Why did I decide to trade the bustling streets of the Big Apple for the vibrant energy of Miami as a photographer? After all, isn’t New York City the ultimate Mecca for fashion, designers, jewelry, fashion accessories, cosmetics, and beauty? Well, it certainly is, and I spent a solid decade there. However, as many of my fellow creatives can attest, …
We all appreciate a good photo, but what elevates a photograph to legendary status? What is it about the works of photographers like Mario Testino or Mert & Marcus that mesmerizes audiences, driving them to invest in a luxury brand or pick up a magazine for its cover? Contrary to popular belief, the secret doesn’t always lie in provocation or …
On a budget? Let’s face it. Makeup artists don’t always come free and hiring one on your own isn’t usually the cheapest option. That’s why it’s important to know how to apply your own makeup so that you can be photoshoot ready in a jiff. Follow these tips and become your own makeup artist! HYDRATE, HYDRATE, HYDRATE! First things first, …
Not sure of what you should or shouldn’t be eating the night before your big photoshoot? Many foods can leave you feeling low of energy and unhappy so it’s important to choose your diet wisely. Follow this simple guide and make sure to get plenty of rest (concealer can only cover so much) and you’ll be good to go! AVOID …
The night before your photoshoot can be nerve wracking especially if you’re not sure how to prep yourself beforehand. These tips will leave you waking up feeling refreshed, confident and ready to take on the day. KEEP YOR SKIN FRESH One of the most important things u can do for yourself the night before is to prep your skin for …
We retouchers have been taking a lot of heat recently over some really questionable work being released in the media. Just this morning I woke up to find the headline This Photoshop Fail Will Make You Sick To Your Stomach on the Huffington Post’s front page. The image was of a female model that was viciously attacked by the Liquify …
Before I get started with this article, I just want to address that a few years ago, I had a nose job. The doctor did a fantastic job, and I could not be happier with the results. I know a lot of beautiful women who have had minor surgeries like nose jobs, breast augmentation, and honestly if you have a …
If there is one thing that I have learned with my short experience modeling, and being a photographer, it’s you need to have a sixth sense for detecting folks who claim to be a photographer but are honestly just perverts. You need to be especially careful when you are on sites such as Model Mayhem. Here are six tips for …