BRANDY Does Alter-Ego Photo Shoot with Derek Blanks (1st High Fashion of Its Kind)

Now, I'm sure that many of you out there have heard of Derek Blanks, especially if you're in the world of fashion and photography. Well, Derek Blanks is a highly acclaimed photographer famous for his 'alter-ego' photo shoots, where the person challenges 'the other side of them.'

Check out music artist Brandy in what is said to be the first 'high fashion story' of the Derek Blanks collection. Usually, there are alter ego pictures that the Blanks group develop, but none like having a series of pictures from beginning to end, from TRAGEDY to TRIUMPH.

I thought that this was really good... a great tie in to a high fashion magazine. I definitely would like a shoot with Derek Blanks; I got the knack and talent for it. Seriously.

**THUMBS UP**

Pic: NecoleB***hie

TEYANA TAYLOR In New Video Shoot 'Her Room'; On "Chill" Mode

Once again, THE ONLY JAIDEN focuses on the magic in fashion that interprets itself in many ways, especially through music. So check out rapper TEYANA TAYLOR in a more personal kind of setting, in her video with Omarion. 

Look at this mood she's putting on; it's the classic emotion of a girl longing after her man, and the clothes Teyana wears are once again personal and the norm of what to wear when one is in "chill mode." What do YOU interpret about the pictures?

I KNOW... I THINK KIND OF DEEP...

Pic: Global Grind

BEYONCE As 'King B' In Latest Lingerie Photo Shoot

Showin' the world that SHE can be a KING.

Check out Beyonce in her latest photo shoot (with some similarities to Rihanna "Rated R" period with a smidge of "Sasha Fierce") with ATTITUDE. With an eye for ART, I can truly appreciate the meaning behind the photos. I like the earthy nature and some of the industrial ruins of America in contrast with Beyonce's very fashion and time-forward look.

Pic: MediaTakeout

JADEN SMITH's Black-and-White Photo Shoot: He's A GQ Boy

There's something special about black-and-white pics. They're classic and bring a sense of tranquility and sometimes an EERINESS since there's a VOID in color.

What's your feeling about black-and-white photos?

Check out Jaden Smith's black-and-white pics from his recent photo shoot. Man, this boy really is determined to be on the cover of GQ magazine. And judging by his pics, he just may get there.

Keep it up, Jaden!!

Pic: Google/ NecoleB***hie

Eva Marcille's Hott VIBE Photo Shoot... In the Desert!!

Supermodel EVA MARCILLE is unmistakably the beauty of this summer with her VIBE MAGAZINE photo shoot which took place in a desert. GIRL was on point with her looks, clothing, and long, braided ponytail. The ponytail shot reminded me of Willow Smith in 'Whip My Hair,' but Eva still made it her own.

Check out more pics... I'm just lovin' photo shoots, y'all!!! I'll have mine coming up real soon, or just check out Model Mayhem at http://modelmayhem.com/theonlyjaiden .

Pic: VIBE/ NecoleB***hie

Kelly Rowland's CRACKLIN'-HOTT Shoot For Wonderland Magazine

Check out Kelly Rowland's black-and-white photos for Wonderland Magazine (London). These photos were found on several sites, meaning there's a lot of people diggin' these pics. Check out Kelly's interesting HAIRY outfit (looks like a beautiful, giant.... WEAVE she's swathed in with leopard underwear peeking underneath).

Don't matter-- the outfit, her priceless emotions, bone structure, and the lighting in these photos are all GOOD.

It's interesting to me how musicians/performers can also pass for MODELS...

Pic: Google/KRD/NecoleB***hie

DAWN RICHARDS As 'Neon' In Photo Shoot

I think people just love when they portray themselves as another character or arise a persona hiding deep inside of them...kinda like me, THE ONLY JAIDEN.

Well check out Dawn richards of Diddy Dirty Money in her latest photo shoot. The persona she takes on is 'Neon,' an eccentric yet bold lady.

I have to say KUDOS to her because she's really coming into her own more as a model (except she actually sings). She's come a long way since DANITY KANE and her relationship with ex Que.

Pic: NecoleB***hie

Nicole Scherzinger's Photo Shoot-- So HOTT That It Scorched Feathers...

...And we're back with more photo shoots of celebs and regular people alike. I enjoy doing photo shoots. I enjoy photo shoots even more when a regular person or local model can actually look better than the supermodel or celebrity they portray.

But check out DWTS's Nicole Scherzinger in her latest photo shoot, according to Rap-Up. I commend her on her facial expressions, which exude sensuality and pairs nicely with the feathers. She's covered in feathers, reminiscent of the early 1900s when boas and huge feather coats were worn by women to certain parties, cabarets, etc....

To sum it all up, she just looked GREAT! Thank you Rap-Up for posting these pics; my eyes were DELIGHTED.

 

WOW. Ladies... take note...

BEYONCE "Heart" Photo Shoot In Paris

BEYONCE was spotted, according to Just Jared, doing a photo shoot from a hotel balcony in Paris. It's a part of a promo for Beyonce's new perfume, and could possibly be one of the stills for any one of Beyonce's upcoming singles from her highly anticipated album. Ladies and photographers, you can use this as a template. Check out more pics of her posing.

