Pop and Suki Camera Bag

I partnered with Pop & Suki this past fashion week to debut their "camera bag" behind the scenes at shows as my camera companion. Shooting the bag backstage on racks, on the runway and with models was a fun break from my other coverage.

I treated the end of NYFW with a classic Shake Shack burger and fries because it seemed appropriate after the long hours and model gawking. 

Photos were featured on Pop and Suki's Instagram stories throughout the week.

Adorama NYFW

Being a writer for Adorama during New York Fashion Week was so unique and special. I was able to tell my stories and experiences that occur during the crazy week on such a large platform. Accompanied by galleries of my images, readers can truly get a sneak peek into the life of a backstage photographer, photographing celebrities, squeezing my way into the photo pit, editing on a deadline and rushing to get a cab to the next show. 

Go to Adorama to check out my articles and if you haven't read it already, please read the  Meet a Pro feature on me. 

Ralph Lauren Spring 2017 for T Magazine

By the end of the week, NYFW can feel repetitive. Hair. makeup. Backstage. First Looks. 

Ralph Lauren was a refreshing end to the hectic fashion week. With no backstage or first looks access, my coverage was limited to front row and runway. Julianne Moore and her daughter sat front row with Haley Bennett,  Rosie Huntington-Whitely, Annabelle Wallis and Jessica Alba. 

After the show, doors opened to their Madison Ave store where attendees could shop the looks immediately. Guests mingled with Ralph and his family while enjoying champagne. 

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Michael Kors Spring 2017 for T Magazine

It may have not been "All Access Kors" as I would have hoped, but it was a dream. Between backstage with all the models napping, snapchatting, and getting dolled up to a quick trip to first looks, I got all the access I needed. Never having shot Bella before, I felt like I checked a killer model off my bucket list.  

Bella was given a GoPro set up to tape herself backstage getting ready. She turned the camera around and faced it on me and another photographer (who was shooting for Getty). “Hey everyone! Look at my friends” she said into the GoPro as she smiled and taped us. We both waved at the camera. Sadly, this clip was cut from the final video, but I make a "small" (literal and physical) cameo in the beginning. 

For the full slideshow check out T Magazine

Monique Lhuillier Spring 2017

This was by far the prettiest runway I shot all week. I shot for Monique covering backstage, first looks, front row and runway. Bows tied on pony tails matched the handbags with bows hanging from the straps. Thick brows, nude lips and dark nails (which happens to be my everyday look) were also seen backstage. I can't wait to see what she has in store for bridal!

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Tory Burch Spring 2017 for T Magazine

Girls in matching tracksuits remind me of my middle school days (i.e. Juciy), but Tory out did herself. Models wore matching Tory Sport tracksuits that made you feel like their were some sort of elite model Olympic beauty team. The show was held at the Whitney, where the runway, hair and makeup and first looks took over 2 floors.

Sara Sampaio, Taylor Hill, Romee Strijd, Stella Maxwell and Hailey Baldwin were in attendance. Tory watched rehearsals and was never seen without perfect smile. If she was stressed, you wouldn't have been able to notice. I snuck into the room where all the clothes were on rack and drooled over the pearl shoes and oversized pearl necklaces. 

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Prabal Gurung Spring 2017

When Prabal asked to work with me again, I immediately responded YES. all CAPS.

I adored working with the team when I was shooting their BTS for their pre-fall lookbook and was thrilled to work with the creative and passionate team once again. 

"Just do your thing." No shot list. No requirements. No off-limit areas. I was able to capture, explore and create content for their social channels with no restrictions. This isn't always the case backstage at shows, even if you are shooting for the designer themselves. Hailey Baldwin was their "star" backstage. She was also on my model bucket list and was eager to shoot her transformation of pre-hair & makeup to off the runway. 

The cherry on top, seeing my work immediately on their homepage of their website. 

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Ryan Roche Spring 2017 for T Magazine

It is always fun to photograph shows with similarities to ones I shot in the past or same week. It pushes me to capture different content. This show also had a ballerina (like Sachin & Babi) and a red lip (much like Monse). The simple neutrals juxtaposed the complex hair weaving with fabric.  

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Victoria Beckham Spring 2017 for T Magazine

Having access to Victoria Beckham's Spring 2017 show was a shock and an honor. Brooklyn and David snuck backstage post show and mingled quietly under the radar. Meanwhile, editors and buyers swarmed Victoria and anxiously waited for their chance to speak with her and interview her on her inspiration for this stunning velvet collection.

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Sachin & Babi Spring 2017

Ballerinas in Sachin & Babi custom spring pieces and gowns that make me want to twirl around endlessly filled the three floor Fort Gansevoort in Meatpacking. The models were relaxed and had smiles from ear to ear as they put on their looks. Guests started filing in around 11, coming up to the designer duo congratulating them on a beautiful collection. 

My photos can be seen on Sachin & Babi's Website and Sachin & Babi Instagram.

Monse Spring 2017 for T Magazine

Back shooting for T this NYFW season and I couldn't be more blessed. Monse was the perfect start to my fashion week. Red lip classic, sequins and a "de-constructed" runway and one small photographer attempting to yet again not fan girl out in front of Zosia Mamet. 

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Tommy Hilfiger Men's SS17 for T Magazine

Tommy Hilfiger's Men's Presentation was rainbow dreams meets Beatles cover. 

"I don't have Tommy underwear!" screams one model. "Everyone has matching underwear and I don't have any on!" he says while looking deep into his black and white striped pants. 

