This is Joe Krausz and he's got skills . He's a professional dancer , a muay thai fighter , a personal trainer , a gym owner , and a print model . We spent an early morning shooting a couple of looks for his portfolio and his website which will be launching soon .
TRENCHCOAT THURSDAYS
LYDIA PAEK | ON THE BLOCK
Sidewalk vibes
LYDIA PAEK | ALL GROWN
Little story . It was 2008 and I've been out of college for about 2 years , worked in a bank for about 1 year and been dancing for 7 years . Even though I was dancing on two teams while working at the bank at this point , I was going to call it quits on the late night rehearsals and concentrate on work . It was then that Lydia invited me to come session with Quest Crew at the Quest learning center down the street from my house . That course of action completely changed how my life turned out. I've known the Quest guys individually for a couple of years now , but it wasn't until Lydia (who i've known for a while now) invited me to go session with them that's led me to where I am today .
She's a multi talented Singer , writer , dancer , artist that is just killin' the game right now . Its been a long way since she was the girl I had to pick up to practice because she couldn't drive yet , and i'm proud and thankful that we are still friends .
Cheers
ARDEN CHO X JUSTFENG PT2
This is the second look I did with Miss Arden Cho . I love shooting her because she can switch up moods and vibes on a dime . We listened to the Beatles "Abbey Road" Vinyl while it was raining outside .
It was kind of great .
Arden Cho in the house
HAPPY HOLIDAYS all you wonderful readers and text skimmers . One of my favorite things about the holiday season is that , with all the holiday madness , friends from near and far seem to be able to make time for visiting and catching up . I was pleasantly surprised with this particular blast from the past . Arden Cho
You might know her as Kira from MTV's hit show teen wolf , or recognized her from her voice and songs on youtube , but I know her as that girl i partnered up with for beer pong one time and kicked Steve Terada and Ryan Higa's butt (don't ask them , they'll lie). That was five years ago , and over some food and photos we were able to catch up . This is the first look of five different looks we quickly did here . More to come later
So glad our paths were able to cross again .
HEYYEH x EVERLANE x JUSTFENG
HeyYeh and i discovered this amazing brand based in SF recently . There will be more about it later but for now , check out this amazing black trench coat perfect for winter time anywhere that isn't southern California .
DAYTIME STROLLIN' | #JFOOTD
It's a really funny thing to be excited to wear a piece of clothing . It really turns your routine black coffee day a mocha frap with extra whippage . I can wake up late and be in a rush , or wake up with nothing to do , but once I put on something I'm excited about , I instantly feel bold and confident about my apparent lack of activities and slight caffeine addiction .
The Jordan Marvin Bomber Jacket . It was such an amazing find . I performed at the Nike Campus in Oregon and was able to shop at the employee store (one of the great perks), and this was the first thing that caught me eye in a sea of new products and huge discounts (also got the last size that fits me) . I am also rockin' the Publish Brand Arch Jogger and Jordan Son of Mars .
Photographer || @joshtwentyone_sb
Cinematographer || @chadporeotics
REALIZE YOU | SMAC
Exciting news ! Rudy Reynon the musician , tricker , dancer has decided to take his talents into fashion . I shot a couple of pieces for the holiday on Smac and below are photos of the shirt and hat . Photo of the hockey jersey will be shown soon and He's also dropping a couple of music videos later this year . Keep posted for @ru_areyou and @_realizeyou
MODEL | @Smac.Mcceanor
FENG x NTRL RBLS 02
This is the second look for the day and we shot this in the Mesquite Sand Dunes of Death Valley . The same place they shot the sand dunes scenes in Star Wars . This was an hour before sun down where it was so dark that you can't even see your hand in front of your own face .
I like this button up for it's versatility . Sturdy fabric thats casual enough to wear unbuttoned but also have plenty of interesting textures and patterns to keep it interesting while buttoned up . It's perfect for the fall season in Los Angeles where it's still 100 degrees in October . Kama's sold separately .
Photographer - @heyyehblog
JUSTFENG X NTRL RBLS
Recently , I teamed up with a new premium streetwear fashion brand called "Ntrl Rbls," short for Natural Rebels . This top definitely makes a statement about the brand that it represents with bold and striking lines that are paired with smaller but beautiful details . Showing heavy influence from martial arts apparel and Japanese material , I decided to go with a little bit more of a fantasy warrior like vibe instead of a street look that this top was design for . With high quality stitching and premium material , its a bit higher on the price point but you're getting exactly what you're paying for . Thanks Heyyehblog , Alyssa Bernal , and Ru(areyou) for coming out and standing in the heat with me with this heater .
T H R E E
I rarely wear a suit and I rarely post photos with my girlfriend. Above and below are a lot of both those things . I also rarely smile and theres a little bit of that going in the last photo . but only barely .
I've dressed up by dressing down so much for the last decade of my life that I was recently thrilled for a reason to buy this suit . One , so that I could take these photos , and then second , because I had a bunch of events to go to where suits aren't required but generally encouraged . Much like deodorant and smiling .
Courtney and I generally spend a lot of our weekend time with each other meandering away with our cameras but this time we invited our talented friend Tee Watcharothon to document us playing dress up . Thanks Tee !
SUIT | ZARA
SUNGLASSES | RAYBANS
SOCKS | RICHERPOORER
T H E L M A S
We did this shoot one blazing afternoon in July . This was one of the first times I've used a bigger team for a shoot and the experience was excellent . I love working with and being around people that are down to play and be creative but also work hard . it was a blessing to have worked with everyone . Scroll down to see all the photos and the members of the team . Follow everyone !
Models:
@nekachoo
@nalion
Wardrobe stylist:
@lumpymcnuggets
MUA:
@seanharrismakeup
makeup and hair assistant
@lexmua
@pmariemakeup
Photographer:
@justfeng
Photographer assistant:
@joshtwentyone_sb
BTS:
@chadporeotics
a special thanks to the car owner
@ryanigram
GOSH ! JOANNA !
Joanna and I spent one morning/afternoon shooting with some of our favorite things .
- white sheets
- big windows
- cereal
She's an amazing person ! Catch up with her on her instagram @goshjoanna !
NEOCLASSIC SPRING 2015 LOOKBOOK
Had to pleasure and opportunity to work with NEOCLASSICS on their Spring lookbook 2015 . Shared the frame with the beautiful and talented Neka Stephens and basically spent the day doing a lot of math equations in my brain while photos were being taken of me . Solve for X .
- PHOTOGRAPHER - ZULICH
- HAIR/MAKE UP - CARLEY COOPER
- MODELS - FENG/NEKA STEPHENS
JUST LANDED : VINCE VICARI
BTS
