Egonomics Pop Up

The display at the Future’s Past HQ

For the past few years I have been working on my photo and video craft, and as much as I have seen my skills develop and felt that life progressed, there was still something missing. A slight bit of passion was missing in my life. For a little over 3 years I have been doing freelance photo and video work and if you’re a creative you know it isn’t easy. It’s not as glamorous as we paint it on the instagram canvas. 

Back in 2011 I started a clothing brand by the name of Egonomics. I went in full force till about late 2015. Between then and now I’ve dropped a few hats here and there but nothing at the level I used to operate. 2019 being the year I got my shit together (For reals this time) I started to think I could bring it back soon. But with so much on my plate, from balancing client work to photo and film passion projects, it kept getting pushed back. But in 2020, I knew it was the year for the come back.
(I started using the #BringBackEGO hashtag)

My self-discipline and Will power have become my best friends. Last year in 2019, I focused on working on my good and bad habits. I realized in order to achieve all the things I wanted to do, that I needed to work on my time management and a solid morning routine. You’ll be surprised how much more you can accomplish when you’re focused on the essentials.

Getting all the pre-orders ready to ship.

Feels good to be back beind the merch table and connecting with new people. Photo by Xavier Beso

Now that I am in this physical studio and mental space, it was the right time. Year after year friends have been asking when new stuff would drop, so I decided to print something new, A black on black Daruma Doll to go with my everyday aesthetic. I set up a pre-order and within 24 hours sold enough orders to produce the first run. I was stunned, I was doubting myself but that night made me realize I still had day one supporters and a loyal support group. It gave me the confidence boost I needed to reassure me this was the time for the comeback.  I am currently working on the new website (egonomics.co) and should be live soon!

I decided to do a pop up at the Future’s Past HQ. Bring people together and have everyone that pre-ordered come through and pick up their new merch. It was great to see friends meeting other friends and see friends I hadn’t seen in so long. Thinking of doing these pop ups on a monthly basis and bring the community together. I just want to thank every single one of you for the loyal support since day 1. Egonomics is back and I am excited to see where this chapter of my life takes me, again.  Until next drop, until next pop up, Stay Confident!

Thank you to my friend Xavier Beso for capturing some amazing shots at the pop up!

 

Synergy | Featured Artist

This past Saturday I was able to catch up with my friend James Hunt and go on a quick photo adventure before the Synergy show. This is the way I connect with people; Going for a walk, talking about camera gear, life, whatever pops to mind as we stroll through new streets of San Diego to discover and find new things to photograph. Let’s shoot!!

James Hunt on the photo hunt.

I always admire these yellow and red buildings. They just pop!

I was honored to be the featured artist for Synergy SD this past Saturday at Deja Brew Lounge. Synergy is a monthly event with a purpose to highlighting and unifying local artist, talent, and entrepreneurs. I had been wanting to put myself out there as a photographer and really start focusing on selling my prints. Roanne reached out early this month for the opportunity to show my art and I was so excited! This event gave me the confidence boost I needed and reassured me that I should be putting myself out there more.

I am so grateful to be a part of the event and for all the friends that showed up and purchased a print. Thank you for supporting and giving me the inspiration I needed to keep moving forward. I was able to connect with new people and have impactful conversations with friends. What a wonderful event!

I look forward to finding more events to be a part of to prepare me for my first solo show later in April/May. I will be documenting my journey and process as I plan out the show. The show will include 3 things, Prints, a Film and some merch. Also, if you’ll like to go shoot sometime and connect reach out, I’ll love to connect with more photographers/filmmakers or any creative!

Shoot me an E-Mail or a DM on my Instagram

Thank you for taking the time to read this. Hope you enjoy some photos from the day!

My set up for the show.

SD GT Auto's McLaren 720s

My blog is starting to seem like a car journalist or something. But if you know me you know I am a car guy and this year it was something I wanted to do more, be present in the car culture and be surrounded by the community. On the last post from the Porsche San Diego meet, I forgot to mention I went with friends I’ve known for about 14 years or so. We met back in 2005-2006 during our Honda days where we would meet at Fusion cafe every Thursday night for a meet and then eat Pho right after. We are now in our 30’s and still love attending car events to talk about cars we can’t afford.. yet. It’s our safe place that fuels us with nostalgia, as we talk about the future when we pull up in our Porsche 911s.

Anyways, For this blog I wanted to share some photos of a recent car I shot for SD GT Auto, a 2019 McLaren 720s. A magnificent piece of machinery. When the owner was driving to the location he put the pedal to the metal and the car just went! I was not expecting him to do that even though I probably should have. Needless to say, I fucking love a McClaren 720s even more now, specially because after the shoot, I got to drive it a bit, it sure made my day.

Enjoy!

2nd photo I took, trying to find the best angles of the car.

The wheels compliment the car well.

body lines on this car so magnificent.

Porsche San Diego "Caffeine & Gasoline"

I attended my second cars and coffee event this year so far, Not a bad start. This time it was locally at the Porsche San Diego dealership. I have passed by this place for years but have never gone inside until now. It is the best dealership building I’ve seen. The coolest part was the red and white stripped curb to give it the racetrack vibes.

I was so caught up with the cars and talking to friends that I didn’t really take many photos. I did spend about 20 minutes waiting to nail the perfect shot of the Gallardo Super Trofeo and RWB 993 without a single soul in the way as they just stood there texting on their phone, So I hope you really enjoy those shots. I am falling sleep typing this so I’ll let the photos speak for themselves.
Enjoy!

Period Correct Cars & Coffee

It’s been months since I’ve been wanting to go to Period Correct. PC is a brand that is “powered by the future of speed and modern design. The idea has been reinvented by the influence of motorsports, car culture, and timeless aesthetics”.

I first came across the brand on instagram when I was looking for automotive accounts to follow that fit my love for Porsches and BMWs, This account seemed to fit right in. Their brick and mortar is located in Costa Mesa, CA, Where they host a monthly cars and coffee meet. Decided this year was the year I go and what better day to go then to attend their first one of 2020 and start the year with a bang.

If you read my last blog I had told myself I would write more often. And again I have failed. But with this new 2020 energy I have been so active that this time around, I promise you I will be showing up, sharing some banger photos and more content!

Now, Enjoy . some Porsche and BMW content!