SOLVANG, CALIFORNIA

During an assignment a couple weeks ago near Santa Barbara, I went out and shot some portraits, animals and landscapes.

LOIS IN GRIFFITH PARK

Lois Samuels is a Jamaican born artist in Los Angeles, a model since the mid ‘90s, as well as a dear friend.

OLIVIA IN LOS ANGELES

I’ve been working with Olivia Burgess for years. We first shot in Paris, then New York, now in Los Angeles.

FRANK LLOYD WRIGHT'S HOLLYHOCK HOUSE

The Aline Barnsdall Hollyhock House, nestled in the East Hollywood neighborhood of Los Angeles, California, is a celebrated architectural gem designed by the renowned Frank Lloyd Wright. Originally envisioned as a haven for the affluent oil heiress Aline Barnsdall, this masterpiece was constructed between 1919 and 1921. Today, it stands as the focal point of the vibrant Barnsdall Art Park, a cherished cultural hub in the city.

In a significant milestone, the Hollyhock House, alongside seven other structures crafted by Wright in the 20th century, was bestowed the honor of being added to the prestigious UNESCO World Heritage List in July 2019. This recognition marks the first time that modern American architecture has been immortalized on this esteemed list.

The Hollyhock House's architectural significance lies in its pioneering design, which seamlessly integrates indoor and outdoor living spaces. This innovative approach has not only influenced subsequent architectural endeavors but has also become a hallmark of Wright's enduring legacy.

NOEMIE-PARIS

Red Magazine Cover Shoot. Styling by Oonagh Brennan

LONGINES-NEW YORK

Some images from a shoot for Longines in New York City, September 2023.

LONER DEER-PARIS

Loner Deer is a French folk singer and songwriter. His voice, his words are haunting, especially when you consider he’s in his early twenties. I’m so happy I got to shoot him in Paris. I’ve been listening to his music for a year. His new album comes out early November. @thelonerdeer

KAYLA MICHELLE MARTINEZ

“My name is Kayla Michelle Martinez and I am 100% Puerto Rican. I grew up in New York City, specifically in the Lower East Side & the Bronx. I enjoy connecting with people, writing and reading and I enjoy sitting on my couch and watching any Wes Anderson film. I did Musical Theater for a bit, it was definitely fun as a kid to explore myself through performance. It’s forced me to be okay with vulnerability and truth which is why I enjoy modeling. It’s an opportunity for me to be honest and open to any moment the camera captures — pretty or not. “

STUDIO-MUKA

In early April 2023, the owners of Studio Muka, Neda Kakhsaz and Zabie Mustafa, hired me to create new visuals for their launch. We shot at their studio in Los Angeles, we kept the images organic, clean, mostly shot with natural light.

JEROME DAVIS-SOUTH LOS ANGELES

I was in South Los Angeles on April 5th, 2023, early in the morning, on my way to the studio. I was shooting landscapes and things, as it’s a very photogenic area, when I ran into Jerome Davis. His face was striking, I told him so, he smiled, and asked him if I could take his portrait. We agreed on a small fee for his time, and we spent a few minutes together talking and shooting, and he told me his story a bit. He’s 54, has been homeless since he’s 19. He’s half Cherokee, half black American. He has no children. And like so many forgotten, he doesn’t spend time wondering why he was handed his struggles. He just keeps moving. I think he was surprised to be engaged in a conversation, he seemed lonely. I asked him if people photograph him often, he says yes, but they don’t ask. They click and take off. Homelessness and invisibility in Los Angeles are striking, it’s a strange city in so many ways, and it says a lot about us, as a society, and as individuals, that we see extraordinary outer beauty perhaps, but don’t pause to see a man, or a woman, in there, that would like to be acknowledged for their intrinsic value. After our talk, I saw him walk, far, on Crenshaw. I have no idea where he was going. I hope I run into him again.

TRIXIE AND GIANLUCA-LOS ANGELES

These guys are my neighbors in Silver Lake. They’re working on a vintage Toyota, I spent a few moments taking images.

KINGS GYM, OAKLAND CALIFORNIA

King’s boxing gym has been open since 1984, in Oakland, California. Champions like Andre Ward came out of there, as well as Nonito Donaire. I was there training a couple weeks ago, and I saw some good faces, so my friend Bryan helped me, we set up a grey backdrop, and we had fun getting to know people. Rain was happening, but we got it done.

TO LIVE AND DIE IN L.A

The “To Live and Die in L.A” event happened on February 25th, 2023. It’s a yearly gathering of different L.A cultures, including chicanos, bikers, punk rock and others. The rain made shooting difficult, but I was able to get a few nice shots.