Happy New Year!

I wanted to end and begin the year with two men that have worked tirelessly for marriage equality in California. During the brief window last year when gay couples were allowed to get married, my two friends James and Stephen went to city hall in San Francisco with hundreds of other couples and were legally married.  Since then, they have worked hard to make sure ALL gay couples have the same rights and get the opportunity to experience the joy they felt on this day. 

2011 is a big year for Gay rights in this country -  DADT is defeated and new policy will be implemented allowing gay and lesbian soldiers to serve.  And the courts will decide on the constitutionality of Prop 8 here in California.  Even in the midst of defeats, the progress towards eqality is steadily moving forward - thanks to people like James and Stephen, and the thousands of gay and lesbians who have worked so hard. 

Here's to equality in 2011!

From the Archives - Bob

One of my first shoots with Bob - 2008

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Ryan Part III

More of my friend Ryan on his blog - http://directdesire.blogspot.com/

Ryan Part II

A few more from my friend Ryan
you can check out his blogs here - 

http://directdesire.blogspot.com/

http://sfnude.blogspot.com/

Ryan

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An old favorite

Going through some older shoots today I came across a shoot I did many years back with simple hot lights in my studio. A few beers and a good friend or lover to help me out.  This is one of my favorites...

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DJ Craig Gaibler - part 2

DJ Craig Gaibler

Craig is an amazing DJ based in San Francisco and travels all over the country spinning at clubs and events.  He's got the most infectious smile :)  Check out his podcast - DJ CRAIG GAIBLER

Mike - new dad

My friend Mike is personal trainer and a new father of a beautiful baby girl. 

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Kyle King part 2

A few more shots from my friend Kyle King

Miguel

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Bob

I just shot these a few hours ago. Bob is a friend of mine from the gym and I've been photographing him for a few years now. Really sweet guy who takes working out very seriously.  More to come ..

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Race Cooper

COOP! Every time my friend Coop and I get together for a shoot we end up doing something pretty cool. He's a great collaborator and such a wonderful bundle of energy.  He's affectionately "my little brother" and we have a great time when we shoot.  I have tons on images of him, here's a few...more to come.

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Oscar

Oscar is a young model with lots of talent and drive - I'm enjoying watching his portfolio develop!

Chris

I just love this man.  In addition to being super handsome, Chris wears his heart on his sleeve and he's got a really big heart. He always brightens my day... And he gives great hugs. 

I'll post more of Chris this week - www.themaleimage.com

Folsom St. Fair

I love my city! - every year at this time thousands of tourists get off their planes at SFO with suitcases full of leather, jock straps, plushy outfits, doggy masks and push up bra's to take part in the biggest outdoor leather/fetish fair in the world.  They mingle with all of the other tourists; unsuspecting families from the mid-west, business people and foreigners who undoubtedly know of San Francisco's reputation but have no idea that this past weekend was the high-holy-day of fetish.  SO, they get on the buses and subways to go sight seeing and they are surrounded by wonderful freaks of all kinds. It makes me laugh and feel bad for them at the same time; they clutch their children or shield their eyes - "Mommy, I can see that man's butt!" 

I don't normally bring my camera (I prefer to participate) but I thought I'd go out later in the day to capture some the 'tamer' side of the fair...

Smart is so Sexy

My friend "C" came to me with this idea and we collaborated a few years back to create these images for his blog and web site.  He's a various reader, incredibly smart and fearless.  I think smart is very sexy...

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