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ChucksandCameras: Jacques Morel Jr.

@ChucksandCameras is BACK!!! With Jacques Morel Jr. #ChucksandCameras

As I walked into the AOL offices, Jacques Morel Jr. was having a meeting in the front conference room with four MCs from across the country for his latest show of BARS, a Facebook Live streaming show living on the Huffpost Black Voices’ page. The only weekly show I’ve ever heard of strictly on FB Live. Minutes before the show, we were able to snap a few pictures around the office and set. As the…

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Chucks&Cameras: Nicole Russell

#ChucksandCameras: Nicole Russell

Last week I had the opportunity to document Nicole Russell speaking to high school students participating in a program called Usher’s New Look on the topic of service. Ever since I met Nicole, she has always been so giving and always providing service to others. After the event, we stopped at a Starbucks in the city to chat before going our separate ways… “I am a philanthropist. I am a foster…

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Chucks&Cameras: Dannis Winston

#ChucksandCamers presents : Dannis Winston

Around Noon yesterday, in a lowly lit bar area inside the beautiful lobby of the Ace Hotel I met up with Dannis Winston who was grabbing a quick bite to eat. His styling was simple yet noticeable & was rocking a dope pair of Chucks I personally have been thinking of picking up. During our convo, learning about Dannis, I was immediately drawn in. “This year is my first time working on my solo…

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Chucks&Cameras: Jonn Nubian

#ChucksandCameras: Jonn Nubian

A few days into NY Fashion Week and I found myself documenting fashion shows sponsored by Monster Products (Check some of photos on their Facebook). During my time shooting I kept running into a certain individual full of his own unique style. On the third day, fate had it that we both had time to spare between fashion shows and he was rocking a dope outfit fitted with some unreleased Chucks.…

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Chucks&Cameras: Robert Hartwell

#ChucksandCameras: Robert Hartwell

Today I want to introduce something new to the Chucks&Cameras site that I have been wanting to do for a while now. Sometimes trying to plan and map out an idea can delay the whole process and worse, stop your idea from ever taking shape. Recently I have been doing things naturally and without much thought. Yesterday was one of those days. With New York Fashion Week beginning throughout the city,…

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Looking Back- Melanie Fiona Cold Piece

Looking Back- Melanie Fiona Cold Piece

“I Feel Like Big Sean!” exclaims Melanie Fiona as she stands draped in a snow-white faux mink coat, with both fists raised towards the ceiling like a boxer who just received a decision. On this day in particular, Fiona’s ring is the breath taking Minus 5 Ice Bar in Midtown, Manhattan and she’ll be sparring in 23-degree weather, jabbing camera lenses with charismatic poses. “Canadians are made for…

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PivotalPath: Headshots

Its always great seeing your images in their final form on one of your clients sites!

Its always great seeing your images in their final form on one of your clients sites! The good people at Pivotal Path allowed me to create their images for their brand new website. They wanted to take advantage of the New York City Midtown location and step away from the boring and typically plain white backdrop we see on so many headshots on Linkedin and in the financial division. I am happy…

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Know Opinion's Presents: Ronald Draper #TakeCareofHarlem

#ChucksandCameras Know Opinion's Presents: Ronald Draper #TakeCareofHarlem

“My work is meant to inspire. It’s meant to perpetuate whatever dream you have. My work is meant to make you feel better” – Ronald Draper Ronald Draper’s short-lived career serves as a quintessential example of one’s destiny being manifested, drawing inspiration from his personal experiences to springboard onto the inevitable road to success. The Harlem, NY native prides himself on utilizing his…

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Remy Ma & Papoose Get Married

Remy Ma & Papoose Get Married

About a month ago, Remy Ma called me up asking to shoot her wedding. How could I say no? What a honor it was for her to choose me to photograph this amazing event. My two days out in CT was full of wedding prep, filming scenes (trying to stay out the VH1 crews’ way), and the huge celebrations. Remy, Papoose, the family, and guest were all extremely joyous. This winter wonderland wedding was just…

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Rap Radar Podcast: Logic

Rap Radar Podcast: Logic

Logic‘s head is in the clouds, but for good reason. In a few hours, he’ll be making his debut on the Tonight Show With Jimmy Fallon thanks to the success of his sophomore album, The Incredible True Story. Indeed, Logic‘s tale is more fact than fiction. So before his late night appearance, the Maryland MC talks to the Rap Radar Podcast about h is new album, rabid fanbase, estranged family,…

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Rap Radar Podcast: G-Eazy

Rap Radar Podcast: G-Eazy

Although G-Eazy’s been in the game for years, the Bay Area MC is finally getting the respect he deserves. With the success of his sophomore release When It’s Dark Out, Eazy is set to embark on a world tour at the top of 2016. But for now, he’s here in New York and while kicking it with Elliott and B.Dot, Eazy speaks on his mixtape grind, dinner with Jay Z, Cortez Bryant, fame, success, and a…

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Alessia Cara Listening Lounge with Hot97 Hours before her debut album Know It All, Alessia Cara caught up with Ebro and Laura Stylez at their exclusive Listening Lounge.

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Jonathan Mannion- 20 Years of Reasonable Doubt

Jonathan Mannion- 20 Years of Reasonable Doubt

Jonathan Mannion celebrated a huge milestone, the 20th anniversary of his first album cover, which just happened to be Jay Z’s first album Reasonable Doubt. This huge start was celebrated with a huge gallery of exclusive color photo prints JM decided to share with the public. Until recently, only the Black & White film was ever seen. I had the opportunity to follow Mannion around and create a…

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#GirlBoss Life: Karen Civil "In a saturated market filled with insta-famous personalities, I find it refreshing when I come across genuine authenticity in a brand, person or project.

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Paddle of the Sexes 2

Paddle of the Sexes 2

Its that time of year again; celebrities, drinks, ping pong, & my ring light. Last year, I purchased a ring light and tested it out at the first annual Paddle of the Sexes produced by Hard2Guard. It was such a hit, they requested I bring it out again! Spin in Ny renovated their walls so the back drop was a lot nicer than last years. Like last year, much of the proceeds went to Precious Dreams…

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Precious Dreams Foundation x Facebook #GlobalCausesDay 2016

Precious Dreams Foundation x Facebook #GlobalCausesDay 2016 #ChucksandCameras

One of my non-for profit organizations, Precious Dreams Foundation (PDF) teamed up with Facebook for their annual Global Causes Day. PDF hosted 4 simultaneous comfort drops throughout New York. Over 50 Facebook employees volunteered and help stuff bags, help homeless youth decorate and design their own pillowcases, and distributed comfort bags. These comfort drops are always amazing. I had the…

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The Draper Space: One Year Anniversary

The Draper Space Anniversary #ChucksandCameras

My good friend Ronald Draper just had his One year anniversary of his Gallery/Art Space in the BX. It’s always great to see friends do amazing and impactful things in the community. Ron’s art and character can be seen all through New York, especially uptown in Harlem. Of course I had to support his success, but I also wanted to help be apart of his event. Last minute (literally the night before),…

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