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Gallery 100: A fittingly vibrant last gallery from Lil5. Vibrant, sassy, humorous and full of attitude Lil5 bows out with a bang. I wish him well for the future.





Gallery 99: A dazzling gallery from the ever sprightly DD in the dazzling shirt. DD is cool customer throughout.





Gallery 98: James is entranced by the game he’s playing. His intense concentration makes him hooked on every move and detail. No wonder teenagers can’t get any sleep nowadays!





Gallery 97: Jesse has a comfortingly serene manner. His calming gallery is one to soothe the senses, his smile sweetening the taste. He makes casual look cool.





Gallery 96: It’s the Incredible Hunk! Wes busts some serious moves like he’s ready to pound his opponents into the ground. Slick and smooth, this bad boy outpaces all comers. I love the pouty attitude he shows.  Look out Arnie! Another Terminator’s gunning for you!





Gallery 95: Jaxon looks so angelic dressed all in white against the white background. He looks like he’s in heaven. The minimalist setting echoes the shoots and videos of many popstars nowadays, putting this right up there with the best. Jaxon looks so composed and well-groomed like the star he really is.





Gallery 94: A charming gallery from LJ. His exuberance and outgoing character shines throughout each shoot in the gallery. The lively outdoor shoot is a joy, with some lovely, classy settings. LJ can handle a sword with style and panache, too.





Gallery 93: If anyone can make sitting pretty look really special, it’s Jordan . He has such a vibrant face that immediately draws you in. His diverse range of expressions adds to the interest. The lighting on the white background gives the shoot a feathery lightness, enhancing Jordan ’s glowing features.





Gallery 92: With the severe winter weather we are suffering, Jayson’s gallery comes as a welcome relief. I’d forgotten what summer looked like! Jayson some serious street cred to his latest shoot, acting cool and casual in every setting. If only we could join him in the sun!





Gallery 91: Hey, I love Jakob’s slick new haircut. It suits him and fits the clean-cut chic of this gallery. Jakob looks so hip and dangerous in this gallery he could give Elvis a run for his money. His brilliant smile is a killer, too. He also exudes a hint of sly mischievousness. Jakob has a captivatingly wistful look in his eyes that grabs your attention.





Gallery 90: DD gets us in the festive mood with some light flexing When we’re feeling tired from last minute shopping, and winding down from work, this gallery boosts your energy and just by looking at it. It has a very warm glow. An inspiration to get up and exercise those cold bones!





Gallery 89: Spencer looks just the part as one of Santa’s little helpers. Chirpy and cheerful, he brings much needed warmth to the cold winter. He seems like he’d be really happy in helping out sorting out the presents for all the good boys and girls. The dazzling background has a nice snowy look, too.





Gallery 88: This shoot intimate study of James, where we get up close and personal. It’s great to see every nuance of emotion, from joy and laughter to contemplation and introspection. James sits on the stool engrossed in thought like Rodin’s Thinker. He seems so alert and direct, connecting intensely with the viewer. The chair shots are action-packed, where he holds the back tightly like a speeding driver on a collision course with you, gazing with concentration.





Gallery 87: You can tell Jesse is really proud of his body, a testament to intensive training and hard work. His knowing smile gives away his pleasure in the camera’s gaze. The sideways poses with his hand on his head are graceful studies of form, caressed by gentle shadows. They are reminiscent of classical Old Master sketches, detailing every line and texture of the body.





Gallery 86: I like Wes’ strong, tough demeanour, lightened with gentle knowing grins. Well composed and smooth as silk, he has an amiable, outgoing personality. He seems very confident in himself, sturdy and reliable. If I was his potential boss I’d hire him!





Gallery 85: Jaxon has bags full of charm oozing out of every pore - a person who’d light up the room as soon as he walked in. His smile and laughter are highly infectious. He seems like the kind of guy who’d be fun to hang out with, shown by his friendly interaction with Jesse. Jaxon has style, too, especially in the cool black costume sitting serenely on the antique chair.





