Profoto Carnaval Assistant's Night @ Tribeca Skyline

When I first rounded the corner out of the elevator, I couldn't help but be amazed at the space here. Gorgeous view of the Hudson, high ceilings, immense space. I could certainly see why Serge Nivelle stated that it could be a little distracting when trying to get work done......doesn't seem to slow him down though.
check it.

http://www.sergenivelle.com/


This was one of two set ups for the night. I should also state that there are more stations to work here. This really is a great rental space. I would certainly check out Tribeca Skyline if you are looking for an area to inspire.

http://www.tribecaskylinestudios.com/

This event was also hosted by Profoto, which is exceptional gear. Both stations were rigged with Pro 8's, various heads, light shaping equipment and Pro Air remotes....all you could ever need.

http://www.profoto-usa.com/

Here is one of the photographers, Matt getting ready for the gig. Matt's job for the night was to get these crazy kids going. I was still shooting with ambient light from the window at this point, which was still plentiful...little did I know how well these strobes would perform.

This event was really held for young shooters like this to get them familiar with Profoto's gear. More importantly to show them how valuable the space and the equipment is to them as a photographers. Let me tell you these kids were on fire!!!

Okay, so I had to check out these rigs for myself. It certainly doesn't hurt when when you are photographing beautiful models....man I could get used to this!

These two gals had a rough night too...jumping up and down on a trampoline while eager young artist's blasted them with light from all around. I think a have new admiration for what these models go through. I wish I got both of these gals names so I could give them a plug, they really worked hard and looked amazing doing it.

This is just one of many shots I took of the highlight of the evening. The Manhattan Samba group was so exciting. I think I could devote a whole website to all the images(hundreds) I took of this crew

Here is one for the ladies. These ripped guys performed a stylized form of Brazilian Ju-Jitzu that was really wicked!

Okay, I just had to do it. I think this girl could crack walnuts with her cheeks....and man could she move!!!

I tried to convey some of the excitment going on here. Dozens of shooters firing at once, all to a wonderful latin beat. It was just craziness!!

I should also say that these strobes were unbelievable. Serious rapid fire everywhere and when I looked at my images, all had perfect exposure. The flash duration and recycle time on these Pro 8's is unbelievable!

Here is the head of the Samba group with his ladies and his whistle....this guy was too cool!!!

I just had to try shoot this skyline before I split for the night. Unfortunatley, I didn't have a tripod. I did my best to shore it up on the window sill and got this...not too bad.

I think this sums up the evening. It really was electric in Tribeca!!!