Photoshoot

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Briana Baldovinos at Victoria Beach and the Studio

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Briana Baldovinos and I met up in Orange County, California.

We started the shoot indoors at a photo studio, and then headed to the coast to shoot at Victoria Beach.

This shoot was massive. We spent 2 hours in the studio and then at least an hour and a half on the beach. We got a ton of epic photos, and I had a blast chatting with Briana during the shoot! On top of dance, she’s also crushing it in academia. Below is a short interview with her.

Give us an introduction

Hello Everyone, my name is Briana Baldovinos and I am a 22 year old freelance dancer! I currently work at Disneyland as a parade performer in “Magic Happens”. I just recently graduated from UC Riverside with my Bachelor’s of Science in Neuroscience.

What’s your favorite food?

My favorite food is SUSHI!!! I love sushi and can never get tired of it.

What music are you listening to this summer?

My music genre varies on how I’m feeling, but this summer I have really been into house music!

What do you enjoy about modeling?

I enjoy the aspect of letting my confidence shine when modeling. I feel like I can really let the true art form of dance come to life when modeling and allow those who view it see the beauty of dance as well.

What’s something people might not know about you?

Some people may not know that I am premed! I would love to pursue a career in the medical filed and enjoy helping others!

What’s a piece of art (movie, painting, play, ballet, broadway, television show, book, song, poem, etc..) That moved you the most this year so far?

A book that’s moved me is “They both die in the end”, it’s about 2 boys who get news that they will die by the end of the day and don’t know how. They each are looking for a friend to spend their day with and it just puts into perspective that life is short and to make everyday a great day filled with love.

Would you rather Kayak 50 miles or Skateboard 50 miles?

I would rather skateboard 50 miles, my leg strength is much greater than my upper body strength.

What’s your plan for 2025?

In 2025 I would like to continue to grow in my dance and modeling  career and gain more opportunities. I would also like to continue in my medical career and pursue my dreams.

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Kenzie Cohen in SoCal

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Kenzie Cohen and I started our photoshoot at the DTLA Visuals studios located in Los Angeles, California.

After we created shots there, we headed to the coast and shot in the late afternoon near Santa Monica Beach.

Shooting with Kenzie is great. She creates gorgeous lines and brings excellent charisma (and she’s always a blast to chat with during our shoots!)

You can follow Kenzie on IG here and keep an eye on the Zine for more shoots with her in the future.

-Oliver

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Sydney Tyra in downtown LA + Mini Interview 2024

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Sydney Tyra and I got together for a shoot at a studio in the downtown Los Angeles area.

Below are my favorite shots from the shoot + a mini interview with her.

Favorite Quote?

I love the quote from Little Women: “Women, they have minds, and they have souls, as well as just hearts. And they’ve got ambition, and they’ve got talent, as well as just beauty. I’m so sick of people saying that love is all a woman is fit for.”

Favorite pizza toppings???

Artichoke and cheese!

What’s your favorite movie you’ve seen this year? (It can be old or new, as long as it was new to you)

I’d have to say Challengers! Amazing actors/score/cinematography all around.

What’s your unwinding routine?

My unwinding routine includes a solo walk by the ocean with some relaxing music, a long shower, and a Disney movie in my bed with a nice candle lit. (My all time fav is probably the Lion King)

What’s your favorite part about modeling?

My favorite part of modeling is when I get into the “flow” and everything else sort of melts away. I’m able to fully be in the moment and allow myself to express whatever comes to me. It’s almost similar to the feeling I get when I dance/improv!

If you could travel anywhere, what’s at the top of your list?

The top of my list is either Mykonos or Sweden to see the Northern Lights!

You can follow Sydney on Instagram here @Sydney.Tyra and keep an eye on the Zine for more shoots with her in the future.

Till next time,

-Oliver

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Jaclyn Younger Trail Photoshoot

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Jaclyn Younger and I met up early one morning for a quick photoshoot on a nature trail.

Shooting outdoors is always more challenging for the dancer than shooting indoors, but shooting outdoors in pointe shoes on a twisting tree trunk and is next level.

Always a blast shooting with Jaclyn and I love the work we created on this quick nature shoot that morning.

You can follow Jaclyn on IG here.

Till next time,

-Oliver Endahl

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Hunter Chrislyn Mikus in San Francisco

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Hunter and I shot together in the San Francisco Bay Area in May of this year.

We started the shoot at Bernal Heights in SF.

Bernal is a beautiful spot to shoot with stunning views of the city.

The wind was a bit intense, (to say the least) but Hunter was a trooper and played off the energy and vibe of the wind with some of the poses.

After we finished at Bernal Heights, we went to a nearby neighborhood and used this gorgeous garden spot that had lovely vinery and foliage.

After the garden area, we headed to the coast and shot at Ocean Beach for sunset.

As you can see, Hunter is a talented dancer with huge charisma and a unique movement quality. It’s always a blast creating with her and this shoot was especially fun.

You can follow Hunter on IG here.

Till next time,

-Oliver Endahl