MM 1.
How do you make a client feel comfortable in front of the camera?
BM 1.
I think I make clients comfortable in front of the camera by just being myself. I am very laid back, and we have a good time chatting. I play music on my famous Jukebox, which adds to the mood and atmosphere in the studio. I talk to the clients during the shoot and discuss what they need and their interests.
MM 2.
What makes your jukebox famous?
BM 2.
I have excellent taste in music. lol! And I take it on location. It looks like an old fashioned jukebox…people love it.
MM 3.
What do you think are the essential characteristics of a successful photographer?
BM 3.
Essential characteristics are, of course, having a good eye, and knowledge of lighting. Expensive equipment is not so important. As long as you have the eye and feel. My favorite quote from the actress Shelly Winters. “A good cameraman captures our face, a great one, our souls”
MM-4.
What equipment and tools are vital for you specifically to have, no matter where you are photographing?
BM-4 .
My equipment is not so important to getting what I achieve. But I do love my Canon cameras and trusty Dynalite lights that have been with me for over 30 years
MM-5.
What details do you enjoy focusing on in your work?
BM-5.
The details I focus on are making my clients happy, and giving them exactly what they need. When I show them the first few photos that I take, and see the look of excitement and happiness on their face, …that is everything.
MM-6.
What professional photographers have influenced your work?
BM- 6.
I am heavily influenced by old Hollywood. I love George Hurrel photos. I also love great portrait photographers like Scavullo, Richard Avedon, Herb Ritts, etc.
MM-7.
What made you to get into photography? Specifically headshots over other types of photography?
BM-7.
I first got into photography through my love of music. I was not talented enough to become a musician, but I realized I had an eye of capturing musicians. I started my career as a rock and roll photographer. Then I tried my hand in fashion and beauty. I kinda fell into my speciality and niche when I realized headshots was my passion.
MM-8.
What musicians have you photographed?
BM-8.
I have photographs many celebrities, to mentioned few ~ Michael Jackson , BB king, Stevie Ray Vaugn, Aerosmith, Robert Plant, Sammy Davis Jr, Miles davis, Rolling Stones , U2…
MM8.
How long have you been doing this?
BM8.
I have been on my own since 1986.
Thank you Barry. It was a pleasure talking to you.