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A few weeks ago I had the opportunity to shoot Richmond’s own Michael Taylor as he presented his Spring 2010 fashion show at the Lucky Strike building. As the models gathered for a quick pre-show pep talk amid a whirlwind of last-minute makeup, jewelry and scarves, Taylor told them that what he wanted from them was “drama.” Well…there was definitely plenty of high drama and attitude on that runway! I loved seeing Taylor’s creativity on display and I am so excited that Richmond would host such a great show! If you get a chance, check out the slideshow I put together for the Richmond Times-Dispatch and enjoy!

Photos by Eva Russo

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Saturday I photographed the second day of this year’s Richmond Folk Festival for the Richmond Times-Dispatch. I actually shot 3 festivals in 2 days this weekend, the Folk Festival, an Italian festival and an Indian festival. Needless to say, I’m sort of festivaled out at this point. However, I truly enjoyed shooting the folk festival. There were so many acts, so many cultural and musical traditions represented, I shot for hours and I could have kept going. Following are some of the images from the day, everything from a Cherokee storyteller (above) to Samba Mapangala and his African rhumba, Swamp Dogg and his fancy shoes, Sounds of Korea, La Gran Banda Columbian brass papayera and the No BS Brass Band and their New Orleans-style memorial parade. Enjoy!