Bobby Creger

2012 Update

2012-01-18T07:34:00.000-08:00

Wow, long time no post! Sorry about that.

HAPPY NEW YEAR! It is now 2012...will the world end this year? Hope not!

At the moment, my new year has begun with no major changes. I've started a new job recently with Arcadia Group Ltd. (brands pictured below) while still working a weekend shift at the gym, so that's taking up most of my week.

I've become quite addicted to The Vampire Diaries. Every episode has me shocked on the edge of my bed!

If you haven't watched it...please do.

I've also started to paint a bit(when I have time and I'm not asleep). Pictures will follow.

To be continued...

Land & Sea

2011-10-19T08:32:00.000-07:00

Birthday Wishlist

2011-10-03T16:24:00.000-07:00

Ok guys and gals,

It's almost my birthday(October 15th). Now, I'm not expecting much as far as partying and presents go, but for those of you who do want to buy me a present, I have made a list of things that could help you in the selection process. If you follow this guide, you can't go wrong :)

I LOVE:

Cute Anime: Whether it's a new series on dvd that I don't own yet, a figurine/plush toy, or a mobile phone charm...if it's anime and cute, I will like it. (At the moment, I really want the Vampire Knight, Black Butler, Hetalia, Tower of Druaga, Sacred Blacksmith, Nabari No Ou, Code Geass, Soul Eater, Chobits, K-On! and High School of the Dead series...just to name a few...region 2 please (: )

Rings:I have a fetish for rings...especially silver or black rings. The more unique it looks, the more I will probably like it. Safest size would be a medium. Similar long(to my bellybutton) chain necklaces and earrings would be nice as well :)

MACMake-up: More specifically, their GraphBlack Eyeliner. I can never stock up on this stuff enough! It will definitely be put to good use.

iPad: 32gb.wi-fi.white please.so pretty :)

Cereal: I love cereal. It is one of my favourite foods. Some of my top faves are Honey Nut Cheerios, Special K Red Berries(the one with only strawberries, or the one with chocolate and strawberry...no raspberries please), Wholegrain Sultana Bran, Frosted Mini Wheat's, Captain Crunch, Reeses Puffs, Honeycombs, Fruity Pebbles and Frosted Flakes. Those are just some off the top of my head, but I eat most cereals :)

Scary Movies: But, first you'd have to find out which one's I don't already own!

Clothes: Shopping for clothes can be tricky. I love quirky, unique pieces. Large and baggy on top, skinny on the bottom :) Sometimes it's best to just get a gift card if you can't decide on what I'd wear. Topman & River Island are my favourite retailers.

Popcorn: Salted or Butter flavour. NOT sweet popcorn. Enough said.

Dogs: If you aren't able to get me an actual dog, anything relating to dogs and puppies will do. I love them all!

BUT MOST IMPORTANTLY...

Spending Time with Friends & Loved Ones: It would make my day if I could just spend time with people I love. Even a simple call or text would bring a smile to my face :)

[B]x

P.S. - This guide applies to all major gift-giving occasions

Fingernail Rings!

2011-10-03T05:41:00.000-07:00

I really want to get 10 of these and dress up like Catwoman :3

...is that so wrong?

c/o Jules Kim's Capsule Showroom @ Paris Fashion Week

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Are the riots over?

2011-08-17T10:55:00.000-07:00

Judging from the decrease in news reports and sirens, I think the riots have ceased. I've also seen loads of shops making repairs to property and community clean ups taking place. Hopefully these unfortunate acts bring people closer together.

I saw this at The Body Shop in Wood Green in north London, an area near me that was affected by the riots.

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Riots

2011-08-07T14:09:00.000-07:00

So there's an uprising occurring in North London at the moment. Started in Tottenham, Enfield, and now in Wood Green.

From MSN News:

"Crowds attacked riot police and set cars, homes and shops alight in the London borough of Tottenham on Saturday night. The disturbances followed a protest at the fatal shooting of a man by armed officers earlier in the week."

Shops and houses getting burned and burgled, windows smashed.

I just went walking up to Wood Green to watch a film at Cineworld and the whole road is closed off (not to mention the cinema...plans for the evening RUINED!). Almost every shop has smashed windows. Many of them have boards covering the damage and signs explaining why they are closed.

I saw some jewellery shop owners putting extra metal shutters on their shops.

What is going on with people!? If anyone has any more information on the matter, please comment! I think some serious anger management is needed!

[B]x

AMY WINEHOUSE DEAD

2011-07-23T09:38:00.001-07:00

I was just speaking to a friend online who has informed me about this shocking news!

Read the whole story at the link below from NME.

http://www.nme.com/news/amy-winehouse/46330

Such a loss of a great talent and idol to so many people.

R.I.P. AMY

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QR Code Craze

2011-07-21T06:18:00.000-07:00

I have become a bit obsessed with QR codes lately; To the point where I am coming up with business ideas in my head which involve the use of QR coding.

They are everywhere I turn. Yesterday I received this Dominoe's Pizza leaflet through my door and, as you can see below, even IT has a QR code on it! You can scan the code with your smartphone to order pizza.

At letting's agents...

While shopping at CEX & HMV for dvd's & blu-rays....

Front

Back

I found these new release anime DVD's and they looked really cool. I automatically thought to myself, "Ok, I'll remember the title, go home, and watch the trailers for them online. If I like the trailers, I'll think about buying it."