Gallery 84: It’s great to see this early gallery from LJ. We can see the budding shoots of his talent grow. He has a self-awareness that carefully crafts his poise and grace. He seems so keen and collected for one so young; his focused gaze displays wisdom, maturity and experience.  He seems totally at home in front of the camera.





Gallery 83: This gallery has a lovely bright and airy feel to it. Despite being indoors it seems very roomy. The sunny lighting adds to the effect. Lil5’s sense of fun and animation make his surroundings an attractive place to crash and have a party!





Gallery 82: DD looks so comfortable in that jacket he loves so much. It suits him well. DD seems even more self-assured and confident as a result. The floor poses have a Zen-like transcendence to them, like DD is experiencing spiritual ecstasy. DD is comfortable in his skin as well as the jacket.





Gallery 81: I love Jordan ’s candidness in this gallery. He’s very natural, fresh and open. He has a commanding star presence that fills each shot. The understated photography allows Jordan ’s lively and sparkling personality to shine through. He’s cool and casual without any airs or graces. The stylish dragon shirt is great, too.





Gallery 80: Lil5 looks fearsome in the cop gear. He looks a like a no-nonsense guy who’ll beat the proverbial out of you if you give him any trouble. But he’s got seriously sly look on his face that betrays his enjoyment in meeting out such punishment J. There’s some hard flexing to back up his threat. Break the law at your peril!





Gallery 79: Holy Cow! DD looks extremely dark, dangerous and ready to sock it to the bad guys. Fighting fit for the battle. That’s a cool bat-knife he has, too. This Caped Crusader will despatch his foes with style and panache, topped by a creepy menace that’ll strike fear into the criminals of Gotham City .





Gallery 78: Jayson bright and breezy demeanour is very welcome now that the clocks have been put back in Britain and the early evenings are dark. I feel like it’s spring already!





Gallery 77: His hair may be tied back, but Lil5 doesn’t hold back from being his usual charming self. A nice casual shoot with good relaxed and playful postures.





Gallery 76: DD is very poised balancing form, composition with and action. He injects carefree fun and intensity, too, giving the shoot an emotional resonance. A striking demonstration of mental and physical balance.





Gallery 75: Jakob is so cool he could turn fire into ice. His steely gaze is impressive. But it’s also great to see the subtle shifts in mood. The occasional hint of a smile, then a fully fledged grin, in stark contrast to his serious looks. His lighter side is very refreshing.





Gallery 74: Another fun-filled gallery from the king of merriness. The humour and high jinks come thick and fast. He can certainly strike a pose, too.





Gallery 73: There is some fabulous scenery here and Jayson is just as stunning. I love the luscious greenery. The landscape has huge, open feel to it that Jayson fills with his sultry charm and laughter as bright as the summer sun.





Gallery 72: Johnny has a real spark and vibrancy that light up his photos. He’s very alert and engaging to watch. His enthusiasm oozes out through every pore. He’s up for every challenge and puts 100% in. I love the field photos in particular. Johnny looks at home playing in the wild. The portraits are intimate and striking, too.





Gallery 71: Hey, I love DD’s new Jersey , the shiny shirt of a winner. DD wears it with pride and happiness. It adds an uplifting feel to the shoot together with DD’s winsome smile. There’s an added air of confidence and machismo in the Joe Boxer section of the shoot, too.





Gallery 70: Jakob has a dark, brooding intensity that stirs the soul. His strong and sturdy demeanour betrays a simmering cauldron of sensuality oozing through his cool and collected posture. The chiaroscuro lighting heightens the effect a thousandfold adding an air of scintillating mystery and raw danger. Jakob has a mesmeric quality that teases you to solve his mystery. Only when he smiles does he let down his guard.





Gallery 69: An elastic band is a perfect metaphor for Lil5’s latest – snappy, stretching with versatility and holding the shoot together in one neat package. It’s a whole lot of fun, too. Lil5 brings flair, charisma and a luminosity of spirit that outshines the studio lights.





Gallery 68: Hey, that tube looks so comfortable I could sleep in it! DD appears like he’s really crashing down a river and having a lot of fun. Love the funky smiley ball, too J.





