Assignment: Creative Science Labs

A few weeks ago I was commissioned by  Creative Science Labs for portraits. I spoke in length with one of the partners into what they wanted. The gist was they needed portraits to update their website. They were looking for something unique and creative that captured who they were as a team while incorporating their super cool workspace at WeWork - WonderBread Factory.  Not only was the space amazing but their dynamic as a team was admirable - as in I'd love to work with them! They were also super fun and easy to photograph and made my job super easy. 

Check out some of my faves below

Simple headshots

Jai, pronounced "jay", reached out to me in need of a simple headshot for LinkedIn and online profile photo for his upcoming conferences. He's a director for Enterprise Data Services at CapitalOne.  I arrived on location and was immediately told by property security there is no photography allowed on the grounds - this is actually quite common, but still frustrating.

Obstacles aside, we walked off property, found a few decent locations and had a simple and relaxed shoot. To be clear, security was third party, not CapOne and was actually very nice about the rules.

Below are a few of the favorites. Enjoy.

Portrait sessions: Apr - Sept

Over the last few months I've had many portraits sessions. Below is a recap of those shoots with a little description about each image or the subject [hover over image to see text]. Use the arrows on left and right of image to see the next one.

Audrey

Headshots for her Taylor & Hov profile. Image taken in shade on a partly cloudy day at National Gallery of Art.

Audrey

Fashion & personal image.  Decided to look for a different angle as we were in a very urban setting.

Audrey

Fashion & personal image. Natural light near sunset on cloudy day.

Xeniya

Fashion & personal portrait image. Taken using window light only.

Xeniya & Leo

Creative concept by Xeniya with her cat Leo. Image was taken using window light only.

Monica

A little personality is always good. Loved this shot of Monica as it showed her tattoos and those amazing eyes.

Eve

A rare bikini photo, but both Eve and I wanted to get some "water" images taken before summer was over. I like this one because its moody and unexpected for a bathing suit shot. Natural light + reflector.

Anna

Taken at Union Station at night, light with two Godox v860n's in a 36" Softlighter. Love the symmetry + Anna's confidence and body language.

Anna

Taken at Union Station at night, light with two Godox v860n's in a 36" Softlighter. Love the compostion and how the light and shadows play

Makeup

Image taken to showcase makeup for MUA (MakeUp Artist) Elena.

Up close

Image taken to showcase makeup for MUA (MakeUp Artist) Elena.

Moody portrait

Simple portrait with Madalyn. I setup my black backdrop (v-flats) on the deck late in the day and just asked her to relax. All natural light, no reflector.

Madalyn

Portrait of Madalyn on the trail. Most of this trail is covered with foliage but we found a break in it and used the light coming through.

CEO of NABA Headshot

Headshot for Jina Etienne, new CEO of NABA. [NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF BLACK ACCOUNTANTS, INC] Click here for press release.

Shayan

Professional headshot images for LinkedIn and company website. Shayan is a Lawyer for human rights project (UN CAT). This is my favorite from the set.

We shot at noon so I made use of all the shaded areas I could find in downtown Silver Spring.

Shayan

Professional headshot images for LinkedIn and company website. Shayan is a Lawyer for human rights project (UN CAT). This was his favorite. 

We shot at noon so I made use of all the shaded areas I could find in downtown Silver Spring.

Kourtnee

Beauty and portfolio image for Kourtnee. She was a natural in front of the camera. I used a Alien Bee 800, set about 10 feet outside of a full windowed door with a light grey shade pulled down. Creates a well lit but natural looking effect.

Kourtnee

I shot many beautiful images of Kourtnee but was constantly intrigued with her hair, so I had to do a hair shot.

An

Andrew is owner and creative genius behind Gorilla Industries. This shot was taken as he was telling me how much he doesn't like being photographed. I think it captured his personality well.

Tailored Rebels

For the last few years I've shot marketing images for Tailored Rebels, local independent clothing company. "Stuck off the realness" is this summer latest design.

Tailored Rebels

For the last few years I've shot marketing images for Tailored Rebels, local independent clothing company. "Stuck off the realness" is this summer latest design.

Genevieve

Fashion and personal images for Genevieve using my favorite window.

Genevieve

I just love the smile and posture of Genevieve here. Similar to Kourtnee's shot above I used a Alien Bee 800, set about 10 feet outside of a full windowed door with a light grey shade pulled down. 

Corporate: Acorn Financial

I love making connections and having the opportunity to photograph something a little different. In the case of Acorn Financial the connection came from the guest of a wedding we photographed in Florida. The different was creating images of their new office space, which I must add is very nice. Doesnt sound super exciting but any challenge is a good challenge and I liked being able think differently on the job.

Here are just a few from the set: