Maya Stewart

product photography

2017

Maya Stewart is an up-and-coming Native American luxury purse and accessories designer based out of Los Angeles, CA who has been featured in many fashion magazines including Vogue and Elle. She came to the University of Oklahoma looking to work with a student wanting experience in fashion photography and I was hand selected by her to work with her. Her brand focuses on women who want to express their rock-and-roll side and live life on the edge while still feeling feminine. A high-contrast black & white image never goes out of style but it also show’s the intricate details of the purse. I also chose to light the model from behind, as if she were emerging right in front of us.

Personal Projects

Personal Photography

2014 — present

Below are personal photography ventures. I explore experimental lighting, concept, and creating an atmosphere in my images. I’m inspired and influenced by Greek mythology and crafting angelic images that feel otherworldly. Some of my photography idols are Nick Knight, Viviane Sassen, Julia Hetta, and Irving Penn. I feel that there is an art to going against the rules in some aspects to create something beautiful or outrageous.