I had a great second meeting at the studio of Keri Burneston, who is a local burlesque performer who goes by the stage name of Trixie Little (work safe link). I'm going to photograph her in various costumes one night next week. Keri promotes Trixie Little as a "burlesque superhero," and her boyfriend Adam performs alongside as The Evil Tap Dancing Hate Monkey. Their act, which I haven't seen yet, is described as a risque blend of trapeze, tap dance and comedy where the focus is on tease not sleaze. I'm excited to work with her as I've never had the privilege of photographing another artist's elaborate fantasy world. In addition to the 6 foot pink rocket pictured here, and an array of costumes and props, there's a giant volcano! I'll try to post from the shoot next week.

- mike lee - baltimore