It’s Time for Surgery.

I’ve come to realize that the Fans need a better looking playground here at xynntii.com with a user interface that is to die for. The demand over the Fansite is growing rapidly and it’s only a matter of time before a couple more sponsors join in, so xynn tii imagery. needs to be prepared for it.

Because of this revelation, I have chosen to team up with a couple of sick designers from Collision Labs to completely revamp this company’s identity. Beginning next month and ending before December, xynn tii imagery. is going to have a better logo and an even better site design. Words can’t describe how ready I am for this renovation process and I’m doing it only for the Clients/Fans! Speaking of which, the new Client Booth will be insanely dynamic and easy to use. Stay tuned!

Let’s Take It Wayyy Back!

I came across a great tutorial at Chris Spooner’s Blog on how to give your photos a wacky retro look using Photoshop. Just a little experiment I had to fool around with, specifically with this photo of Andrea Carolina.

This is one of Andrea’s (sexy Colombian) favorite photos from a shoot that we did last year. It was crazy how much hype there was over her shoes. The heels are great, but seriously? Look who’s wearing the heels! This shot was taken at the pool deck of where I live in dwntwn Miami. I despise the 90 degree sun but it made for a great substitute to the softbox I didn’t have at the time.

Come to think of it, I took this photo with my old camera, the Nikon D200. Wow, has it really been that long? I’ve had the Canon 7D going on a year now. But fortunately, Andrea and I look forward to doing another shoot before this year’s end. Gotta love the opportunity.

My Former Crush: 50 Biscayne

Yea, I was pretty high up, for Miami at least. 50 floors above the ground and looking south from Everglades on the Bay, you’ll receive this nice view of 50 Biscayne. It’s still relatively new as it opened to residents in 2008. The color palette used within this tower’s exterior design is excellent and really stands out during the day and at night. I dimmed the surrounding towers, making them less distracting.

I can’t decide for sure which directional view I like best in dwntwn Miami. My condo balcony looks out west to the city, as planes touchdown at Miami Int’l. But the east view is just as great, especially at night. The beach is always spotlighted from the distance, making it viewable from the dwntwn area. So majestic and easy on the eyes, I really look forward to its progression. Future hurricanes better play nice!

Rewind: Oldest Eyecandy In Town

Per request, I re-released this photo over at the Fansite. This is the first of the photos taken within my Eyecandy Portfolio, long before I started taking photography serious. In fact, I randomly took this shot after Art | Basel in December of 2008. I welcome you to purchase this print via xynntii.com right now.

I’m Satisfied w/ not Getting Electrocuted.

Following the unprecedented success in print sales from Coming Home to a Sherbet Twilight, I also looked to capture the opposite effect; the sunset during a disgusting storm. I only wish every sunset was sexy but it doesn’t always work out, especially after it rains.

To put this photo over the top I decided on converting it to monochrome, adding in a copper tint. I enjoy it every time: when I’m able to witness those light rays striking through the clouds and spotlighting the land below. Now that’s the sexy part. ^_^

More Entertainment Than it was Competition.

Red Bull Flugtag made it’s 2010 premiere at Miami’s Bayfront Park! For those not familiar with this event, enthusiasts are given the opportunity to express themselves via the assembly of man-made flying crafts. During the actual event, these teams wheel their devices off the Red Bull Flight Deck. They are mainly judged on flight distance in addition to creativity and showmanship. This is the ultimate promotion formula for Red Bull as an estimated 85,000 witnessed Flugtag alongside Biscayne Bay.

LBJ & CB Alongside Flash

It’s been a few days since the announcement so I’m simply telling you what you already know. Even the hospital coma patients are aware of Lebron James’s new $110 million, 6-year contract with the Miami Heat. Just as important, Chris Bosh (5-time NBA All-Star) has also joined the squad. Not to mention, Dwyane Wade has opted out of free agency to re-sign.

Let’s make something clear: I don’t engage in the bandwagon thing. My heart will always be with the Lakers. However, being a Miami resident, it would be inhumane for me to not like what just happened. Obviously the Miami economy is approaching the launching pad for take-off, not to mention: season tickets sold out entirely within a couple days; a complete 360 degree turnaround from last season. The Heat are indeed back in business.

