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BOOK I'M CURRENTLY READING: Somewhere in the Night by Nicholas Christopher

Somewhere in the Night: Film Noir and the American City by Nicholas Christopher.

Employing dramatic use of shadow, night scenes, and voice-overs--as well as frequent shots of jagged skylines, dark street corners, and hidden crannies--the style revealed the underside of American life struggling to be heard amidst the existential clamor in the streets. In Somewhere in the Night: Film Noir and the American City, novelist and poet Nicholas Christopher uses the city as a vehicle for exploring the world of film noir, treating the urban setting more like a universal character than a mere backdrop for human action.

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Troy Wise Photography Portfolio

Troy Wise is a professional photographer specializing in fashion, editorial and alternative photography.

ImageAmplified

The Methane Sisters in: As Filthy as it Gets

Photos from the play written and performed by Monessa Esquivel and Annele Spector, on their opening night at The Sterling Houston Theater.

WIP CREME at Jump-Start May 2010

From Jump-Start.org: WIP Crème will feature 6-8 artists performing short works that range from theatre to contemporary to hip-hop, amongst other genres. It showcases outstanding artists from the past season of W-I-P and is a pure celebration! W-I-P (Works-In-Progress/Wednesdays-In-Performance) is a collaboration between Jump-Start Performance Co. and San Antonio Dance Umbrella. It is a monthly lab space for new, in-progress dance and other movement-based performance works accompanied by a facilitated post-performance discussion. W-I-P is known for its eclecticism: modern dancers, belly dancers and performance artists have performed in the same evening and been inspired by each other, as well as expanding the audience’s perception of performance. For W-I-P Crème, we have selected some of our favourites from the past. The line-up will include Push Pens, Shimarella, Doyle Avant, PACDance, Northwest Vista College Dance Ensemble, Seme Jatib, Alysya Perez.

Artistry Co.'s Haute Voltage

These photos were taken at Artistry Co.'s ongoing Haute Voltage night at the Saint.

PHENOMENA: Fashion Tribute to Alexander McQueen

Featuring designers Grace Manley, Sunny Smith and Angie Weatherhead. Select models provided by Avant Agency Inc.. Makeup by Artistry Co.. Hair by JD & Viktor's Hair Studio.

The Methane Sisters Perform at SA Current's MoSAic

The Methane Sisters thrill and scandalize the crowd at the SA CURRENT's "moSAic" party that wrapped up CAM for 2010. They are our (anti-) heroes.

SHIMARELLA PERFORMS AT SA CURRENT'S "MOSAIC"

Entrancing! Mesmerizing! Shimarella does her thing at SA Current's "MoSAic."

SA CURRENT'S "MOSAIC" FASHION SHOW

Love it or hate it. Like it or leave it. It's the San Antonio indie fashion scene! And I'm there documenting what goes down the runway. The SA Current's "MoSAic" fashion show featured Top Knotch Officials, Agosto Cuellar, Vanessa Centeno, Marti's, Marissa Massiel, Miss Roxy Derek, and Salon 720.

Backstage at Artistry Co.'s Haute Voltage.

These photos were taken backstage at The Saint as Artistry Co. prepares to take the stage for Haute Voltage.

Swagg Presents Perez Hilton's One Night in Austin

It all started with finding out on Friday that we got into Perez's party at SXSW. Complete shock but so excited! It was like winning Willy Wonka's Golden Ticket. And by the time we received our magical wristband to walk through the doors at the Whitley, we had waited hours outside in anticipation of what was rumored to be The Place, The Party, The Event. And what we found? One word: "epic." After all, we were THIS CLOSE to Snoop Dogg, Courtney Love and Hole, Macy Gray as they performed one hit after another. And new acts like Marina and the Diamonds, and Alphabeat whetted our appetite, making us want to watch their ascendence in the near future. These are my shots from the night. Thanks Perez!

Luminaria Arts Night 2010

Photos from 2010's Luminaria Arts Night in San Antonio.

ROCKS OFF: Fashion Photographs

This Troy Wise photo shoot features the work of designer Matthew Therrien. Photographed at Bonds 007 Rock Bar, models Katherine, Melissa and Ryan were styled by Salon Diva.

Behind the Scenes: ROCKS OFF

Behind the scenes of the Troy Wise Art & Photography photo shoot featuring Matthew Therrien fashion. Photographed and filmed at Bonds 007 Rock Bar. Styled by Salon Diva. Katherine and Ryan, models.

The Artistry Co.'s Haute Voltage Candyland

The Artistry Company presents Haute Voltage Candyland, a mix of fashion show and performance art. Featuring Cielo, Andre D, Courtney D, Toni R, along with designers Candace C & Toni J.

15 Minutes After the Party

A journey back to before it all happened.

Jump-Start Performance Co.'s Performance Party 25

I was lucky enough attend about 3 hours of Performance Party 25 at Jump-Start. Those in attendance helped celebrate the performance company's 25th anniversary and were treated to previews of the variety of shows Jump-Start will feature throughout the year.

