A Date with Destiny

© Photographed by Stuart Michael

On a recent trip to California, USA I got the opportunity to do a shoot with international model Destiny Sierra on a secluded Malibu beach just a short drive from Hollywood.

It was a bit of a last minute decision so Destiny did her own make-up and styling and we were both really happy with the results.  Photographing outside with only Mother Nature to contend with can sometimes be challenging and unpredictable but it can also add that sense of simplicity, inspiration and spontaneity that makes my work a joy.

Destiny is a true professional who started modelling at the ripe old age of 13. She is now signed with Wilhelmina Models in Los Angeles, Miami and New York.  She participated in the BCBG model search 2013 run by TalentHouse and was picked in the top 10!  Destiny previously spent a year closer to our shores in Thailand where she walked the runway for La Perla, shot campaigns for Jaspal Home Collection, SpyKar and Genesis Klinik and acted in commercials for Samsung and Addiction Deodorant.

As well as a model, Destiny is a health advocate who enjoys helping others achieve a healthy and active lifestyle. She uses social media to motivate and inspire others through the positive message that success and happiness will come to those who continue to seek growth and self-development. She is a determined young lady whom I am sure we will see a lot of in the future!

Model // Destiny Sierra - destinysierra.com

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Papercut & Dusk Editorial

Papercut Magazine - Stuart Michael

Dusk is about an urban love story shot completely in black and white. The photo shoot took place in Melbourne on a roof top car park surrounded with an amazing backdrop off small buildings and skyscrapers. The day was mostly overcast with rays of light often appearing through the buildings which was perfect. With no one else around the team was able to do their thing and prepare for shooting.

In 2011 some of the photos from the series were selected to featured in Papercut Magazine but although only a couple of the photos were chosen I have uploaded the complete editorial for viewing below.

Dusk - Stuart Michael Photography

Dusk - Stuart Michael Photography Photographer // Stuart Michael
Models // Natascha http://www.insearchoflittlesadie.blogspot.com
& Jad Choucair
MUA & Hair Stylist // Pollyanna Bernhardt
Stylist // Dylan Talaz

Continue reading to see the rest of the editorial.

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