Gallery 67: The splendid mellow sunset and grand classical architecture give James’ gallery a soothingly evocative and timeless quality. James’ lonely look of longing adds to the reflective mood. A gallery that provokes memories and wonder.





Gallery 66: If any photo gallery was going to get kids into reading this would be it. Jojo so honestly conveys his keen interest in the comics that you feel like joining in. He genuinely looks pooped after a hard night’s reading, too. This gallery takes us all back to a time when we would jump on a bed and dive into a wonderful fantasy world through words and pictures. Jojo’s big-eyed expressions are a joy to watch.





Gallery 65: DD looks especially suave and sharp despite the casual wear. He has a well-mannered demeanour dashed with an air of cool, giving the gallery hipness and style. Relaxation never looked so good.





Gallery 64: A great opportunity to get up close and personal with Jordan in these intimate portraits. His bubbly smile is as captivating as ever. His delicate quirks and expressions are fascinating to watch, especially as his eyes brim with so much soul and emotion. A nice introspective shoot.





Gallery 63: Lil5’s exuberance matches his bright and snazzy outfit perfectly. He injects some serious fun and vibrancy into the shoot. This gives it a light touch that contrasts the dark background and enhances his liveliness. His quirky and playful side is always infectious, capturing your attention immediately. Where can I get one of those balls J?!





Gallery 62: DD’s gallery has lovely mellow feel to it created by the dark colours of the shirt and background. The wispy shadows add to the moody atmosphere. DD carries the shoot with class and attitude. The shots where he is peering into the camera are particularly gripping with intensity. Even the shirtless shots contribute to the smart casual tone.





Gallery 61: GBoy has a great ability to combine toughness and charisma. He portrays the steeliness of a sportsman in the muscle poses with openness and character in the portrait shots. I love the Usain Bolt-style “to the world” postures, echoing the stature and pride of a world class athlete.





Gallery 60: The strong colours and textures of Jayson’s latest gallery make you feel you are right there with him. I can even feel the breeze blowing through his hair. Jayson’s in his element, taking it easy and going with the flow. He appears such a cool playboy parading on his nifty boat. A taste of paradise with a touch of class.





Gallery 59: Jesse looks so proud and commanding in his chair, like a Roman emperor showing off his domain. His cheeky, winsome smile adds to the allure, complementing the plush brown chair and curtain. The chiaroscuro portraits bring out a subtly enigmatic and moody side to Jesse, contrasting the serene and lighter portraits later on.

 





Gallery 58: DD looks so chilled and ready to party by the pool with a few cocktails. Love the double shadow effect in this one, tripling the sunshine feeling.





Gallery 57: Lil5’s energy and vitality shine throughout in his latest. He has that exhilarating Iggy Pop-style charisma that draws your attention as soon as you see him, without anything fancy. He’s not just a model but a larger than life character, too. In terms of modelling and photography he proves the old adage that less is more.





Gallery 56: You don’t see many people with hats nowadays, maybe because we don’t see them as casual wear.  GBoy belies this stereotype by wearing his hat with consummate style and ease, adding some nice playful touches. I could easily see him wearing it anywhere from the city street to the Australian Outback.





Gallery 55: This series expresses all the conflicting emotions of the average computer user: joy, surprise, exasperation, curiosity, deep concentration. They’re all there. Feels just like a day at the office. Jojo is fabulous at expressing emotions and making you feel them too. He’s a great little actor.





Gallery 54: If looks could kill…. Jakob looks so dark and dangerous he could give Batman a run for his money. Black just looks so good on him, perfectly matching his hair. He has an intoxicating air of mystery, too. Jakob’s smile is a revelation demonstrating his intensely likeable lighter side.





Gallery 53: Jordan has a striking presence that captivates you immediately. His commanding posture, soulful eyes and glimmering smile draw you in like a moth to a flame. He has a deep and meditative look of intense emotion, pulling you into his thoughts. He draws you in with his acting, too; he looks so concentrated and studious on his computer, making you wonder what he’s typing.





