SteamPunk Chuck eMag Sept.2015 12-09-2015 | Page 55

Garrett continued to follow Steampunk Chuck via social media. He continued reading his page and watching his videos, almost becoming a student of his craft. After a while, Garrett decided to try a Steampunk shoot of his own. He refers to this time as "BC" or "before Chuck". He gathered his own wardrobe and accessories and did the shoot. It was very successful, and Garrett was hooked! In March of 2015, he learned that Chuck was going to be in Ohio again. This time, he was going to be in Cincinnati, which is a six hour drive for Garrett. Initially, he did not plan on driving that distance. However, he received a message from Chuck asking, "Are you ready?" to which he replied, "For what??" Chuck had remembered Garrett from their previous conversation and wanted to see if he would be interested in his workshop. Garrett decided to take the opportunity! He arrived early Saturday morning to meet with Chuck. They sat and chatted about photography and business. Garrett found that Chuck was very laid back and easy to talk with. "I felt that I had known him for a long time, and we worked very well together! I got to shoot three models that day, and it was very invigorating!" That evening, They discussed doing business together. Garrett booked Steampunk Chuck to come to Franklin, PA for two events. They just wrapped up their third event earlier this month. The events in Franklin have been very successful. Garrett and Chuck have a fantastic working relationship. "He ( Chuck) knows what will compliment someone's physical appearance. He can bring out their inner and outer beauty through his images. That is what I am striving for, and I have a good teacher." Garrett was also able to travel to Boston to meet C