Todd Muskopf painting on view at Dayton Society of Artists

 When I dropped off my entry for the art show at the Dayton Society of Artists, Gallery Director Jo Bell said "I didn't know you painted.  I was only familiar with your photography."  Yes, my art career began with a BFA in Fine Art Painting from Miami University.  I've sold my paintings through numerous galleries for the past 35 years.  If you google "M. Todd Muskopf paintings", I'm sure you'll find them.  The fact that I was formally trained as a fine artist makes my images different from other photographers.  If you'd like to see my "Landscape 418:  Path at Clifton Gorge", it is on view at DSA until the end of the month.

Inspiration!

 I like finding inspirational quotes and pairing them with my photos.  It's a nice way to start the day. I post more of them on the Facebook page at www.facebook.com/classicbeautyproject

Do you shoot lingerie?

 "Do you shoot lingerie?" I got asked this question this morning. It's a common question. My stock answer is no, I don't do normal lingerie sessions--no bra and panty pics, etc. "Boudoir" has become a big trend with some fine photographers doing it and a lot of people shooting it who give photographers a bad name. I want to stay away from that and make sure that people don't lump me in with that crowd. HOWEVER, I'm totally fine shooting photos that let women express their femininity and show off a bit--just in a classic, classy way.

Cynthia from Cincinnati's Classic Beauty Project photo session.

 Muskopf Photography, LLC is based in Beavercreek, near Dayton, Ohio.  Most of my clients actually come from Cincinnati, Columbus, or even farther.  Such was the case with Cynthia who drove from Cincinnati.  She loved the classic Old Hollywood looks that I do with many Classic Beauty Project sessions as well as doing some sexier shots similar to what boudoir photographers do.  I do it all, because if you look at the classic shots of Jean Harlow, Carole Lombard, Rita Hayworth, Jane Russell, etc., that's exactly where boudoir photos began.  My photos can be just as sexy as boudoir, but you don't have to be prancing around in your underwear. :)

Julia

 This week, my studio was graced by the lovely Julia who began life in Ukraine, traveled the world, and ended up in Ohio.  

Paula

 Paula lives in the Akron area and made the drive down to Dayton, Ohio to visit me. Her Classic Beauty Project photos were simply beautiful!