Gallery 52: I love the motion effect of James’ skating when viewing his shots in high speed. He’s a nifty little skater and looks like he’s having so much fun. The soft yellow light of the setting sun is highly evocative, making James glow like a skating demigod adorned by the sun. You get the slightly ominous feeling that James is getting in his last skating just before the sun goes down, each shot ticking down until sunset. The urban settings work well as places you would imagine where a city boy would live and hang out.  James seems right at home on his turf.





Gallery 51: Hey, I hear motorcycle champions have to stay fit for racing. Well, DD looks like he’ll be powering down the tracks in his car races! No. 22 will certainly be No. 1 on the podium. DD seems very self-assured and confident with his new physique, posing with grace, too. We could have a car racing version of World Superbike’s Ben Spies here. Keep up with the factory work!





Gallery 50: One Cool Daddy-O who wears sagginess with style, Lil5’s easygoing attitude brings out the dude in all of us. His natural charm exudes throughout this gallery, whether in a relaxed pose or proudly flexing his pecs. This lends his shoot a timeless quality, whether saggy clothes are in or out of fashion.





Gallery 49: Jayson brings to life the joy of being on the beach. He brings a light mood that matches the bright sandy shore and the lush greenery. He feels so at home in his surroundings and makes us want to be there, too. Sitting proudly on the rocks or taking a brisk stroll along the bridge, Jayson seems comfortably in command of his personal paradise.





Gallery 48: For someone always in style, DD’s beard suits him well. And nobody looks as chilled and relaxed as him either. And keep working on those abs, DD – you’ll soon be fighting fit for car racing! I love the mirror shots. They have a psychological depth to them. DD is literally reflecting upon himself, as if self aware for the first time. He looks so keen and interested - enough to take a picture for posterity, to physically record his soul.  The mirror frames DD as if it were a portal into his mind, like Alice through the looking glass.





Gallery 47: A delightful gallery from Jojo. I love the matching candy cream colours which enhance Jojo’s bright personality. His non-stop high jinks are a joy to watch and his energy is infectious. Jojo’s ad-libbed antics are a testament to a brilliant and buzzing intelligence at work. He’s the kind of guy who’d light up a room as soon as he walks in!





Gallery 46: Being a Brit, I have to be biased in liking the Ben Sherman shirt as well as DD. DD exemplifies the best British traits: Bulldog bravado, strength and confidence; an outgoing, adventurous and open spirit. That’s what makes him a racing champion!





Gallery 45: Hey, GB’s cooler than my freezer! Very jazzy (especially with that shirt). There’s real colour in this gallery, in quirkiness and bubbliness, as well as visually. A snazzy mover, he seems so perky and ready to groove. He’s what you could call a diamond geezer – a real solid kind of guy.





Gallery 44: A sweet gallery with fantastic settings, natural light and tone, evoking lazy, hazy afternoons in the country. I love the long moody shadows, complementing the soft, gentle light. Josh brings to life those memories of having a nice quiet lie down or playing under a soothing sunset. The warmth and energy is this gallery is emanated tenfold from Josh’s golden radiance. He makes you want to be a child again!





Gallery 43: An effective gallery, notable for its low-key style relying on Lil5’s sheer natural charm rather than quirky humour or muscle power. He has an open personality which is engaging and approachable. He looks like a fun kind of guy.





Gallery 42: LJ draws you into this diverse gallery with casual style in the creamy yellow setting. He always looks commanding and at ease in his environment, making it his own. The water-soaked series has beautiful close-up portraits, full of intensity and vigour, concentrating on LJ’s strong gaze. The water glitters his skin texture making him shine like a gleaming warrior. He seems like an athlete who’s just come back from a tough game and is taking a short breather. But he still has a lot of energy in him and is hungry for more. The glasses shoot is very quirky and humorous, a chance for LJ to show his light-hearted side. I wonder what’s so shocking and funny in Professional Photographer magazine….!