Now you can just scan the QR codes on the back of the cases and the trailer comes up on your phone. I watched the trailer right there and then in the shop!(requires internet/wifi connection)

Amazing. Convenience + Great advertising.

These codes can be used by so many outlets and is an exciting preview of what the future holds for advertising.

[B]x

SHAVE IT ALL!

2011-07-20T15:52:00.001-07:00

So today I went to get my hair cut.

Long story short....She did a horrible job. Not at all what I wanted and it looked BAD.

So I came home and told Dave to just shave it all off!

Ta-daaaa!! It's like a whole new me :)

Gonna take some getting used to...But I'm liking it.

I also like that I have to use less shampoo and don't have to style it!

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I like her style

2011-07-18T16:57:00.000-07:00

Soho, London
I'm loving the warm colour combo's, young preppy styling and that BAG/box on a rope!

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Onesie Follow-Up

2011-07-17T11:23:00.000-07:00

Ok, following up on my last post with the crazy Elvis style Onesie being sold at Primark, I have new onesies to show you!

There's a tiger print, star print...and a new monkey onesie! ...complete with ears and a tail!

Now, I have to admit, I thought the monkey one was really cute...so I bought it! 12 pounds, bit pricey for Primark, but I figure, it's a whole outfit haha!

Get your own onesie today!

[B]x

WTH Primark!?

2011-07-14T03:39:00.000-07:00

So if you're looking for an Elvis onesie, Primark is selling them!

wow

[B]x

Artful (Dodger) Announces New Single Ft Kal Lavelle

2011-07-12T04:49:00.000-07:00

KEEP READING FOR A FREE DOWNLOAD OF THE SINGLE!(Available for free download for 2 weeks only!)

Artful, formerly the other half of Artful Dodger, has released a new single, "Could Just Be The Bassline" featuring Kal Lavelle(Pictured above performing at Proud in Camden)

http://www.entertainment-focus.com/news/artful-announces-new-single-free-remix

There is a link at the end of the article that takes you to the track and let's you download it for free!

or...if you don't like reading and want to get straight to the tunes, just click here...

http://soundcloud.com/artful-official/could-just-be-the-bassline-4

...don't tell me I never gave you guys anything!

I've seen Kal perform her own solo work live and I really enjoyed it. If you want to have a listen, check her out at http://www.kallavelle.com

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Wig Out Relaunch @ Ghetto Factory

2011-07-10T05:28:00.001-07:00

Last night I went to the relaunch of Wig Out @ Ghetto Factory in Holborn with Ines & Jean.

There was a really good turnout, cheap drinks, a charity auction, some good classic pop tunes(although Michael Jackson, and Spice Girls were a bit overplayed and repeated), and a performance by Pete Burns!

Oh..and free badges! :D

We had a great time and I'm happy Wig Out is back and better than ever!

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Heavy Metal Quilts by Ben Venom

2011-07-10T05:15:00.001-07:00

Who says quilts have to look like "Little House on the Prairie"??

Not Ben Venom! He makes these large quilts out of heavy metal t-shirts. The one pictured above is called "Don't Wake Me Lucifer"(2010) and is 83" x 95".

Now all we need is a heavy metal lullaby :)

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1st Ever Animated Tattoo

2011-07-09T12:08:00.000-07:00

A tattoo artist based in Paris, France, by the name of K.A.R.L., has created the 1st "animated tattoo."
This was done by tattooing a matrix code, or QR code(Quick Response Code) into the tattoo which you could hold your smartphone over and discover a hidden animation, viewable right on your smartphone.

After viewing hundreds of entries at the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity, I can tell you 1st hand that Matrix codes will become a widely used method of delivering information in new, creative ways. Hundreds of agencies were using them, and those were only the ones that entered into the festival. One company at the festival promoted their "Post club night, hangover recovery drinks" using these codes in a nightclub. Everyone that went into the club got a code stamped on their arms which they could then hold their smartphones over to reveal a hidden code. Using the code, they could login online and get a free hangover recovery drink.

Matrix codes are not a brand new idea. They were actually created in Japan in 1994 by a Toyota subsidiary called Denso-Wave, and have been used heavily in Japan, South Korea and the Netherlands.

However, this is the 1st time I've seen it used in a permanent tattoo. Like K.A.R.L. says in the video, the segments have to be tattooed perfectly or else the code won't work, so it's a bit risky. I definately think it's an interesting concept that could definately open doors to bigger, better interactive creations, but how many people are really going to hold their smartphones against you to watch your tattoo animation? And how many times will you want to watch the same animation? And does it even look good?

What are your thoughts?

Eccentric Eyes

2011-07-08T06:12:00.000-07:00

I'm loving these Spring 2011 eyewear collections by Linda Farrow and Jeremy Scott!

LINDA FARROW___________JEREMY SCOTT

I really want the red nail polish hands!
WORK IT BOYS!

Photo by Philip Normal @ The Happy Shack in Camden

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It's The Simple Things In Life....

2011-07-06T16:32:00.000-07:00

As much as I love fashion, photography and music...and all the hobbies that these bring, there are simpler things in life that make me just as happy.

Grocery shopping is one of these. I don't know what it is about a grocery store, but it fills me with happiness. I can spend hours wandering the isles, reading labels, comparing prices, browsing everything from dvd's, to frozen fish. It never ceases to amaze me, nor do I get bored.

