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McDaniel Farm Dancers

We took 5 dancers to a most unusual park in Gwinnett County, north of Atlanta. It is a beautiful farm with old restored buildings, gardens, streams, and wooded areas.
Jessia Collado joined us from Houston Ballet as well as Jody Blevins, another graduate of Gwinnett Ballet Theatre.
I used a Canon 5D at ISO 200 and a Canon 24-105 f4L IS Lens. I used 5 foot gold and white reflectors for most shots with flash fill for a few.
Lisa Sheppard-Robson art directed and was able to bring out the beauty of these incredible artist athletes.

Kiley Casciano	Jessica Collado	Jody Blevins	Jessica Collado
Jody Blevins	Jessica Collado	Nancy Casciano	Jessica Collado
Jessica Collado	Nancy Casciano	Jessica Collado	Allison Bridgers
Kiley Casciano	Allison Bridgers	Kiley Casciano	Allison Bridgers
Jody Blevins	Jessica Collado	Jody, Jessica, and Kiley	Jessica Collado
Allison Bridgers	Allison Bridgers	Jessica Collado	Kiley Casciano
Jessica Collado	Nancy Casciano	Jody Blevins	Jessica Collado
Jessica Collado	Jody Blevins	Nancy Casciano	Jessica Collado
Just Jessica

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Barbara Rosser	PM reply	29-Dec-2011 23:57
Just fabulous Richard.

Guest		05-Feb-2011 08:34
Seeing your beautiful dancers makes me feel like a lower form of life! They look so lovely, and long may they continue to do so, stealing hearts on the way...! Lovely.

Surinder Singh Advertising & Fashion Photographer	PM reply	26-Jan-2010 14:25
Nice Work!

Matt		03-Sep-2009 23:15
Beatiful!

Eldar Kadymov	PM reply	13-Jul-2009 16:16
I wouldn't probably go overboard if suggest that you've made a history in photography ! BV

Turkan Turgut Arikan		10-Jul-2009 06:49
Fantastic, esthetic, artistic and outstanding photographs. You are very very talented person Mr. Calmes.I think I'll view these wonderful gallery again and again. Thank you very much. Best greeting from Istanbul.

Turkan Turgut Arikan		10-Jul-2009 06:49
Fantastic, esthetic, artistic and outstanding photographs. You are very very talented person Mr. Calmes.I think I'll view these wonderful gallery again and again. Thank you very much. Best greeting from Istanbul.

Guest	PM reply	17-Jun-2009 04:13
Great picture. Give you a vote Bill Nguyen Marketing Manager http://www.easyvietnamtravel.com

AL SAMHA EAST - RAZA	PM reply	02-Apr-2009 06:42
i keep comming back again and again, you are such a inspiration to follow!!!!VOTED

Patricia Kay	PM reply	17-Jan-2009 22:12
Such a beautiful gallery Richard....Loved all the shots,they are sheer perfection! BV

raj	PM reply	25-Dec-2008 02:36
Richard you are extraordinary Thanks

Alvien		09-Dec-2008 19:29
81 years old,55+ years Fine Arts aArtist,Teacher and Restorer. In all that time you are the most Eloquent I have ever seen. Thank you

Jack Mamelet	PM reply	09-Mar-2008 22:17
everything is fine, tank you for sharing

Sophie		09-Mar-2008 13:02
The skill that you have is amazing, I am blown away by these pic's these are fabulous and beautiful. sophie xxx

JK Views	PM reply	05-Mar-2008 14:30
One of my favorites. Love the water shots.(V)

Joan Thompson	PM reply	05-Feb-2008 05:19
absolutely breath taking - they are so beautiful and such a pleasure to look at.

Robert_Wang :-)	PM reply	03-Nov-2007 02:33
Very amazing gallery, very nice dancer. V

Pauline	PM reply	27-Oct-2007 16:54
This somewhat similar to the petunia in onion field comment. More so the rhyme...'Mary Mary quite contrary'.. The flower garden poem/rhyme. I think because of the colors, costumes and poses. It's like a flower garden. You have the best ideas Richard!!! :) Bravo to all the dancers!!

Guest		11-Oct-2007 01:35
i doubt these women realise how beautiful they are

justjean	PM reply	04-Oct-2007 15:36
Each has music and poetry all of its own V

Guest	PM reply	02-Oct-2007 11:15
Excellent work

Eldar Kadymov	PM reply	25-Sep-2007 15:18
Very unusual and extremely capticating ! V

Kees Terberg	PM reply	19-Sep-2007 22:11
Hehehe, I wonder how many people world wide look at these shots and think... "Whow"... You are a true ambassador for the art of dance. Your reputation is growing and your name is becoming a household name for top class ballet photography. The story is definitely getting out there and it is being recited in all corners of the globe. Your message is a strong one: These dancers deserve our admiration and support. they work hard and have earned it.