Green Christmas: The Eco-Couture Fashion Event

Photos from the fashion show produced by Tony Harris Fashion Productions & PR, featuring international designer JALPAR.

The Artistry Co.'s HAUTE VOLTAGE 2

Photos from The Artistry Co.'s Haute Voltage 2, which took place at The Saint.

HAUTE VOLTAGE Featuring Grace Manley

Shot on location at The Saint.

HALLOWEEN 2009

Best of my party pics of Halloween 2009. Taken at Bonham Exchange, Pegasus, Saint and Heat.

Angelina Mata: Fall 2009 Collection

This album features photos from Angelina Mata's Fall 2009 fashion show.

Una Noche de Fashionistas 2009

A look at the fashion show spotlighting designs by Agosto Cuellar, MT, Mary Alice Medina and more. Backstage, behind the scenes, and at the runway.

IADT's "MJ on the Runway" at Museo Alameda

These photos were taken at the International Academy of Design & Technology's Michael Jackson-inspired runway show at the Smithsonian-affiliated Museo Alameda in San Antonio. August 2009. All rights reserved Troy Wise.

MSTRKRFT IN AUSTIN. October 2008

Photos from MSTRKRFT's show at La Zona Rosa in Austin, TX. October 2008.

The Famousish & Undiscovered Austin

The Famousish & Undiscovered Austin bring the FUN to their events and parties like few can. We're there as often as possible.

Toni & Guy Hair Show

These photos were taken at the Toni & Guy hair show in August, 2009. All rights reserved Troy Wise.

IN PICTURES

Behind the scenes, and out in The Scene: Troy Wise, Frank Vecchio and the Labkids capture it all with a camera.

LOFT PEOPLE

LOFT120 was the first Project ART SHOW SPACE. These photos were taken during monthly First Fridays, private openings, parties and happenings. All rights reserved Troy Wise 2008.

Plant Life

Shots taken of plant life in and around the Alamo in San Antonio, Texas. All rights reserved Troy Wise.

Rodeo at the Alamo

As part of June's Houston Street Fair, C 4 Ranch Events held its 2nd Annual Rodeo in front of the Alamo in San Antonio. All rights reserved Troy Wise.

Window

These photos are from a recent visit to Austin, Texas. I found this spot near the Warehouse District.

Dicscovery Tours at the Alamo

Photos: Troy Wise Art & Photography.

Downtown Photos

More shots of my urban landscape. All rights reserved Troy Wise 2009.

San Antonio

San Antonio is a city I've wanted to photograph for its rich heritage, mix of cultures, and textured architecture. There's much to be explored and documented. I will be collecting some of those images in this album. All rights reserved Troy Wise 2009

Fiesta San Antonio 2009

Photos of the Fiesta Flambeau ("People's") Parade.

Midnight Photos

Photos taken during a midnight walk through downtown San Antonio. All rights reserved Troy Wise 2009.

Cafe Cinema April 10th, 2009

Café Cinema is presented by Madhatters Tea House & Café Express in conjunction with NALIP, the Radius Center and Troy Wise Photography.

MUSEO ALAMEDA'S POLIFONICO: DJ GANAS

Photos in this album were taken at the Museo Alameda, located at 318 W Houston St # 200, San Antonio, TX 78205.

Art of Fashion 2008

Art of Fashion 2008 featured designers Angelina Mata, Henry de la Paz, Agosto Cuellar, Javier Castillo, stylists from the AVEDA Institute and recent graduates from University of the Incarnate Word. This album is the story of that fashion show told in pictures: on the runway, backstage & behind the scenes. All rights reserved Troy Wise 2008.

First Friday April 2009

For April's First Friday outing in months, we stopped by the Blue Star Arts Complex to check out Rummage Haus @ Stella Haus.

First Friday March 2009

For our first First Friday outing in months, we stopped by the Blue Star Arts Complex to visit Stella Haus and Joan Grona Gallery.

Madhatters Tea House Cafe & Express

These photos were taken at the two Madhatters locations in San Antonio, Texas. Madhatters Tea House & Cafe is located in Southtown at 320 Beauregard. Madhatters Tea House & Cafe Express is located downtown at 106 Auditorium Circle at the Radius Center.

View from a Train, Part I

View from a Train, Part II

View from a Train, Part III

52 Photos of an Office

50 Photos of Katita

Urban Noir

The City at Night

First Thursday November 2008

We're always happy when we can make it out to see the art on First Thursday. It's the perfect night to see the work and maybe even meet the artist, if you're lucky. This November we stopped by Stella Haus Art Space, Cactus Bra Space, the Joan Grona Gallery, and Jump-Start.

Alexis Meridian's Masquerade Ball. Oct 2008

These photos are from Miss Alexis Meridian's Halloween Masquerade Ball at Radius.

Delicate Biological Blossoms

Stills from the multimedia installation.

First Thursday August 2008

First Thursdays are an opportunity to see the art in San Antonio's Southtown before the big First Friday art walk. I like this night because it's easier to focus on the art and talk to the people responsible for the showing the work. This particular night ended at the Museo Alameda, for their DJ series.