Gallery 41: A rock god or what?! James Dean as a pop star. His brooding intensity is magnetic and his smouldering gaze captivating. Very stylish and moody, whether in smart casual clothes or topless in jeans. He’d make a hot day look cool. Jakob’s striking presence and taut muscularity ooze a powerful energy and athleticism, like a Herculean demigod in command of his musical powers and the audience. He’d put Iggy Pop to shame! He almost has a narcissistic confidence in himself that betrays no fear. This shoot would make great promotional material if Jakob goes on tour or releases an album.





Gallery 40: A well chilled DD makes this gallery very relaxing to watch. He seems very happy and content. The lighting and shadows enhance the bubbly mood by creating the illusion of DD floating beyond the fluorescent red background. Very trippy and hypnotic.





Gallery 39: I love the way the gallery starts with James looking really eager to go out and surf. The dark-grey background silhouetting James brings his bright energy into sharp relief, while contradicting the brilliant blue skies James must be hoping for. Even his shorts reflect James’ burning determination to have a good time in the sun. He strikes a dashing pose with the surfboard, too. The colourful garden shoot makes a beautiful contrast to the indoor scene. James’ big expressive eyes make for great close-ups. His radiant smile and serene composure compliment the sunny scene perfectly.





Gallery 38: Jesse is a serene model with a captivating presence. An affable personality, his smile has a warmth and openness that draws you in and cheers your day.





Gallery 37: There’s an extra brightness and deft touch in DD’s latest gallery. Extra daylight maybe? An inexplicable something has encouraged an even higher intuitive grasp of posture and composition. It’s amazing what circumstance can produce. One cool gallery.





Gallery 36: Hey, I love Batman, too – all dark and mysterious. Lil5 captures the enigma and attraction of the smooth Bruce Wayne. I think, with his incredible physique, Lil5 would have the strength and speed of the Six Million Dollar Man. A bodybuilding Six Million Dollar Man in a mask – that would be cool….





Gallery 35: Jojo’s such a bubbly little guy. You feel by osmosis the huge well of enthusiasm and energy bursting from him – so much, you want to run around and do some exercises! Jojo looking happy makes me feel happy. He just blows away all adult cynicism and despair. Those quirky expressions are magic. A charming portrait model.





Gallery 34: Jordan ’s a dazzling charmer with those delightfully perky bright eyes. Even his braces gleam like stars, adding to his sunny smile. Jordan has a balletic grace and poise about him, too – a tribute to his gymnastic background. His chiaroscuro portraits are beautiful still life studies of form, texture and definition. With his steely demeanour, you certainly sense that Jordan is strong on the inside as well as out.





Gallery 33: Impressive gallery from LJ. He looks so sharp and self-assured, like a future sports star in the making. I can imagine a shoot like this a glossy newspaper magazine article on top name athletes. Let’s hope this is a sign of things to come. His winsome smile will win many sports fans.





Gallery 32: What a contrast to the sedate Gallery 29! DD powerhouses his way through the shoot. Full of high jinks and energy, it seems like he was bursting to let loose and bust some moves. He’s even spirited enough to do gymnastic handstands. Has Jordan got a rival…..?





Gallery 31: A masterclass in machismo to put Arnold Schwarzenegger to shame. Love those growly expressions that make The Hulk look like a wimp. The abstract study of muscles and sinew, well highlighted by the stark lighting, adds a touch of Greco-Roman classicism, making Lil5 look like a statue. Although, I’m sure, serious about working his body, Lil5 always adds a sense of fun to his shoots.





Gallery 30: Jojo has one of those faces that lights you up as soon as you see him. So bright and quirky! Very cool and funky, too. If he was my alarm clock he would get me out of bed straight away! I love his sense of joy in everything he does. I know nothing about baseball but his lively ball skills make me want to play. A charm to behold.





Gallery 29: Cool and considered, DD gives us a methodical and thoughtful series. He displays a calm exterior but exudes deep, reflective thoughts. The small behavioural quirks and bursts of emotion add interest to the story.





Gallery 28: What a wonderfully appropriate gallery for the bright summer days upon us. Golden Jayson shines like the sun in this beautifully evocative gallery. The backdrops make you feel like going on a holiday to a warm tropical paradise, lying on the beach and watching the sun go down. A lovely breath of fresh, breezy air.