Cristine Varney	PM reply	17-Sep-2007 00:37
How delightful they all are. The leaping in the meadow captures are especially appealing to me. Just how I imagine myself looking when I am having a little burst of joy for no special reason, and dance in my backyard or somewhere that no one is looking. Only in my own head do I approach anything close to these beautiful souls. I think it is the fact that I am also female. Thank you, always, for sharing their talent, artistry and inspiration. Vote Vote Vote

Henry C. Magday		16-Sep-2007 08:43
Artistic!!!! Very Good!!!

georgehe		11-Sep-2007 09:52
really really beautiful!!! Great artworks!!!

Guest	PM reply	09-Sep-2007 19:08
Very creative works.

Guest	PM reply	06-Sep-2007 23:37
Excellent gallery

Marc Thomas	PM reply	30-Aug-2007 21:26
Fantastic work, very well executed.

jorge vasconcelos	PM reply	29-Aug-2007 19:41
Congratulations, great Gallery and well deserved first place jorge

Toronto and Engagement Photography http://www.dmitrimarkine.com	PM reply	21-Aug-2007 03:41
I was just looking into getting some ballet shots done myself. These are really good. ------------------------------------------- Dmitri Markine Toronto Wedding Photographer http://www.dmitrimarkine.com

Roy Birger Nilsen	PM reply	19-Aug-2007 18:58
Two really marvellous galleries with creative poses,great lighting and superb craftmanship.Congrats!A big V.:-)

Thanh Le	PM reply	19-Aug-2007 17:06
Fantanstic! really excellent gallery! you should be very proud!

RICHARD F. NICOLASORA	PM reply	19-Aug-2007 10:23
Whooaaahhh! Excellent work. im in awe. The thud u heard was my jaw dropping :D

GiGi		18-Aug-2007 11:40
Oh my gosh! Words cannot describe.....

friendyarts		18-Aug-2007 08:12
your whole gallery is gorgeous, congrats!! :D

Ken Chambers ARPS	PM reply	16-Aug-2007 15:27
Richard, These pictures are beautiful; Place a camera in your hands, and a girl with true talent in front of you........... You become a Genius............. v

Dimitri	PM reply	16-Aug-2007 10:28
Heh, wish I could be farmer =) Great shots ! -V-

Jess. ( Lady.D.)	PM reply	14-Aug-2007 18:55
Once again a beautifully constructed gallery Richard, delightful to view......Jess

Joy Miller	PM reply	13-Aug-2007 18:49
Wonderful gallery, I really like the beauty of the dancers and the natural scenery. v.

Ron Horloff	PM reply	13-Aug-2007 03:48
I had to revisit; this is so much different than your usual theater photos, yet just as appealing. Ron

Diane Ramsey	PM reply	12-Aug-2007 21:14
Stunningly beautiful gallery and dancers.

Keith Rankin	PM reply	12-Aug-2007 18:03
Just absolutel fabulous, stunning and whats not to like! ~GMV~

David Frank	PM reply	12-Aug-2007 10:12
Excellent, extremely well posed, a great idea made to work well.

Pedro Lib�rio	PM reply	11-Aug-2007 20:09
outdours...you do not stop to amaze us Richard, fantastic stuff as usual from you, it is such a pleasure to see so much beauty toghether ...the dancers. the place ...the timmings...fantastic. thanks for sharing. vote.

Gustavo	PM reply	11-Aug-2007 16:59
lovely captures, and light is spot on, fun to look at, all the best g

Guest	PM reply	11-Aug-2007 14:49
WHAT A WONDERFUL GALLERY.DANCERS ARE SUPERB!

gmoney72	PM reply	11-Aug-2007 10:25
The models and the pictures are great!

Elazar Harel	PM reply	10-Aug-2007 05:00
Beautiful gallery - Congratulations!

Phyllis Stewart	PM reply	09-Aug-2007 16:04
Just when I think you couldn't top your dance galleries, you come up with this awesome collection! Can't wait to paint some of these! V

Phyllis Stewart	PM reply	09-Aug-2007 16:04
Just when I think you couldn't top your dance galleries, you come up with this awesome collection! Can't wait to paint some of these! V

Joanne Kamo	PM reply	09-Aug-2007 03:02
These dancers and your talent as a photographer are really awesome! V

VPH	PM reply	09-Aug-2007 02:44
Inspiring. Voted.

