people, and travelled throughout the U.S. cultivating and defining herself. She currently resides in the home she grew up in with her family and continues to follow the reality of her dream coming true.
Robert Hambrick is from Hickory, North Carolina, but now lives in Richmond, Virginia and travels the Carolinas shooting pictures and listening to music. He’s been shooting pictures and traveling the world for over 33 years. He began shooting bands and performers 8 years ago.
Robert has a wide array of musical interests from country to folk to bluegrass, to blues and R&B. And while he can’t carry a tune in a bucket, he knows talent when presented by others. He hopes to find those who deserve a shot and bring them to everyone’s attention so they can enjoy the music, too. So shooting local performers in Virginia and the Carolinas is now another outlet for his photographic musings, and writing about it all will be a challenge he hopes will expand his outlook on life.
Travis wanders the Northside streets, snapping photos and siphoning gas from Hummers in a desperate attempt at feeding his fierce addiction to, as he puts it, "fast lenses and faster women," a quote his wife will no doubt have something to say about when he gets home. (In)formally trained at B&N School of the Arts (i.e. the Barnes and Noble photography aisle), Travis takes his show on the road whenever he can as an assistant to several local photographers. You can see his work - the good and the terrible - at Flickr.com/mtEly.
Abby has a degree in Photojournalism and Anthropology from Ohio University; however, music has always been a part of her life. The Appalachian culture of South East Ohio has really shaped her personality; whether she is riding motorcycles, horses or her bicycle, she always remains true to herself and others. You can see some of her more recent music photos at NPR where she shot many of their Tiny Desk Concerts while doing some temp work.
Chris currently resides in Charlottesville, Virginia. He attended the University of Montana where he found photography amidst his studies in Fine Art. He then studied at the Rocky Mountain School of Photography in beautiful Missoula, Montana. At RMSP his focus was on Editorial, Documentary, and Fine Art Photography. His specialties now include commercial, editorial, portrait, and abstract fine art photography. Chris enjoys covering music events as well as photographing both local and destination weddings. He also does team and individual portraits for children's sports. Additionally, volunteering his time, he works with Help Portrait, an organization that aims to give back to those who are less fortunate during the holiday season. You can view samples of his work at ChrisPPhotography.com
James has been an avid music enthusiast and photographer since childhood. At age nine, he attended his first concert with his parents, seeing Phil Collins at the Sky Dome in Toronto. He would consistently be found playing in his father's darkroom, but has received little formal training in his art. For James, the fusion of photography and music occurred after leaving college to tour extensively across the country. James has returned to Richmond to finish his degree in Political Science and is an active force in the music scene. The beginnings of his comprehensive library of local and national acts can be found on his website: RichmondImage.com.
Kerri Killion has lived in the Hampton Roads area for the majority of her life. Her curiosity and creativity always had her viewing the world through different eyes. She was immediately drawn to the artistic side of life. An artist and writer, Kerri found herself interested in photography at a young age. Soon viewing the world through her camera became second nature. In 2007, she started Inner Vision Artistry as a way to show her photography to the world.
Her love for music including punk, metal, psychobilly, and hardcore naturally led her to an interest in band photography. This journey has now led her to Magazine33.
Originally from Long Island, New York, Ryan has been primarily raised in the Fredericksburg, Virginia area since 1993. After high school, he bounced around from Richmond, Charlottesville, Nags Head and Long Island before settling back down in Fredericksburg in ought five with a new appreciation and appetite for what the town has to offer. He has worked loading train cars, processing photos, delivering pizzas, selling used cars, selling koi, and spent five years in special education. He is currently working at a few downtown bars. Ryan loves to document life on film, and is exceptionally passionate about capturing the energy present at live shows. He enjoys exploring boundaries, be they artistic, geographical, philosophical, or social. A few of Ryan's favorite artists are Saul Williams, Queens of the Stone Age, Glassjaw, Every Time I Die, Incubus, Red Hot Chili Peppers, A Perfect Circle, Alien Ant Farm, Nine Inch Nails, Deftones, and of course, Parliament. He now loathes writing in third person.
Scott is a photo enthusiast that has taken a hobby to the level of obsession. He began shooting local bands seriously in early 2009. While Scott's style continues to develop, he favors tight shots charged with the energy and emotion that can only be found in a live performance. His portfolio can be viewed at his online gallery at BakerStreetPhoto.com.
Stefany is a native of Central Virginia. She has been avidly pursuing photography for the last three years, with her first year of business marked in earlhy 2010. She is currently finishing a degree in Photography through a local college and will then pursue graphic design. She is a mother, wife, sister, art lover, music enthusiast, photographer, child at heart, but most of all … a lover of life …
Stephen Conyers was born in Henrico County, Virginia. He attended Hermitage High School where he was a member of the school's yearbook for three years. Becoming Editor-In-Chief his senior year, Stephen had a vision to create a top-notch book that the school would be proud of. Stephen became interested in photography in his first year on the yearbook staff and basically self-taught himself the many aspects of a camera and its parts. Also a former member of the Hermitage Marching Panthers, he played both trombone and keyboard percussion. Stephen loves just about every genre of music, having been to many concerts, including the Doors, Three Dog Night, and even the Richmond Symphony. He also really enjoys discovering artists who are not mainstream, but have a unique sound. Ronald Jenkees is his favorite independent artist. He also loves to travel and has been to many cities across the country, from Washington, D.C. to Las Vegas.
Thomasina Metts is a professional photographic artist with more than ten years of experience with weddings, fine art portraiture and journalistic capture. She studied photojournalism at Liberty University and apprenticed under Master Photographers in the Fredericksburg, Virginia area. In 2001, she opened her first studio in Stafford, Virginia.
Thomasina's art has been published in magazines and displayed in galleries around the USA. She now resides in the mountains of Virginia and works out of her studio in downtown Lynchburg.
Ben was born in Pittsburgh during the summer of 1983 (the year Roxy Music disbanded). He has since inhabited Chicago, New York, and several Virginia cities including Richmond, where he prefers to spend the majority of his time. His interest in music sparked at age three when he began taking piano lessons. A passion for theatre and film would soon follow; he was known for acting in high school and college productions while focusing on the independent film scene in Richmond. Nowadays, you're likely to catch him at a bar in the Fan or commuting to Fredericksburg where he works as a high school teacher/behavior specialist. Ben enjoys a variety of music - some longtime favorite musicians/bands include: Tom Waits, Elvis Costello, the Doors, the Isley Brothers, Buddy Guy, Tom Petty, David Bowie, and George Clinton.
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