I always find it beneficial to mix it up and get creative both with the poses your models do but also in the angles and perspectives you take as a photographer. A friend and model, Taylor, is a natural at coming up with unique and compelling poses.
2024-09-26 22:34:18 +0000 UTC View Post
I was just finishing up a great shoot with visiting model Molly (molliegurl on Instagram) Saturday afternoon when I noticed the direct light of sunset had disappeared leaving this beautiful soft light to work with. We captured a few more great portraits at this home overlooking the city of Los An...
2024-09-25 18:36:59 +0000 UTC View Post
I waded through a river with traveling model Silver Strawberry (Silverstrawberry_ on IG) until we came across this bend in the river and the light filtered through the nearby trees perfectly. Her authentic, natural poses made for excellent portraits
2024-09-24 17:24:34 +0000 UTC View Post
My favorite portraits to capture are ones where it doesn’t even seem like the photographer is there, as if you’re taking a snapshot of a scene. I took this portrait of model Emily Rainey (Emilymakeitrainey on Instagram) inside a downtown Los Angeles studio.
2024-09-24 02:15:44 +0000 UTC View Post
I’ve been fortunate to work with model Emily Rainey (emilymakeitrainey on IG) a couple times the last few years. For this latest shoot, we made our way out into this mini forest complete with a river.
2024-09-20 01:30:01 +0000 UTC View Post
Sometimes all you need for great portraits is a bedroom setting with excellent natural light pouring in the windows. I captured this portrait with Jenn aka 1jennaration2.0 on Instagram in her master bedroom with light from a nearby balcony filling up the room.
2024-09-16 01:08:39 +0000 UTC View Post
When I’m shooting outdoors, I’ll regularly use open shade as it provides a soft light and changes it up from harsh light, especially if it’s outside of golden hour. I captured this portrait of model Mara Daniels in Los Angeles using open shade on this balcony overlooking the Pacific Ocean. ...
2024-09-14 00:20:42 +0000 UTC View Post
I don’t think I’ll ever tire of incorporating denim into photo shoots. It’s a great and versatile look. Model Lexi (baabyog on Instagram) showcased the look for a golden hour shoot
2024-09-12 21:56:55 +0000 UTC View Post
I’ve shot with friend and model Sarah Marie numerous times over the years. We visited FD Studios for this shoot with a mix of urban looks and wood paneled backdrops.
2024-09-10 17:14:24 +0000 UTC View Post
I found this loft in downtown Los Angeles that features a library along one side. With the way the light filtered in via a side window, it made for a beautiful blend of light and shadows for this portrait session with Venus (TotallyVapid on Instagram).
2024-09-09 18:11:31 +0000 UTC View Post
The soft hammock inside this natural light filled studio made for beautiful portrait opportunities. I used a ladder for this overhead perspective with model and friend, Taylor.
2024-09-08 21:17:35 +0000 UTC View Post
With this week’s heat wave pushing temperatures past 100 degrees in most areas, I made a visit to this hidden away river spot with model Amy Fabooboo (AmyFabooboo on IG).
2024-09-08 00:55:10 +0000 UTC View Post
This current heat wave makes visiting local beaches an enticing option. That’s just what I did when model Michelle (mmmxelleee on Instagram) came to town and we had a great shoot along the coastline.
2024-09-07 16:11:33 +0000 UTC View Post
Traveling model Courtney Julia (Court.Hes on IG) showcased her flexibility with this portrait leaning up against the island in a friend’s kitchen.
2024-09-05 02:58:16 +0000 UTC View Post
I set the alarm for an early start Tuesday morning to go after that beautiful soft, warm light. It complemented model Annie King nicely (AnnieKingxoxo on IG)
2024-09-04 23:46:02 +0000 UTC View Post
When I arrived for a sunrise photo shoot with model Silver Strawberry, the sun was nowhere to be found. The overcast skies, though, added a moodiness to the portraits with the clouds diffusing the sun and providing soft natural light.
2024-09-04 07:12:18 +0000 UTC View Post
There’s nothing quite look the powerful, warm glow from natural light. I captured this portrait with model Taylor relying on window light inside this beautiful DTLA studio
2024-08-31 23:05:45 +0000 UTC View Post
Kaylie was a trooper for this shoot. When we began this afternoon golden hour session, the temperature was pushing 108 degrees. It proved worth it for an excellent shoot.
2024-08-22 05:46:40 +0000 UTC View Post
I've shot with model and friend Sarah Marie numerous times over the last couple years. Her self-confidence truly shows through with her modeling.
2024-08-22 05:37:36 +0000 UTC View Post