I needed to know what chocolate and orange would taste like in a brownie. Thus, this dark chocolate orange brownie recipe was born. These brownies are very dense and moist, but the dark chocolate keeps them from being too sweet and rich.

I had a very quick session with Meghan at State Management before Kenneth took the reigns and had a gorgeous test shoot. Although I may not be shooting full time right now, I'm still enjoying being back in the swing of creating on so many fronts.

Windows open and breeze flowing through the apartment, these lemon crinkle cookies were born. The best part? Just a hint of ginger, inspired by one of my favorite summertime treats –– ginger lemonade.

With the spring, though, comes the showers –– the rainy days spent under covers, or hidden away with baked goods.

Curl up in a blanket and grab a cup of tea with this April showers playlist. Follow it on Apple Music.

When you’re new to test shooting, it can be intimidating to want to get things right. These shoots can be of huge benefit to both your portfolio and the model’s, and you want to be able to produce a product that works for everyone. I’ve put together a list of quick tips to a comfortable test shoot.

Agnes Arytch is a model that Kenneth and I worked with for an Atlas Magazine shoot a couple of years ago, and we were so excited to have the opportunity to work with her again. This time was a little (or a lot) more low-key; we had a beautiful morning shoot in Brooklyn in the shining sun.

When planning a photo shoot, you'll often be asked by members of your team to share a mood board. If you've never made one of these–– don't fret. Let's get started on creating an effective mood board.

On a bright morning in Brooklyn, we shot a quick test shoot with Diosmary at State Management. Have you ever looked out the window and thought of how warm it looks even though you know it's not? This was one of those days –– Diosmary braved the chilly air for some sunny spring vibes.

These are my simple tips to disconnect–– if only for a short while.

When Bella at State Management came through for a quick test with Kenneth and I, I was determined to feel all of the springtime vibes. These are my shots from our quick session in Crown Heights.

Is there any flavor combination more rich and perfect than chocolate and raspberry? No, no there isn't. Although this lava cake can really be paired with whatever flavor of ice cream you fancy, there's something about raspberry sorbet and lava cake that really hits the spot for me.

Job interviews can be an intimidating process for anyone. That’s why it’s important to prepare beforehand and set yourself up for as much success as you can.

This sunny afternoon test was with Simone at State Management. We set up a backdrop, let the sun shine through the windows and played it by ear.

With Easter and the beautiful springtime weather in New York right now, I wanted to make something to celebrate the beauty of the season. I ended up with these quick and simple springy vanilla donuts. Some mini eggs I left whole on the donuts, and some have crushed up mini eggs on them. Either way –– they're a perfect contrast to the soft body of the donuts.

I’ve put together a list of photography trends in editorials to avoid when submitting to magazines or building your portfolio. This list is not to say that image-makers who attempt these won’t make a successful image; it is simply a list of trends that I find to be repetitive, making it difficult to see something “new” in them.

In the midst of New York fashion week castings, Paula at State Management rushed to our little makeshift studio for a quick model test

These chocolate chip peanut butter cookies have a very soft bake and are very moist inside.

It's important to consider that there are other routes in the photo industry that can feed your creative passions. I've put together a short list of career opportunities within the realm of photography for those who are curious about making a living in the photo industry beyond shooting.

These hashtags are perfect for foodies to follow along with on Instagram to get your foodie fix –– I'm getting hungry just scrolling through them! Follow these hashtags for foodies to keep up with the prettiest in cuisine.

These raspberry tarts take five minutes of preparation with a pre-made pie dough, and twenty minutes to bake. Why wouldn't you make them?