And when I find things that I haven't seen before...my jaw drops and I gasp and say "Ooh"

Here's 2 new treats I found this evening while shopping at Sainsbury's

Collective Gourmet Probiotic Yoghurt

As far as I know, these are the only 3 flavours sold at Sainsbury's: Passion Fruit, Russian Fudge and Apple+Spice. I've had Apple+Spice and it was amazing. I have a Passion Fruit one left in the fridge...Can't wait to try it. The yoghurt is so rich and creamy, and there's just enough fruit topping to balance it out and not overpower the yoghurt.

Ok, now this is just juice...BUT in addition to selling the regular fruit flavours(apple, orange, pineapple etc.) Sainsbury's have come up with a few new exciting, tropical fruit blends....FUN!

Introducing Apple, Strawberry & Lychee(which I am drinking as I type...love it) and Pineapple, Mango & Passion Fruit.

Are you as excited as I am?! Go get yourself some and indulge in these new sweet treats~!

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Mobile Cannes

2011-07-05T10:37:00.000-07:00

Working with the jury

It's HOT in Cannes

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Back from France

2011-07-05T10:02:00.000-07:00

So one of the last blogs I wrote was about working in the Cannes Lions office. I was chosen to work with the Promo & Activation team overseas at the EMAP Cannes Lions Advertising International Festival of Creativity, which, for those of you who don't know, is the most prestigious award worldwide for advertising and the festival takes place once a year in Cannes, France. There were, I believe, over 28,000 entries, celebrity speakers and 15,000 + delegates and creatives coming from all over the world to be at this festival. It was quite an honour to work there and be a part of the event, and also a great opportunity to meet some amazing people within the industry(not to mention attending some amazing parties).

Promo & Activation Jury

At the award ceremony

Beach time

Film Craft Award ceremony

Me on the red carpet ;)

Outside the Palais where I worked every day

Press conference with the Promo & Activation jury members

Walking along the Croisette at sundown

More pictures to come!

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Visual Merchandising Beyond The Windows

2011-06-02T17:08:00.000-07:00

Some very cool foam structures covering the wall of Aqua on Carnaby Street!

Very stylish...apart from the bin bag in from of the shop ruining my photo!!

It's squishy foam!....I squeezed it :3

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I think I Cannes!

2011-06-01T02:22:00.001-07:00

I've been away for a while...and I have no good excuses for it...especially since writing a blog only takes a few minutes a day! My apologies.

What's new with me....

I've been working a grown-up job! In an OFFICE! weirddddd O_O
I work at Cannes Lions...You know, like the film festival in France?...except I work for the advertising festival that follows the film festival. It's not the most exciting job...but they let me wear whatever I want...which is a huge bonus. Today I've rocked up in my skinny jeans...baggy burger tee and gold chain :)

My Desk

I get bored sometimes~ haha
Also, I get to go to Cannes to work at the festival, expenses paid! Will be a lot of work, but I'm sure it will be very fun as well. It's nice to have a job with some perks...or else, what's the point??

That's all I have for you at the moment. But TO MY READERS IN CANNES, FRANCE....any advice on where to go? Interesting places and hot spots? :) Please let me know!

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Sale Season

2011-05-03T10:12:00.000-07:00

Hello all my fellow shopoholics out there!

So as you all are probably aware of, sales on the high streets are coming to an end. Signs have been taken down and shops are trying to get rid of their last few sale items.

My top shops for sales(speaking for menswear) are River Island & Topman, but River Island trumps TopMan in terms of value for money.

To some of you, River Island might still bring a bad taste to your style pallette, but through the past years, they have revamped their image and started jumping on trend with TOPSHOP and more specifically, All Saint's. You can definately see All Saint's influences in River Island's pieces, with worn out, stonewashed, rustic-rocker embellishments, however, they've still maintained their affordable prices, which, for me, makes all the difference. River Island has the best sale's which are then even FURTHER reduced towards the end of the sale period.

Here are two pieces I bought recently from River Island.
£3 for the glittery, bulldog officer tee, and £5 for the black, polyester gold snaps jumper.
Throw these on with some of my old skinny jeans and I've got a new outfit for £8!

Not sure if River Island's sale is still on(TOPMAN still has some sale items), but whenever the next one comes, be sure to hit the rails!

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River Island Launch Branded Collection Of Sunglasses

2011-04-26T11:54:00.000-07:00

River Island has launched their first ever branded collection of sunglasses for their menswear department. The collection is branded ‘Crooked Soul’ and will initially consist of 3 pieces, each sold with a hard leatherette case and retailed at £24.99.

The collection consists of a tortoiseshell plastic visor, black plastic aviator and a gunmetal visor designed to offer a cohesive look. The pieces all have intricate antique metal detailing including a gothic dagger with a ribbon wrapped around, a gothic designed CS and a series of stylised crosses on each tip.

Check out the detail!

Photography by Bobby Creger

The collection of 'Crooked Soul' frames have been designed, developed and manufactured by London based agency, Mellor & Scott Design.

Paul Mellor, Design Director at Mellor & Scott Design:

“We have designed the collection from scratch, creating a collection of frames that push the boundaries of what can be achieved within a limited retail price. These are the types of frames and high-end details you would expect to find on premium goods sold at £200, but River Island and ourselves have worked hard so the frames can be sold at £24.99 yet still offer the added value offered by premium frames.”
www.mellorandscott.com

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Living For The Weekend

2011-04-25T16:15:00.000-07:00

Just a few photos that sum up most of the best bits of this long weekend! Lots of partying, BBQ-ing, drinking, and soaking up the sunshine before the week comes back around to ruin all the fun!

Overrall....I had loads of fun....let's do this again sometime :)

[B]x

Sugar Rush

2011-04-21T10:41:00.000-07:00

Occassionally, I see someone, and I feel the need to photograph them.
Today on my train journey, amongst a sea of people dressed in blacks, blues and grays, a splash of colour woke me up. Cuteness personified! If you know me at all, I am quite the fan of anime, manga and Harajuku style, and that is immediately what came to mind when seeing this young lady's outfit. Thumbs up to her and her sweet style~!

Not enough cuteness for you?

How about a sleepy French bulldog~

Want more sweetness? How about a Strawberry Shortcake Ice Dessert from Costa~

[B]x

Beautiful Buildings

2011-04-19T07:43:00.000-07:00

A few mobile snaps taken testerday afternoon while walking from Bank to Holborn.

London's beautiful architecture constantly amazes me. There's a consistent contrast between classical and modern structures, creating a beautiful mixture of past and present throughout the city.

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Kiss-In

2011-04-15T15:44:00.000-07:00

This evening, I attended a protest against homophobia, more particularly, an incident that occurred recently at the John Snow pub in Soho, London. Two gay men, on their first date, were thrown out of the pub for kissing. Unsurprisingly, many people have been riled up by this situation; with over 1,000 facebookers confirmed to have attended the rally, various bloggers and websites, and even the BBC publicizing the event. I could not miss this! The pub ended up closing early before the protest started....however we carried on outside the premises.

It is very unsettling knowing that crimes like this are happening, in Soho nonetheless! An area known to be gay-friendly. Something has to be done...starting with raising awareness. Please pass this on to others and help bring these acts of hatred to an end.

Read more of what caused this commotion here:

http://www.guardian.co.uk/world/2011/apr/14/gay-claim-ejected-pub-kissing

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Changes

2011-03-29T08:56:00.000-07:00

There have been a few significant changes in my life these past few weeks.

I've been distracted and stressed recently...but good things are happening and I need to get back in gear!

ONWARDS AND UPWARDS!

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Kazakified!

2011-03-17T04:44:00.000-07:00

I've been KAZAKIFIED! :)

It's like learning how to walk all over again~

[B]x

KAZAKY

2011-03-10T06:22:00.000-08:00

Ladies MOVE OVER!...because Kazaky is here!

Wikipedia:
"Kazaky ("Kazaky") is a Ukrainian music group, which released the fast-paced acro-dance video In the Middle on the web on 30 September 2010. The boy band's four performers are Artur Archibaz (Артур Арчибаз), Kyryll Fedorenko (Кирилл Федоренко), Stas Pavlov (Стас Павлов) and Oleh Zhezhel (Олег Жежель), who also choreographed the video. The video was made by Music video director Yevhen Tymokhin (Євген Тимохін), the cinematographer was Helena Markova (Елена Маркова) and the styling was done by Vasylyi Bondarenko (Василий Бондаренко)."

Now that you've got the facts....

A friend of mine recently showed me their music video "In The Middle" and I instantly became a fan. Not because the music is anything amazing...although it is catchy and has a great beat....but because of the overrall sexuality and boldness of the group. They are also very skilled dancers(in HEELS...HIGH ones) with beautifully toned physiques to show for it. Their flamboyant movements and styling yet masculine looks and vocals are an alluring contradiction. Kazaky makes me question society and the fine lines between gender...sexuality...and all that is taboo in the portayal of a man. I say why CAN'T a man go out on the town in a pair of heels! Lets not restrain ourselves because of what others may think. Be confident in who you are. Let's make this world a more interesting place!

Kazaky on YouTube:

Love - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ko2IIvE34WY

In The Middle - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FqlY03wp7b4&feature=relmfu

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Maleknaz Freidouni Photography & Christyna Kay Hair & MakeUp

2011-02-27T17:28:00.000-08:00

Photography by Maleknaz Freidouni

Hair & Makeup by Christyna Kay

Model ME

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New Toys!

2011-02-25T22:40:00.000-08:00

Today I made a trip to Sephora and bought some new makeup! Nothing too dramatic, but we tested the products and I love the outcome. A natural, flawless, airbrushed finish that smoothes and hides imperfections, corrects colours ie. redness in my skin, while also balancing my oily skin. From left to right... Laura Mercier Silk Creme Foundation Jack Black Shave Lather(free gift haha) Laura Mercier Secret Concealer NARS Pro Prime Pore Refining Primer [B]x

Modelling

2011-02-22T23:08:00.000-08:00

So along with trying to do my own photoshoots, I also model occassionally on the side. It's really fun....and most of the times I'm modelling for my friends who are either photographers, make-up artists etc. so It's good to help eachother out and we have a lot of fun while doing it!

Here's a few images from a shoot I modelled for last week. My friend Vũ Deo was the photographer. I've modelled for him before and I love his work...he makes me look goooood :) haha! You can check out the rest of these photos and more on his website

http://deovu.zenfolio.com/

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Shooting!

