Welcome to this month's photo adventure! It was my pleasure to help build the portfolio for comedian and author Torry "Moose" Martin (http://torrymartin.com), whose absolutely unquenchable stream of expressions relentlessly propelled the shoot towards previously undiscovered comedic territory. Torry transforms into a complete cast of characters throughout this shoot with his expressive face, orange hair, and dynamic wardrobe. Thanks to the advent of photographic technology, his stellar performance has now been preserved for you, the fortunate email recipient. Examine this short sample of expressions and poses:
 The left image coincides with a collection of works that Torry has compiled titled "Torry Stories". I wish there was room to share the string of faces that he offered as he pretended to read this book--which just happened to be a copy of Dostoevsky's unfunny "Crime and Punishment". Torry dawned his own collection of fishing wares in the middle photo to illustrate his former past times in Alaska, where he was a former citizen. Things were especially exciting in the studio as the net and fishing hooks embedded in his hat intertwined during Torry's emphatic maneuvers. I was allowed to get all up into Torry's grill for the right image, where he crossed an expanse of expressions in great detail. I enjoy this embittered character whose left eye appears to signal the hatching of a diabolical scheme of retribution. Because of Torry's history in Alaska and his nickname, "Moose", it was inevitable that we introduce a moose to the adventure. I knew of one moose from last year's Chonda Pierce adventure to "Prettyville." The following pair of images pits Torry against his namesake nemesis, and the right image allowed me to break a golden rule of photography by making horns grow out of Torry's head.
 If my old photo professors see this they may attempt to recall my degree. I tweaked the contrast and color to appear as if it was a bit of 70's style B-roll footage. Torry conquers the moose and further taunts him with intimidating body language which can be enjoyed here. Note the very small hoof resting in between the roots of the driftwood that attempts to illustrate the moose's left front toe. It's a special effects tour de force! The owner of the taxidermy that we used as a location was diligent enough to re-sand the detached hoof in order that it would set just right for the image. Details, details, details...
 As we were out shooting, a number of disastrous events occurred which I will not describe, but we were thankfully rescued by a super-hero that looked surprisingly just like Torry! After we had been completely rescued from the afore-unmentioned events, the superhero began to confide in us just how difficult it was to be a superhero in such a tumultuous world, as illustrated in the right image. I had my trusty camera handy and was able to capture the depth of his dilemma-ridden face. Note the small close-ups that detail this encounter.
 Torry Martin set this shoot ablaze with his display of humor, depth, and charm. A special thanks to Dylan Reyes (http://dylanreyesphotos.com) who assisted on this shoot, and to Scarpati (http://scarpati.com) who also provided services relevant to the mission. Thank you for reading yet another photo adventure. Please enjoy the fall season! If you know anyone who needs images for building promotions, then please forward this newsletter to them. All former newsletters are posted at rorywhite.blogspot.com. Be sure to top your ipod off with music from my rock band Copa at copa.us.com. It's gospel cigar rock and is great for workouts and fast freeway driving! Many cheers, Rory
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