The last part of this series is dedicated to @selrod4, @seeingsainato, and @peterhapak.⁣ ⁣ First of all, without @selrod4, the senior producer at @designwithinreach, these shoots simply wouldn’t happen! Sara, I don’t know how you do it, but you’re ability to put together and produce these multi-layered, multi-faceted, and multi-day/week photoshoots blows me away. They run smoothly and efficiently, teams are happy, and sh!t just gets done! Most importantly, you always do it with a smile on your face (and most likely skating by on a dolly with a laptop in one hand and a phone in the other 😉). I’d also like to give a shout out to your right hand woman, @k8dvs_, the assistant producer extraordinaire at @designwithinreach. You two are truly a force to be reckoned with! 💪🏼⁣ ⁣ Next we have @seeingsainato, the creative director at @designwithinreach. You can catch a glimpse of him speaking to Hlynur Atlason of @atlasonstudio in the third photo. Michael is the creative mastermind behind these photoshoots and he’s responsible for creating the look, feel, and atmosphere of each and every image. He’s confident, incredibly knowledgeable, and trustworthy with his creative direction. It’s clear to me that he really takes the time to get to know each and every designer. His ability to remember details about them and keep up to date with their lives is amazing. It’s clear that people feel right at home with him. Put simply, the creative possibilities are endless with @seeingsainato.⁣ ⁣ Lastly, and most certainly not least, we have @peterhapak, the photographer who captures the vibrant, engaging, and intimate images of all the designers that collaborate with @designwithinreach. His portrait work is nothing short of awe inspiring. His ability to see through to the core of these designers and capture unique and authentic moments with them is incredible. Honestly, I don’t know Peter that well, however, he comes across as completely cool, calm, and collected, and it shines through in his work. I often find myself staring at his images in a state of wonder 😍
This next post is dedicated to the one and only, @gwendoland, editorial director and senior writer at @designwithinreach. Gwendolyn possesses an incredible ability to bring designers to life through their words and ideas.⁣ ⁣ I’ve had the pleasure of witnessing Gwendolyn in action and I must say that it is nothing short of magical. The way that she draws the passion out of each and every designer that she interviews is one of a kind. Her curious and insightful questions illuminate designers, and in turn, gives us access to their unique perspective.⁣ ⁣ In other words, Gwendolyn is an incredible story teller and she is the glue that binds designers to their product. Her immense passion to learn and discover gives designers the space to really be themselves. That’s special. In the words of Gwendolyn, “It’s been very, very special for me, and I can’t wait to share these stories with our readers.”
This post is dedicated to @mixedmediaproductions. Earlier this summer, I had the pleasure of working with these top notch guys on the @designwithinreach “Designer Shoot”, a shoot to showcase and tell the stories of the designers that collaborate with @designwithinreach.⁣ ⁣ @ggreezy, @manipulating_genetics, @always_tenzin, and @mr.mcfeely (not photographed, I’ll get you next time my man!), are a part of the production team that makes up @mixedmediaproductions. They work with @designwithinreach to create the beautiful images you find in their catalog, on their social media, and on their website.⁣ ⁣ I like to think of them as the brick and mortar of the company’s photoshoots. Without them, nothing moves, and nothing gets done. In other words, these guys are rock solid and trustworthy. And as you can see in the last photo of the series, they’re great listeners too. When it comes to precision and efficiency on a large scale photoshoot, nothing is more important.⁣ ⁣ I’d like to give a big shout out to @mixedmediaproductions (owned by @ggreezy and @brodydudeman) for all of their incredible and hard work over the years with @designwithinreach. You guys are legends 🙌🏼
And last but not least, the grand finale (fireworks and all)! Here is @kimmied73 and @iamcoachfury partaking in the most epic cake cutting ceremony that I’ve ever witnessed. Just look at the joy and happiness on their faces! These two are blessed to have found each other. As I like to do, make sure you swipe left to see the little flip book of magic! 😊❤️🙏🏼⁣ ⁣ Once again, Happy Anniversary to you both and here’s to many more!! 😍⁣ ⁣ #furydestroyerforever
If I’m to wish @kimmied73 and @iamcoachfury a happy anniversary, I also have to give a shout out to Kim and her epic squad of bridesmaids! Wow! ⁣ ⁣ Once again, not too many words needed here. The photo really says it all! Make sure you swipe to the next image to get a detailed look at those incredible heels 😍⁣ ⁣ #furydestroyerforever ❤️
Happy two year wedding anniversary to @kimmied73 and @iamcoachfury! Honestly, I don’t have much else to say other than this photo truly says a thousand words. I mean look at them frolicking in the streets of Manhattan?! If this doesn’t say something about these two wonderful humans and their beautiful relationship, I’m not sure what does 😊🙏🏼⁣ ⁣ I hope you two have a magical day and I wish you two all the best in this new year together! 😊✌🏼❤️ #furydestroyerforever⁣
And BAM!! Just like that, these two pop a bottle of champagne right in the middle on the sidewalk on a Saturday in LES! Does it get any better than this?!? This shot was truly the icing on the cake. @pocketbomb and @whatsrauldoing, thanks for taking it there! Wow! 🙌🏼⁣ ⁣ Make sure to scroll through and check out their moment with Mischa in front of a fire house, sweet moments in front of some street art, and a post up moment outside of a restaurant on Broome St. Truly, these two brought the 🔥🔥🔥 that day and I’m blessed to have been able to capture it all.⁣ ⁣ Thanks again @pocketbomb and @whatsrauldoing for everything that day!! I wish you two aaaaalllll the best together and here’s to many more moments like these 🥂 ⁣ ⁣ Engagement ring: @thetailoreddiamond⁣ Hair: @blackstonesnyc⁣ Makeup: @jenlaprincesse
Wardrobe change!! 😆 This is actually the third and last look of the shoot. I have to save a very special shot for tomorrow’s post 😉 I’m still amazed at the energy that @pocketbomb and @whatsrauldoing brought to this shoot. Looking at these photos wants me to do three more looks! One year anniversary shoot?!? 😉⁣ ⁣ What I love about these images (besides @pocketbomb, @whatsrauldoing, and Mischa 🥰) are all the matching colors! In every single shot there are colors within the environment that correspond with a color on their clothing! Scroll through and look for yourself 🧐⁣ ⁣ Once again, shout out to these three talents. Thanks for playing a part in this awesome engagement shoot! 🙌🏼⁣ ⁣ Engagement ring: @thetailoreddiamond⁣ Hair: @blackstonesnyc⁣ Makeup: @jenlaprincesse
#tbt to this incredible engagement shoot with @pocketbomb and @whatsrauldoing. These two came to get it that day. They even brought their dog, Mischa, along for the fun (see last photo)! Here they are in Freeman’s Alley. I’d never been there before, and frankly, I could have spent the entire afternoon shooting there 😍⁣ ⁣ This was easily the most creative and fun engagement shoot that I’ve ever had the honor of photographing! @pocketbomb and @whatsrauldling, thank you for knowing exactly what you wanted out of this shoot. You’re openness to go with the flow and just have fun played a huge role in the success of this shoot. I can’t take all the credit. Teamwork makes the dream work y’all! 👌🏼⁣ ⁣ Yea, I’m totally obsessed with these photos. Stay tuned for the following two looks 😎✌🏼