Walk on Water Photoshoot in Los Angeles with Rico Nasty

July 23, 2025

Walk on Water Photoshoot in Studio Yukon 3 Los Angeles with Rico Nasty

The rap industry’s most fearless artist, Rico Nasty, recently made waves (quite literally!) with a stunning photoshoot at FD Photo Studio’s revolutionary Yukon 3 water studio. This unique Los Angeles photo studio for rent located just 10 min away from LAX provided the perfect backdrop for an editorial that captures Rico’s bold artistic vision while showcasing the technical capabilities of modern water photography.

Rico Nasty’s Bold Artistic Vision

Rico Nasty is rap’s ultimate rock star who has always pushed boundaries with her punk-chic style and authentic artistic expression. Since first breaking onto the scene at 19, Rico Nasty has learned to claim her uniqueness as her crown, describing herself as someone who represents “expensive taste” in an industry often focused on mainstream appeal.

Rico Nasty’s complete editorial feature, including her in-depth interview about her music career and artistic journey, is available at Schön! Magazine. The magazine showcase includes images from the water studio photoshoot and insights into Rico’s creative process.

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The Creative Team Behind the Magic

The success of Rico Nasty’s walk-on-water photoshoot came from a talented creative team:

Dylan Perlot – Photography: This French photographer has been working in Los Angeles since 2014, creating stunning images for celebrities and major brands. His style mixes “bright & soft” with “dark sharp edge” elements that perfectly match Rico’s bold personality.

Kaitlyn Vitug – Fashion Styling: A Los Angeles fashion stylist with over 10 years of experience, known for her sharp eye for detail and ability to work with different styles.

The shoot also included makeup artist Cameron Polonet, hair stylist Alex Nicole, and photo assistant Talon Reed Cooper.

About Yukon 3 Water Studio

FD Photo Studio’s Yukon 3 water studio represents the best of Los Angeles photo studio with water features. This unique photo studio features a warm water setup with an black surface that provides the perfect canvas for creative vision, whether for art shoots, fashion editorials, e-commerce, portraits, or family photoshoots.

Technical Specifications

The Yukon 3 photo studio for rent offers professional-grade features that made Rico Nasty’s walk-on-water concept possible:

14×12 ft warm water pool maintained at the best temperature for extended shoots
Rain and mist water effects
3 large moving curtains in black and white for a perfect background
3 strobe lights included
Continuous RGB lighting options are available for rent
Makeup and changing room for smooth production workflow
On-site parking for convenient access
Self-check-in studio located 10 minutes from LAX

The studio includes basic light and grip equipment. At the Yukon location, photographers can rent additional equipment including Aputure continuous lights, Astera tube lights, LED panels, and fog machines for an additional cost. Check a full list of available equipment for rent at Yukon location here.

The Walk-on-Water Photography Technique

Creating the illusion of walking on water requires precise technical execution and artistic vision. The studio’s black water surface provides the perfect canvas for photographers to achieve amazing photos with water reflection effects. This technique eliminates the need for outdoor location shoots and weather-dependent conditions.

The walk on water photoshoot style achieved in Rico Nasty’s shoot demonstrates how controlled studio environments can produce editorial-quality results. The combination of skilled lighting, precise water level control, and professional equipment creates the smooth integration between subject and water surface that defines this photographic style.

Behind the Scenes: Production Insights

The production process for Rico Nasty’s water photoshoot required careful planning and execution. Working with water photography presents unique challenges that the creative team had to address.

Professional water photography needs extra considerations:

Extended setup time for lighting and water level adjustments
Wardrobe planning for water-resistant styling options
Safety protocols for working around water with electrical equipment
Post-production planning for color correction and water effect enhancement

For an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at how this stunning walk on water photoshoot came together, check out the BTS footage

Source: Dylan Perlot

The video shows Rico Nasty working with the creative team at FD Photo Studio’s Yukon 3 facility, giving viewers a glimpse into the technical setup and artistic collaboration that made this shoot possible.

The success of this walk on water in photoshoot Los Angeles demonstrates how the right combination of creative talent and professional photo studio can produce truly exceptional results that capture both artistic vision and technical excellence.

FD Photo Studio’s Complete Water Photography Collection

FD Photo Studio offers several other water-focused studios across Los Angeles:

Olympic 1 features a heated underwater pool with clear viewing windows for dry shooting.

Olympic 2 combines a black cyc wall with multiple rain features and car access.

Hill 7 offers a controllable rain room with warm water effects.

Each of these Los Angeles water photo studios provides specialized equipment for different creative water photography needs.

Rent Your Own Water Photo Studio

Ready to create your own stunning water photography? FD Photo Studio’s Yukon 3 water studio offers the same professional environment and cutting-edge features that made Rico Nasty’s editorial shoot so successful. Whether you’re planning a fashion editorial, music video, or creative portrait session, our Los Angeles water photo studio provides the technical capabilities and professional support to bring your vision to life.

1. Browse Available Studios: Visit our studio rental page to explore all 62+ locations

2. Check Equipment Lists: Review our comprehensive equipment offerings

3. Book Your Session: Use our 24/7 online booking system to secure your preferred date and time

4. Receive Your Check-In Code: Get your self-check-in code to access your studio seamlessly

Call us at +1 (323) 454-2323, or email us at info@fdphotostudio.com. We also have a live support chat on our website where you can get directions, request help, or ask questions.

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Walk on Water Photoshoot in Los Angeles with Rico Nasty

Rico Nasty’s Bold Artistic Vision

The Creative Team Behind the Magic

About Yukon 3 Water Studio

Technical Specifications

The Walk-on-Water Photography Technique

Behind the Scenes: Production Insights

FD Photo Studio’s Complete Water Photography Collection

Rent Your Own Water Photo Studio

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