Alright, buckle up, cause I’m about to spill the beans on this little project I tackled. It’s called “hot bikes hot chicks,” and before you get any funny ideas, it’s all about the photography, man. Photography!
So, the initial idea popped into my head when I was flipping through some old biker magazines. I thought, “Hey, these bikes are badass, but they’re missing something.” And that something, in my humble opinion, was a bit of, shall we say, visual contrast. You get me?
Phase One: Sourcing the Hardware
- First things first, I needed bikes. Real bikes. Not some shiny, showroom-ready stuff. I’m talking about bikes with character, with stories etched into their chrome. I hit up a local biker club – those guys are always up for a good time and, more importantly, they’ve got the machines. After a few rounds of beers (root beer, of course!), I had my rides lined up.
- Next, the location. A dusty backroad, an abandoned warehouse – that kind of vibe. Found a killer spot just outside of town, perfect for that raw, gritty feel.
Phase Two: Finding the… “Talent”
Now, this was the tricky part. I wasn’t looking for supermodels. I wanted real women, women who could rock the biker look without it feeling forced. I put out a call on social media, emphasizing the artistic nature of the project. Got a surprising number of responses. Interviewed a few, and found a couple of ladies who totally got what I was going for. Badass energy, you know?
Phase Three: The Shoot
- The day of the shoot was chaotic, but in a good way. Wrangling bikes, adjusting lighting (natural light mostly, kept it simple), and making sure everyone was comfortable.
- I started with some basic shots, just getting the feel of things. Then, I started playing with different angles, different poses. Tried to capture the essence of the bikes and the attitude of the women.
- Lots of trial and error, lots of “Okay, try this!” and “Hold that pose!”. It was exhausting, but also exhilarating.
Phase Four: Post-Processing
Back in the digital darkroom (my living room), I spent hours going through the photos. Chopped, cropped, tweaked the colors, adjusted the contrast. I wasn’t going for perfection, but for impact. I wanted the images to grab you, to make you feel something.
The Result
After all the sweat and beers (again, root beer!), I ended up with a series of photos that I’m genuinely proud of. They’re not perfect, but they’re real. They capture the spirit of the bikes and the women in a way that I never expected. Will I do it again? Hell yeah! Already planning the next shoot.
So that’s the story of “hot bikes hot chicks.” It was a wild ride, a creative challenge, and a whole lot of fun. Hope you enjoyed the peek behind the curtain.
