Playlist: May I Have this Dance?
Whether you're moving with your man or dancing with yourself, this May playlist will put some pep in your step and love in your heart. Follow it on Apple Music.
Dark Chocolate Orange Cookies
Is it a cop-out to be doing a second recipe for orange chocolate cookies? I wouldn't say so, because although I posted about orange chocolate chip cookies already, these dark chocolate orange cookies are a game changer.
How Content Planning Saves Me Stress
Every content creator behaves differently. Some go through bursts of inspiration and put out tons of content before retreating, and some follow a consistent schedule. For me, I prefer pre-planned content that runs on a consistent schedule. Here's how content planning saves me stress.
Quick Session: Flor Boncuero @ State Management
While the weather was still warming up, I photographed Flor Boncuero at State Management. We made the most of the morning sunshine with the frosty air biting at our heels, and managed to get some lovely lighting and pretty photos.
Orange Chocolate Chip Cookies
These orange chocolate chip cookies have a refreshing orange flavor and are very moist inside. They are a perfect treat for a sunny day at the park and would make a lovely picnic snack.
Photo Shoot: @whatswrongwithmyvagina
I recently shot some images of two gorgeous models for an Instagram page, @whatswrongwithmyvagina. The account talks about women's health and general issues, and I was so happy to collaborate with the page to highlight these two beautiful humans. We shot on a rooftop in Brooklyn and used the natural light to our advantage.
Simple Vanilla Pound Cake
Pound cake was one of my absolute favorite treats growing up. There is something so wholesome and warm about these delightful desserts –– as I'm sure you can tell at this point, I appreciate rich and dense desserts.
Unfollowing: It's Not You, It's Me
Not every lost mutual is a loss, but just a part of the cycle that runs on social media. Is every unfollow you make simply out of spite and dislike, or is it something you do and immediately move on with your day?
Quick Session: Christiane @ State Management
The presence of certain people is unexplainably calming. That's how I felt testing with Christiane at State Management –– the way she works in front of the camera feels so spiritual and light. We played calming music, worked with natural light, and Christiane moved to her own rhythm.
Dark Chocolate Orange Brownies
I needed to know what chocolate and orange would taste like in a brownie. Thus, this dark chocolate orange brownie recipe was born. These brownies are very dense and moist, but the dark chocolate keeps them from being too sweet and rich.
Quick Session: Meghan Takahashi
I had a very quick session with Meghan at State Management before Kenneth took the reigns and had a gorgeous test shoot. Although I may not be shooting full time right now, I'm still enjoying being back in the swing of creating on so many fronts.
Soft Lemon Crinkle Cookies
Windows open and breeze flowing through the apartment, these lemon crinkle cookies were born. The best part? Just a hint of ginger, inspired by one of my favorite summertime treats –– ginger lemonade.
Playlist: April Showers
With the spring, though, comes the showers –– the rainy days spent under covers, or hidden away with baked goods.
Curl up in a blanket and grab a cup of tea with this April showers playlist. Follow it on Apple Music.
5 Quick Tips for a Comfortable Test Shoot
When you’re new to test shooting, it can be intimidating to want to get things right. These shoots can be of huge benefit to both your portfolio and the model’s, and you want to be able to produce a product that works for everyone. I’ve put together a list of quick tips to a comfortable test shoot.
Quick Session: Agnes Artych
Agnes Arytch is a model that Kenneth and I worked with for an Atlas Magazine shoot a couple of years ago, and we were so excited to have the opportunity to work with her again. This time was a little (or a lot) more low-key; we had a beautiful morning shoot in Brooklyn in the shining sun.
Creating an Effective Mood Board
When planning a photo shoot, you'll often be asked by members of your team to share a mood board. If you've never made one of these–– don't fret. Let's get started on creating an effective mood board.
Quick Session: Diosmary @ State Management
On a bright morning in Brooklyn, we shot a quick test shoot with Diosmary at State Management. Have you ever looked out the window and thought of how warm it looks even though you know it's not? This was one of those days –– Diosmary braved the chilly air for some sunny spring vibes.
5 Ways to Help You Log Off
These are my simple tips to disconnect–– if only for a short while.
Quick Session: Bella Davison
When Bella at State Management came through for a quick test with Kenneth and I, I was determined to feel all of the springtime vibes. These are my shots from our quick session in Crown Heights.