YAKU STAPLETON - EDITORIAL SHOOT

Role: Creative Director, Photographer, Editor As part of a creative trial with Yaku Stapleton, I was tasked with conceptualizing and executing a full editorial shoot within a single day — using only limited resources. With access to one model and my phone camera, I developed a concept rooted in controlled chaos and visual repetition, reflecting the brand’s offbeat yet sharply stylized aesthetic. To expand the visual narrative, I shot multiple looks and composited the model into each frame several times, creating a sense of overstimulation and presence that speaks to both fashion and character. All styling, art direction, photography, and editing were done independently — from concept to final image — within an 8-hour window (10 AM to 7 PM). This shoot demonstrates my ability to think on my feet, problem-solve creatively, and still deliver bold, on-brand imagery under tight constraints.