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Yachin Parham is a New York-based photographer and photojournalist. Parham focuses his lens on highlighting expression, supporting vulnerability, and revealing character. He recently ventured out to capture images from protests across New York. We spoke with Parham about his creativity behind the lens and capturing these moments in history. What inspired you to become a…

Jason “Jay Lenard” Crockett held down a full-time corporate job for some time while exploring his passion for photography. In 2017, he took a leap of faith and started shooting fashion, portrait and wedding photography full time. Since then, the Delray Beach, Florida, native who currently resides in Atlanta, specializes in capturing people with a…

At a young age, Joshua Rashaad McFadden was introduced to photography by his mother. McFadden fondly remembers receiving his first camera at 7 years old and he’s been an artist ever since. Originally from Rochester, New York, McFadden is a visual artist and assistant professor of photography at Rochester Institute of Technology. As a form…

Growing up, Rosella Joseph always had a passion for art. She loved drawing, singing and even tried her hand at learning to play the piano and violin. Joseph, who originally is from Port-au-Prince, Haiti, came to the United States when she was 4 and grew up in Milwaukee. During high school, however, she fell into…

As a child, Kai Tsehay was obsessed with music videos. Her mother, however, would not allow her to spend her idle time watching videos. Instead, she taught Tsehay graphic design, which inspired Tsehay to explore visual arts. Kai Tsehay, born KaiYanna T. Washington, describes herself as a creative entrepreneur and freelance photographer. Originally from Washington,…

Joshua and Anyeka Frith’s shared love of photography has allowed the New York couple to grow into partners in life as well as in business. According to Joshua, it was his then-girlfriend Anyeka and his new photography business that brought them together. “She started accompanying me [to photo shoots],” he said. “That was a way…

Professional photographer Michael T. Nyembo has built his career by capturing vivid images of fashion, beauty and noted celebrities. The short list includes Chris Brown, Elle Varner Wiz Khalifa and Izabela. A former model, Nyembo grew bored working in front of the camera and decided to explore his creativity behind the lens. The rest, as…

In a split second, a photographer has to capture the right smile, expression or gesture. Nathan Pearcy possesses a keen eye for capturing authentic beauty. Originally from Asheville, North Carolina, and currently working in Atlanta, Pearcy’s beauty and editorial work behind the lens has been featured in many nationally acclaimed publications, such as rolling out,…

Back in the days of darkrooms and film, Antoinne Duane Jones fell in love with photography. That was over 14 years ago back in Youngstown, Ohio. For some strange reason, he put the camera down during his school days at Fayetteville State University in North Carolina. The passion was rekindled when his then-wife asked, ‘If…

Tim Caver has a passion for photography. The 30-year-old photographer and graphic designer is originally from Buffalo, New York and currently residies in Atlanta with his beautiful wife and dog. Growing up, Caver started with a point-and-shoot camera. However, it was a colleague during an internship that opened his eyes to how integral photography was…

Most photographers aim to shoot a particular style of photography. Photographer Robin Marshall has found her sweet-spot in the business — shooting on the red carpet. To further her aspirations, the Atlanta native found herself moving to Los Angeles with her family, priming her position for photographing Hollywood’s best and brightest talents. Marshall continues to…

Tag Line: #shotbyJD Social media: @jdthecombo Favorite Restaurant: Cheri’s Brooklyn Favorite non-work hobby: Watching Atlanta Braves baseball or the Los Angeles Lakers Favorite artist on repeat: Snoh Aalegra The eye for photography can be inherited or it can be an innate ability to capture art through the lens of a camera. Fashion and beauty photographer,…

In a short span of seven years, Tailiah Breon has become recognized for her fashion, commercial and editorial photography. As the chief executive officer of Fashion Prodigy LLC, Breon has worked with lifestyle brands such as xoNecole as well as famed photographers like Derek Blanks and is making her mark throughout the industry. A native of…

Charles Richard caught the eye of rolling out because of his editorial photography. By trade, Richard is a professional photographer from Houston who uses his camera to capture the beauty in nature, stunning architecture and the edginess of street life. He also is known for his style and approach to fashion, runway and editorial photography. “It is…

Nagashia Jackson has always loved the creative imagery of great photography. Unexpectedly, Jackson got her first break to take pictures in 2008 when her former supervisor, Jackie Turner, put a camera in her hands and said figure it out. That first assignment at work to take photos for Minneapolis Public Schools ignited the fire to…

Social media: @rhaynacphotography Favorite restaurant: Firebirds Wood Grill Favorite guilty pleasure: I like country music Favorite artist on repeat: Beyoncé Rhayna C. views photography through the lens of relationships and is developing a niche as a lifestyle, maternity, boudoir and family photographer. “What was once a hobby has morphed into something more gratifying,” the Pittsburgh,…

Erica Génécé, the daughter of Haitian immigrants, is deeply inspired by her heritage and the African Diaspora. As a New York City-based photographer and filmmaker, Génécé has captured elements of history and heritage through the lens of her camera. Génécé states, she loves bringing strength, empowerment, and regality through photographs and film.” Through her imagery,…

Artistry and creativity are in the eye of the beholder. Through the Creative Lens series, rolling out seeks to discover more about professional and up-and-coming photographers and their creative visions. This is Leslie Andrews’ story. Fashion and beauty photographer Leslie Andrews is originally from Milwaukee but is currently based in Atlanta. “I was at a…

Jack Manning III caught the photography fever at an early age. Now the Bloomfield Hills, Michigan, native, who is based in Atlanta, travels doing what he loves. Manning is the mastermind of Jaxon Photo Group where he specializes in portrait, conceptual and wedding photography. Rolling out caught up with Manning to hear about and see…

Former actress Holland Reid once posed in front of the camera. Now the self-taught photographer is making six figures working behind the lens capturing lifestyle and branded headshots. Rolling out spoke with Reid about her career. What inspired you to pursue photography? After spending 25 years in front of the camera as an aspiring actress,…