Starting Off Right

Starting 2013 off with new pictures from photographer Sean Cokes and makeup artist FacesbyKim. I actually did these pictures a month back. I'm very proud and happy with the work Sean Cokes does. My first time working with FacesbyKim and she did her thang!! Hope you guys enjoy them as much as I enjoyed taking them!!

Stacey Dash Featured in Runway Magazine (Interview)

At 45 years old, actress Stacey Dash is killing the game. The ‘Single Ladies’ star is featured in a photo spread in Runway Magazine as well as a candid interview in which she dishes on how she stays in shape and her upcoming projects.

On How She Stays in Shape:
I eat healthy, I run and I work out with a personal trainer who does a very strenuous, athletic workout with me four to five time a week.

Beyonce Interview One Week After "4" Debut (Interview)

She covered an array of topics including why she chooses to not talk about her relationship with Jay-z, being proud of the ‘Diva’ label and whether she would retire at age 30. She also detailed a time her mother smacked her in a store in front of people to teach her a lesson on humility.

On her relationship with Jay-Z:
Jay and I have kind of made a decision to be known for our music and not our relationships or scandals. It’s hard sometimes because I’m like” Okay, I can’t talk about him” but he’s amazing.

Beyonce Covers Cleo Magazine (Interview)

Recently, Beyonce’s Facebook page was updated with a quote from her describing her upcoming July 28 release, 4, as well as a quote from Kenny ‘Babyface’ Edmonds:

“The album is definitely an evolution. It’s bolder than the music on my previous albums because I’m bolder. The more mature I become and the more life experiences I have, the more I have to talk about. I really focused on songs being classics, songs that would last, songs that I could sing when I’m 40 and when I’m 60.” – Beyonce

Babyface worked on Beyonce’s upcoming disc and assisted in writing her next single, “Best I Never Had”.

"Hip Hop Is Poetry"- Jay Z (Video)

While discussing his book, Decoded, Jay-Z discusses why hip-hop and rap is an art. Lots of thought and time goes into rapper’s lyricism (as far as the best go). Jay has really been on a tear lately about being adamant about this subject as he wrote that article for Rolling Stone a couple weeks ago.

Kreayshawn x Karmaloop Interview (Video)

The internet sensation artist, Kreayshawn, has been blowing up everywhere. Luckily the good folks at Karmaloop catches her for an interview. Kreayshawn talks about getting signed and much more.

VA$HTIE: Hustler Watch Interview (Video)

Va$htie is the it girl for street culture. I want to say outright that she’s not a product of marketing and it’s awesome to witness her hard work in multiple creative fields as a director, artist as well as her contributions in the fashion world. In this interview, you get to hear her talk about a cluster of topics regarding style, work ethic and passion.