Manready Mercantile Editorial Featuring JPR Styling 5-31-17

May 31, 2017 in Mens Fashion, Lifestyle, Portraits, Los Angeles, Houston

Recently had the chance to work with my good friend Phillip of Jprstyling, he said that he wanted to do something unique for memorial day. He mentioned shooting at Manready Mercantile, and once he said that I know that it was the perfect place to shoot because that amazing American vintage flag that they have on the wall downstairs.

Downtown Houston LifeStyle Shoot with Pastor Steven Chambers 2-25-17

February 25, 2017 in Mens Fashion, Lifestyle, Portraits, Downtown Houston

I've been a member of St. John's church based out of downtown Houston for over 5 years. Pastor Steven has always been a figure in my church life and had became a figure in my personal life when christened my daughter Milan. Steven is a mild mannered guy, and just easy to be around. When he delivers his sermons they are with great enthusiasm and true conviction.

Catalina Coffee Shop Lifestyle Photosession with Brian Albiter 8-30-16

August 31, 2016 in Downtown Houston, Headshots, Hispanic, Houston, Portraits, Catalina Coffee

I recently had the chance to work with Brian Albiter, a Instagram famous Texas traveler/ model /writer /entrepreneur / youtube vlogger, the man does it all and does them well. On one of my daily Instagram trolls I noticed that I got a like and a follow from Brian.

Lincoln National Forest/ White Sands Engagement Session 7-31-16

August 02, 2016 in Engagement, Portraits

For the past 2 years I have wanted to shoot at the White Sands in New Mexico. This past weekend I was blessed with this opportunity to do such. Edison and Angeli life long friends began their life long friendship in the Philippines and later made their journey to the US together. Both of them being school teachers, you can tell they have nurturing and adventurous spirit. They both love to dance and you will notice that in the images, actually had to tell them to stop dancing a couple times lol. Edison had a very stylish blue blazer that I was worried about because the terrain was not friendly, but both of their outfits held up. The sun sets at the White Sands are a must see before you leave this planet.

LifeStyle PhotoSession With Travis White at The Hygienix Barber Company 7-8-16

July 11, 2016 in Lifestyle

The week during the NBA finals I was walking towards a sports bar that I frequent when I walked past a barber shop like I have never seen before. The barbershop was a blast from the past but the shop was not dated. It was full of clover details that owner Q explained to me, and he took his time and showed me what everything meant in the shop. The shop is over 50 years old and still has it original seats even our 41st President " George Bush Sr. used to come to this shop. With all that history in one place, it was hard to take it all in at one time.

Jul 13, 2020

Gerald D. Hines Waterwall and Hermann Park Engagement Photography Session Featuring Salmah & Akil

Gerald D. Hines Waterwall and Hermann Park Engagement Photography Session Featuring Salmah & Akil was a success! Salmah and Akil have an electrical love! I say this because the sparks in Salmah eyes when she looks at the Akil is very evident. Akil’s energy matched Salmah’s, and you could tell because he would sneak a look at his wife to be me every moment he could. His eyes showed how much he adored her, and it was well deserved because Salmah was a pleasure. She laughed at all my bad jokes and gave me very useful information about being vegan and Covid.

Oct 30, 2018

Ashton Garden West Wedding Featuring Osaze and Tirhas when Nigeria meets Eritrea 9-22-18

Ashton Garden West is where Osaze and Tirhas’ culturally infused reception took place but their day begun in the Energy Corridor of Houston Texas. The ceremony was held at Notre Dame Catholic Church , a Southwest Houston Catholic staple. I don’t know how the couple pulled it off but this was our first time there and a complete mass wasn’t held.

Oct 2, 2018

Museum District Of Houston Texas Engagement Photo Session Featuring James and Shakeela

I normally shot in the Downtown Houston Area, but for this dynamic couple I decided to switch things up. We ventured into the Museum District of Houston, Texas and created some magic. James and Shakeela were a fun couple and they laughed at all my horrible jokes so they are ok in my book.

Sep 12, 2018

Hess Club Wedding Featuring Melissa and Kenneth 8-18-18

Kenneth aka “Mookey” is a Lamar Redskin Alumni and dear friend of mine, so when his wife to be Melissa also a fellow Lamar Redskin Alumni reached out to me to cover their approaching special day at the Hess Club, I was all over it.

Jul 14, 2018

Warehouse District of Houston Texas Engagement Session Featuring Tolu and Segun 7-7-18

I had the chance to work with an amazing couple, Tolu and Segun! I’ve known Tolu since our college days at University of Houston ,and ever since then I remember her being this goofy young lady with elegant signature gap in between two front her teeth. You would figure with time some of that goofiness would ware off, well if you figured that you figured wrong. Tolu is still a fun loving young lady, the only thing that has changed is her partner in crime enjoys her antics and sometimes partakes in them. At first Segun was quiet and very reserved, but I would say mid way through the session I finally got to see the REAL Segun. Segun became a fountain of jokes and funny faces. Once he opened up it was apparent why this two had chosen each other. They love to laugh, and they love each other.

Jun 12, 2018

Bell Tower on 34th Wedding Featuring AP and Ashford 5-20-18

The Bell Tower on 34th is a beautiful venue and was a fitting scene for AP and Ashford's special wedding day. When I met AP and Ashford for their engagement session I instantly felt a great vibe from these two. AP was cool and calm, you could tell he has lived a bit. Ashford was shy and quiet but AP keep her laughing. They have a really great chemistry and it was evident day of the wedding.

May 18, 2018

Three Doctors from the Oyeniyi's Family 5-18-18

If you're looking for sibling goals, look no further than Gloria, Victor and Blessing Oyeniyi- who have all earned the title of Doctor.

As the children of Nigerian immigrants, the trio moved to Texas in 1995 and went on to develop a passion for the field of healthcare. Victor told Jonathan Martin of FOX 26 Houston."They (their parents) wanted and they aspired for us to be doctors, whether it was medical or professional. They just wanted us to have that title, and be the best at anything we chose to be."

May 16, 2018

Houston Texas Nigerian and Eritrean Engagement Session featuring Osaze and Tirhas 5-16-18

I had never had a completely traditional engagement session before, but Osaze and Tirha gave me a chance to bring their vision to life. These two looked incredible, Osaze and his future wife looked like royalty in their traditional garments. Tirha’s beautiful cheek bones shined through the entire session and Osaze boasted regal style. We shot the first half of the session at Studio 1306, which is conveniently located in downtown Houston. The black background made their outfits and skin tones jump right out at you.

May 6, 2018

Magnolia Market in Waco Texas Engagement Session Featuring Crystal and Yinka 5-6-18

Magnolia Market in Waco, Texas 10 minutes shy of The Baylor University is a astonishing venue. Magnolia Market has rustic but very contemporary feel as well, which set the scene for an amazing engagement session. Yinka is a relative young man but his a demeanor speaks otherwise, which was perfect for Crystal's bubbly and fun youthful spirit. The two had an amazing energy between the two, and their was something very pure about their love. Plus when a women looks at you like the way she looks at him you're in a peachy place.

Apr 18, 2018

Downtown Houston Photo Engagement Session Featuring Harvetta & Courtney

Downtown Houston was the scene for this engagement session featuring Courtney and Harvetta. Harvetta first outfit was stellar and Courtney did a amazing job of matching her fly. The two of them had such a playful demeanor during the entire shot and you could truly tell that Courtney is marrying the love of his life.