L’Ombre (Shadow) | #TheArtHype . Your shadow is always there even if you don't see it in broad daylight. . Melanin for me is DARK. Not dark as in evil but dark as in powerful. You don’t see the dark side of the moon but you know it is there. . People have tried to silence us for to long. They know that out of the dark comes the brightest light. All we need are the right tools. . #MoonMelanin . Silhouette and Words: @ducdubois . “Moon Melanin is a photo series that touches on the relationship between melanated people and the moonlight that illuminates us. The moon provides direct reflection of the sun and in this light we find aspects of us that have been kept in the shadows.” - @thearthype - . . . . . #naija #blavity #shootingwithshooters #moonmelanin #makeportraits #portraits #peoplescreative #curlsforthegirls #lightskin #visualauthority #melaninpoppin #okayafrica #queensonlyy #melanin #african #moonlight #moonlightmovie #manymoons #okayafrica #pursuitofportraits #melanin #glowup #glowbytasha #blackbeauty #moonlightmagic #blackglow #darknslay
Melanin | #TheArtHype . Definition: a dark brown to black pigment occurring in the hair, skin and iris of the eye in people and animals. It is responsible for tanning of skin exposed to sunlight. . #MoonMelanin . Silhouette: @glowbytasha . I figured that before we touched on the unseen stories of melenated people, we must first understand the definition itself. . “Moon Melanin is a photo series that touches on the relationship between melanated people and the moonlight that illuminates us. The moon provides direct reflection of the sun and in this light we find aspects of us that have been kept in the shadows.” - @thearthype - . . . . . #naija #blavity #shootingwithshooters #moonmelanin #makeportraits #portraits #peoplescreative #curlsforthegirls #lightskin #visualauthority #melaninpoppin #okayafrica #queensonlyy #melanin #african #moonlight #moonlightmovie #manymoons #okayafrica #pursuitofportraits #melanin #glowup #glowbytasha #blackbeauty #moonlightmagic #blackglow #darknslay
Phoenix | #TheArtHype . HATERS WILL SAY ITS PHOTOSHOPED! . This Super Blood Wolf Moon is simply a closing of a chapter and an opening up into a new one. In this new chapter, you are the phoenix rising from the ashes, you are the butterfly emerging from the cocoon. . 2019, hello and nice to meet you. . @moonmelanin @moonmelanin @moonmelanin . I shot this with my 85mm 1.2. I was digging the shot SOC, but was even more excited when I uploaded it. . ALL THE STARS! . Had no idea I would get that many in the image. Guess the “stars are aligning”. 😜 .
Illuminate - #TheArtHype . On January 20-21st we have a Super Blood Moon Eclipse in the sign of Leo. This Eclipse is ultra potent as it’s both a Super Moon and a Blood Moon. . We will not have another Super Blood Moon Eclipse until 2021, so you can rest assured that this Leo Eclipse is definitely going to leave a lasting impression on all of us. . A Super Moon occurs when the Moon is closest to Earth. This means that we will see it shining big and bright in the sky. It also means the energetic effects of the Moon will be stronger than usual. . A Blood Moon occurs when we have a Total Lunar Eclipse. The totality of the Eclipse gives the Moon a reddish hue, hence the name Blood Moon. A Total Lunar Eclipse is the most potent kind we can have and signals a profound rebirth and culmination of energy. . On top of all of this, the fact that this Lunar Eclipse falls in Leo also adds to the significance. . Overall, this Eclipse represents a time where we can birth ourselves, our past, our creations, our wounds, and our self-expression out into the world. . Via @soulguidance . With this Super Blood Moon Eclipse I have decided to launch my photo series @moonmelanin. 3 months of work and dedication entering into this world like the phases of the moon. . Please stay tuned tonight for the official teaser and thank you for all your support. Special thanks to @warmitupkrys x @asniperjones x @bryonsummers x @lucky_peters and of course @glowbytasha! . Bathing in the moon, we never thought we would be lit in the dark. . Captured By: @joeyonlyknows Edit: @thearthype . . #naija #blavity #shootingwithshooters #moonmelanin #makeportraits #portraits #peoplescreative #darkskin #darkskin #visualauthority #melaninpoppin #okayafrica #blackmensmile #melanin #african #moonlight #moonlightmovie #gq #okayafrica #pursuitofportraits #melanin #glowup #gqstyle #blackbeauty #makeportraitsnotwar #blackglow #darknslay
Eye Need More | #TheArtHype . Melanin is an incomparable beauty. From the lightest to the darkest skin tone, Black women and Black girls are exquisite beauty in every shade. Yes, Black females have that special something that just can’t be ignored. We are Melanin Queens, beautifully created! Respect the complexion. @1stephanielahart . This quote by Stephanie always resonates with me and while editing pictures from my session with @miss.cameroon her melanin popped of the screen. . I have learned to not let anyone or anything rush me. My art is mine alone. Social media is not my “office”, it’s my journal and I let people read it once and a while as I see fit. . Shot this is October. Needed to release this today. Africa is on the move. . Featuring: @miss.cameroon . . . . . #portraitpage #blavity #bellanaijaweddings #postthepeople #makeportraits #okayafrica #peoplescreative #melanin #curlsunderstood #beautygirl #africanqueen #crwnmag #beautycounter#blackgirlmagic #africanautumn #blackfashion #bellanaija #acreativedc #africanart #africanqueen #okayafrica #portraitmood #blackbeauty #africanstyle #exquisiteblackart #naturalhair #africanexcellence
A Place For YOU . Oh yeah I have a studio. . We have some great shooters that work out of here and we have room for a couple more. . Serious about your craft? Need a place to grow and learn? . 2019 is your year. This place is for us. Get focused! . Please contact @worldtravelingq or I for more information.
