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LOS ANGELES FIRM INC MAGAZINE JANUARY / FEBRUARY 2016 How does it feel to be such of a recognized photographer? Honestly I don’t think about it much, I’m to worried about how I can keep getting better and advance as a creative photographer / director . In this game it’s all about staying current so you can’t get comfortable if you want to be the best. What would you note as your biggest accomplishment? Being the personal photographer for a history making Mayor Mrs. Lovelly Warren of Rochester NY. What would be your dream location and setting for a photo shoot? LA dry desert with some super high end exotic cars and beautiful models and a team to bring it all to life. What other things do you do besides photography? Retouch , direct , shoot videos , teach , mentor the youth just to name a few things lol I try to be a jack of all trades . What did you struggle with in photography? What is a good tip for rookie photographers? learn how to shoot in manual mode and unlock the true power of your camera Learning how to see light and how to paint with light . I love lighting it makes the image come to life. Even with all that I have learned I’m still learning . How many cameras and different brands of cameras do you own? 2 brands canon and Sony . What is your favorite camera? Canon 5d Mark 2 or 3 Not sure if you have ever heard of Los Angeles Firm Inc. Magazine however what we do it track down the best from around the globe and I think some have even come from outter space. How does it feel to be at the top of a list so broad in range? Makeup Artist Keita Moore - Hair Product Kendra’s Boutique - Hair Stylist Trenton Weaver - Model Jala Imani - Photographer Chris Cardwell of GoodKnews Photography Very very honored . I Love LA Firm magazine and when connected I was very excited about the opportunity. I am truly humbled . Thank you so much for believing in me!!! Do you have any advice for people looking to start a career in fashion photography? The more you shoot , the more you learn!!!! Study the craft and make your work your own. And don’t be scared to make mistakes because I have learned some of my best tricks by making a mistake and trying something new .