Marcio Cabral	PM reply	08-Aug-2007 18:10
Excellent pics and location!v

Guest		08-Aug-2007 03:07
Beautiful!

Guest		08-Aug-2007 03:07
Beautiful!

henrywong	PM reply	08-Aug-2007 02:13
Excellent shots...always! V!

Bilsen	PM reply	07-Aug-2007 23:27
Just got here (to Pbase) and yours is one of the first Galleries I see. TREMENDOUS originality and great work.

Kathy Pilgrim	PM reply	07-Aug-2007 16:17
oooOOOOOooooo another gorgeous gallery from you! Big V

Banhup Teh	PM reply	07-Aug-2007 09:27
Another excellent gallery from you. Always inspiring. V

Robyco	PM reply	07-Aug-2007 09:01
You made a great report of this visit.... And it can be seen you all had fun there... and you brought home some nice pictures too....

Lin Chia-Yi	PM reply	07-Aug-2007 03:11
Stunning!!! Great shots!!!

Valerie D.		07-Aug-2007 01:03
Thank You Richard for all these beautiful photos!!!Keep posting, pleeeaaase!!!

cherise		06-Aug-2007 19:44
WOW!! Beautiful!! Lovely*

Robert Milner		06-Aug-2007 11:18
These are stunning images. I love the central framing and the way that ballet comes to life in a setting other than the stage. Great idea - effectively executed.

Mostafa Moftah	PM reply	06-Aug-2007 09:36
Shooting in a farm is a very creative idea, superb gallery, Richard.. ~Voted~

james morgan	PM reply	05-Aug-2007 21:05
Richard I am almost lost for words this is breathtaking beauty in real true art form.

Chris Brooker	PM reply	05-Aug-2007 15:16
Richard, I am lost for words.

September Radecki	PM reply	05-Aug-2007 14:28
Beautiful gallery. These ladies all love their craft and it shines through on all of the shots. Well captured.

olderhvit	PM reply	05-Aug-2007 12:00
Wonderful gallery, as always...V

guillaume d hubert	PM reply	05-Aug-2007 08:16
wow, how inspiring are those shots hands down to you and your fantastic models !!!

southernshots99	PM reply	04-Aug-2007 19:35
Your photographic skills never cease to amaze me, and this gallery is no exception. Excellent captures and compostion! V

The Feminine Perspective	PM reply	04-Aug-2007 16:15
Wonderful gallery, I've enjoyed browsing very much :) Thanks ~ Clare

Harry Chan		04-Aug-2007 06:26
Excellent dancer & Excellent Photographer .....

Donald Verger	PM reply	03-Aug-2007 23:15
amazing Richard and i love the feel and pallete of this artistic gallery! bravo! a lovely encore! vote

Donald Verger	PM reply	03-Aug-2007 23:14
amazing Richard and i love the feel and pallete of this artistic gallery! bravo! a lovely encore! vote

robwooly	PM reply	03-Aug-2007 16:39
Strenght, emotion, and beauty, a very moving gallery. V.

Richard Cobby	PM reply	03-Aug-2007 12:10
Eleget, dynamic, creative - one could easily run out of worthy adjectives to describe this wonderful galley. The blend of poses and action with the natural surroundings somehow gives an extra dimension to this stunning collection. V. Very best wishes, Richard UK.

Guest	PM reply	03-Aug-2007 03:15
Very unusual but elegant group of images. A most impressive gallery.

Leo	PM reply	03-Aug-2007 00:58
Truly amazing gallery very graceful. V

Buz Kiefer	PM reply	02-Aug-2007 18:40
Another outstanding effort Richard. Well done. Vote.

alfredo camba jr.	PM reply	02-Aug-2007 14:29
Fantastic gallery! Highly recommended! Voted!!!

G.Pietro Munaretto	PM reply	02-Aug-2007 13:29
Great gallery Richard and great talented girls.

Marius Popescu	PM reply	02-Aug-2007 07:12
Splendid gallery!

Ron Horloff	PM reply	01-Aug-2007 23:27
Every time I look at a new gallery, it's better than the last. Bravo. Ron

Liz Bickel	PM reply	01-Aug-2007 19:45
What a gorgeous gallery!

