Model: Ryan. GIFTED AND TALENTED
Little did i know that this young lady would be this inspired. Behind her force is her mom who is a tower of support and guidance for her daughter. She is still a teenager but comes with a huge impact. Her mom who is also a designer was instrumental behind this look and ensured her daughter is always ready and prepared.
I had an “inspo” i sent and they went into “Ready” mood immediately. Never did i have to worry because the mom ensured that all was intact and asked for clarity when needed. One day the mom sent me a message about the look for the shoot and wanted to reiterate the set coordination. In my mind i am there thinking she probably ran into some items and thought they will compliment the look. A few days later i got a follow up message with a photo of a similar outfit on a manikin. I was in stunned. During the entire time the mom sourced material and made the outfit herself. Stuff like this help to inspire the narrative. Not only that but every single prop that was needed for the shoot they had already got. I had one simple task; just bring my camera.
Finally the day came. As i got my stuff together, greeted each other and spoke about the spots at the location i realized the mom had a bunch of additional items and props. I couldn’t believe how well prepared they were. They even came with their own on site changing camper. How cool is that?
So i started shooting her two youngest siblings but it was just something about them that seems different. They seemed well poised in their speech and expression along with the right gestures. Come to think of it they were actors. Little movie stars in a couple known movies. At this point i came to the realization that i might be in the presence of upcoming stars. To top it off, once i started shooting her it was so fluent and she was just so easy to work with. If i needed an emotion she was on point. Poses, she had that rhythmic motion, so confident and as she rocked her natural Afro and country girl look. One key thing is that her mom is the real MVP. She’s that tower of strength in her kids upbringing and navigation. So, my hat’s off to her. Thanks Ry, Ry, Shan, Auston and Jaxon. You guys rock!