Alley Kat: Final Shots

Just a few of my favs from the Loniso Shoot. Enjoy



I didn't fall btw! ;)



Photography: Jonathan Thorpe

Hair:Ebony Wilson

MUA:Christina Miller

Wordrobe: Ayanna Scott

Model:...ME!

Alley Kat

ALLEY KAT KAY!

 After working with the designer for Fashions by Loniso (Alonzo Tate), I was inspired to do my version of a high fashion photo shoot. But I wanted to go out with a BANG! I asked my all time favorite make-up artist and friend (Christina Miller) to be a part of the project, as well as a new found friend and wardrobe stylist, Ayanna. Not to mention my long time friend Ebony who is a hair stylist. They were all more than delight to put their expertise to use wish made this all the more exciting. The shoot was set to take place in December 2010, as it would be my last project for a while as I focus on school.
Who else would I have shoot my final project for 2010? None other than Jonathan Thorpe of course! The following photos are just a few of my favorite behind the scenes photos from this VERY cold shoot. The location was set in an alley way in NW DC.


Setting: I wanted this to be a very urban shoot since most of my portfolio consist of twigs and berries and trees, I needed a little bit of variety. and I asked the wardrobe stylist and MUA to be as creative as they could. A wanted a truly ONE-OF-A-KIND Shoot!



 

Christina beating my face in!

 

She definitely spoiled me!!!

 

Ayanna sewing.

 

As cold as it was I was trying to be tough. :/

 

DONT FALLLLL!



Tea Party Fashion Show

All dresses by Loniso

Here are a few shots from a fashion I was asked to do by designer Alanzo Tate (Loniso).  After walking for Alanzo in DREAMlife fashion show a few months back, he reached out to me, and I was more than honored. The designers included Vittoria Antionette, Adom Designs, and of course, Fashions by Loniso. MUA was Lanetta Toland.

Left to Right: Fashions by Loniso, Vittoria Antionette, Adom Designs



Left: Dress by Loniso

Fall Campaign.

                       Toucan Boutique Fall 2010

Following up from my last post are the on-site photos that the Toucan models received along with walking on the runway. These photos are all done by Photographer Michael Saunders. Who by the way, did an AMAZING job. Trust me, we had very little time and not the ideal lighting to work with. But he certainly knows what he is doing behind the lens. And I will not deny it, photoshop does wonders!! haha This is a great addition to my portfolio!

The Following are some of my favs from the shoot:

Fall 2010 Ad Campaign for Toucan Boutique

Photograhphy: Michael Saunders

MUA: Circe of Alexandria

Hair Stylist: Circe of Alexandria


Be sure to check out Toucan Boutique locatead on 9th Street NW DC. The site also has some pretty nice garmets!!



ReadySet DC- Fashion District

 all photos courtesy of revamp.com

DC is OFFICALLY on the fashion scene! The ReadySetDC Fashion Show is a semi-annual event held here in the nations captial (obviously) to showcase some of the city's top boutiques. This is the show's 2nd year running and our production was SOLD OUT in a matter of hours. Followed by great reviews across the board.  I was fortunate enough to walk on the runway for Toucan Boutique. [Located on 9th street in NW] The owner is a young Brizilian beauty by the name of Nas, she was laid back and easy going! Along with getting to walk the runway, the models were given a chance to get some print work in! She offered us an on-site photo shoot, everyone got a little something extra to put in their portfoilos. The following pictures are from the Runway and the after party itself.

Pictures are worth a thousand words, but video is always better.

I'm at (1:55)

Toucan Boutique Models

(Nas in the Center)

Fine Art Meets Fashion Couture

Designs by Chez Kevito

Photography:Dewayne Roberts Magnetic Images

MUA: Marie Jilson

The past few months have been quite busy as I anticipated, but not for a bad reason. Work has been coming my way and I love love love it!! Mid-October I got in contact with a the designer of Chez Kevito (Titi) who was generous enough to let me walk in her show. Fine Arts Meet Couture Fashion was a good event and I made a lot of great connects! Here are some of my pictures from the RUNWAY!!!! I must say my DIVA face was in full effect. Enjoy.

Also feature in the Fine Arts meets Couture Fashion show was a young designer by the name of Marvin Inabinet. Marvin is fun and full of life. UNFORTUNATELY I cannot get a hold of any pictures from the runway, but I did find a picture of myself and a few other models in his Fall 2010 pieces

Designer: Marvin Inabinet

Photography:Dewayne Roberts Magnetic Images

MUA: Marie Jilson



Easy. Breezy. Beautiful.

Hey guys, I had another shoot with my beloved Christina Miller, She is launching her Fall 2010 line of makeup. The looks at this shoot were to show how easy it was to go from day time makeup, to night time makeup. The looks were all GREAT and the Photographer Javier Pierrend was amazing. He gave me great direction and little pointers that can take me a long way! hopefully I'll be able to work with him in the future. Another great learning experience with a fabulous outcome!!