2011-02-15T13:38:00.001-08:00

Sorry I've been M.I.A. the past week....I've been keeping myself busy shooting and editing photos for my portfolio. I'm planning on making a website when I get back to London, so I need some really nice images to put on it :)

My friend John has been nice enough to not only model for me, but also let me use the studio where he works....we love John :)

Here's a few behind the scenes photos from our last shoot....

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YEEHAW!

2011-02-08T23:59:00.000-08:00

I bought this amazing vintage leather jacket in NYC at Search & Destroy, an ultra cool vintage shop in soho. It was originally $120...on sale for $20! haha STEAL!

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Salon Daniel

2011-02-08T23:23:00.001-08:00

I've finally finished editing the shots from Salon Daniel for Valentine's Day(hence the pinkness lol)

Hair & MakeUp: Carla L Calderon @ Salon Daniel(in Mclean, Virginia)

Model: Catherine Kay

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NYC STREET STYLE

2011-02-07T10:51:00.000-08:00

Cyber funk in Soho

Clean and cute on St. Mark's

I met this funky shopper at soho vintage store 'Search and Destroy'. She made the headpiece herself :)

These two lovely ladies were nice enough to let me photograph them...and then ended up being our hostess and waitress and the delicious Thai restaurant we ate at....Klong in Soho.....highly recommend~!

[B]x

Back from NYC

2011-02-06T22:07:00.000-08:00

SO SORRY for the lateness in updates!

I've been on an adventure to the Big Apple and have just returned from the amazing city that is NYC.

It is now time to get back on track and blog my findings!

Check back soon for some good stuff: NYC street style, must see shops, behind the scenes photos and other treats for you bloggers.

[B]x

MODEL MAYHEM

2011-01-31T00:33:00.000-08:00

CALLING ALL MODELS/STYLISTS/DESIGNERS/PHOTOGRAPHERS/MAKEUP ARTISTS/HAIR STYLISTS ETC.

Do you use it? I have just set up an account....

If you are interested in collaborating, let me know...I'd be happy to hear from you! I am in the Washington D.C./Northern Virginia area at the moment, and will return to London in March.

http://www.modelmayhem.com/BobbyCreger

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I like my symmetry

2011-01-26T22:21:00.001-08:00

Nothing really to post...I was just bored, and was playing around with this picture :) lol

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SNOW

2011-01-26T15:31:00.000-08:00

It began around 3pm with some light sleeting rain. It then turned into heavy snow, piling up on the streets and lawns. I rushed to get my camera, changed out of my pyjamas(yes I was still in pyjamas at 3pm) and ran outside to take some photos before all of the sunlight disappeared.

I didn't get too many shots because my card was full and there was almost no light. . .but I liked these the best out of what I had taken.

I was told it's supposed to continue snowing until 2am!

I guess I won't be going anywhere for a whiiile~

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Nothing to Something

2011-01-24T22:20:00.000-08:00

So I was really bored, but wanted to produce SOME kind of creative work whilst being bored. . .I began editing a photo I took a few weeks ago. It's a photo I took while testing the new flash on my camera(I'm really bad when it comes to deleting pictures off my memory cards).

Here's the original photo. . .

And here's after a bit of editing. . .

Nice and creepy :D lol

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CREEPY CATHERINE

2011-01-21T14:25:00.003-08:00

Ok guys, I promised they'd be up soon and here they are! :) Enjoy~

Thanks for stopping by. Feedback is always welcome.

Thanks again to Catherine, Jisun and Kathy for all their help! It was a fun day :)

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Creepy Catherine Shoot Preview

2011-01-21T09:55:00.000-08:00

So I decided to do a shoot with one of my best friends, Catherine, as my model.

It was a fun making her look crazy :)

Here's a few behind the scenes photos from the shoot!

The hair just got bigger and bigger! :)

Special thanks to the amazing assistants/extra models :)

KATHY__________________JISUN ____________________BBO BBO!

The final images are being worked on at the moment, but will be posted very soon! :)

Thanks for stopping by!

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Last Night's Ice

2011-01-18T12:13:00.001-08:00

Last night, we had a pretty strong hail/sleet storm.
Today, I wanted to wake up early and capture some photos of the ice before it melted.

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Lackluster Life

2011-01-16T15:18:00.001-08:00

Thanks for stopping by~!

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Whip My Hair

2011-01-14T21:04:00.000-08:00

So I went out with some friends last night in D.C. and afterwards, I had the song Whip My Hair by Willow Smith stuck in my head ( I'm not saying it's a good or bad song, I am just saying it was stuck in my head lol). Today, I was still singing it to myself and decided to take these...

I think I sprained my neck neck taking these pics :P lol

Thanks for stopping by!

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i miss drawing

2011-01-12T16:25:00.000-08:00

I haven't drawn anything for quite some time and I really miss it.

Today, I was perusing through some illustration blogs and it really got my juices flowing. . .so I started to draw.

I couldn't find any good pencils. . .or even an eraser. . .but i found an old box of crayons, a pen and a black coloured pencil in my room.

I wasn't happy with most of the stuff I was drawing. . .but I liked this one~

I'm still gonna add more orchids around her.. .

Thanks for stopping by!

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Brownies!

