04.17.09
fstop beyond interview
How did I get into photography?

Is Slumdog Millionaire the best movie ever?
Do I still make mix tapes for crushes?
Is Fred Egan my real name?

Get the answers to these questions and more in my interview with Ron from F-Stop Beyond.
Ryan Li:
Great interview! Ron is a good guy~
(01.26.10 06:35 PM)
Stephanie O:
Dude, how old are you?
(05.01.09 12:15 AM)
Daniel Jacobs:
Funny. I can still remember you running up to the teacher in class.
(04.29.09 03:39 PM)
Daniel Lateulade:
Great discussion -- I was crazy excited to listen, and it was well worth the time.
(04.20.09 08:47 PM)
Greer Rivera:
The most inspiring thing about you is that your simply REAL! Awesome interview.
(04.20.09 04:53 PM)
Will Duris:
great stuff...very open discussion, thanks for taking the time.
(04.17.09 03:08 PM)
FRED EGAN:
Ron <<< It was my pleasure sir...great program you've created.
(04.17.09 02:07 PM)
FRED EGAN:
Kenny <<< Thanks bro...don't lie–you're the stud my man!
(04.17.09 02:05 PM)
Ron Dawson:
Thanks for such an entertaining and inspiring interview. Much continued success. Looking forward to hooking up with you in person.
(04.17.09 01:53 PM)
Kenny Kim:
I heard the interview this morning. great job. You're a stud!
(04.17.09 01:51 PM)
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04.15.09
small group consultation
As you might have read before, I'll be offering full day consultations in Philadelphia May 09, 2009 in a small group setting. There is only 1 spot available. The best part is that it's $150 off the full day consultation rate.
Wether you just picked up your first DSLR or are running your own photography shop, it can be a daunting task. My consultations build on that but go much deeper and cover a much wider expanse. Check out my Consulting Look Book for more information about what's offered and how it works.
Send an email to consulting@fredegan.com with "Philadelphia" in the subject line if you're interested in booking a consultation or have additional questions.
lauren clark:
I want a Fred Egan consult!
(03.31.09 01:08 PM)
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04.06.09
samantha
Sam's planning her high school prom right now. That's what student body presidents do. Although nostalgic of her senior year, she's hopeful...optimistic about her move to Austin, Texas this Fall to study architecture. She'll be a Longhorn. And that's just the beginning for Sam.
Julie Brown:
Sam is such a beautiful girl! what an awesome picture!!
(04.16.09 12:50 AM)
Dominoe Imus:
Gorgeous, that sun flare is beautiful. It adds to her expression instead of taking away from it.
(04.13.09 11:47 AM)
Mindy:
the image sums up your prose in the most beautiful way. best wishes to beautiful girl and her long/wonderful journey that lies ahead.
(04.07.09 04:55 PM)
Sunday Ibok:
That's how you do!
(04.04.09 07:08 PM)
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04.01.09
megan and nate
I enjoyed a brilliant weekend in Atlanta recently to photograph Megan and Nate in their hometown. They're marrying in August and I'm really looking forward to going back. Although I don't shoot indoors often with natural light, I'm always seeking out opportunities to do so. We tucked into a diner near Little Five Points for a burger and then headed to Piedmont Park with Hadleigh, their lovable English Bulldog.
Steven Chellappa:
Hi Fred! Just wanted to say saw your ad on the back of Pacific Weddings Magazine, and went to your site.... Really surprised when I heard the music, Lauryn Hill, exact same song I had when I started my website :) Irony! Anyways, really love your work! Great stuff man!
(04.07.09 05:47 AM)
Katie Thurmes:
Great styling Freddy :)
I love the movement in every one. hope you are doing as great as your work is!
(04.07.09 01:36 AM)
Charity Knutti:
Amazing pictures, Megs you look incredible!! I'm so excited for you!
(04.06.09 09:47 PM)
kellen Jacob:
I'm a huge fan - I love seeing what you cook up. Love these shots!
(04.04.09 07:16 AM)
Eileen Blume:
Love the photos! Nate, you have an AMAZING photographer! You guys look like models in these pics. Congrats to you and Megan!
(04.03.09 02:53 PM)
Mike Viray:
Awesome shots, Fred!! I've been following your blog via RSS feeds for the longest time, and when I found out my dear friends Nate and Megan here in Atlanta were doing shots with you, I knew they were in for something extraordinary. Once again, you never cease to amaze. I chatted with Megan via chat earlier today and we got agree on one thing: We LOOOOOVE the shots.
I wonder what Nate and Megan were listening to on the ipod. Hmmmm.
(04.01.09 09:57 PM)
lana:
I LOVE these! Meggers, fabulous! I really like the ones in the tunnel (isn't that where you were?)
(04.01.09 02:27 PM)
Jonathan:
Amazing shots...Megan and Nate are made for each other! Not only do they look good together in person, but they are awesome in photos too! Great shots!
(04.01.09 01:44 PM)
Benjahman:
Killer shots dude!......love the last 2 shots, what flash are you using there??
(04.01.09 01:30 PM)
Ayesha:
Your work is just... so amazing each time especially the richness in the colors.
(04.01.09 01:09 PM)
Ted:
Megan and Nate look awesome! Hadleigh doesn't look bad either! Great job Fred.
(04.01.09 12:40 PM)
carrie@urbanbaby:
so cute! you sound just like me british friend in your lead-in post ;).
(04.01.09 11:33 AM)
Kayla:
These are so great! It looks like you really captured them in their natural element. Love it!
(04.01.09 11:26 AM)
Sara Gray:
These are great, Fred - what a nice-looking couple! They seem so sweet and tender. Shooting inside with natural light is becoming one of my favorite things - I'm always looking for some nice big picture windows!
(04.01.09 11:25 AM)
Don Mamone:
You guys look great! Love the lifestyle nature of this session. Great job Fred!
(04.01.09 11:24 AM)
mandy:
The pictures are awesome! Looks like you all had lots of fun! Their dog is so cute.