As soon as I heard about the Welcome Party for the Big 3, I got in contact with media relations over at the American Airlines Arena and they were kind enough to allow me access for photo coverage. (Thanks so much to Liz & Jeff) It was great, simultaneously being an arm-length away from Bosh, James & Wade during the press conference. c:

This is noteworthy: During the interview of Heat’s General Manager Pat Riley and Head Coach Erik Spoelstra, they made very clear on the intension of bringing in a couple other Big Names for next season. Where in the world did they get all of the cap space!? Seems like a worthy investment if you ask me.

The Most Legendary Landmark in Dwntwn

Well, you can’t even see it in this shot, but the Freedom Tower encapsulates 85 years of Miami history. You can’t say that about too many structures still standing in the dwntwn area.

Currently, this guillotine is still on display just outside the Freedom Tower, apparently for the awareness of past torture methods used by… yea, I really have no idea why this random guillotine is out there. But I was asked to take a shot of it for a last minute assignment a couple months ago. Came out pretty well, but I made sure to keep my distance. :p

Massive Rollout Success of “Sherbet Twilight”

Well damn, it’s really hard to follow a photo like my last: Coming Home to a Sherbet Twilight. This Eyecandy has become the most successful rollout for prints sold! I try not to have high expectations but I’m glad this print is doing so well. You can buy this photo too! (They start at a marvelous $12) Head over to my Eyecandy Portfolio now! If you need help, view the Screenshot Tour on how to buy prints at xynntii.com/buyprints. Thanks to all the enthusiasts thus far!

Deadmau5 w/ His Groupie Audience

The mosts memorable photo opp I had since coming to Miami has been Ultra Music Festival. I’ve actually released about a dozen photos from Ultra 12 because it’s been hard for me to narrow them down to a couple. So many renowned DJs and artists come out and perform, such as will.i.am, David Guetta, Tiesto and Deadmau5 (just to name a few out of personal bias).

Most importantly, Miami’s Bicentennial Park houses this event every year, which is located right off the water near the Port of Miami. The ginormous stages that are construct reach insane heights, especially the main stage which usually attracts the larger crowd. I could talk about Ultra for days, but the fact remains: you have to come experience the event for yourself, annually during the last week of March.

This Makes for a Sexy Desktop!

Head over to my Eyecandy Portfolio, where you can download this photo and use it as wallpaper for your computer desktop! Even though I’m extremely bias in saying this: it feels great waking up to this photo in the morning when I open my Mac. ^_^ (Soooo bias I know, but my ego made me say it!) I released this photo over at Eyecandy a few days ago and it is selling astronomically! It was grand opening mayhem! You can go buy this print now as well.

I mentioned this within An Orgasmic Sunset: I’m rarely ever at my condo to witness all of the sexy evening sunsets. It pisses me off because I miss out on a lot of them and I almost missed this one! Luckily I got home from Miami Beach in time to capture what I call a Sherbet Twilight. I’ve never seen anything like it in real life. I only enhanced the vibrancy, not the saturation. There were a couple guys on the balcony of a high rise across the way that know exactly what I’m talking about: this sunset was surreal. =D

Eyecandy Tastes Better at my Portfolio!

You know you want a taste of my Eyecandy. But luckily, it comes in an abundance of sizes! Don’t think nasty; I’m referring to my photos over at portfolio.xynntii.com.You can see all of my photos by clicking “Portfolio” at the top. Some are misled by the slideshow, but those who have been to online portfolio’s before understand that it’s just an opening teaser.

You can even buy prints directly within the genre galleries so go crazy! The most popular print sold thus far this premiere month has been Venus Williams is Pretty Damn Intimidating! Listen: You don’t have to stress over it anymore. Buy that print in addition to any other within Eyecandy today.

Acknowledge the Olympia Theatre.

During the finale night of Miami Int’l Film Festival (MIFF) 2010 I was called to get some shots of the audience; folks waiting in line for tickets and making their way indoors. I wanted to create a sense of perspective and location so before crossing the street I got low, set up the tripod and take exposure takes its course. Coincidentally, a Benz sped by a the same time I triggered off. Fortunately I was able to capture the people in one piece, in contrast to the strobe effect from the vehicle.

Zipping Past the Miami Film Festival

The Most Blank Stares I’ve Ever Received

Your Majesty: Olympia Theatre

Undisclosed Hallway of Maurice Gusman

Above are links to all the other recent photos I’ve taken and published from the Gusman Center and Olympia Theatre. See how considerate I am? Always got your back! =D