Evel Knievel Sold Insurance

Evel Knievel served in the US army, worked at a copper mine, was a semi pro hockey player, started a successful hunting guide business, competed in ski jumping, pole vaulting, and rodeo events. Images from the Life Archive.

Surf Icon: Buttons Kaluhiokalani

Surfing pro Buttons Kaluhiokalani at the North Shore Oahu

Portraits of Hawaiian pro surfer, icon, and North Shore legend Buttons Kaluhiokalani at his home break in Oahu, Hawaii. © Jay Watson Photography

Tattoo Artist Freddy Corbin | Inked Magazine

Inked Magazine features a multi page piece I shot of Oakland tattoo artist Freddy Corbin for the mag’s “Icons” section. They also included me in the contributor section. I love editorial portrait work!

Interview: Photographer Grant Brittain

What do you do when when today’s publishing industry is scratching it’s head on how to stay in business? Jay Watson interviewed skate photographer Grant Brittain in search for a few answers.

One Person Can Make A Difference

Shot for Fidelity Magazine. Gary Maxworthy single handedly brought fresh produce into the California Food Bank system. This one man is responsible for bringing healthy food to over 600 community food programs. See short interview for more.

Editorial Products | Garage Magazine

toy car photography

Items I shot for product reviews in Garage Magazine. Sometimes they get some absurd stuff. There are only so many hot rod related tchotchkes that a man can take. These were pretty goofy, but thank God I don’t have to shoot a lazy susan car seat in a lowrider.