(04.01.09 11:08 AM)
Glenn Pearson:
I love the natural light in these shots, this young couple looks so fun and free. Great football shot too. Fred, I can tell you put your emotions in your work. You love what you do and it is obvious. Very nice.
Cheers
(04.01.09 10:59 AM)
Audrey:
thanks for the dose of fresh cheer! love the bright and cheery vibe, happy and in love. they're adorable.
(04.01.09 10:55 AM)
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03.13.09
sledding bffs
I met up with Stephanie McBride in Salt Lake City last Saturday for her full day consultation. Together, we produced a mini-shoot while our models played like champions in the bitter Salt Lake City air. Stephanie rocks...go check out her blog and peruse her images from the shoot.
mike Larson:
love this stuff man, LOVE the images, I'ts been days since i've been to anyones blog, its a surprise i even edit my own! Your work always kills it, and inspires me.
(05.08.09 04:58 AM)
Last Forty Percent:
I've really enjoyed looking through your blog - you do great work!
- bri
(04.21.09 11:09 AM)
stephanie McBride:
still in awe of your work Fred Egan and I was standing there right next to you. the images are everything and more than i ever thought they would be. ridiculous talent.... :)
(03.13.09 06:23 PM)
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02.05.09
mammoth men 4 trailer
As many of you know, me and 11 of my best guy friends hit the road last fall. Here's all the stuff you didn't see in the photographs.
In the early wintery months of 2008, eight celebrated, award-winning and downright awesome photographers from all over the country grabbed their sticks to ride the mountains of Mammoth, California . This marked the beginning of what is now known as...wait for it...The Mammoth Men. What ensued during that getaway was a week filled with adventure, spontaneity, hijinks and storied tales. A bond was forged amongst these men and a commitment made to doing it again, and doing it often!
During the Summer of 2008, The Mammoth Men hit the road again. Only this time, they loaded up 10 photographers in a Prevost rock star tour bus, drove for five days up the California Coast and shared it with everyone via their traffic happy blog. So much so that their blog readers actually got to choose their day-to-day adventures while watching them play out the next day. The blog following continued even after the West coast trip ended and garnered media attention in the blogosphere.
Well, the guys are back for their much anticipated third installment of The Mammoth Men. Watch the mayhem unfold as these 12 photographers board their Prevost and head into the American Southwest to document their Route 66 road-trip. Packed with more guys, more miles and more camaraderie, it's not just a roadtrip...it's a lifestyle.
Julie Birdseye:
Hey Guy, this is random, but were you at the G Love concert? I saw someone that looked like you, but it 'twas dark, so I could have just made that up... either that, or by my staring, trying to figure out if it was you or not, you may have feared becoming the victim of a decent stalking.
(03.10.09 07:14 PM)
Caroline:
Great video! Looks like you guys had an awesome time! Have you thought about going into videography for weddings?
(02.24.09 03:42 PM)
Larry Reeves:
Awesome video! I'm so stoked for the next Man trip you guys take. I think the napoleon dynamite coming to mind is the fact that Fred has that Uncle Rico look.
(02.20.09 12:27 PM)
Dominoe Imus:
For some reason Napoleon Dynamite kept coming to mind, maybe it was the awesomeness, maybe it was the font... :)
(02.09.09 07:43 PM)
karl bratby:
Good God man i wish i could come play on your bus we Brits need to get some mommoth men style.....
(02.09.09 08:56 AM)
Jennica Wallis:
Wow, I love you guys! :D You're all amazing photographers and hilarious too!
(02.07.09 01:20 PM)
Becka Knight (Studio222 Photography):
Oh man. Nate is secretly so jealous. Maybe we should start an East Coast Mammoth Men? :)
Or women? We need a catchy name for the ladies.
(02.06.09 09:04 AM)
Ted Samuels:
So I guess dressing up in wild under garments and jumping in the air for a belly touch is considered cool these days???? More like little boys then men...................sad, in that pathetic way................
(02.05.09 08:21 PM)
wale:
this was seriously cool. inspiring. time to gather the boys. lol.
nice job on the video.
(02.05.09 06:51 PM)
L-10:
Not only am I loving the video... I'm loving the soundtrack too! (Been digging that Chester French song for a while) great stuff as usual!
(02.05.09 12:52 PM)
Charles Bordner:
Dude, Way to COOL!!!!! Totally jealous of the diving. Not so jealous of the underwear scene. You so CRAZY!!!! Anyway I need a getaway trip!!!!
(02.05.09 11:44 AM)
drago:
how about running a contest to win a spot on the bus for us loser photographers that don't know you guys!
(02.05.09 07:43 AM)
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02.03.09
ra ra riot is genius
Piggy-backing off of last month's Blitzen Trapper genius mix, Ra Ra Riot's The Rhumb Line has been in my collection since it's release. It's only been just recently that I've cozied up next to it and gotten comfortable. Not only do they compose poppy indie rock tunes, but they boast an understated sense of prep style while doing it. Also check out Santogold, Foals and what many a critics have deemed the best album of the year, T.V. On the Radio's Dear Science.

Bailey:
Just so you know, I would pay thousands of dollars for your music collection
as well as your ability to take phenomenal pictures.
Both are pretty intense.
(07.05.09 10:26 PM)
crissy:
I cannot believe it, but for a boy you have excellent taste in music! :)~
(02.06.09 03:17 PM)
ann:
NOW you're ready to admit you like foals ;) you're welcome
(02.03.09 03:07 PM)
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