SUNRISE APPROACHES a.k.a. DEATH OF A VAMPIRE - Model, Makeup and Styling: Rob - Photography by Cassone - 2018 Re-Edits

Preview: America's Got Talent Finalists Revealed Tonight (My Picks)

Tonight, the Top 4 finalists for America's Got Talent, the series is the summer's runaway ratings winner again according to Nielsen Media. It is no wonder, especially with the talent the show had this season. Sure not all of them are runaway star's, but the variety sure was refreshing. Early on, my favorite, was body popper/dancer, Haspop, but he didn't make the Top 10. His performances were sure fun to watch. I know I can't move like that. All along, Fighting Gravity has been on my radar and with Haspop out of it, they are who I think should get that tour, the prize money and the Las Vegas show. Any of these entertainer's/acts that made it as far in the competition, definitely have their books getting filled. Jackie Evancho, the ten year old opera singer has certainly got talent and the momentum, but I can't see building a whole Vegas show around her. Not taking anything from her, this just makes me wonder about the show not having an age limit. It could work for or against her, but I won't be surprised if the 'cute little angel' factor doesn't push her all the way to the top. Aside from those two, the field seems to open up a bit.

The 'reveal' show airs tonight on NBC at 9pm EST with Nick Cannon as host and the judges Piers Morgan, Sharon Osborne and Howie Mandel. Although, they are no longer in the process of choice...now, it is up to the people. Since I am a 'people'...lol - here is My Top 4!

Fighting Gravity

Prince Poppycock

Michael Grasso

Jackie Evancho

We shall see who get's in for real, for real, but these four would make the Finals next week so much more interesting to me. Besides, they deserve to be there.

The Vampire Set Starring Model: Rob - Photography by Cassone's June 2010 Feature, Part Two

Rob wanted to us both to reach different levels; as he model, and I, photographer, created The Vampire Set. I had never done, let alone, considered doing such a shoot and creating a vibe for the mood of such a dark subject. I usually shoot pretty women, cute fellas, glossed over queens, flowers and pets. Vampires and skulls and leather - OH MY! In creating the sound design for the video slide show, I went even deeper into the mood and feel of the project. Fun, yes; creepy, definitely! Now I know how some horror film directors may feel when they create their little masterpieces. Shot the same day as part one of my June feature, it showed me as a photographer the growth on Rob's part as a performer and model. He has come a long way from when we performed on shows together back in our hometown of Detroit - and he wasn't chopped liver back then either. Always a consummate professional, this time he came with a boatload of ideas all his own and I was delighted to once again be blessed to work with a model with a vision. We certainly pushed each other's proverbial envelopes and went much deeper into an artistic darkness, to proudly bring you The Vampire Set.

CLICK HERE TO SEE THE VIDEO SLIDE SHOW OF THE VAMPIRE SET

The Vampire Set

Model, Makeup & Wardrobe Styling: Rob

Location Producer: A.D.

Photographer, Video Slideshow Producer, Director & Sound Mixer: Antonio Cassone

"The Tragedy of It All"

"Look Up in Angst"

"Cast Aside"

"Ready to Strike"

"Retreat"

"Evening is Falling (sepia)"

"Evening is Falling (red)"

"The Tragedy of It All (B & W)"

"Come Undone"

"Defeated"

"Detroit Vamp"

"Lurking"

"Sunrise is Coming"

"Sunrise a.k.a. Death of a Vampire"