I had the great opportunity to travel to Virginia Beach with Eric Stanley as he began working on his new single “Walking Cross the Road” coming soon on iTunes.
Watch this inspirational video where he discusses what inspired him to start playing the violin and what being “normal” means to him.
“Trying to be better than someone else is a pure waste of time. Strive to be better than you were yesterday.” ~Eric Stanley
I had the great opportunity to do a Vintage (40s) inspired photoshoot with Solie’l Paden, who I believe is the BEST model out of Richmond, VA. I had an amazing group of people to work with for this photoshoot, from stylist to assistants, including amazing Makeup Artist Elle Hickman. This has honestly made my Top 5 favorite photoshoots ever, and it has given me the confidence to continue exploring fashion photography.
“The beauty of a woman is not in the clothes she wears, the figure that she carries, or the way she combs her hair. The beauty of a woman must be seen from her eyes because that is the doorway to her heart, the place where love resides.” – A. Hepburn
“Football is like life, it requires perseverance, self-denial, hard work sacrifice, dedication and respect for authority.” – Vince Lombardi
Had the opportunity to work with local artist R-Dot to create music covers for his latest two music singles.
You can also check out images from out last photoshoot together here.
“Fashion is a language that creates itself in clothes to interpret reality.” ― Karl Lagerfeld
Had the opportunity to work with local boxing organization the Ninth Dimension Sports Circle this month, and was privileged with photographing two of their boxers that are going pro as of this summer, Immanuwel Aleem and Moshea Aleem.
Had the great opportunity to meet Spencer Ellis, a local actor, artist and dancer. Look out for him in Steven Allan Spielberg‘s latest film!
We decided to do a mini-video shoot of him free-styling, and showing off some of his dance moves.
Check it out:
Also, check out his feature in the 2012 Ukrop’s Monument Avenue 10k 60-second commercial displayed below:
Though we travel the world over to find the beautiful, we must carry it with us or we find it not. ~Ralph Waldo Emerson
Had the opportunity to work with local artist Sip Spitta to do a shoot for the cover of his next mixtape which will be coming out very soon. We aimed to explore the multiple characteristics found in this individual, serious and humorous.
Below are some images from the shoot, and also be sure to check out his latest music video from his latest mixtape “Once Upon A Fall Line: The Mixtape” featured below as well.
Also here is his latest mixtape cover (mixtape coming soon):
After looking through a couple of vogue, instyle, and various magazines, I decided to try shooting fashion photography, and to begin working with
more female models. My first photoshoot was with a great friend of mines, Mariah Jefferson.
Had the opportunity to do a photoshoot with a few of the music producers of Richmond, Virginia’s own Peripheral Audio.
Featured below: Maestro Turner, Tiffany, & Beanz!
Here is a behind the scenes video of the photoshoot:
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Had the opportunity to do a product based photoshoot with local clothing brand, Bleu Genes Clothing.
About the brand: Bleu Genes Clothing is for individuals who dare to be different. Bleu Genes represents a way we are all the same but different at the same time.
More of their products can be seen at their website: http://bleugenesclothing.bigcartel.com/
“When in doubt, punt!”
Had the opportunity to do a photoshoot with the punter from Virginia State University, Alejandro “Golden Toe” Diasgranados.
Had the opportunity to photograph the last Virginia Commonwealth University basketball game of the regular season, where they honored senior Bradford Burgess. George Mason played very aggressively (which can be seen) but VCU overcame with the win, 89-77.
“We do it for the people” – Savage Kingz Clothing
This weekend I had the opportunity to do a product based photoshoot collaboration with Savage Kingz Clothing & Sophisticated Ignorance Boutique. Below are a few shots of Savage Kingz Clothing latest gear (including hoodie, hat, and glasses) and Sophisticated Ignorance latest accessories (bracelets).
More of their products can be seen on their websites and our previous photoshoots (SK Clothing Shoot & SI Boutique Shoot).
With my new internship, I had the opportunity to shoot another college basketball game, University of Richmond Spiders vs. University of Charlotte 49ers, where the Spiders came away with the win 53-52.
I had the great opportunity to photograph another college basketball game this weekend. Virginia Commonwealth University played against against Northern Iowa, where VCU won 77-68 .
I had the opportunity to attend Slam Nahuatl‘s poetry event END HUNGER SLAM: Featuring amazing performance poet and educator Joseph LMS Green that was hosted by poet Iman Shabazz.
There was also a Slam battle that featured the poets seen below. (Video coming soon)
Joseph LMS Green
Hamilton Graziano
Chris Johnson
Roscoe Burnems
The Student Hip Hop Organization (SHHO) at VCU held their first show last week at Strange Matter, headlining Mr. Exquire, and featuring special guests: Isaiah & Hovey, Michael Millions, Ohbliv, and Nickelus F.
Be sure to checkout the SHHO website for more pictures, interviews, and upcoming events!
Michael Millions
Mr. Mutha* Exquire
Mr. Mutha* Exquire
Nickelus F
Michael Millions
Ohbliv
Isaiah
Isaiah & Hovey
Got to do a product photoshoot for Karmalifee.
About the brand: “Karmalifee is not a brand. It is a lifestyle. It is a movement, a way of life, even. Drawing from the acronym in it’s name, Karmalifee stands for Kicks, Arts, Rags, Music and Alive. The categories being self-explanatory, the last meaning “doing things to make your soul live” in which we let you into our lives personally and allow you to encounter the experience through us. Our intention is to bring good karma to our own lives through our actions and helping those around us.“
You can check out their products here.
Had the opportunity to do a product based photoshoot with Tout Noir clothing.
About the brand:”Tout Noir means ‘ALL BLACK’ in Haitian creole. We reject the negative connotations of black and promote and adhere to its power. All colors derive from Black and the cast universe is predominately dark or black.”Take the time to check out their products which are available ONLINE NOW!!
“We do it for the people” – Savage Kingz Clothing
I had the opportunity to do another product based photoshoot with Savage Kingz Clothing featuring Chris Scholar, while also taking some “behind the scenes” footage of their promotional video shoot featuring Dahc Christian. (You can check out both artists’ latest singles by clicking the links attached to their names)
Here are a few shots of their latest gear, and more of their products can be seen on their previous photoshoots Part 1, Part 2 & Part 3.
About the brand: “Savage Kingz Clothing is a brand that promotes the empowerment of our youth and input a sense of leadership. We daring our youth and peers to be different and dream big. There is no dream or idea to big if you are willing to work and go for it.” This brand name is attempting to change the negative connotation of the word “savage” in order to bring it into a more positive light.
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