Vintage Ventures the adventures of a vintage soul…

This was my first full-scale vintage photography project. I wanted to capture a visual language that melded the vintage feel of art nouveau with the more modern concept of photography. During the days before the shoot I looked over a few portraits of Marilyn Monroe. Perhaps this was an influence, too. I love the feel and look old films and old paintings as well as modern art. I think the shoot was a mix of that and the fact every time you open your eyes you’ve got a new situation which can inspire you, in its own way. I think you have to build up a connection with the model and create a special atmosphere between you and the model. It helps a lot when the model is able to forget she’s on a photoshoot and can relax.

Vicki Valencourt “The Rebel”

Erica E. Frank “The Sensual”

Rachel Jordan “The Unique”

It was quite cool experience cause I’ve never done nothing like this before in such a big way.

So take the time out and enjoy “Vintage Ventures”.

…the adventures of a vintage soul

Photographer - Charles Andre Thomas @MrCreatistic
Styling – London Alyse @LondonAlyse
Hair/Makeup - Tinaya Weems @MakeupByTinaya
Models – Vicki Valencourt @VitaminViVi -Erica E. Frank @YooEFRANK -Rachel Jordan @boujee_mauree
Designers – Veronica Ariel @iamsocialite -Demis Emmir @DEMISEMMIR

 

 

 

On Sunday, July 31 Kiss Magazine covered Fashion Affair Stylist Showcase on Block 37 at Akira in Downtown Chicago. It was presented by Aaja Corinne an upcoming Fashion Stylist based out of Chicago. She showcased about 25 looks worn by some of Chicago’s hottest models. The event was a great experience it really showed the potential of the upcoming talent from Chicago.

 

 

 

CREDITS

Models and Show Coordinator: Aaja Corinne

Videography & Editing: Charles Andre Thomas

Photography: Charles Andre Thomas

Garments: Akira

Accessories: Mic’Nes Pearl

Accessories: Deleay Lashay

 

Its a beautifully shot Video witha great upcoming artist to boot… enjoy

KISS Magazine is the only high end urban magazine that is free to the fashion and entertainment industries.

Chicago has begun an emergence as a titan amongst the fashion forward cities of the world. For years it has been only known for its commercial fashion and corporate sectors due to being the home base of companies such as Ebony Magazine, AKIRA, & Jet magazine . In recent years, a fresh wave of young fashion designers have surfaced in the windy city. They are unafraid to push against trends and refuse to follow rules, which is the very nature of fashion itself. We were given VIP Access to the “The Black Carpet” fashion show, held on Sunday, May 30th at the Illinois Institute of Technology .

The show featured 8 of the cities new daring fashion designers and musical artists including (but not limited to): Creatistic Wear, Socialite by Veronica Ariel, REDLINE clothing (as seen in AKIRA stores) Urban Punk , DatBoyHot, Demi Lobo, and much more.

CREDITS

Videography & Editing: Andrew Thomas Clifton
Fashion Show Producer: Lionel Jackson
Models and Show Coordinator: JV Wilson
Marketing and Advertising Design: Mr Creatistic


KISS Magazine is the only high end urban magazine that is free to the fashion and entertainment industries.

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