Guest	PM reply	01-Aug-2007 19:44
good shooting. this is alter art

guardone		01-Aug-2007 15:48
i am so jealous

Jean D'Ao�st	PM reply	01-Aug-2007 13:47
Amazing work!!

Tim Rucci	PM reply	01-Aug-2007 13:45
The entire gallery is a work of art, Richard. While this is nothing unusual for you, I continue to marvel at the excellent lighting and composition that you seem to achieve in every shot, not to mention your timing in releasing the shutter.

matt JSL tan		01-Aug-2007 12:35
i am not registered, but i am a freelance photographer from canada who has worked all across my land, and just left montreal to start a new life in lovely halifax, nova scotia. i stumbled upon your website, and so glad i did. what a lovely troupe of dancers, they're beautiful and such skills. and i like to compliment you on your photography to capture these lovely ladies at their best ability. congratulations to all of you involved! cheers from halifax, nova scotia

Guest		31-Jul-2007 21:28
Galerie tr�s artistique !! Michelle Boulard

kurniawati	PM reply	31-Jul-2007 19:13
FANTASTIC series!! How refreshing to see a dancer on a farm (instead of a boring stage!!) VOTED!!

Sami Clare	PM reply	31-Jul-2007 18:24
Ah Richard, you never cease to amaze. Truly stunning work once again. You are a very talented and gifted photographer. Thank you so much for sharing. Big V Sami

SimplePhotography	PM reply	31-Jul-2007 15:37
Yeah, this is cool! A big vote for the combination of landscape, nature, beautiful women and dancing, all in one! Top creativity award!

Jaya		31-Jul-2007 13:16
This is really cool..Amazing work... best of luck!!!

Mihai	PM reply	31-Jul-2007 08:17
Superb !!!!!!!!!!! I love your new gallery !!!!!! V

Pauline	PM reply	30-Jul-2007 20:43
Most definitely a big big Vote!! All very beautiful!!!! WHY AM I NOT SURPRISED!

flagg	PM reply	30-Jul-2007 13:22
That is truly AMAZING photos!!!

Cyrus Khamak	PM reply	30-Jul-2007 11:52
A fantastic body of work again Richard, V

born2monk	PM reply	30-Jul-2007 05:12
Impressive! What an amazing gallery!

Peg O'Brien	PM reply	29-Jul-2007 14:06
Unique idea and wonderful effect, Richard. Excellent composition and great artistry in your subjects. Vote

Jaime Serrano	PM reply	29-Jul-2007 10:52
Excellent gallery, great idea!!!. Fantastic pictures in a beautiful place. Congratulations. Voted.

Archit		29-Jul-2007 10:24
Excellente work .... congrats !!!!!!!! nice snaps and beautiful ladies. All the BEST ! with love Archit from India

dave t	PM reply	29-Jul-2007 01:31
Amazing shots of some talented young ladies. Voted.

Guest	PM reply	28-Jul-2007 23:36
Superb. V

Jean-Luc Rollier	PM reply	28-Jul-2007 23:26
Excellente galerie Richard! Et je salue la l�gende vivante de PBase... JL vote

Guest		28-Jul-2007 21:37
This is a fantastic composition. Great work

FrankB	PM reply	28-Jul-2007 21:23
words are very poor descriptors when confronted with such beauty...even 'beauty' is insufficient.

Lloyd & Sandy Spitalnik	PM reply	28-Jul-2007 18:34
Fantastic gallery! Superb shots in beautiful settings. Perfect as always Richard! S&L

RadioWonder	PM reply	28-Jul-2007 04:03
Excellent work! Very creative... http://www.pbase.com/radiowonder/brain_waves

nancy		28-Jul-2007 00:09
hey richard are you going to be puting the rest up?

Eirik Johnsg�rd	PM reply	27-Jul-2007 20:08
amazing:)

H2M	PM reply	27-Jul-2007 15:21
Beautiful gallery of grace...!! Vote. H�l�ne

Ladislav Chrast	PM reply	27-Jul-2007 10:43
Excellent work !

Judi Hastings	PM reply	27-Jul-2007 01:28
Amazing pictures, amazing dancers, amazing portfolio!!

Guest		26-Jul-2007 22:36
is there anymore?

Zane Paxton	PM reply	26-Jul-2007 09:37
Another excellent gallery Richard!

Lee Berman	PM reply	26-Jul-2007 08:00
The contrast between the sophistication of the ballet dancers and the nature is stunning. Great concept & great shots. Voted

Tony Howell	PM reply	26-Jul-2007 03:42
Sorry that I missed this earlier, but as always a great gallery!!!

