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.

I met Eliza Shirazi of Kick It By Eliza at Everybody Fights hidden in the Seaport District of Boston. The gym gave me major Dogpound vibes. She geared up with her gloves and Kick It New Balance gear. Eliza showed me what it takes to be a part of the kick it crew in the ring.

Jab. Jab. Jab.

High kick!

Eliza's energy and inspiration is contagious. It's evident by the many greetings of the other gym attendees. One girl brings her father up to Eliza to introduce them and tell her father what a difference Eliza's class has made on her. Mixing portraiture, fitness and lifestyle, I was able to capture the many sides of Eliza and her inner MISSBISH.

"MISSBISH means being the most kick ass version of yourself."