2011-01-12T11:52:00.000-08:00

I've been getting more and more into taking pictures of food lately. It's more fun than I thought. And easier than styling a model :P

They were DELICIOUS :3

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NEW TROUSERS! :D

2011-01-10T21:50:00.000-08:00

So I bought these AMAZING trousers today at H&M. They were the LAST PAIR, exactly MY SIZE, and on sale for $10!!! I wanted to DIE. . .but instead I bought the amazing pants :]

Photography/modelling/styling/purchasing of the magic pants by myself~

Thanks for stopping by! :D

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PHOTOS ARE UP

2011-01-09T21:11:00.000-08:00

So, continuing on from my last post, I modelled for my friend Vũ Deo and these are the final images! I don't mean to sound big-headed, but I look a lot better than I thought I looked! ;) haha!

Comments and feedback are more than welcome, not just for me but for Vũ as well. And if you like these photos, check out the rest of his work on his website....

http://deovu.zenfolio.com/

Thanks for stopping by!

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Modelling for Vũ Deo

2011-01-07T16:43:00.000-08:00

Today I modelled for photographer & friend Vũ Deo.

Check out his work here! ----> http://deovu.zenfolio.com/

I don't have the photos to show you yet, but our friend Reggie took some lovely backstage images on his mobile! haha teaserrrrs :3

Lovely~ haha

I can't wait to see the photos and I will post them up as soon as I can :)

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___________

2011-01-03T18:24:00.000-08:00

RESTING today

Will post more soon though!

Check back later.

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2011

2011-01-01T11:55:00.000-08:00

Photography: Maleknaz Freidouni
Make-Up: Christyna Kay
Model: Bobby Creger

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The Runaway

2010-12-31T18:34:00.000-08:00

HAPPY NEW YEAR!

. . .and what better way to start 2011 off but with a photoshoot!
My best friend Christyna Kay and I collaborated on a shoot for the first time this morning.

Photography & Styling: Bobby Creger

Hair & Make-Up: Christyna Kay

Model: Megan Coyle

Feedback is always welcome.

I hope you all have a great New Years, and whatever you do, be safe~!

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Cafe Tu Ah

2010-12-29T07:58:00.001-08:00

So last night, I did my first shoot with food!

I photographed food & drinks at Cafe Tu Ah (and then got to eat all of it >:D haha).

Here's a few of the photos.

If you like the look of these photos, and the food's got you drooling, definately check out the place! It's got great food, really nice atmosphere and great private karaoke!

Cafe Tu Ah

7117 Columbia Pike,

Annandale, VA 22003

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I've Been SHOT!

2010-12-26T19:59:00.000-08:00

Hey guys,

So today, I MODELLED for a shoot! haha. . .Crazy, I know. . .Tyna(www.christynakay.com )
did hair & make-up and her friend Maleknaz was the photographer (whom you should really check out btw. . .she's great at what she does and is fun to work with! Here's her website http://www.maleknaz.com/ )

Since we just shot today, I obviously don't have any of the photos to post yet, but heres a few teasers :D haha! We did about 4 different looks. . .

Loved the black lipstick :D haha!

Big thanks to both Tyna and Maleknaz! Great work guys!

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Merry Christmas

2010-12-25T21:05:00.000-08:00

Hope you all had a lovely Christmas!

I am now suffering from food coma and will go to sleep soon, but first I will post a few pictures from my evening :)

Dinner was so delicious! I love my moms home-cooked meals :)

Thanks for reading!

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Leaving DC

2010-12-24T08:50:00.000-08:00

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Field Trip with Tyna

2010-12-24T08:21:00.001-08:00

Yesterday, Tyna and I took a little field trip to Washington, D.C. to visit the museums :D

Here's a few pictures from the amazing Smithsonian Museum of Natural History.

My favourite section was the mammals section :3

The Animal displays were so amazingly beautiful.

For those of you that like to knit. . .

A whole section was dedicated to a worldwide knitting project called The Hyperbolic Crochet Coral Reef.

Every part of these huge coral reefs were knitted by people that have donated to the project. All kinds of materials were used, from yarn to cassette tape! Pretty amazing huh!?

View up close

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Self Subject

2010-12-22T21:04:00.000-08:00

Ok. . .I was bored in my room. . .by myself . . .with a camera. . .

It's Bobby by Bobby :D

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Home

2010-12-22T13:29:00.000-08:00

Hello!
I am writing to you from Virginia this time. I've come home for Christmas.
There's a big part of me that is missing London, but I am happy to be home. It's nice to have nature outside your bedroom window for a change, instead of bustling streets and city.
I just took this photo from my window. The sky and clouds were so beautiful and peaceful that I had to photograph it.

I hope you all have a happy holidays wherever you are.

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Zara

2010-12-14T04:57:00.000-08:00

Plush is soooo in right now ;)

. . .and so are hot dogs :3

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Foosball For Girls

2010-12-08T15:05:00.000-08:00

Who wants to play some Barbie Foosball?!! :D

This beautiful, pink game table is on display at Selfridges.
You can even buy it if you want, for a small price of 10,000 POUNDS!

It's Blondes versus Brunettes!

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Graffiti Lovin'

2010-12-03T16:57:00.000-08:00

Was walking below Waterloo Station earlier today and found this colourful tunnel~

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Random Shizzle

2010-12-01T13:21:00.000-08:00

Was walking around Carnaby Street earlier tonight and found some interesting shop window displays. . .