Julie Bird	PM reply	26-Jul-2007 02:28
As you say Richard, these girls really are athletic. Wonderful gallery. AGAIN!!! V

Andrea Vasquez Letelier	PM reply	26-Jul-2007 00:43
I'm just speechless!! As usual when I see your work!

Enzo Priore	PM reply	25-Jul-2007 20:33
fantastic gallery, V.

Guest		25-Jul-2007 13:01
Thank god...some dancers with impeccable technique. Thank you for capturing the grace, beauty, and difficulty of ballet with such eloquence!

lakme		25-Jul-2007 10:23
This is awesome work.

Petri Lopia	PM reply	25-Jul-2007 09:37
Well done. These are not just photos about beautiful girls... these are are =) GMV http://www.pbase.com/whig/

Scotty Graham	PM reply	25-Jul-2007 07:55
There is a reason why you are a legend on Pbase....fantastic work, Richard!! -V-

Hans Meerbeek	PM reply	25-Jul-2007 04:47
Amazing gallery,great work as always Richard!

Jean D	PM reply	25-Jul-2007 02:49
A superb collection of images, all perfect! You are a master, Richard! GMV.

william mahan	PM reply	25-Jul-2007 02:47
Richard: I had to check for updates on this shoot and you certainly were in your element with these lovely ladies. Another superb job and wow what a list of comments!

Terri Steele	PM reply	24-Jul-2007 23:42
You have taken your dance photography to a completely different level here. Very unique and innovative poses with fantastic backdrops. Congratulations for this amazing breakthrough!

Linda Matta	PM reply	24-Jul-2007 17:39
How I doooooo enjoy your work Richard! ~v

Linda Matta	PM reply	24-Jul-2007 17:39
How I doooooo enjoy your work Richard! ~v

Tom Munson	PM reply	24-Jul-2007 15:48
All outstanding images. Well done Richard. V

virginiacoastline	PM reply	24-Jul-2007 15:09
I can't come up with anything other than . . . WOW

Guest	PM reply	24-Jul-2007 14:37
Love it!

John Lumb	PM reply	24-Jul-2007 10:52
Well Richard you have done it again

anthony1957	PM reply	24-Jul-2007 09:36
Simply exquisite! Thank you for sharing your art. V!

NatalieV	PM reply	24-Jul-2007 06:20
Well deserved to be on the top! Congrats on such a stunning gallery and for being such an inspiration to other budding photographers! NatalieV

Kaden Kratzer	PM reply	24-Jul-2007 04:25
fANTASTIC! V

carolynne_w	PM reply	24-Jul-2007 03:19
These action photos are incredible!

Ken Myers	PM reply	24-Jul-2007 02:17
Richard, I love your new gallery. Very well done, as they all are. I love shooting dancers, such discipline. Thanks for sharing. Always enjoy your work

Yi Feng	PM reply	24-Jul-2007 02:07
Outstanding captures of motion and expression. Excellent work as usual! V

Terry Thormin	PM reply	24-Jul-2007 01:43
This is a truely inspirational gallery, celebrating the beauty of dance, youth and nature all in one gallery. I keep coming back over and over again. A big VOTE

Galina Stepanova	PM reply	23-Jul-2007 22:27
Another winner, Richard. You and dancers are amazing. Creative, original, quality work.

wildoat	PM reply	23-Jul-2007 22:15
Power is nothing without control! An amazing collection Richard. Simply stunning athletes photographed with real flair and imagination. Each one a work of art. Bet these ladies love working with you. Voted, obviously.

Tracy Howell	PM reply	23-Jul-2007 20:44
Yet another amazing gallerie Richard. The location & photography as spectacular as ever.V.

Cecil Gardner	PM reply	23-Jul-2007 20:10
Wonderfully creative, superb gallery. v.

lorand	PM reply	23-Jul-2007 19:45
Superb gallery!!! Voted.

Guest	PM reply	23-Jul-2007 18:17
Hahaha... really fun ^^ It is not the first time I notice one of your gallery... always nice girls (it looks like they are enjoying some outdoor exercices this time :))) ... always creativity... keep going on, thanx for sharing ;)

brandbeaver	PM reply	23-Jul-2007 17:33
Superb work!!! Voted!

hiren		23-Jul-2007 13:19
Great gallery Richard and great talented girls.

Guest	PM reply	22-Jul-2007 22:00
some realy good shoots in this gallerie.Good job

fred_il	PM reply	22-Jul-2007 21:42
Love your gallery!! This was a great idea and a fantastic realisation! VOte!

