NYFW Fall 2018 for Mansur Gavriel

This season I got to work with photographers Tanya and Zhenya Posternak at the Mansur show. Both sisters ran the Instagram story account while I shot for social. The collaborative process backstage to create imagery was unlike any show I have done before. Tanya, Zhenya and I met with the Mansur team a week prior to the show to discuss the show schedule and deliverables. I admire their work so much and loved being able to shoot alongside them this season.

Check my work out on Mansur's instagram and website.

NYFW Fall 2018 for Coach

My assignment for Coach this season was to work exclusively with Selena Gomez to create unique content for Coach's social media. Having worked with Selena before, I was excited to create new work of her and spend some time with her prior to the show.

I always end my show coverage by shooting Stuart with the guest post-show congratulating him on his collection and asking about his inspiration. Spotted backstage was Storm Reid, of the new upcoming movie A Wrinkle in Time, Tommy Dorfman of 13 Reasons Why, Hip-Hop Artists Joey Badass and of course Artist Petra Collins.

You can see my work on Coach's Instagram as well as Stuart's Instagram

Jamie Chung X NYFW

When she was in NYC for a few days during NYFW, Jamie Chung and I collaborated on some shoots for Parker and Adidas. I can't believe I have known Jamie for 4 years now. Our first shoot was at the Standard Hotel Highline in the bathroom where they had these killer black and white patterned walls. She introduced me that day to my now obsession with oysters and she had just recently got engaged. I always love shooting with Jamie while she is in town and catching up. Happy to call her a friend and a client!

Follow along on Jamie's work and killer style over on her Instagram. 

Ashley Stark X Valentine's Day

Ashley's home is stunning to say the least. Every room was picture perfect for our Valentine's Day Party shoot. We wanted to showcase Ashley's personality and life while still focusing on the interiors. Check out Ashley's Instagram for more images featuring rosé, party favors, cofetti and more. 

Coach X Minnie Mouse

I have never laughed so hard on a photoshoot. I was honored to be in the presence of Disney Royalty as Stuart fitted Minnie Mouse for her custom Coach look. The Coach capsule collection launched January 22, 2018 (the same day Minnie accepted her Hollywood Walk of Fame Star). 

Minnie was over the top hilarious and adorable on set and in the workshop. This was my first shoot of 2018 and I couldn't have asked for a better one.

Women's March 2018

I joined my sister and friends in NYC for another march this weekend. Last year I created a series of photos for a personal project and as much as I was excited to march I was just as excited to shoot more this year. A mix of signs, portraits and reportage, the images accurately depict the power of the march and the movement.  

You can view all my March photos in the personal section of my website. 

Mansur Gavriel on Wooster St.

Mansur Gavriel updated it's Wooster St. store for the new season. It's hard not to love an interior when it's millennial pink. To see more photos check out mansurgavriel.com

Starbucks Give Good

In lieu of giving gifts this season, I passed out coffee to the homeless in NYC. What I created was a special photo series dear to my heart of the people I met. 

Starbucks releasing their holiday cup collection is my favorite time of year. I look forward to Halloween purely because the launch is the following day. The design and red colored theme always puts me in the holiday spirit. Anyone who knows me knows I love this day more than my birthday or any other day of the year.  

I was happy to spread the holiday joy this season with those on the streets on New York City. I hope this series inspires you to give good as well and make someone's day by buying them a hot cup of coffee.

Selena Gomez in London for Coach

Following my days at the workshop, I flew with the Coach team to London to shoot Selena at the Regent Store meet and greet. The first day in London I spent bopping around the city capturing the Selena bag in front of tourist spots like Buckingham Palace, The London Eye and in a phone booth. It was the perfect first day to settle in because I got to tour the city and work simultaneously. 

The next day I covered her arrival at the Coach Regent store and her meet and greets with hundreds of fans. Fans waited outside in the cold with hot chocolate and little heart Coach hand warmers waiting to be led inside to a line that weaved around the store and downstairs to the second floor. I saw so many tears and heard multiple heart felt stories of fans battling with sickness and finding peace in her music. 

When all the fans had cleared out I followed Selena to her hotel, where I took some last minute photos of her dress (See pervious post) and took a portrait of Stuart on his way to the British Fashion Awards. 

This was by far the highlight of my 2017. I am so blessed Coach took me to London and gave me this opportunity. 2018 has a lot to live up to.

For more coverage check out Coach's Instagram and Facebook.

Selena Gomez Fittings for Coach

Finally catching up on my blogging after the holidays. The end of 2017 was crazy for me. I worked a lot with Coach and spent a fair amount of time in the Coach workshop.

I captured the making of Selena's American Music Awards' leather dress and the prairie dress she wore to the British Fashion Awards in London with Stuart. From the glitter patches to carefully stitching vintage lace, Coach pays close attention to detail. I love spending time in the workshop watching the team put together these incredible pieces for her to wear on red carpets. 

Coach and Selena 5th Ave

She stayed way past her allotted time because she insisted on chatting with everyone who came. Selena greeted all the fans with a hug, signed posters and took lots and lots of photos.  Just a few days later she announced she had a kidney transplant. I've never met a celebrity/notable more inspirational than Selena. It was an honor to spend the day with heron 5th ave at the Coach store to celebrate her new collaboration bag with Stuart.

To the left is me shooting the superstar in Coach's store in custom Coach bomber jacket.

More moments can be seen on Coach's Instagram, Twitter, 

Magic Hour at Moxy Times Square

This is by far the craziest party I have ever attended. I shot the recent TAO Grand Opening of Magic Hour, the rooftop of the Moxy Times Square Hotel.

Golf course. Fidget spinners on head pieces. Models in body paint. Frat party themed room. Pillow fights. Circus actors. 

Hopefully the photos do this party justice. My photos can be seen on Thirsty, Moxy Times Square Instagram and Facebook, Laverne Cox's Instagram and Page Six. 

Armani Beauty with Jamie Chung & Bryan Greenberg

When Jamie asked me to shoot her and her husband Bryan for social content, I immediately said YES. The intimate shoot on the roof overlooking the city was the perfect setting to showcase the Armani fragrances. I had met Bryan a couple times when he was in NY, but never got to shoot them together. 

You can see the shots on Jamie's Instagram as well as Bryan's.

Mansur Gavriel on Madison Ave

Mansur Gavriel just opened up their very pink pop up on Madison Ave. I shot the store before it opened to the public this week and captured some interiors for their web and press.

For more check out https://www.mansurgavriel.com/pages/new-york-madison

NYFW Spring 2018 for Chillhouse

Chillhouse is one of my clients outside of NYFW, so I was thrilled to hear they would be doing the nails at some of the coolest shows. My beauty details and products shots at Club Monaco, Baja East and their Lexus Pop Up in Meatpacking throughout the week can be seen on Cosmopolitan, Pop Sugar, and Byrdie

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LEXUS POP UP

Bibhu Mohapatra Spring 2018 for Christian Louboutin

Seen on Christian Louboutin Instagram

Working with the Louboutin team this season was such an honor. 

Never have I been able to do constant squats while shooting NYFW.

Clearly not the same coverage I do for T Magazine, there was no need to capture makeup, models, the runway set or details of the clothing. I spent the whole time on the floor, focusing on those red soles.

I love the start contrast of the silhouette against the white wall and shadow. All the lines juxtaposed to the circles on the dress, create a bold dynamic look. 

NYFW Spring 2018 for Tumblr

I was overjoyed to hear that this NYFW season I was going to be one of Tumblr's creators. Alongside GIF makers, illustrators and fellow photographers, I would be able to create imagery unique and different from past seasons. With the access to all shows and encouragement to shoot anything I want, anyway I want, Tumblr allowed me to shoot passion projects and take the time to edit and finalize them before sharing. 

You can see all my posts during NYFW on my tumblr 

https://smallgirlbiglens.tumblr.com/

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NYFW Spring 2018 for T Magazine

I am finally catching up on my blog coverage from NYFW. I figured I would combine all my T Magazine coverage into one post.

Eckhaus Latta

I shot the always envelope pushing Eckhaus Latta. Located in Bushwick warehouse, models sported see through outfits, slicked back hair and green clay swiped  on their arms and body. I created one of my favorite bodies of work - hence the separation omy website. It felt different than my past NYFW coverage and I felt it was strong enough to stand alone as a unique reportage of the show and designer's creative outlook.

Oscar de la Renta

Definitely a contrast to Oscar de la Renta. Held at Sotherby's, the location alone expresses the difference in the designers aesthetic. Splatter paint dresses, sequins and pant suits graced the halls and escalator entrance of the runway. Bella was certainly the star as photographer's flocked her getting her makeup done. Nicki Minaj, Paris and Nikki Hilton, and Zosia Mamet were in attendance alongside Anna Wintour. 

Carolina Herrera

Lastly, I wrapped my T Magazine coverage with Carolina Herrera. She hosted the first ever fashion show at the MOMA. Iconic. The bright bold color collection accompanied the greens in the garden. Lily Aldridge, Cameron Dallas andMichelle Monaghan sat front row in support of the designer. Models dressed and prepped amongst the greatest pieces of art and installations in their I heart NY t-shirts.   

For more ... check out T Magazine's New York Fashion Week Recap and Favorite's from Fashion Month

Elysse at Overthrow

It's important to always stay inspired. Always jot down photoshoot ideas, whether it be models you want to collab with, a makeup story you have an idea for, an object you want to intergrate or locations you want to shoot.

I've had Overthrow Boxing on my list as a location I was dying to shoot at for at least a year. My sister introduced me to Elysse over Instagram and instantly knew she would be perfect for this location shoot. Elysse is a Soul Cycle instructor in Philly and happened to be in the city when our schedules lined up perfectly.

From there I told her what to wear and style her hair for the shoot.  Around the boxing studio was Oddfellows Ice Cream (another place on my list) and the mural on Bowery. All locations lended to different vibes, yet weaved together seamlessly as a story.   

MAAD for Taste the Style

When I showed up to Boss Babe MAAD's studio space on the second floor of a Brooklyn apartment, I knew instantly this was going to be one of my favorite shoots of the summer.  

We started in the studio, but her outfit was made to be shot in the streets. 

See and read more about MAAD on Taste the Style