Behind the scenes photos: Courtesy of Christina Miller

D.R.E.A.Mlife Fashion Show

D.R.E.A.Mlife Inc. put on a fashion show on Sept 10. DC's FASHION'S NIGHT OUT!

This show was a charity event to benefit single mothers. I got a few pictures from my friend Joshua Yospyn over @ Worn Magazine. I must say I had the time of my life, I cannot wait for these pictures from the entire show to come out. Made some very good connects!!

Check out his blog : http://www.wornmagazine.com/2010/09/dream-life-fashions-night-out/

Both Photos Courtesy of Worn Magazine

HOW TO WALK

So lately I've been getting emails/facebook messages/twitter DMs about modeling. Its kinda of crazy that young ladies are asking me for advice, because I really don't know what I'm doing my damn self! haha but flattering to say the least. Before I hand out advice that isn't the best, I can at least show you guys a few videos on how to do what I am currently learning. the following video clips are from ExpertVillage.com You can see all their videos on youtube on modeling tips. These just happen to be a few of my favs!

WALKING THE RUNWAY.

THE CROSSOVER.

TURNS.

Jungle Fever cont.

Photography: Jonathan Thorpe

Hair/Make up: Donte' Duffy

RIP THE DAMN RUNWAY

Summer is officially OVER. Bummer Right!? School is starting and most importantly Fashion Week is right around the corner. I'm not gonna lie and say that I'm ready for New York Fashion week, but I'll keep it local and stick with DC Fashion week. Sept 20-25 is going to be ridiculous in the DMV. Too bad I didn't make the roster! lol. Its all good though, I DID however get casted for 3 fashion shows thus far in the weeks leading up to DC Fashion Week. I must say, this runways stuff is NO JOKE. I'm learning to take the criticism and grow from it, not always easy I must admit. But that's apart of the job.

Knowing all along that I'm not the quintessential runway model (by any means) but it is a step in the right direction. No designers have come out and said those dreaded words, but I'm sure its just around the corner. "You're too fat", "you're too short". I know its coming just a matter of when! In the mean time I'll get back to my work out regimen, in attempt to tighten up these buns! HAHA.

I'm still a free agent, which is probably for the best. Learning on your own is a great way to learn afterall. I'm ready for more work, but not quite ready for the commitment that comes with an agency.

I'll post the info for my upcoming shows later this week.
Thanks for reading!

xoxo
KB

ALL LOVE. NO H8

Hey guys I'm back with a vengeance, and this time I'm showing you how I keep my word. The picture shown above is my OFFICIAL,(yet not so official) NO H8 campaign ad. This is soooo important to me because I can understand what if feels like sometimes to NOT be treated fairly. This series of photos were taken by the always artist Jonathan Thorpe, who is more than a pleasure to work with. And for those of you who do not know why the NO H8 campaign is such a big deal, take the time to watch my video. This PSA should explain it all. I'll keep you posted on any revelations on PROP 8.

Photography: Jonathan Thorpe

Hair/Make up: Donte' Duffy

as always,
LOVE YOU TONS
KB.

Jungle Fever!!

Had my 1st shoot with Photographer Jonathan Thorpe, which I am a Big fan of!!! We took a trip out the the forest that resulted in some amazing shots. The tops that I am wearing are from Abercrombie and Fitch as well as Hollister! This is the 1st of many to come, can't wait to show you guys the rest!

Here Comes the BRIDE

....Ok NOT really.

Been gone once again, but I've been keeping busy. Had a few shoots and as I promised my NOH8 campaign shoot is finished!!! But 1st here are some of my favorite shots from a Bridal Shoot I did in Lucketts, VA!!! Below are my pictures and The photographers are also credited. Be sure to check out their work.

Hair: Joy- Paul Mitchell School, Tysons Corner, VA

Make up: Melissa Montalvo http://www.themakeupchick.com/

Photographers: Picture #1 Jenny Lewis

Picture #2 Melissa Arlena

Picture #3 Leo Druker

NO H8

Seems to be all the craze..gotta get my NO H8 shoot in ASAP.

Finding my Niche..

So I've decided to take this modeling thing seriously now. I've found my love for print work, but I know there is SOO much more out there for me to explore. There is Print work, film, runway, hosting events, the list goes on...

But the hard part is figuring out what I am good at...Everyone wants to be nice when they see you have professional photos taken, but sometimes you want a little honesty. Tell me if I look bad, tell me if thats my bad side. I guess I'll have to get behind the camera so I can see the whole picture (pun) . I have offically booked a Bridal shoot and I have a fashion show mid-May, as well as a shoot with an upcoming designer. This month is going to be a bit hectic but I plan to enjoy it!! I'll be sure to let you know what I learn! God Bless

-Kay

Samples

Here are some of my favs from my shoot with Reggie! I'll keep you posted!!