Greg Little	PM reply	22-Jul-2007 19:51
Richard, this is an exceptional gallery. All your dancer series are of very high quality, but the setting for these make them truly unique. Excellent. V.

Tim Reisdorf Photography	PM reply	22-Jul-2007 19:51
Incredible symmetry... strong graceful and very sexy.. you must have had a great time at this photo shoot..

Guest	PM reply	22-Jul-2007 18:58
what a fun project to shoot. this gallery is stunning. Thank you for sharing

jean louis BERGAMO BOUFAREU	PM reply	22-Jul-2007 17:49
Whaow ... the photos are magnific ... the dancers also ... ;-) BRAVO

Naomi Sheaffer	PM reply	22-Jul-2007 17:22
What a beautiful setting for this photoshoot! A superb gallery, Richard. Congrats to you and these lovely dancers. V

Johan Gerrits	PM reply	22-Jul-2007 16:35
EXCELLENT work again Richard, love the setting, big *** for the dancers too!

FrankB	PM reply	22-Jul-2007 15:31
magnificence...............................V

Pawel Kazmierczyk	PM reply	22-Jul-2007 15:14
as usual top quality. In no time, this will be the most popular gallery on pbase. COngratulations Richard.

JOSE MATA	PM reply	22-Jul-2007 14:30
I AGREE WITH BARBARA AND FRED , NOBODY LIKE YOU MAESTRO. =V=

Jack Mamelet	PM reply	22-Jul-2007 08:50
very nice topic color are well saturated tanks for sharing vote

Barbara Read and Fred Schaad	PM reply	21-Jul-2007 17:35
No none does this better than you. Well done, Richard. V

Coleen Perilloux Landry	PM reply	21-Jul-2007 15:25
This is a beautiful gallery. So elegant and tasteful. My favorite is the dancer in blue flying on the bridge. Vote

Michael Martin	PM reply	21-Jul-2007 15:14
If there ever was a human to start flying just by leaping into the air, it would be these dancers. They seem to laugh lightly at gravity. Beautiful images, Richard.

James Giovanni Pan	PM reply	21-Jul-2007 14:36
Impeccable timing. So much grace and energy.

Bruna K.	PM reply	21-Jul-2007 11:50
I do not have words in order to express my wonder in front of your photos. Bravo, bravissimo. Brunak

Guest	PM reply	21-Jul-2007 09:30
A b s o l u t e l y G o r g e o u s !

Giancarlo Guzzardi	PM reply	21-Jul-2007 09:07
incredible original gallery

Johnny Rasmussen	PM reply	21-Jul-2007 08:31
Wonderful gallery! Big vote!

Reflections by Ruth	PM reply	21-Jul-2007 07:59
another stunning gallery, love the farm setting, each one so different than the previous. exceptional!! :) V!

mohdjaved		21-Jul-2007 07:26
great work keeep it up

Debbie Blackburn Beierle	PM reply	21-Jul-2007 06:45
Absolutely a fantastic gallery. Done with great imagination. I love the outdoor settings. Excellent! GMV

Charles Lasnier	PM reply	21-Jul-2007 06:05
Very creative, unusual, and well done.

Guest	PM reply	20-Jul-2007 19:08
Absolutely brilliant. Each image is a true masterpiece. Both the dancers and the photographer convey such moving (in all senses of the word) and intriguing emotions. Encore! Encore!

Duchan Caudill	PM reply	20-Jul-2007 18:52
Absolutely brilliant, you deserve tremendous applause - standing ovation - for this gallery, it's such wonderful photographic work. BIG VOTE!

Gonzalo GV	PM reply	20-Jul-2007 17:11
Great to see the dancers out of stage. Fantastic pictures. A gift to the eyes. V

Eugene Choy, Photography (Singapore)	PM reply	20-Jul-2007 14:17
A real classic. Great shots... Brings the threater right home! Nice poses.

Steven Gregory	PM reply	20-Jul-2007 13:51
This gallery is a simply amazing achievement. Fantastic compositions of very talented dancers. It can't be easy to perform those moves off of a flat floor! It would be interesting to see a ballet set and performed in these surroundings. Thanks for sharing.

Joshua	PM reply	20-Jul-2007 13:48
Richard, You are the best dance photographer there is and your images show that in abundance. Wow! Congrats!

Sofia Solomennikova	PM reply	20-Jul-2007 13:35
Congratulations on the first place in the Populars! This is a wonderful gallery indeed! Such a great idea of the professional dancers dancing in the country, en plein air... V.

Jon Laster Photography	PM reply	20-Jul-2007 12:35
The dancers are beautiful in all of your galleries, but putting them in unfamiliar surroundings rugged and outdoors has made this a winner. Great idea!!

Yodo19		20-Jul-2007 11:48
A wonderful Serie!!! I learned Dance (classical, modern, jazz...) and I can tell that even some figures on this serie look simple.. it's a lot of work. You capture it very well!

Studio Instable (Thierry)	PM reply	20-Jul-2007 10:46
Congratulations Richard for the top of the pops !!! I'm sure nobody was astonished. :o)

Scott Hollingsworth	PM reply	20-Jul-2007 07:46
What talent! Photographer, art director, and dancers all. Your images have the "magic!" Vote!

JD	PM reply	20-Jul-2007 05:28
This unconventional places to dance really give stunning images. Bravo!

Carolyn Rasmussen	PM reply	20-Jul-2007 05:22
What can I say? Gigantic Vote!

Guest	PM reply	20-Jul-2007 04:33
Stunning beyond description! Masterful work! V+++

Joel Garcia	PM reply	20-Jul-2007 04:30
God I love this gallery. Beautiful! You have my vote!

rakes	PM reply	20-Jul-2007 04:20
very refreshing n original. Excellent thought process

flowsnow	PM reply	20-Jul-2007 01:40
I really do love this series. i think it's special because you took the pictures in a different environment, making it stand out! Fantastic and very flexible dancers. V

Larry Danforth, LDStudios	PM reply	20-Jul-2007 00:36
Great combination of nature and art. Exceptionally well done! Vote

oak	PM reply	19-Jul-2007 23:41
Nice gallery of Americana.

Jola Dziubinska	PM reply	19-Jul-2007 22:39
Fantastic collection, fabulous images and dancers. Big vote, Richard.

John Hancock	PM reply	19-Jul-2007 22:20
What a great idea. These photos are wonderful and so nice to see dancers in an unusal environment. Great job!

Agnes T. Ackerl	PM reply	19-Jul-2007 22:18
This is cool! Great work you did here! ~V

selinab	PM reply	19-Jul-2007 20:08
This site gets better each time I return. Keep posting. GMV

shatterbug	PM reply	19-Jul-2007 19:41
Excellent gallery...poses and backgrounds are well thought out, and lighting is terrific!

Frank Dobbs	PM reply	19-Jul-2007 18:33
Fantastic! What a great idea.

Studio Instable (Thierry)	PM reply	19-Jul-2007 16:56
You caught so many fairies...

Eric Herbelin	PM reply	19-Jul-2007 16:22
What a great work! thank you.

Yannis Tsolkas	PM reply	19-Jul-2007 15:50
Nice gallery Richard, great work using natural light - your timing and framing is perfect anyway :-) -V-

Doug's Dance and Performing Arts Photos	PM reply	19-Jul-2007 15:33
Great stuff as usual Richard.

James Giovanni Pan	PM reply	19-Jul-2007 15:10
Suave, classy and full of energy. You're a classic educator of light and shadow.

455 rocket	PM reply	19-Jul-2007 15:04
Awesome!

LeeG	PM reply	19-Jul-2007 14:59
You are the master Richard. Beautiful work, as always! v

Mark Roden	PM reply	19-Jul-2007 14:53
These are amazing, not just for the physical capabilities of the dancers, but also your ability to capture them in this environment. Your other work is quite stunning, but this work (especially the bridge picture, in my mind) truly elevates you to something beyond. I am humbled, to put it mildly.

G.Pietro Munaretto	PM reply	19-Jul-2007 14:45
fantastic gallery

Mike Conroy Jnr	PM reply	19-Jul-2007 14:33
Another spectacular gallery - ya capture beauty an movement so well. Mike

Marti Wills	PM reply	19-Jul-2007 13:34
Voted! ~ Marti

Harry David Horning	PM reply	19-Jul-2007 13:29
This is one of the best galleries I have seen! Thanks for sharing it with us. The Jessica Collado shot is one of the best shots I have ever seen, totally amazing!

Cyrus Khamak	PM reply	19-Jul-2007 11:37
You and your dancers have done a magnificent job Richard, V

Anco Kolstee Photography	PM reply	19-Jul-2007 10:49
Love the action in this photograpy. Very nicely done! Thanks, Anco

Anco Kolstee Photography	PM reply	19-Jul-2007 10:48
Love the action in this photograpy. Very nicely done! Thanks, Anco

Jo�o Rampim	PM reply	19-Jul-2007 00:00
Wonderful images Mr. Calmes! Awayssssssss... Voted!

