Tag: San Francisco Bay Area
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Breaking The Routine With A Different Kind of Photoshoot Collaboration
Stepping beyond the familiar sparks creativity. This photoshoot embraced change, blending raw urban energy with bold storytelling. From dynamic compositions to unexpected contrasts, it redefined my approach. Growth comes from experimentation, and this project proved that breaking routine leads to fresh inspiration.
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Live Music by MusiQ Production and Miss Glamorous International at Hard Rock Live Sacramento
Experience an electrifying night of live music at Hard Rock Live Sacramento on March 22, 2025, presented by MusiQ Production and Miss Glamorous International. Featuring performances by Talyana, Phil Q, Queen Zel, JD Charisma, and Arriane Del, this event promises unforgettable energy and talent.
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Summer Breeze 2025: A Celebration of Talent at the 1st Auditions and Casting
Summer Breeze 2025’s first auditions brought together aspiring models and musicians at the Continental Club in Oakland. Hosted by MusiQ Production, the event showcased confidence, creativity, and community, setting the stage for an exciting season ahead. Featured in CoverStory Magazine soon.
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Creative Crush on This Valentine’s Day
Love isn’t just romance. It’s passion, artistry, and the fire that fuels creation. To the fearless dreamers and makers, your vision shapes the world. Light and shadow, highs and lows. All part of the masterpiece. Keep creating, keep inspiring. Happy Valentine’s Day!
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Victor Sanchez and Mary Kuznetsova at the Legion of Honor
Victor and Mary’s photoshoot at the Legion of Honor radiates timeless elegance and artistry. With stunning wardrobe choices and a breathtaking setting, their session captures the harmony of style, personality, and creative storytelling in every frame.
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Capturing Elegance: A Photoshoot with Grace Carey at the Palace of Fine Arts
Grace Carey brought effortless poise to a memorable photoshoot at the Palace of Fine Arts. Paired with a timeless gown from the Kisau Clothing Collection and a dreamy backdrop, every moment clicked, creating vibrant, story-filled images that perfectly balanced elegance, authenticity, and modern charm.
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Expressions Unleashed: Behind the Scenes with Loni Dangerfield
Discover the magic of spontaneity in Loni Dangerfield’s photoshoot at Kisau Studio. From polished headshots to playful, unfiltered moments, this session captured her confidence, creativity, and authentic personality, transforming each frame into a story that’s uniquely hers.
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Love & Hope Tour 2024 Featuring Scott Braxton’s Latest Dressed By S Creations
The Love & Hope Tour 2024 showcases the latest Dressed By S collection by Scott Braxton. This dynamic fashion event featured bold designs, captivating models, and creative collaboration, offering a stunning visual journey from the runway to behind-the-scenes magic.
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Ballet Dance, Concrete Walls: Andy Nguyen Featured in COPIED Magazine
Andy Nguyen’s transformative dance graces COPIED Magazine’s debut issue, where he redefines movement against San Jose’s industrial backdrops. Captured in raw, minimalist settings, Andy’s artistry brings unexpected beauty to concrete spaces, showcasing grace, strength, and boundless creative energy.
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Frenni Dolsie Acuesta Brings Fashion to Life in COPIED Magazine
This photoshoot with Frenni Dolsie Acuesta, featured in COPIED Magazine, captures the fusion of fashion, movement, and personality. From poised elegance to dynamic motion, the session highlights how creativity and collaboration bring fashion to life in stunning ways.
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The Art of Adornment: Butones Jewelry Graces COPIED Magazine Inaugural Issue
Butones Jewelry, a stunning blend of artistry and sustainability, dazzles in COPIED Magazine’s debut issue. Each piece, crafted from repurposed designer elements, tells a story of transformation, shining with timeless beauty and elegance on every page.
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COPIED Magazine Spotlights HOELI Hair: Cassandra Amor Wells Mission for Mindful Haircare
Featured in COPIED Magazine’s debut issue, Cassandra Amor Wells’ HOELI Hair redefines haircare with a focus on self-love and sustainability. Her visionary brand combines clean, vegan formulations with a mission to empower individuals through mindful beauty and mental wellness.
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Drew Makes Music Featured in the First Issue of COPIED Magazine
Bay Area guitarist Drew Makes Music shines in COPIED Magazine’s debut issue, featuring my photography. From soulful solos to bold collaborations like “RUN MY WAY”, this article celebrates Drew’s artistry and the creative fusion of music and visual storytelling.
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COPIED Magazine Highlights Fashion’s Unifying Power with Maya Romanazzo, Scott Braxton and Butones Jewelry
How does fashion connect cultures? Explore a photoshoot blending Scott Braxton’s intricate designs, Butones Jewelry’s subtle elegance, and Hakone Estate’s serene beauty. Featuring Maya Romanazzo in COPIED Magazine, this collaboration celebrates harmony, creativity, and the power of shared storytelling.
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COPIED Magazine Features Merazine Co-Founder Sreya Halder
Featured in COPIED Magazine, my shoot with Shreya Halder captures her bold, effortless style. Against a sunlit kitchen backdrop, Shreya’s sleek blazer and vibrant boots reflect her innovative spirit and the playful energy of her app, Merazine.
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SWANKY Magazine Presents ‘Lacey 53’: Where Style, Speed, and Personality Collide
When a golden ’53 Chevy, a bold sense of style, and an iconic San Francisco backdrop collide, magic happens. This unplanned shoot captures the raw energy of spontaneity, where every detail tells a story of confidence and craftsmanship.
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Joanna Jia Couture’s “Water of Life” Collection: A Runway Celebration at the Aquarium of the Bay
Joanna Jia Couture’s “Water of Life” collection debuted at the Aquarium of the Bay, merging fashion with marine beauty. The showcase featured designs inspired by ocean colors and textures, emphasizing conservation. Models presented garments reflecting aquatic elegance, while the event highlighted the urgency of protecting marine ecosystems, blending artistry with environmental advocacy.
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The Story Behind the Ride: A Fusion of Craftsmanship and Style
This article explores a photoshoot featuring a timeless ’53 Chevy and its owner, Brian, blending automotive design and personal style. Set against the San Francisco Legion of Honor, it celebrates the fusion of craftsmanship, fashion, and storytelling.
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MALVIE Magazine Presents: ‘Little Red’ Featuring Mary Jayne and Nymeria
Step into the world of a modern-day Little Red Riding Hood, where fairytale meets high fashion. This MALVIE Magazine editorial features Mary Jayne, styled by Scott Braxton and Butones Jewelry, in a striking photoshoot set against the captivating backdrop of an enchanted forest.
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OFF TOWN Magazine Presents: ‘East Meets West’ Featuring Maya Romanazzo
OFF TOWN Magazine features the editorial East Meets West, blending Eastern influences with modern Western fashion. Photographed by Paul Tocatlian at Hakone Japanese Estate and Gardens, this captivating spread highlights Maya Romanazzo, styled by Hannah Do with Butones Jewelry.
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VANGUARD Magazine Presents: ‘Meet Tong Yu’ Featuring Miss Asian California 2024
Tong Yu, Miss Asian California 2024, is captured on the cover of VANGUARD Magazine at the San Francisco Legion of Honor. Photographer Paul Tocatlian’s lens highlights her grace and poise, alongside her journey as an entrepreneur and cultural advocate.
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OFF TOWN Magazine Presents: “Nature’s Runway” Featuring Hannah Do
In my recent feature for OFF TOWN Magazine’s August 2024 issue, we captured the contrast and harmony of high fashion and nature in a photoshoot set in a redwood forest, featuring Hannah Do in a stunning design by Bach Mai.
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Little Red and the Guardian of the Forest
In this reimagined tale, Little Red, clad in a striking red dress, meets the feared wolf, Nymeria, deep in the enchanted forest. But instead of fear, trust blossoms between them. Together, they forge an unlikely bond, walking side by side through the woods, rewriting the ancient story of predator and prey.
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QP Magazine Presents: ‘A Radiant Revolution’ Featuring Natalie Macateer
In the June 2024 issue of QP Magazine, I had the pleasure of photographing Natalie Macateer, founder of Glam Tan by Natalie, on a sun-kissed San Francisco beach. The shoot celebrated her clean beauty brand, supported by hair and makeup artist Mayra Aguiar and designer Scott Braxton.
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Strings of Creativity: The Story of ‘RUN MY WAY’ Album Cover
Explore the making of the album cover of “RUN MY WAY,” by Khaysie featuring CassieOfAllTrades, DJ Thick, and Drew Makes Music, a fusion of music and art. Designed by Ja’Dasia Rose and featuring my photography, this cover captures the essence of the artists in a visually striking narrative.
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