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02.21.12 Shooting for YOU ARE HERE 2: SHOOT A COP was a challenging experience that forced me to go back to my old neighborhood to see if I could shoot the experiences I had growing up in Lennox, CA. Unfortunately the hood was fairly quiet the entire month we had to shoot police officers. At times I found myself following them like they did to me years earlier. Ultimately I ended up going with my original idea of shooting a model dressed as a cop. This took me out of my comfort zone more so than shooting strangers as for the first time i was going to use a model. My friend Lea donned the Sheriff outfit and did a great job conveying exactly what I wanted. Opening night of the exhibit I was nervous of the reaction I was going to get but everyone was positive and enjoyed what I turned in. A big thank you goes to Rinzi, Jordan and Jacob for yet another opportunity to shoot for the Think Tank Gallery.
08.27.12 Very excited to be have been invited to the beta version of Iconify. What Iconify does is turn your photography portfolio into a downloadable app for your iPhone or Android device. You can check out my portfolio (which is a work in progress) on your mobile device by going to iconify.co/erinxavier Check it out, let me know what you think!
08.26.12 Last night was a great night of fun, photography and friends. It was Eric Kim’s last night in Los Angeles (at least for a long while) and we wanted to celebrate with him. Eric has inspired and motivated us all to continue the legacy of Street Photography and I would like to thank him for all of his wisdom. He opened a lot of us up to this art form. Thanks again Eric.
03.05.12 Busy week! First off come out for March’s Downtown LA Art Walk and check out the new exhibit at the Hatakeyama Gallery featuring the work of Sean Armenta. Also, this weekend I am very excited to be attending the Bellamy Hunt (aka Japan Camera Hunter) and Rinzi Ruiz workshop downtown. Can’t wait to get on the streets with both and soak up as much as possible.
01.24.12 From the Hatakeyama Gallery: We’re officially on the Downtown LA Art Walk! Come out to Downtown Los Angeles on the 2nd Thursday of each month for the Art Walk. We’re now listed on their website, but waiting for our number to be assigned and our placement on their map. February 9th we will feature a new Street Photography exhibit with local photographers: Dana Barshun, Chris Camargo, Joel Sheiner, David Valera, Elizabeth Wang-Lee, Erin Xavier and Eric Kim. Click here of more info.
01.20.12 I made the LA Times Southern California Moments picture of the day today with a photo of my Boston Terrier, Phoenix! Click here to check it out! :)
11.27.11 Hope everyone enjoyed their Thanksgiving, I definitely did and it shows. LOL. I just wanted to invite everyone out to the grand opening of the Hatakeyama Gallery on December 10th @ 5pm. Come out and join me and various up and coming Street Photographers! The gallery is @ 905 S. Hill Street Los Angeles, CA 90015. See you there!
10.25.11 We’re coming down to the final days of the exhibit so if you haven’t made the trip, DO IT! Closing night will be THIS Saturday from 7pm to 11pm. Hope to see you all there… again! :)
10.13.11 Hope to see everyone come out and support Street Photography tonight at Think Tank Gallery’s YOU ARE HERE event starting at 7pm! A lot of talented people will be showcased. It’s going to be a fun night. erin-x
