Nathaniel Solis brings “Sartorial”

As a part of Nathaniel Solis’ “Sartorial” project dedicated to spotlight gentleman style in urban city, the model Alex Alpert was brought into Art 2 stage was a series of clean, dandy shots. Let us share a short bio about Nathaniel:

“Nathaniel Solis is a self-taught photographer based in Los Angeles, who focuses on portraiture, wedding, and sports photography. Currently he works as a contributing photographer for the Los Angeles Ballet. In the past, Nathaniel was a Photo Intern for the Seattle Weekly, as well as a Photojournalist for the University of Washington’s student newspaper, The Daily. When he’s not taking photos, Nathaniel enjoys watching football with his family, a night at the ballet, and traveling. Nathaniel graduated from the UW with a Bachelor’s degree in Biology, but has spent several years behind the camera. Much of his work is influenced by an extensive background in ballet and features beautiful dancers from around the world. You can find his published images in the Seattle Weekly, The Daily UW, Seattle Magazine, POINTE magazine, ET Online, US Weekly, InStyle, People, E!, and Erik Aschengreen’s, Dancing Across the Atlantic.”

Make sure to check Nathaniel’s work on his WEBSITE and INSTAGRAM pages. The MODEL for the session was Alex Alpert representing NEXT Management. GROOMING was performed by Maria Aspegren.

Art 2, one of our clients’ most favorite stages, features a full rustic wood floor, as well as a platform that runs the entire length of the studio’s south side – flush with the windows. There is a wood staircase leading up to the platforms left side. The flooring is real wood throughout, and stained to a nice dark tone. Art 2 also features the same great equipment that adorns all of our studios – black, white, and gray photo backdrops as well as three strobes along with light modifiers. Take a look at Art 2 on our website for availability as well as rates.

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Hair and Portrait Shots by Fred Berry

Photographer Fred Berry had a photoshoot in stage C dedicated to capture various hair styles of models. Mastering the craft of portrait photography Fred was able deliver clean sharp images that pop and allure. Fred was kind enough to share few words about himself and his style:

“My name is Fred Berry I’m an LA and OC based Photographer my style of Photography is bright and sharp …. (Photographer) is what I am when my art is expressed to the world.”

Check out PHOTOGRAPHER Fred Berry’s INSTAGRAM and WEBSITE for more information.

Stage C was a choice of this creative collective for several reasons. Besides a tremendous space capacity perfect for both, large crews and small teams this stage provides a white CYC wall that is always freshly painted for each client. In addition to the prop count, a grass wall and a wood floor corned section installed for your creative exploration. With large South and East facing windows, this stage gets lots of natural light throughout the day. Find out more about stage C on our WEBSITE.

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Huxley + Harper is what you need to wear

Hiply styled, California inspired apparel line from Huxley + Harper fills our stage Art 3 with summer vibes and natural organic colors. Taking it two floors up to the rooftop this online clothing boutique blends their new collection with scarcely clouded Los Angeles sky.

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A quick info about H+H:

“We are Huxley + Harper. We are a flirty, forward thinking, online-only fashion boutique inspired by real people and current trends. Our mission is to create a vibrant and affordable online experience to each and every one of our fabulous customers. We are based in Orange County, CA with a passion for fashion. Follow us on social media and help build our brand together by tagging us wearing your H+H. We’d love to see how you style our clothing and accessories. “

Get to know Huxley + Harper and the amazing collection they sell on their WEBSITE and INSTAGRAM pages. MODELS for the shoot were Lauren Gish and Quigley. STYLING and PHOTOGRAPHER services were provided by Style Report Magazine.

Stage Art 3 is truly one of the pearls of our studio. Featuring thematic furniture of white and gold color and antique look that beautifully coincides with a rose wall covered completely in red and white flowers this stage brings both the uniqueness and versatility. As any of other 11 studios we provide this stage is equipped with three paper backdrops of white, black and grey color ready for your shoot. Art 3 has amazing natural lighting conditions. However, if you require the help of the strobe lights, we have 3 of them installed and included in the hourly rate, thus making it as a very flexible creative space. For pictures and more information about stage Art 3 check out our WEBSITE.

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Arctic Premium menswear collection

Just updated your clothing line and need a photoshoot to promote it online? We have everything you need to make your product look cool, trendy and sellable. Online boutique Arctic Premium has recently done a photoshoot in stage D to capture their stylish menswear collection. Have a look on Arctic Premium’s full assortment of clothes on their WEBSITE and INSTAGRAM pages. Stage D was chosen as a creative space for this session. Working with both natural light and strobes this stage provides the best lighting solutions in any instance. With lots of space to encompass, stage D gives the opportunity for creating different diverse looks for photo and video projects. Towards the sunset the studio gets plenty of great, warm light through large south-west facing frosted windows. Have a look at our calendar for availability, prices and contacts on our WEBSITE.