I love the big Black Eyed Peas lego necklaces! :3

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Prettiest Taxi Ever

2010-11-30T14:59:00.001-08:00

it just SCREAMS romance :3 . . . the driver. . .not so much . . .but hey, ya never know ;) lol

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Walk 'n Snap

2010-11-28T09:52:00.000-08:00

Took these while walking to the tube on the way to work this freezing cold morning. Would have taken more, but I was running late. . .and having my hands out of my pockets to take pictures was causing them to freeze and hurt :(

Hope all you readers are doing well and surviving the cold. . .and if you celebrated Thanksgiving, I hope you had a happy one!

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Christmas Shopping

2010-11-27T12:46:00.000-08:00

I was off from work today, so Dave and I decided to head down to Oxford Street to start some holiday shopping.

It was INSANE. Crowds and crowds of people pushing eachother, carrying bags and bags of shopping. . .singers, charities asking for money, a random rock climbing wall set up in the middle of the street. . .people handing out balloons. . .craziness. . .

We didn't stay too long, due to the craziness, but I did get to snap a few nice window displays before we headed to dinner.

I always love the avante-garde classicism of ZARA's window displays. . .

Bershka

Good luck to all of you with your holiday shopping. Hopefully you don't get injured and/or learn to crowd surf~

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Beauty Behind Buildings

2010-11-21T15:15:00.000-08:00

I was walking past a building unbeknownst to me and this caught my peripheral line of vision and made me stop in my tracks, turn, grab my camera and snap.

The angles that these three buildings made were beautiful. Hidden away in the alley's shadows was a bold, jagged, assymetrical silhouette, waiting to be discovered.

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Brick Lane

2010-11-21T14:43:00.001-08:00

Mad Style In Brick Lane

I think he wears it well :)
Rock it.

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Do Not Disturb

2010-11-21T14:30:00.000-08:00

As much as I love taking pictures of cats, I'm actually a total dog person lol. I'm allergic to cats, and can't touch them without having to wash my hands right after. I don't like their claws. . .they are too sharp. But. . .they are still freakin cute to look at! :3

I've been really into making series images lately. I think that the repetition and movement in the images add a lot of energy and character to the whole picture.

What do you guys think?

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Rust

2010-11-20T15:53:00.000-08:00

"I am a curious kitten"

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TOPSHOP

2010-11-20T10:59:00.000-08:00

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The Fog

2010-11-19T15:20:00.000-08:00

Finsbury Park, 19/11/2010, 7:25 am

Winters cold, grey mist and dampness surrounds me. Drinking in the icy air with every breath. I can not see across the field. What was once there is now lost, submerged in the fog.

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Plush Hats

2010-11-19T15:13:00.000-08:00

Has anyone else noticed this huge winter trend!?
Plush hats! There's all kinds of 'em out there. . .tigers, bears, koalas, frogs. . .I even saw a Mickey Mouse one in camden. . .which I thought about purchasing :3 . . .it was too cute!

Rania and I tried on a few in River Island the other night. Not quite sure where we'd wear them to though~ :P

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FOLLOW ME

2010-11-13T04:15:00.000-08:00

Hey guys,

I'd really like to know what you think about my blog, so if you leave comments(below blog entry), or click "FOLLOW"(top left menu), it would be much appreciated! Or you could even share my blog with your friends on Facebook or Twitter by clicking my "Share it" gadget on the lower right side menu below my followers.

This way, I'll know people are actually reading it and it will encourage me to update it more often for you guys. Or let me know what you DON'T like, that's even better and can help me even more!

Thanks a lot to those of you who have been following and commenting. I hope you have enjoyed my blog!

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lllANSWER MElll

2010-11-11T15:13:00.000-08:00

A few months ago I was sitting in Dulles Airport in D.C. and was playing with my new Nikon I had just received as a present from my parents. I began photographing things at my gate, these telephones being some of my favourite subjects. I loved their textures and colours. The thought of using payphones is so retro to me. . .especially today, in an age of "smartphones" and "androids". With this image, I wanted to bring payphones back from the past and thrust them into the future. Robotic, aggressive and edgy. . .demanding that you answer. . .these are the New telephones.

Gaga knows this. . .

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Fly Away

2010-11-11T15:10:00.000-08:00

I took these images while walking around the park in Southfields.

I love photographing animals, especially birds. You only have a few seconds to get the image before they fly away.

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meow

2010-11-11T09:24:00.001-08:00

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Let Light In

2010-11-11T06:57:00.001-08:00

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Call To The Past

2010-11-11T05:43:00.000-08:00

Phew! Thank God they put the emergency number on there, or else I'd NEVER remember it!

Want to get your hands on a beautiful, vintage telephone? Head on over to Covent Garden Market!

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Eyes Wide Shut

2010-11-09T08:16:00.000-08:00

So I stumbled upon this fun discovery the other night. . .

Who better to have sculpted into porcelain(I think it's porcelain) than YOU? :)

It's called The Life-Like Project:Life Sculptures by Herrera Gianino

The sculptors name is Jose Luis Herrera Gianino, and he kindly allowed me to photograph him while he worked.

If you're interested in having your face preserved, check out his shop in the Covent Garden Market or visit www.lifelikeproject.com

CREEPY COOL!

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Exploring

2010-11-09T06:31:00.000-08:00

On my last day off, I decided to go exploring with my camera. I wanted to dedicate the whole day to taking photos. And even if I only took one photo that I loved, it would make the whole day worth it.

Here's a few of them. . .

This one was my favourite of the day. The man was so peaceful there, hardly moving at all, fitting in perfectly with his environment. The bars bothered me at first, but I liked the feeling of separation and being apart from the outer reality of the city. . .and the sense of us being outside his peaceful world.

I've realised a pattern with these images. Architecture, Person, Architecture, Person. . .hmmmm what does it mean??? o.O

Hope you enjoy them~

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2NE1 UPDATE

2010-11-04T15:45:00.000-07:00

Make-up can really do WONDERS!

But to be fair, I'm sure they found the worst pictures possible of the girls to put together.
I'd probably look worse than they do after waking up in the morning!
We are all human. . .but. . .it is fun to see the drastic change make-up and clothes can make! :3

2NE1 have recently released a new music video for their track 'It Hurts'.
And although the fairytale/scarytale fashion trend is a few seasons past, I can't help but love the set design and styling for the video.

Check it out! :D

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aUiMaz4BNKw

If you haven't listened to their new album, do it now.

All I have left to say is, that I still love the girls, their music and their style.

GO 2NE1!

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Clear My Mind

2010-11-03T16:11:00.000-07:00

So today there was a tube strike.

You can already guess what kind of mood that put me in.

I get to work at 4:10pm after being on the bus for over an hour.

First thing I hear is that the work I did the night before was "lousy".

This didn't help my mood.

Why am I working in a Mexican fast food restaurant?? This isn't what I want. This was nowhere in my dreams or ever part of my answer whenever people would ask; "What's your dream job?"

I needed to get out. I needed to leave and clear my mind. . .get back to myself.

I left work by 7.

I wandered the streets aimlessly, trying to reach some sort of calm.

Is Christmas here already? It is in Covent Garden.

After taking some photos, I felt somewhat at ease. I needed that.

Burritos BE GONE!!

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Brogues

2010-11-02T08:18:00.000-07:00

Recently bought some new brogues.....

from PRIMARK :D
11 quid! Not bad eh?

And that is Rust, my housemate's new kitten. He likes the brogues too.

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:)

2010-10-26T14:01:00.001-07:00

New hat by Bailey from American Retro in Soho London
Bicycle necklace from Rania :3
T-shirt from Topman
Cardigan from Primark...was white...dyed it...
Mobile...Samsung Galaxy S

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24 Birthday Weekend in Brighton

2010-10-18T06:07:00.000-07:00

So friday the 15th was my birthday!

I didn't plan anything, but Dave planned a weekend away in Brighton :)

Here's a few pictures from our trip. . .

Fish & Chips . . . delicious

I want that bike

Dave wanted to go in the water. . .

Sitting on the Helter Skelter on the pier

beep. beep.

ONWARDS!

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A Wandering

2010-10-11T19:16:00.000-07:00

Bincho Japanese restaurant . . . delicious! And they accept Taste London cards!

Chinatown

Zara. Does anyone else think that their window displays don't fit the stores character? It's like they are trying to create an image that is more fun and creative than the brand actually is. Then you go into the store and you're just bored with what you find.

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<----- Yesterday

2010-10-07T14:20:00.000-07:00

I was off yesterday. . .

Woke up nice and late. . .it was nice and sunny~

Had a relaxing shower. . .

Brushed my teeeeth~ :D

Went shopping on Oxford Street. . .

Bought a new jacket @ River Island. . .84.99 . . .I love it :3

Met up with Rania and went to watch a independent music artist documentary at the Raindance Film Festival

Had a delicious, late-night dinner at Ed's Diner afterward's~

The end to a lovely day off~

BACK TO WORK!!

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Bath

2010-10-05T20:27:00.001-07:00

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Light Surge

2010-10-05T20:23:00.000-07:00

2010-09-30T21:16:00.000-07:00

My love will come. . .

Portrait Play

2010-09-29T16:27:00.000-07:00

Just playing around with Paint

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Samba Samba!

2010-09-27T15:31:00.000-07:00

Hello!

So. . .Apart from working at the restaurant every day, I managed to go out one night for Melissa's birthday at Guanabara(near Holborn station) last friday. We had a yummy Brazilian dinner and enjoyed some samba music and dancing~! I definately recommend it. . .was a really fun night out. The music and venue was great. There were dinner tables arranged around a dance floor, with bands playing live music in the center, Brazilian dancers performing and a conga line! Check it out sometime if you want to try something new. . .it's a great change of scenery~

i got a bit sweaty. . .leather in a club tends to do that to you~

HAPPY BIRTHDAY AGAIN MELI~!

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Beauty in Blur

2010-09-19T08:28:00.000-07:00

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NEW LOOK

2010-09-19T06:36:00.000-07:00

What do you think of my new layout?
I thought it was time for a re-vamp :3

Hope you enjoy the new look!

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I LOVE GRAPHIC TEES!

2010-09-18T12:01:00.000-07:00

Hey guys,

Got some new tees today, thought I'd share :3

What do you think? If you like them, go out and get your own! They were only 4 quid each!

Only at. . .your local Primark ;)

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