A Little Out-Take!!

A girl should be two things: Classy and Fabulous.

~ Coco Chanel

This is an out take from a little shoot I did today for the oh-so-lovely Joynoelle. For some reason, I am totally digging this image.

LOVEe

Photogen Inc Blog Episode #9: Finelines Fashion Shoot!

This blog episode features in-depth-behind-the-scenes-footage from our AMAZING fashion shoot with Metro Magazine!So far, the issue has received a GREAT response and I am SO excited. BIG RISK = BIIIIIIG REWARDS!

I hope you enjoy this!

LOVEe

Capture Studios!

JAMAL + JESSICA // Minneapolis, MN from capture studios on Vimeo.

Here is a video that Matt also did as a promo video for Joynoelle!

JOYNOELLE PROJECT from capture studios on Vimeo.

Enjoy!

LOVEe

13 Hours in 1 min, 52 Seconds!!!

Enjoy!

LOVEe

Metro 100!!

The 2009 Metro 100 issue is out on news stands now!!! WOO HOO!

I have photographed this feature each year and at first it was 10 pages, last year about 20 pages and this year it was 60 pages - the entire magazine!!!

Here is a brief preview, but be sure to pick up an issue to see all of the awesom-ness yourself!

LOVEe

Behind The Scenes: Fashion Shoot!

A couple weeks ago, we photographed one of my dream projects for a magazine...

Brandon was super awesome to take these behind-the-scene photos for you all to check out!!

I can't WAIT to share more of this with you...November 1st!

Big things are coming to Minneapolis...

eliesa

May I Have Your Attention, Please...

This past week, while on the Bend [Trip], I had some time to think and discuss life, love and all it's possibilities with some wonderful women. Sometimes you don't realize something until you say it out loud. And I realized something BIG! I've felt frustrated with myself recently. As an artist, as a photographer and as a person. I couldn't figure out where or why I had these feelings, I mean, I have the best job in the world, right?

Then, I said it. I'm a people pleaser. I love to make people happy. And I know that my images make my client's dreams come true. However, the artist within me needs something more. I need to remember to make myself happy with my images to keep things fresh and creative. I need to make myself happy before I can continue to make others happy.

Thus, I have decided to take my blog back! I will continue to post images from weddings and all our other shenanigans,  but instead of posting images that I know my clients, magazine editors, etc will like, I am going to post the images that I personally LOVE!

"How many cares one loses when one decides not to be SOMETHING but to be SOMEONE."

~ Coco Chanel

Cheers to Happiness!

eliesa

Special thanks to Laura for this fabulous photo!

Joynoelle Fashion Show!

JOYNOELLE PROJECT from capture studios on Vimeo.

Congratulations to Joy on her new collection!

eliesa

Joynoelle: Campaign + Show Info!

Fashion week is upon us in Minneapolis!

About a month ago, I photographed Joynoelle's campaign for her new line.

You can all see the first collection we did here!

I absolutely LOVE Joy's clothes. She makes beautiful couture ready to wear and custom dresses + bridal wear and it is always stunning!

Speaking of...Joy's fall fashion show is happening on October 1st!

You have 1 WEEK to BUY YOUR TICKETS!!!!

The event is not one to be missed! In fact, there will be an extra special surprise being shown if you attend that I have been scheming for months!

A special thanks to:

Janell Geason - Makeup
Juut - Hair

All of the lovely assistants that helped!

Here is a photo from our fabulous team! Not everyone is pictured here, but a great shoot doesn't happen without an amazing crew, so THANK YOU ALL!

 

LOVEe

Metro Magazine: September Issue!

The newest issue of Metro Magazine is on stands and this month's Self Styled features the lovely Faatemah! This girl is a kick ass hair stylist - the best in North America, actually!

Make sure to check it out, yo!

Have a very happy weekend!

eliesa