BY: SHANNON WRIGHT

I am waiting to exhale; “Spring Break” came and went so fast. I was so busy, I felt like I held my breath all month long; my kids were out of school as I am making preparations to launch and worked 12-hour days finalizing shots for the images in my portfolio which will be revealed at the upcoming company launch, at Ignite Studios on Saturday, May 18th and online soon.  Tickets are on sale at: https://blaqandwright.ticketbud.com/ignite

Richard Hunt’s article + shoot, had an extended post, as he was traveling and out of the country and I wanted to be sure he saw his feature on BLÄQAZINE.™

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

RICHARD HUNT  – “Thrill of the Hunt” Black History Month Honoree on | By: Shannon Wright

As I walk along in Chicago and happen upon a sculpture, I know for sure before I even get close that it’s a Richard Hunt.  One I recently encountered entitled “We Will” (Circa 2005) located on the north side (Randolph) of The Chicago Cultural Center truly resonates with me.  As I noticed the energy and movement of the lines of each arm of the sculpture, chills came over me, for it depicts hope and faith that whatever the challenge we must overcome – we will.  I absolutely love Mr. Hunt’s prolific body of inspirational work.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

“WE WILL” | 2005 – BY RICHARD HUNT, SCULPTOR

QUICK HIGHLIGHTS FROM A FEW SHOOTS | 

BELLA + BIRD OF LONDON

BELLA + BIRD “AFTER” SUITCASE | Had a way cool client shoot with a London-based company, www.bellaandbird.com

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

I LOVE THESE GLAMOROUS TRAVEL SETS DESIGNED BY MAGGIE SCOTT, aka BIRD, aka SIREN STILETTO.

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COMMERCIAL CLIENT TESTIMONIAL |  I am ecstatic with the images that Shannon and her team took of my products. Her attention to details is sheer perfection.  She took the time to adjust every element of the shoot to ensure that the pictures were immaculate; even getting down off the ladder to personally wind the cord of a hairdryer so it would look better! That kind of service is so rare! It was apparent that she truly cares about the vision of the client. Working with her was a dream. I am so happy with my images and proud to use them on my website. I have since recommended her to several other companies.   – Maggie Scott of Bella & Bird

 

 

 

 

 

A DIVA’S BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION | Veronica Labiano Birthday Celebration – Peninsula Hotel 2013

My dedicated Photographer’s Assistant and Fashion Stylist, Veronica, had her paparazzi-styled 40th birthday celebration at The Peninsula Champagne Room. ‘Twas Diva fun! The Chanel Cake was exquisite. What a V’Day! Happy birthday, again, V!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Veronica Labiano’s “V’day” – March 2013 | Peninsula Hotel, Chicago

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SUPPORT MY FRIEND:  TINA CRAWLEY | Tina, love your new video! http://youtu.be/-oxtD4e4tlk

Beautiful message in your song!  You look gorgeous.  Shine on, Sis!  I’m very proud of you and your journey.  We Gotta Camera (Roger + Marquis) did a great job on your video.  Major “props” on the inclusion of “Suddenly” in the JUMP IN movie soundtrack.  Love + Blessings!  Shannon xo

 

 

 

Shannon Wright
Editor | Luxury, Fine Art Photographer
@loveshannonxo
@blaqwright

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