New Year, New Drip | #TheArtHype . I have 2 sons! Wait...TWO WHOLE SONS! Sometimes I have to sit there and wrap my head around it. Blessed. . I love this stage in a kids life, Adelani (@glowbytasha)is 17 months now and curious about everything. Over the holidays my guy @bryonsummers took pics of Adelani’s twin sister Savannah (@stinasummers) in addition to @jive.shot’s first born, Isaiah. . Imagine 3 rugrats running around my studio. 30+ club I need to stretch everyday to keep up. . Shot out to the new creative dad’s out there: @masterwilliams @tamon_ @bryonsummers @jive.shot @tmillerfilms to name a few. . Cheers to raising the bar and taking some of the flyest pictures of the children that push us to be better. . ReFLEXtion. See what I did there. P.S. Uncle @ducdubois, Lani is coming for your spot! . 🤦🏿‍♂️ . #portraitpage #blavity #babystyle #postthepeople #makeportraits #portraits #blackbabies #melanin #darkskin #nikekids #musephoto #cutebabies #blackstage #discoverportrait #portraitsmag #frobabies #stylebaby #acreativedc #nike #babygap #babyfever #portraitmood #blackbeauty #gap #whyportraits #thelovehype #portraitmood
Stay Out | #TheArtHype . 2019 is the year that will make or break me. . Gotta think that way every year. All eyes on me. Smile for the camera. . 2018: Shot for @gucci, @nike, @aveda, @ralphlauren, @gucci, @boss, @hennessyus, @peta, and more. . What does 2019 have in store? I can’t wait to find out, but in the meantime I won’t looked surprised at the results. . TOO HYPE. . Captured By: @bryonsummers . #portraitpage #blavity #shootingwithshooters #postthepeople #makeportraits #portraits #peoplescreative #melanin #darkskin #visualauthority #musephoto #okayafrica #blackmensmile #melanin #african #blackboyjoy #dapper #gq #okayafrica #pursuitofportraits #nycportraits #dc #gqstyle #blackbeauty #makeportraitsnotwar #lightleak #darknslay
Fitting In | #TheArtHype . My 2018 was filled with family, creativity and opportunity. . I expect nothing less for the coming year. God is in control. . Left to Right: . 1. Became a @hennessyus partner. . 2. Became a father times two! @glowbytasha is amazing. . 3. Created a viral image with my bro and my business partner @ducdubois. . 4. My first son Lani at 6 months, little sis we know during this pic that we had just conceived, shout out to @abiolakosoko @demolives and @theshaderoom for getting us viral. . 5. Bonnie and Clyde, Black Panthers. . 6. A trip with my brothers @iamjamesanthony @bryonsummers @lucky_peters and @vangreen_ where we were hosted by the one and only @thisiscoach. . 7. After a month in NICU my second son came home. I fulfilled my promise and cut my hair. . 8. Anniversary reminders. Shot by the one and only @bfreeperiod. . 9. The only image I have posted from my 24 hours with the magnificent @bettinahtianah. . To everyone who LIKES, COMMENTS, DMs, EMAILS and TEXTS/CALL your words of praise and encouragement are duly noted. You have pushed me this far and I don’t plan on stopping. . I slowed down on the gram for some time, but I’m back. . @glowbytasha you are the backbone and you are blessed! . @mentorqueen thank you for trusting your son’s vision. . @abiolakosoko 2019...it’s time bro. . . #portraitpage #blavity #shootingwithshooters #postthepeople #makeportraits #portraits #peoplescreative #melanin #darkskin #visualauthority #musephoto #okayafrica #blackmensmile #melanin #african #blackboyjoy #dapper #gq #okayafrica #pursuitofportraits #nycportraits #manhattan #gqstyle #blackbeauty #makeportraitsnotwar #bbc #darknslay
