WJMcMaster

   Originally from Southern California, I started out working in the Fashion industry in Los Angeles. I worked as a production assistant for several Action Sports Wear companies.  I was involved in the design of clothing and Graphic Design. I shot Look Books of the lines and helped to produce peripheral materials for trade shows and wholesale merchandising. I have an interest still in the design and production of clothing lines and, as a result I have designed a number of pieces worn in several of my shoots. I believe working in the clothing industry has translated to me having a impeccable eye for details during shoots. I have experience working in the entertainment industry as a production assistant working in set management from small to large productions for film and TV.  
 I have a strong understanding of both studio lighting, and natural light. I have done a fair amount of photography and film for Action sports, as well as portfolio work for models. I have worked with interior designers, real estate agents, models, and Stylists.

   After completing a degree in Graphic Design and Photography from the Brooks College Institute of Design,  I  continued to pursue my education in Graphic Design and photography, attending Boise State University.  I have a strong photographic foundation and continue to take part in photographic seminars, as well as online classes. I have lived in NYC,  and worked for a Designer shooting Time Lapse photography, documenting Art Collections, Rock shows, and Architectural real estate interiors. I also continued to shoot Look Books for clothing lines, and Home furnishings.  I worked  in my spare time for a internet based tabloid, shooting Red Carpet events and celebrities. As well as continuing to shoot models test shots and portfolio's.

    I enjoy traveling to different countries photographing` and compiling video, while immersing myself in the local cultures, primarily shooting portraiture and life style.  This has enriched my perspective on art, cultures and, life. These experiences have had a direct influence on my photographic styles and creativity. My ability to integrate my artistic background within photography gives me the ability to create remarkable unique imagery. My photographs have won recognition and awards. My clientele appreciate my work as unique, creative, innovative and, effective.

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    I worked as a firefighter for 15 years. As a result of my work, I had several on the job injuries to my spine fighting fire. While recovering from multiple spine surgeries, I was mostly bed ridden, so I began to create a jacket to stay busy and help to keep my mind busy. I found a great satisfaction from working on these jackets. I am disabled from my injuries. I will never be able to work a normal job due to my injuries. I have decided to try and make a go at doing custom design work as this gives me the ability to work when I can and rest when my body has had enough. I have always been a creative person a million ideas and not enough time. I now have more time than I know what to do with which at first after my surgery seemed a curse. I now have refocused my energies into creating. I am taking advantage of all my free time to find financial stability through my creativity. From Disability to Create-ability.