Gallery 27: Only DD can make casual look smart, no matter how informal, even in a shirt and jeans. His rough costume actually looks quite cool, together with the earthy grey black background. His engaging and quirky, lighthearted personality elevates this shoot with humour and spirit.





Gallery 26: The black shirt, grey shirt and background compliment each other very well in this sleek gallery. GBoy’s easygoing temperament and smooth looks give this gallery the feel of a cool pop star photoshoot.

 






Gallery 25: What a groovy dude! What a shirt! Great shades! A wonderfully jazzy gallery full of fluorescently kaleidoscopic colours to bring the funk back into the dark and dreary recession. Lil5 has the hip look and upbeat attitude to take us all back to a sunnier, easygoing time.

 






Gallery 24: LJ looks very smart and pumped for action on the field. He certainly makes sportswear look classy as a bowtie and dinner jacket. Even the holes in the socks have a chic authenticity, as if LJ had been seriously training hard on the pitch all summer. As always, like a really fast curved ball, his charming smile is a knockout.





Gallery 23: Fiery red is a very suitable colour for Jakob. Refined and composed, Jakob exudes a burning energy underneath the surface. A strong vitality pours through his cool, smouldering gaze. A slick and smooth addition to the Going Foto family.





Gallery 22: DD and I chime on the same level. Blue is my favourite colour too, reminiscent of bright sunny skies and sparkling sapphire oceans. Moody blue is a soothing and evocative colour. DD’s gallery expresses the contemplative side of the colour, which takes you beyond the hustle and bustle of the real world into calm dreamlike state. DD’s breezy demeanour greatly adds to the effect. Even though it is shot indoors, the imaginary influence of blue makes it almost seem like DD’s outdoors on a golden beach.





Gallery 21: Small but deadly! Jojo injects lots of zest and fierce energy into an action-packed series. I love his facial expressions of concentration, frustration, meditation and physical exertion. Every pose looks as serious and convincing as moves from an adult black belt, especially with the weapons. Watch out - there’s a Jojo about!





Gallery 20: A good effort from DD with a very strong personal touch. He has an introspective style that injects mood and gravitas into his modelling. I love the way the series evolves from informal portraiture to solid, physical muscle shots – with wonderfully defining light and shade – and ending full circle with a mixture of the two.





Gallery 19: Love the cool outfit. Very chic-modern and retro-cowboy at the same time. Lil5 is always reliable in giving his galleries a playful enthusiasm, dashed with a hint of danger. The dodging bullets series works like the awesome slow motion sequence in The Matrix. I can see Lil5 reeling from a speeding bullet whizzing past, then quick-drawing his pistol to blast the bad guy.





Gallery 18: GBoy’s sense of fun bubbles over in his latest gallery; the excitement gleams from his eyes. He’s such a cool dude, too, striking a wicked pose for the camera. Charming and approachable, this is one teenager any granny would love to meet!





Gallery 17: Smart and ready to go to the ball! James blooms with class, manners and confidence. He has a strong commanding presence that defies his tender years. James’ self-awareness allows him to slip seamlessly from a formal suit to casual wear with ease, retaining an intensely mesmeric presence. I love the way his serious look melts into a heart-warming smile at the end.





Gallery 16: GBoy is well into his groove and looks very comfortable in front of the camera. He dazzles us with his sparkling personality as well as the shirt. Overall, this is a very calming gallery with a strong composure. There is a sense of harmony and balance from the relaxed postures and the muted colour scheme. The action shots add a nice contrast to the sober portraits.





Gallery 15: A wonderful gallery from the cool hipster. The jeans may be torn and the vest not what you’d don at the Oscars, but DD carries them with a chic grace and confidence. The Andrew Christian briefs add a touch of class while fitting into the casual look. The flexing shots bring raw muscle power to complement the clothes.