The Call Me Mellow Yellow | #TheArtHype . Naw this ain’t the long “what I have accomplished in 2018 post”. . Naw, not yet. . This is the post to remind myself that I am living in truth and happiness. Even being around a camera makes me smile. . Just hosted my first workshop this past weekend with my brother @bryonsummers. . If you missed it, I feel sorry for you. Don’t do that again. LOL. To those that came. Thanks you. . Thanks for investing in yourselves. Hearing each of your goals and aspirations going into this year reminded me why I do this. . As if I needed a reminder. . Likes are cool, but joy feels like a ray of sunlight. . Shine. . Captured By: @kissawebb . A Beautiful Day “D.C.” Workshop 2018 . Prop: @mshonellphoto . #portraitpage #blavity #shootingwithshooters #postthepeople #makeportraits #portraits #peoplescreative #melanin #darkskin #visualauthority #musephoto #okayafrica #blackmensmile #melanin #african #blackboyjoy #dapper #gq #okayafrica #pursuitofportraits #nycportraits #manhattan #gqstyle #blackbeauty #makeportraitsnotwar #bbc #darknslay
It’s CHRISTMAS...Eve | #TheArtHype . It’s the season! Love when clients become friends and vice versa! . Got a chance to link with “The Prosecutor and The Pastor”! Now sis I don’t know if you actually prosecute but I know you practice law and your husband is one of the most down to earth pastors I have ever had the pleasure of meeting. P and P. . I am I was able to execute your vision and add my little flair to it. 2019 is close but Christmas is the reason for the season. . Blessings and more to come. . #GETHYPE . Featuring: @christinamichellejones + @jasonrjones . MUA: @glowbytasha . . . . . #portraitpage #blavity #blacklovedoc #postthepeople #makeportraits #nigerian #peoplescreative #melanin #blackfathers #folkportraits #musephoto #ftwotw #curlgirl #discoverportrait #portraitsmag #blackfashion #blackmensmile #acreativedc #christmasportraits #frobabies #blackwomensmiling #portraitmood #blackbeauty #redchristmas #whyportraits #christmascouple #smileforme #blacklovematters
For the past few years I’ve been outside the classroom yet I still find myself teaching when it comes to photography. It’s a nontraditional space and I’m all the way here for it. . If you’ve listened to an episode of @ShootingWithShooters or heard any of my interviews. If you’ve been a fan of my work and want to learn how to use natural light and make outside your studio, I’ll be hosting a workshop with my guy @bryonsummers Saturday, December 29th in DC at @TheCreativeSpaceDC. . Early bird tickets are now available through Christmas. Regular price registration goes live the day after. Sign-up and learn a few things to help your photography game for the new year. . Link in Bio... or just hit ‘Get Tickets’ above. . #ShootingWithShooters . #PhotographyClass #workshop #ABeautifulDay #lightingclass
The Known Unknown | #TheArtHype . Looking out Across the nighttime The city winks a sleepless eye Hear her voice Shake my window Sweet seducing sighs. - @michaeljackson - . @shootingwithshooters ’s very own Jazz. You already know! . Featuring: @jpulchritude . . . . #portraitpage #blavity #shootingwithshooters #postthepeople #makeportraits #okayafrica #peoplescreative #melanin #curlsunderstood #vogue #africanqueen #crwnmag #beautycounter#blackgirlmagic #africanautumn #blackfashion #bellanaija #acreativedc #africanart #africanqueen #okayafrica #portraitmood #blackbeauty #africanstyle #autumn🍁 #naturalhair #africanexcellence
Can’t Tell Me Nothing | #TheArtHype . You let them other brothas get the name, skip the fame Ten thou' or a hundred G keep your shit the same On the low? Yeah, the only way to blow You let your shit bubble quietly AND THEN YOU BLOW! -Hov- . Captured By: @ducdubois . #portraitpage #blavity #shootingwithshooters #postthepeople #makeportraits #portraits #peoplescreative #melanin #darkskin #visualauthority #musephoto #okayafrica #blackmensmile #melanin #african #blackboyjoy #dapper #gq #okayafrica #pursuitofportraits #nycportraits #manhattan #gqstyle #blackbeauty #makeportraitsnotwar #bbc #darknslay
African Autumn | #TheArtHype . Just wanted to showcase the natural beauty of a couple of special ones. This weather is a foreign one for Africans, but with time things become normalized. . Wifey. . Featuring: @glowbytasha . . . . . #portraitpage #blavity #bellanaijaweddings #postthepeople #makeportraits #okayafrica #peoplescreative #melanin #curlsunderstood #beautygirl #africanqueen #crwnmag #beautycounter#blackgirlmagic #africanautumn #blackfashion #bellanaija #acreativedc #africanart #africanqueen #okayafrica #portraitmood #blackbeauty #africanstyle #autumn🍁 #naturalhair #africanexcellence
African Autumn | #TheArtHype . Just wanted to showcase the natural beauty of a couple of special ones. This weather is a foreign one for Africans, but with time things become normalized. . Chidi. . Featuring: @chidi.mma . . . . . #portraitpage #blavity #bellanaijaweddings #postthepeople #makeportraits #okayafrica #peoplescreative #melanin #curlsunderstood #beautygirl #africanqueen #crwnmag #beautycounter#blackgirlmagic #africanautumn #blackfashion #bellanaija #acreativedc #africanart #africanqueen #okayafrica #portraitmood #blackbeauty #africanstyle #autumn🍁 #naturalhair #africanexcellence
African Autumn | #TheArtHype . Just wanted to showcase the natural beauty of a couple of special ones. This weather is a foreign one for Africans, but with time things become normalized. . Venance. . Featuring: @miss.cameroon . . . . . #portraitpage #blavity #bellanaijaweddings #postthepeople #makeportraits #okayafrica #peoplescreative #melanin #curlsunderstood #beautygirl #africanqueen #crwnmag #beautycounter#blackgirlmagic #africanautumn #blackfashion #bellanaija #acreativedc #africanart #africanqueen #okayafrica #portraitmood #blackbeauty #africanstyle #autumn🍁 #naturalhair #africanexcellence
Hair To The Throne | #TheArtHype . With the impending arrival of my second son Adesoji, I made a pact to cut my hair upon his safe and healthy arrival home. . Mission Accomplished . The greatest healer we know is not a doctor or a surgeon but it is the great “I AM”. Imagine being told by a doctor that you may have to prepare to hold your child until he “transitions”. Tears man. . My son was in the NICU for a month after birth. Some of the hardest times of my life for my wife and I but our faith was unwavering. . I would sacrifice anything for my wife and kids. What is a little hair? . Thank you to those that prayed and visited us. Your presence and love for us is everything. . Back to the grind. Let my “bald” be a testimony, I got a story to tell. . Adesoji means THE CROWN HAS BEEN REVIVED. The power of a name. . Captured By: @jive.shot . . . . . #portraitpage #blavity #shootingwithshooters #postthepeople #makeportraits #portraits #peoplescreative #melanin #darkskin #visualauthority #musephoto #okayafrica #studioshoot #portrait #african #breath #lookintomyeyes #gq #okayafrica #pursuitofportraits #hairgoals #thecreativespacedc #gqstyle #blackbeauty #makeportraitsnotwar #whyportraits #darknslay
Thought Provoking | #TheArtHype . A girl should be two things: classy and fabulous. Elegance is the only beauty that never fades. The beauty of a woman is not in the clothes she wears, the figure that she carries, or the way she combs her hair. ... True beauty in a woman is reflected in her soul. . Great meeting you @jenniferxceline, you are a special one. Keep flourishing. . Sorry to keep everyone waiting. I have some more heat coming your way to keep you warm. Autumn Tings. . Featuring: @jenniferxceline . . . . . . #portraitpage #studiophotography #boudiorphotography #postthepeople #makeportraits #vogueindia #peoplescreative #melanin #longhairstyles #beautygirl #indianqueen #crwnmag #beautycounter#blackgirlmagic #portraitsmag #blackfashion #indianphotography #acreativedc #africanart #melaninpoppin #okayafrica #portraitmood #indianbeauty #indianstyle #indiangirl #indianhair #indianbeauty