PATTERNS AND TONES

Kim Shattuck, the powerhouse singer-songwriter, guitar player and producer behind the phenomenal band The Muffs , has been carving a path of her own since she began her career playing bass for The Pandoras back in 1985. Spending a day with Kim was delightful. The same sense of wit and humor that shines through in her lyrics came to life in front of my eyes. Her affable nature was a joy to be around. Unguarded, wry and smart this Rock n’ Roller led me through her day flitting from one project to the next with ease.  I caught Kim on a day filled with regular chores revolving around her adorable pooch Riley, her passion for restoring wood furniture, and while walking Riley, picking up trash around the neighborhood. She then found time to plug in her tube amp and record some leads for an upcoming project! Kim had a special performance as a guest singer at the Alex theater in Glendale later that night. Backed by  The Wild Honey Orchestra , a roster of brilliant pe...

Joan Agajanian Quinn is a power house. The first time I saw Joan, I could feel her energy from across the room. She shines brightly and it is palpable. Her involvement in Southern California contemporary art has had a big impact on the thriving scene here. From her television series "The Joan Quinn Profiles" , which in an interview format has been capturing artists, designers, directors, musicians and actors talking about their craft since 1993, to being the West Coast Correspondent for  Interview Magazine , as well as being the founding West Coast Editor of Art Review Magazine, Joan has always kept a dialogue with artists open. Last summer an exhibition titled " Joan Quin Captured " showcased portraits of Joan by renowned artists such as Andy Warhol, David Hockney, Shepard Fairey, Jean-Michel Basquiat ,   Robert Mapplethorp , George Hurrell, Mathew Rolston and Helmut Newton (among many others) at the newly refurbished Brand Library and Art Center in Glendale...

"Here Kitty, Kitty! No. 1" from The Mask Series Cats aren't known to love the water but this tiger in leopard print doesn't seem to mind once she dips her toe in. This lovely set of images was my ticket in to becoming a fashion and events photographer for the LA Weekly from 2000-2005. "Here Kitty, Kitty!"  is  the 11th set of images from  The Mask Series .  As always, two limited edition prints  are available to purchase through my  Etsy store .  In celebration of this being my 100th blog post , the first 5 people who email me their name and address will receive one 8 x10 print of any image they choose from The Mask Series. Meow! Julie Green March 14, 2015 Subscribe to our mailing list "Here Kitty, Kitty! No. 2" from  The Mask Series "Here Kitty, Kitty! No. 3"  from  The Mask Series "Here Kitty, Kitty! No. 4"  from  The Mask Series "Here Kitty, Kitty! No. 5"  fro...

"Agave Attenuata No. 1" February is a beautiful month in Southern California for midwinter blooms - especially from the lovely desert plant the Agave Attenuata. This prolific grower native to central Mexico loves the frostless climate of our region and rewards us with their presence. The visual impact of their bloom's structure is stunning. Growing between 6-12 feet in length, their flowering stem grows from their succulent-like rosette which is unusual for an agave. The plant produces a spike which contains what is called inflorescence or a cluster of flowers arranged on a stem that then in time blossom into a multitude of seed pods. Also commonly known as the Foxtail, Lion's Tail or Swan Neck agave, these lovely plants do not have spikes and are often grown down pathways for their thornless ornamental accent. Their sheer size, structure and beauty caught my eye. I began documenting these blooms early in the morning before work. Although majestic, they ...