 






Gallery 14: Wet and wild! I love the action in this one. You can’t see the screen but you sense the tension and the excitement from LJ’s face. He looks really gripped and emotional about the game - everything from joy to frustration. The wet look works in giving the illusion that LJ has worked up a serious sweat playing 40 rounds on Tomb Raider, or just came in from a swim to play his favourite game. Who says kids don’t exercise playing computer games?! The portraits at the end are charming casual shots of LJ's natural charisma. The soccer shoot starts off meticulously with LJ putting on kit items one by one. It feels like a ticking clock slowly winding towards the big match, like a game of delicate and careful preparation in itself for the match. Like a true sportsman LJ poses so comfortably with the ball as if they were one.





Gallery 13: The evolution of this superman knows no bounds. With his bulk Lil5 will soon be lifting DD’s cars! Cool as a penguin, but also with a sense of humour, we see an impressive pectoral display from Lil5 as well as playful fun and games.






Gallery 12: A lovely, summery gallery. I love the way the warm sunset and cool shadows give the feeling of a lazy, relaxing afternoon. The bright green of the plants gives the shoot an inviting back-to-nature look. Josh has a fantastic winning smile, undiminished by his braces; it’s like the sun is beaming from his face rather than the sky. His natural charisma is a charm. With his sax appeal the modelling agencies will be knocking down the door!





Gallery 11: Such a cool dude. GBoy has built his confidence in front the camera and exudes attitude in spades. This gallery is alert and active while also casual and laid back. The boxing shots literally pack a punch.  Cool T-shirt, too.





Gallery 10: A joyful, fun-filled gallery from DD. Feels like he’s loosening up from a hard day at work and letting it all hang out. The air guitar and play-shooting expresses an instinctive and irresistible, spur-of-the-moment playfulness that all us would have with the most simple object. One for the young at heart.





Gallery 9: Looks like we have a future Olympic champion in the making here - perhaps in 2012. Jordan demonstrates great balance, dexterity, poise and flexibility. He skilfully combines his athleticism with a cool composure, looking focussed and totally in control; he’s an actor as well as an athlete. The confident hoodie portraits show him as tough and ready for business- you wouldn’t want to mess with him. The balance and stretching shots, although capturing movement, work well as still lives recording the muscular tension and energy of the human form. I look forward to future shoots from Jordan .





Gallery 8: Lil5 proves he has certainly been working out, pumping it up to the max and showing some serious definition. He puts the Incredible Hulk to shame! The jumps and karate kicks have punch and a sprightly liveliness to them. An impressive start for the new studio.





Gallery 7: Johnny’s has ease and a winning smile in front of the camera. It is regrettable that we won’t be able to see what else he can do artistically.





Gallery 6: LJ comes across as a very cool dude. He is versatile in portraying a raw, street-smart toughness and a charming, casual and relaxed demeanour, too. LJ shows a great sense of danger and menace in the cuffs; he could almost be your friendly neighbourhood criminal! The fiery red background and fluorescent orange shirt lend the shoot a hot, raging feeling giving it a sense of arresting immediacy that captures the eye. The earthiness of the rough red and blue materials compliments LJ’s rugged and natural frankness.





Gallery 5: Only Jojo can make a blank background feel like a bright summery day. Even when he’s only posing, you feel the restless animation of his joy and excitement. Strangely, the steely grey backdrop adds to the intense atmosphere by reflecting the bright sunlight, making a shoot feel hot and humid. Jojo captures this feeling especially when cooling down with the fan and bottle. As always Jojo’s sense of fun and curiosity is abundant as he plays energetically in his environment.





Gallery 4: You can feel the coiled tension and energy in GBoy’s latest. The taught expressions, flexing and exercise movements pack a lot of dynamism. Don’t go near him and those nunchucks! The relaxed portraits, with their versatile expressions, add an interesting contrast to the action shots.





Gallery 3: It may be freezing but LJ’s gallery makes you feel summer is here already. Bright and breezy, LJ shows an easygoing feel and lightness of touch. He uses his impressive definition to portray great statuesque poise.





Gallery 2: That futon looks like a chilling place to be and adds to a relaxing and meditative shoot.



Gallery 1: The clothes maketh the man. The top hat’s very classy and compliments the jazzy modern outfit. Lil’5 doesn’t hold back. He’s very expressive and outgoing.






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