Classic.

Only Queen Bey...

Pic: Just Jared

The BRAXTON Sisters + TOYA CARTER On Magazine Covers

It's always HOTT and an honor to get the cover page of a magazine; it means that you are the 'TALK' of the magazine and the face that will get the issues sold (talk about the ultimate first impression).

So check out Toni Braxton and her sisters on the cover of Kontrol Magazine looking all good in their well-coordinated and accessorized dresses (I wonder who was the stylist). And also, check out Antonia 'Toya' Carter (below) on the cover of Rolling Out Magazine. Absolutely BOSS in this golden gown, simplistic jewelry, and hair is comparison to black silk or even 'black water'. So smooth and succulent is her whole look... like a fancy dessert (ooh, I'm hungry....)

Both magazine covers are the kinds that will get SOLD!!!! Ladies, you can do it, too! All it takes is starting off with your very first photo shoot...

Pic: NecoleB***hie

Derek Blanks' Infamous 'Alter Ego' Photo Shoots

DEREK BLANKS

I have been a huge fan of Atlanta-based photographer mastermind DEREK BLANKS for quite a while. I first heard of his work, I believe back in 2008, when I came across a photography book in a Barnes & Noble bookstore. There were a lot of gifted photographers who had a knack for image, proportion, color, everything that made a photo SUPERB.

Derek Blanks stood out by coming up with a creative idea to take pictures of a client and then creating an "alter ego" (a fun, flirty, or dark side of the same client), and blending it into one interesting picture. I have an ALTER EGO: I call him 'JAIDEN', hence 'THE ONLY JAIDEN' (because the other side of me, which is very reserved would never do a blog like this).

Awesome, awesome work. I want to work with him one day.

Derek has done work with many models and celebs such as Beyonce, Michelle Williams, Eva Marcelle, David Banner (Really?), NeNe Leakes and RHOA (Real Housewives of ATL), and much more. See his work:

Beyonce

Mo'Nique

Musiq Soulchild



Kim Zolciak



AKON

Michelle Williams


Impressive, Mr. Blanks....


Pic: Various

NICKI MINAJ Does High-Fashion Shoot For ELLE's Music Issue!!

This woman never, EVER ceases to amaze me. It's just one photo shoot after another. Photographers can really admire NICKI MINAJ's tenacity, her natural beauty and funniness of how she portrays herself. When she's into her character of high-rise wigs and hip-hugging bodysuits, you can't help but to feel bubbly inside, like watching cartoons.

On the other hand, when NICKI MINAJ goes into her serious and graceful mode, like the one above.... Bet you lost track of what I was sayin'.... 

Check out more pics of the AMAZINGLY TALENTED Nicki Minaj in ELLE Magazine:

Maaaan, such beauty and talent...

RAVEN-SYMONE's New... and SUPER-HOTT... Punk Rock Look!!

There's a lot of people going PUNK and ROCKISH these days.

Check out Raven-Symone in her new PUNK ROCK look from the photo shoot she did recently. I found these pics on Media Takeout. Love'em, love 'em. She sure changed it up from that awful look she had when she was doing a fundraiser for Disney a few weeks ago (she looked 20 years OLDER!!!!).

Ughh.....

But now... she is on her GAAAAAME!!!

She got that Beyonce / Jordin Sparks vibe....

Pic: Media Takeout



TEYANA TAYLOR Poses For Vibe Photo Shoot With A Tribal Aura

Rapper/model Teyana Taylor did a very beautiful photo shoot for VIBE Magazine in which she wore some beautiful African tribal clothes; she looked like a young Nubian princess---with swag and attitude. Teyana's hair was perfect and free-flowing to complement the vibrant mood of her outfits and alluring body language.

Check out a few more shots and video of Teyana:

Pic: NecoleB***hie

MEAGAN GOOD Looks Different And Hotter In Men's Health Magazine

This picture should clear up any illness if a man read Men's Health.

Check out actress Meagan Good who recently did a photo shoot for Men's Health Magazine (I love me a good photo shoot; I get to be free and express myself in a nonverbal language). She looks very different with her long, dark brown locks finished with subtle bangs, and wearing WHITE, since she has lately been seen wearing BLACK, but both colors sure looks good on her.

Like Meagan? See more of her below.

Meagan Good (below) in her perfect, STREET GIRL SWAG. This is her zone :-)

Pic: NecoleB***hie

BLOW-OUT Factor: Usher Wears Colorful Jil Sander Sweater For Photo Shoot; SIIICK!!!

What a great way to start your morning, such beautiful colors and a carefree attitude comes with the sweater that Usher wore in his photo shoot. I don't think I ever remember Usher, or any artist besides Kanye West, doing something so colorful. It looks so right, so bright, just right for the mood of SPRINGTIME!

Thumbs up to Usher once again for this Jil Sander striped knitted cotton sweater for $695. This can be worn right with dark denim jeans and Creative Recreation sneakers or multi-colored sneakers (that are within the sweater's hues).

Pic: UpscaleHype