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MODEL thefuufuu gets a Test Shoot

Working in the studio is a completely different experience from the outside shoot and provides more controlled environment. Playing with the light, highlighting certain areas of the models features to lead the viewers’ focus the way you want is just one of the numerous tools a studio provides. Photographer Yufei Fu with the model of a peculiar Instagram name “thefuufuu” has visited us in stage Art 3 to get a feel of what is like to work indoors. Here are a few words the photographer shared with us about her experience at FD:

“This was my first time shooting at FD Studio with a new model. This whole shoot was a more go with the flow and see what works. A get to know each other session for the future.”

Find Out more about the MODEL by following her INSTAGRAM page.

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Bobbie Riley = Model + MUA

We love working with multitalented artists. Having the ability to implement different approach based on the vast set of various skills is what defines a true versatility of the master. Bobbie Riley has played two roles in this photoshoot – Modeling and doing MakeUp… and she nailed it both! Check Out Bobbie’s INSTAGRAM for her MODELING adventures as well as MUA ENTERPRISE. CLOTHING was provided by Bellen Brand. PHOTOGRAPHER for the shoot was Joseph Wilson. Stage B is a benchmark blackout stage designed to provide complete control over the strobe light. Painted all black and with shut off windows this stage preserves complete darkness for your photo and video projects. As any of our stages, B comes equipped with black, gray, and white background paper, three strobe lights and numerous modifiers for your choice. To check the availability for this stage as well as find more helpful information about our rental please see the WEBSITE.

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Robert Tate featuring Devin Adair

Photographer Robert Tate has already made a few appearances in our blog section before and now he has nailed it again. Shooting the model Devyn Adair at our Pro Stage I in grainy vintage style was an easy and fun task for the maestro as it seems. The MODEL for the shoot was stunning Devyn Adair. Have a look at her INSTAGRAM of more great shots. Get in touch with the PHOTOGRAPHER, Robert Tate via his INSTAGRAM as well.

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Pro Stage I features a large seamless white cyc wall, as well as standard photo backdrops of black, white and grey color, and studio lighting for stills. Make sure to catch the perks of the space with your photo and video cameras and book with us NOW.

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David Diaz by Joy Per Second

When one side of artistic spectrum collides with another, when photography meets music, something unique and creatively delirious always happens. Photographer Giulio Meliani shooting singer David Diaz has proved this instance yet once again. Using the props available in stage Art 4 the couple took the best out of each minute of their session. Giulio was really concise and minimal on the topic of his FD session:

“I’m a LA based photographer and last time I went there with David Diaz, a LA singer, to take some shots for his upcoming shows in town. “

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Take a look at Giulio Melani’s work on his moniker WEBSITE and INSTAGRAM. Have a listen of what David Diaz brings out via his INSTAGRAM.

Stage Art 4, used for this shoot, is notorious for the high-key white industrial design. It has also been recently adorned with wooden floor section and a wall veneer as well as portable blinds, made of dark wood slats. The latest upgrade the stage received was a nice looking cozy egg like chair and a STAR illuminating across its shape! As any of our stages, Art 4 comes equipped with 3 strobe lights and modifiers as well as backdrop paper of black, white and grey color. Take a look at Stage Art 4 HERE for its availability and pricing!

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Hauste & Harte menswear collection

Alison Vargo, the creative director behind the e-commerce shoot for Hauste & Harte brand was in our stage A, empowered by her team of co designers, photographers and models. United by the idea of capturing this new menswear collection agains moody dark flavored background paper the crew was able not only deliver the form of the product but also its emotion.

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Alison was kind enough to share a few words about their brand –

“Hauste & Harte is an American ready-to-wear collection born in Los Angeles. Inspired by contemporary culture and all things design– art, photography, and architectural detail– the men’s collection embodies California in a classic, transcendent style.

[This] menswear collection has been praised for the clever design and impeccable attention to detail put into to each garment. A variety of fabrics and textures create an intriguing, but also classic feeling to the collection. Most noteworthy is the outerwear which includes a luxurious reversible suede bomber jacket as well a trench and peacoat.”

For more information about Hauste & Harte visit their WEBSITE. The Head Designer & Creative Direction was Nathan Rostro. Designer & Creative Direction was a work of Alison Wargo. PHOTOGRAPHER for the shoot was Andrea Matarrrese.

Stage A is a modest sized studio, great for a nice and clean high-key look. A long time favorite of our clients, Stage A gets beautiful direct sunlight in the morning through north and east-facing windows, and beautifully soft indirect light as the day goes on. Equipped with all of the same great gear that’s included with all of our studios – strobes, light modifiers, radio trigger, and paper backdrops – it’s a wonderful place to be able to achieve different looks all in the same place. Visit Stage A on our website to learn more.

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