The models posed for a quick shot on the High Line prior to the presentation. Separate square platforms filled the empty space for models to stand on. The models were bold and bright next to the all black attendees of the fashion industry in NYC. 

Rack of clothes, sunglass, bags, belts and shoes were displayed throughout the room. Guests were greeted at the door by attractive men in matching white and red striped shirts with cocktail trays and Brooklyn summer Ale bottles. 

One guest snatched a jacket off the display and sunglasses to take an Instagram. (He quickly was asked to take all the items off). Jerry O'Connell, a VIP guest, introduced himself to me, as if I had no idea who he was. I tried to hold back telling him how much I like his new role on Mistresses. 

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Ovadia and Sons SS17 NYFWM

Leopard. Tie Dye. Marijuana logos. 

Shimon and Ariel Ovadia put on the most killer show last night at Skylight Clarkson that I have ever seen. 

I raved about how much I loved the collection to the brothers backstage after I looked through the pieces shooting details of the furs, nits and blouses. "Don't look at all the pieces before the show, it will ruin the surprise for you," they said. However, seeing it on the runway was a whole new experience. A flower installation hung from the ceiling and the runway was shaped in a horse shoe as models circled around benches of seats. 

Guests included Jadakiss, Colton Haynes, Ally Maki, Travis Mills, Eric Rutherford, Shabazz Muhammad, Dahntay Jones, Dwayne Harris and J Balvin. Luka Sabbat opened the show in a leopard silk top and layers of chain necklaces. 

I was fortunate enough to cover my 3rd Ovadia and Sons collection. A collection that will be buzzed about for months to come. 

Jesse Metcalfe

Actor Jesse Metcalfe and I did a shoot during my time during NYFW. A nice break from covering shows, I was able to do some portraiture of Jesse in the Meat Packing District. 

The shoot was just for fun for his Instagram and blog. Jesse was full of ideas on where to shoot to get the best lighting and what to incorporate into the photos. We ended over at a cafe, where teenage girls giggled and pointed while I worked. When I paused in between shots, they would rush over and gush, "Aren't you the guy from John Tucker Must Die?" Jesse would smile and nod, which resulted in girls lining up asking to take photos on multiple iPhones for latergrams. 

When we wrapped the shoot, he sat down for a drink at the cafe with friend/ model Devon Windsor and Joey Maalouf. "What's up purple lids?" said Jesse to girlfriend Cara Santana as she leaped over and sat on his lap.  She giggled right as I clicked the shutter.

Sometimes it's the behind the scenes or the outtakes that make the best shots. The unplanned, in the moment.  

Check out Jesse's website for more of the photos. 

Jamie Chung for E! News

Jamie and I first met a little over a year ago. I gushed over her new engagement ring over oysters at the Standard Highline Hotel. Which then turned into an impromptu photoshoot in the bathroom

We later collaborated a bunch of times doing work for her blog What The Chung during fashion week and outfit posts.

Jamie contacted me about a piece she was doing for E! News about how to wear a skirt 3 different ways for Macy's. We met at her apartment in BK and roamed around scouting locations for each of the looks. It had begun to rain during the shoot, but Jamie is so incredibly easy to work with and is so photogenic, that it only takes a few seconds before you know you got the shot. Sometimes it's making sure the shirt flows perfectly in the wind, a hand gesture or a giggle that takes the shot from "street style" to lifestyle. 

For the full article check out E! News

Three Clicks for Damsel in Dior

Jacey recently posted some more of the photos we took during NYFW outside the Gramercy Park Hotel. This outfit is fitting to the glamour and perfection that surrounds the park and the high class demeanor it exhibits. The NYC clutch was the perfect touch to this look, reminding us how dreamy the city life can be.

For the full post click here.

The Glam App Truck

Cara Santana and Joey Maalof have partnered up for the greatest app ever. The Glam App.

Cara and I have worked together before so I was thrilled to have joined in on this project during NYFW. A traveling truck for 3 days around NYC, providing free hair, makeup and nails. 

It was a nice break between shows to shoot something so different than my usual NYFW schedule. Cara makes a point to talk to anyone in line and even watches while New Yorkers get done up.

I highly suggest you download the app. It will save you from many disasters and provides a stress free experience before any night out. 

Chanel for Damsel in Dior

Happy Fall!

Time for salty caramel mochas (not a pumpkin spiced latte kind of girl), plaid shirts and oversized sweaters from Brandy Melville, apple picking, halloween (where I try to convince someone to dress with me as Benson and Stabler every year) and Free People knee high socks in front of a crackling roaring fire.

Damsel in Dior has all your wants and needs for the perfect fall wardrobe in this shoot we did together during fashion week post the Chanel presentation. 

For the post click here.

Street Style for Nylon

Stationed outside Milk Studios and Skylight Clarkson shooting street style for Nylon, I was bound to see and shoot some interesting people.

The outfits become more and more extreme as seasons go on. Girls pace down and back on the street hoping they are photographed, without even wandering into a show or a building. 

A headphone in one ear and my D800 in my right hand, I'm on the lookout for color, sequins, and apparently beards that hit the ground. 

BCBG for Damsel in Dior

Besides my envy for her effortlessly chic bob, Jacey has the best wardrobe. Her mix of dresses, tees and strappy heels would make any fashionista die of happiness. She may be from LA, but she definitely has the New Yorker style in her.  

We shot this look in the East Village before she jetted off to BCBG's runway show on Thursday. 

Check out her post here.