Hello, Hayes Valley

Last weekend, I had the pleasure of working with Bay Area-based photographer, Mawiyah Johnson. We shot in my favorite neighborhood in the city, Hayes Valley, and it was the perfect Saturday afternoon. The sun was shining, a cute little neighborhood party was taking place, and once we were done snapping photos, I got to spend some time all to myself in Patricia's Green, with a latte in hand. Even though I shoot in Hayes time and time again, I'm always so excited to see the different ways different photographers capture the same spots.

Dress worn as vest via LeTote

Banana Republic Top

Forever 21 Skirt

Target Leopard Loafers

Photos by: Mawiyah Johnson

Working with Mawiyah was so refreshing - as a former model, she was able to give me some posing-pointers and really made me feel comfortable in front of the camera. Sometimes I get a little nervous in front of the camera when I start working with a new photog, but Mawiyah's energy was so positive and uplifting, it didn't feel as if it was our first time shooting together. I love the shots Mawiyah captured, and all of the backdrops we found. If you're looking for a photographer to work with, do reach out to Mawiyah - she's a natural and will catch your inner spirit in all the photos she snaps!