Amid the stark grayness of New York’s Financial District, artist Mia’s studio glows with warmth, nostalgia, and quiet power. Her soft, textured paintings—often depicting tender, sisterly scenes—invite viewers to slow down and reconnect with play, femininity, and meaning. In her space, art becomes interactive and alive, dissolving boundaries between artist and observer. What emerges is a refreshing reminder that beauty can exist unapologetically, and creativity has a place even in the most unlikely corners of the city.

Meeting with international model Chloe along the coastline, we set out to explore a vision of calm, confident femininity. Inspired by the natural surroundings and her grounded presence, our creative conversation unfolded into a visual story rooted in softness, strength, and effortless beauty.

A Visual artist’s personal journal: traveling to Belgium for a wedding.

Sample Photos from the Holga 120N : Medium Format Toy Film Camera + with external flash

Downtown Raleigh Engagement shoot!

What 3 weeks in Korea + Japan has to show. Film, lots of film.

Lots of mistakes. Lots of good stuff.