Steampunk
I've always been interested in fringe culture and people who are passionate about certain stylistic lifestyles. Steampunks celebrate a craftsmanship, attention to detail and visually stimulating wardrobe mashup of Victorian elegance and industrial ingenuity. As a photographer, I could relate to their compulsion for uniqueness.
I think these particular shots personify what the Steampunk movement is all about - individuality, craftsmanship and immunity to age, gender, orientation and race.
Living in NYC, there's no shortage of characters and inspiration. I'd been interested in photographing Steampunk culture for a while and there was a large Anachronism event held at the legendary Webster Hall. A few emails and phone calls later, I was at the event conducting portrait sessions. Sometimes, it's just that easy.