Stephen Curry x Literati
by kwakualston
Stephen Curry hosts the book club UNDERRATED with Literati.
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Ruth Carter x V Magazine
by kwakualston
Ruth E. Carter is the award winning costume designer of Black Panther and was photographed for V Magazine’s V129 Spring/Summer Issue as one of their HEROES. “There was a system in place that was preventing us from being seen,” she says, reflecting on her career. “And this was my opportunity to say no more. I am opening this door, and I am opening it wide. I’m going to let as many Black creatives in as I can.”- Ruth E. […]
Categories: Editorial
The Agents Club Award
by kwakualston
Thank you to The Agents Club for this honor! The Invisible Man was awarded THE READERS’ AWARD WINNER for ENTERTAINMENT – MOVIE ART. Client: Universal Pictures Universal Pictures’ Us was awarded the Reader’s Award for Entertainment – Movie Art in 2019.
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Eddie Murphy x Essence Remote Shoot
by kwakualston
This was my first remote shoot for Coming 2 America with Essence Magazine featuring Eddie Murphy, Arsenio Hall, Jermaine Fowler, and Bella Murphy under the incredible creative direction of Tracey Woods. This shoot was a truly unique experience directing over Zoom and putting a team in place.
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Tichina Arnold x CBS Watch! Magazine
by kwakualston
Our Mission: Tichina Arnold is a force to be reckoned with, so we created a sexy atmosphere on set to evoke her spirit through images. Tichina came ready to take this creative production to the next level. Location: CBS creative director Ed Mann suggested The Oasis as our location, an iconic property in Venice designed by Phillip Dixon. The Oasis is a Moroccan inspired compound in the heart of the Oakwood neighborhood in Venice Beach. Once inside, you easily […]
Categories: Behind the Scenes, Editorial • Tags: cbs watch, editorial shoot, Photo Shoot, tichina arnold
Apple’s New Generation
by kwakualston
A new generation of makers meets a new generation of Mac. Apple selected me as one of the modern visionaries to feature in their latest campaign. I had the amazing opportunity to play with Apple’s new Pro systems on a photography shoot: watch the video linked here:
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Shonda Rhimes x Hollywood Reporter
by kwakualston
Shonda Rhimes has been a entertainment legend, crafting TV shows that will be watched and re-watched for years to come. I had the opportunity to photograph her at her home for The Hollywood Reporter. Read about her journey here.
Categories: Behind the Scenes, Editorial • Tags: hollywood reporter, shonda rhimes
Return of The Chicks x Billboard
by kwakualston
One of our last shoots before the shutdown in March. The Chicks discuss the release of their new album and the pivotal change of their name in support of protests over racial inequality on Billboard.
Categories: Behind the Scenes, Editorial • Tags: billboard, dixie chicks, the chicks
Chadwick Boseman: Rest in Peace
by kwakualston
We have lost a true King and icon. Your legacy and contributions to the culture will never be forgotten. You played characters and roles that were larger than life, preserving and uplifting their humanity for all to witness. Thank you for being the hero that the world needs. Film Credits: Editor: Jason Denning Music: “Sunshine” by Kenan Bell Second Camera: Braden Moran
Categories: Editorial • Tags: black panther, chadwick boseman
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