Robin Reid	PM reply	18-Jul-2007 23:27
Voted!

Nelson Chen Photography	PM reply	18-Jul-2007 22:29
Richard, You are so creative and talented. This gallery is great and fun! It is always a real treat to visit your galleries. Vote. Nelson

carabias	PM reply	18-Jul-2007 21:39
This gallery wakes up my better dreams� Richard! Superior Excelencia

Jofoto	PM reply	18-Jul-2007 21:27
This gallery has more than just merit, outstanding photography and superb dancers.

Enny	PM reply	18-Jul-2007 19:23
again a wonderful, excellent gallery, chapeau.

Alina	PM reply	18-Jul-2007 19:20
Great gallery Richard and great talented girls.

Ricardo Patron	PM reply	18-Jul-2007 19:06
superb gallery with fantastic models and well captured. voted

Keith Mills	PM reply	18-Jul-2007 19:00
Another Awesome Gallery Richard. I hope there's more..... Voted

Ohad.R	PM reply	18-Jul-2007 17:34
you are the master !!!

Rosemarie Kusserow	PM reply	18-Jul-2007 16:39
Outstanding gallery us usual Richard, I admire the lightness and your perfect compositions, great movement, I love your works again, vote, Rosemarie :o)

Jon Laster Photography	PM reply	18-Jul-2007 15:54
I have never voted for a gallery...........until now! Wow, beautiful!

Steve Viscot	PM reply	18-Jul-2007 15:49
another outstanding series in the making -v

Guest	PM reply	18-Jul-2007 15:42
What a wonderful, wonderful idea, Richard! These are terrific, I especially love all the water shots! Very creative work, you've got my vote! :)

Tom Beech	PM reply	18-Jul-2007 12:51
Just what I was hoping for...Such a natural progression and wonderful environment for dance, looking forward to many more.

Hodero	PM reply	18-Jul-2007 07:33
This is going to be your best gallery ever. "Dancing poses in open nature." What an increddible idea,and what increddible beautiful girls you took with you on camp. Good for us you are not laying back to enjoy summer ;-) Big V.

Gus Rosenfeld	PM reply	18-Jul-2007 00:36
I had a hunch you were already there, regarding my suggestions ;-) This is one of those OMG! type galleries. The fact we are sort of familiar with the gals, and their hard enduring work, makes the the "Girls just want to have fun!" attitude carry even greater impact. I'll wait to pick a favorite or three. Kudos to the all of you out there in the heat. I know "fun" isn't as easy as it looks in front of a lens. Congrats'! g

CIS	PM reply	17-Jul-2007 23:51
WOW!!! These are stunning and such beautiful backgrounds to accompany these taleted girls.

shuk1in12x	PM reply	17-Jul-2007 22:49
Sensational work and a delight to see the 'Boss' at work again with these tremendous girls. +V

Hans Novak	PM reply	17-Jul-2007 22:09
EXCELLENT ! Hans - Vienna

Marwan Habib	PM reply	17-Jul-2007 21:55
Excellent work as always. Hope to see more of it soon.

selinab	PM reply	17-Jul-2007 21:17
Beautiful shots. Great timing. They are beautiful dancers. GMV

Tomasz Dziubinski - Photography	PM reply	17-Jul-2007 21:12
Great series, Vote :)

Lisa W.	PM reply	17-Jul-2007 20:32
Richard - these are just beautiful.

Petros Labrakos	PM reply	17-Jul-2007 19:55
little different from what we've been used yet an always fixed Top CLASS from a master who embellishes pBase Thanks! (V)

Nestor	PM reply	17-Jul-2007 18:58
Top notch gallery as usual the rest will be perfection that is your standard. Vote

Jay Beckman	PM reply	17-Jul-2007 18:31
Wow on top of Wow. Kudos for the quality of your work and also to the young ladies for their willingness to go the extra (s)mile. Bravo, Richard. ~Big V~

Paco L�pez	PM reply	17-Jul-2007 18:26
Fantastic idea, Richard!!! More shots, please...!!! Big vote!

Michael Parkinson	PM reply	17-Jul-2007 18:13
These are fabulous Richard, can't wait to see the rest of the shoot. GMV

Tberry	PM reply	17-Jul-2007 17:56
Richard.. You never cease to amaze me with your work... So creative and beautiful! ~ tberry BIG V

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