Erika Barker Photography

What is it about the works of photographers like Mario Testino or Mert & Marcus that mesmerizes audiences, driving them to invest in a luxury brand or pick up a magazine for its cover?

Authenticity in Art: Elevating Photography Beyond Perfection | Erika Barker's Premier Photography Studio | Wynwood, Miami - Artistic & Professional Photography Services Explore the role of authenticity in photography and art. Delve into how genuine storytelling, beyond technical perfection, elevates art to legendary status, with insights on iconic photographers and artists.

What makes a really great photograph? After talking to a friend who owns an Art Gallery in NYC, I was inspired to write this piece:

Authenticity in Art: Elevating Photography Beyond Perfection | Erika Barker's Premier Photography Studio | Wynwood, Miami - Artistic & Professional Photography Services Explore the role of authenticity in photography and art. Delve into how genuine storytelling, beyond technical perfection, elevates art to legendary status, with insights on iconic photographers and artists.

Color, much like music theory, wields significant influence over the final outcome of my work. I firmly believe that Color Science mirrors the harmony of musical notes. Just as an off-tune melody can disrupt a song, the wrong color choice can jolt the visual experience in photography.

In my journey, I began by experimenting with gels and colors, learning to trust my eye's sense of harmony. As I delved deeper into my craft using Adobe Color and exploring color harmonies, I realized the importance of starting with the dominant color or product and then fine-tuning the palette to achieve the perfect harmony. The result is a visual symphony that not only pleases the eye but also soothes the mind, creating a hypnotic sense of tranquility when the colors are just right.

Revisiting old projects and old friends. I just posted a 2019 project on Behance:

Beauty & Fashion : A Fashion Photography Project Stila Beauty Photography,Fashion Photography,Photography,Hasselblad,Nikon D800,Capture one Pro,Adobe Photoshop

https://erikabarker.com/wacom-mobile-studio-pro-featuring-erika-barker/ New York-based photographer Erika Barker takes the Wacom Mobile Studio Pro and the Wacom team behind the scenes on one of her fashion shoots and talks about her creative process and the tools she uses. Video Edited by the Amazing Rodd Chant! https://vimeo.com/375314808

Wacom Mobile Studio Pro - Featuring Erika Barker - Commercial Photographer in New York City | Erika Barker New York-based photographer Erika Barker takes the Wacom Mobile Studio Pro and the Wacom team behind the scenes on one of her fashion shoots...

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Featured in Vogue - Commercial Photographer in New York City | Erika Barker Please Read The Article written by Vogue’s Fashion News Editor, Sarah Spellings: https://www.vogue.com/article/awet-new-york-launch I am incredibly proud to photograph my good friend, Áwet Woldegebriel’s...

Military friends! DC Shootoff is almost here and I will be one of the mentors for the competition. Not only will I be there, but my mentors like Johnny Bivera and Chip Maury will be there as well. I would love to see you all if you can make it. Make sure you register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dc-shoot-off-photojournalism-workshop-2020-tickets-95258465635

DC SHOOT OFF PHOTOJOURNALISM WORKSHOP 2020 The 15th annual DC Shoot Off Photojournalism Workshop is happening 12-14 March 2020 and will be held at the Element Hotel in Hanover, Md., and Dave & Busters in Arundel Mills Circle Check in, meet & greet, portfolio reviews & career counseling begins March 12, 5PM at the Element Hotel. This program....

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Taking it back to the with and 2000s style with some moody lighting here at 373 Broadway. Shot on D800 with 85 MM 1.4g. Processed through and edited with

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And here is another from a beautiful new #beauty #photography series I shot in a Hotel in #Baltimore, Maryland during the #dcshootoff. As always, I loved working with this #gorgeous #goddess @theamandaolivia, who was phenomenal to work with. Thank you dahling. You were super fabulous! Oh, and that background was a curtain covering the window. On another note, I shot this at 11 AM on a very bright day.⠀ ⠀ #makeup #lipstick #smoke #newyork #nikon #d800 #yellow #red #orange #nikonphotography #sexy #afro #gold #skin #lips #smoking #maryland #milphog #shootoff #campaign ⠀

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Here is the start of a beautiful new #beauty #photography series I shot in a Hotel in #Baltimore, Maryland during the #dcshootoff. I loved working with this #gorgeous #goddess @theamandaolivia, who was phenomenal to work with. Thank you dahling. You were super fabulous! ⠀Makeup by @keythesiren ⠀ #makeup #lipstick #smoke #newyork #nikon #nikonphotography #sexy #afro #gold #skin #lips #smoking #maryland #milphog #shootoff #campaign ⠀

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Bringing some more #60s and #70s #flare with @janecosmetics, and their amazing #makeup wizard @charlieriddle. It kind of reminds me of some old school #versace ads. Model: @londonnieves, Amazing awesome #hair by @lu_cazoo.⠀ ⠀ #janecosmetics #color #retro #vibe #blonde #peach #purple #hasselblad #beauty #photography #color #eyes #lips #cheeks #tone #nyc #newyork

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Taking it back to lovely orange and peach blends from the 60's with @janecosmetics. Such a pleasure working with the talented @charlieriddle with his mad #makeup #skills, and @lu_cazoo with her amazing hair skills. Model of course was the #beautiful @londonnieves.⠀ ⠀ #60s #70s #orange #peach #hasselblad #janecosmetics #nyfw #retro #beauty #face #hair #photography #fashion #style

Coming September 20th on Oxygen, Strut, a reality show about several beautiful Transgender models, produced by Whoopi Goldberg. And guess which photographer makes a guest appearance on the show? :D https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OgHl4jTsvt0

Strut: Official Trailer - New Series Premieres Tues Sep 20 9/8c l Oxygen Oxygen's new reality series about Slay Model Management, the first exclusively transgender modeling agency, from Whoopi Goldberg premieres Tuesday, September...

Ladies and gentlemen, I present to you Viktoria.

Started this Art Piece about 3 months ago, and I finally decided to finish it. You could say I was listening to Guns N Roses when I created it, but it was more inspired by all the violent events happening in the news. I call this piece Lady of War.