Stagg Street writes:

I have a couple models that have climbed into this empty pool, but this was the first set I shot with Zoli in the pool. Its so much fun and so classic LA. And Zoli is one of my favorite ladies to shoot, we have always had an amazing time.

Stagg Street writes:

For the past two years the Mishka Calendar has turned into a collector’s item amongst erotica and streetwear enthusiasts alike… so how could the brand and photographer Ellen Stagg not team up once again to bring by far their hottest calendar yet. For the 2011 Mishka Calendar Stagg and the brand decided to do something different by giving it a more found, amateur erotica feel. Opting to use an old school polaroid, each calendar page features multiple candid shots of our models naked, rolling around on beds and couches. Every month you’re given a very intimate “for your eyes only” keepsake typically shot for boyfriends, husbands or that special someone by some of the adult industries sexiest models.

This year the Mishka Calendar has quite a few new faces like Kayla-Jane Danger, Mosh, Skin Diamond, Masuimi Max, Marlo Marquise and Jenna Haze. These girls join returning favorites such as Justine Joli, Ryan Keely, Charlotte Stokely, Darenzia, Heather Vandeven, Mandy Morbid, and Zoli in crafting 2011’s hottest calendar. The girls work ranges from glamour, fetish, alt and everything in between including posing for Penthouse, Burning Angel and Suicide Girls.

The calendar will release online on Friday, November 19th and will be followed-up with a release party at Mishka’s Brooklyn shop (350 Broadway) at 7pm where you’ll be able to pick-up a copy of the calendar. Ellen Stagg will be in attendance with Miss June, Marlo Marquise where you’ to sign copies of the calendar. Plus as a special treat for all the people who come to the party, Marlo will be doing a live naked Burlesque performance in-store. Ooh la la!

And finally a percentage of from Calendar sales from that evening will go to help support the lovely Jessie Lee in the time of need. We will also have some special 8×10’s of Jessie shot by Stagg for sale with all proceeds going to her fund.

Blue Blood writes:

Amelia G: It is pretty common for the music world to utilize both color and black and white photography, but I think it is relatively uncommon for erotica. I have this theory that all the erotic sites which utilize both are music culture influenced. From a creative standpoint, what do you like about color versus black and white?

Richard Avery: Wow! That’s a tough one. I have many thoughts and opinions on photography today, digital, color, b&w and the future. I’ll give you some of the basics… No matter what you do or use, there has to be a vision behind it. As an artist it doesn’t matter what you do or who you do. You just have to show that you know what you want and are very clear. Quality is most important. b&w or color, it just needs to be good. Today most photographers rely on photoshop tricks and forget about the subject. Tricks are for kids!!! A great photo is one that will last the test of time. I am old school and love b&w, but I enjoy color a lot as well. That is why we have fun with both. Some set-ups look good in color, but some just scream… Do me in b&w! Last, most photographers make the mistake of trying to do too much. All I try and do is capture the grrl and who she is. Personality is what I do. In the end if you look at any one photo at Juliland.com you will see there are simple portraits and they will last forever. The greatest photos of our time are usually the simplest ones. Keep it simple and have fun.

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Stagg Street writes:

ZOLI AND JUSTINE JOLI ON A ROOF IN HOLLYWOOD
When I was in LA a month ago I finally got to shoot Justine with Zoli together. We went over Masuimis apt in Hollywood and shot on her roof. These shots are hot, so hot that we had a audience from the hotel next door watching these sexy girls go at it. Wait for the rest of the set, its a great one.

Stagg Street writes:

Zoli in Sliverliake, the sun lights her up. This is such a sexy set of Zoli. It is all that golden hour sunsetting light that brightens Zoli up. She hangs out on this classic chair and takes all her clothes off slowly. A must see.