Photo Of The Week: MJ Altar At The Apollo Theater By Amanda Lopez

The photo was shot in front of the Apollo theatre in NYC. Its a close up shot of an altar dedicated to the King of Pop

It was really moving to see all the people gathered in front of the theatre to pay tribute to one of the greatest musicians of our time.

I can’t believe he’s gone.

That its an altar for MJ. Its unbelievable.

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Photo Of The Week: Theek by Amanda Lopez

Where did you take the photo?

I took this photos on a summer afternoon in Sacramento

What were you thinking before you took the photo?

Theek is one of my favorite people to photograph so i am always happy to work with him. He is a natural infront of the camera so our shoots are always successful. I was thinking, “thank you jesus for the pretty light.”

What were you thinking after you took the photo?

I was thinking that the light, location and subject were perfect and couldn’t wait to get the film back.

What’s interesting about this photo to you?

Theek’s expression and the natural light make this photo interesting.

What camera did you use?

Canon AE1

Photo of the Week: Leah by Amanda Lopez

Where did you take the photo?

I took these photos on a rooftop in Oakland.

What were you thinking/feeling before you took the photo?

These pictures were really a team effort. Myself, the talent makeup artist Jenni Tay and my homegirl/model Leah worked together to try and create pretty portraits. I was in a super good mood before the shoot because I was working with the homies.

What were you thinking after you took the photo?

I was thinking how fortunate and blessed I am to know and work with such talented ladies.

What’s interesting about this photo to you?

I like the juxtaposition between the 2 photos. The photo on the left is not a typical Amanda Lopez photo but I really liked the movement. I think it contrasts nicely with the more stoic photo of Leah on the right.

What camera did you use?

I used my trusty Contax T3.

Lowrider by Amanda Lopez

Where did you take the photo?

I took this picture in San Francisco’s Mission District in front of the Mission Cultural center. Mi Vida Loca magazine was hosting an event and as part of the event, a group of low riders parked their cars out front.

What were you thinking before you took the photo?

“I hope this guy lets me take his picture….”

What were you thinking after you took the photo?

“Thank You!”

What’s interesting about this photo to you?

The expression on the subjects face.

What camera did you use?

I used my 35mm Canon A-E1.

Top Dawgs by Amanda Lopez

Where did you take the photo?

I took these picture of my sister Vanessa and her dog Oscar in front of a restaurant called Capitol Dawg in Sacramento, Friday, May 29, 2009.

What were you thinking before you took the photo?

I hope Oscar doesn’t jump of Vanessa’s lap.

What were you thinking after you took the photo?

Thank goodness.

What’s interesting about this photo to you?

I like this picture because of the colors. I also like these shots because they feel like summer.
Summer hat, summer romper, cold beer sign, puppy dawgs… Summer in Sacramento.

What camera did you use?

I used my new favorite camera the Contaxt T3.

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B-Fly by Amanda Lopez

Where did you take the photo?

The photo was shot in Southern Cali at a beauty salon. There were maybe 10 rooms in the salon and each room was painted a different color. My favorite room was the pink room. The girl in the photo is B-fly, an up and coming music artist. She also happens to be the The Game’s younger sister.

What were you thinking before you took the photo?

I was thinking about how to try and capture an honest moment.

What were you thinking after you took the photo?

I hope I was successful.

What’s interesting about this photo to you?

I like this photo because of B-fly’s expression plus the pink wall and the clock make for an interesting background.

What camera did you use?

I used my tried and true Canon A-E1.

See more works by Amanda Lopez at AmandaLopezPhoto.com.

Amanda Lopez Retratos de La Familia

If you’re in the East Bay Area this weekend, make sure to stop by Berkeley’s Pueblo Nuevo gallery for Retratos de La Familia, a show featuring the photography of Amanda Lopez. You may recall her shoot for Mama Clothing’s Winter 2008 collection. If not, check out some pics from that shoot here. In addition to featuring some photos from that collaboration, Lopez has work from her portrait series Mi Familia. Shot in black and white, the portraits have a sort of sweet poignancy. Particularly striking are the diptychs. Combining a close-up with a full body shot, each subject’s gaze initially draws you in and then the details surrounding them blend to create the portrait in the accompanying photograph. Gorgeous! Check it out this Friday, May 8 starting at 6 pm and going late! The show runs through May 30.

M.I.S.S. favorite photographer extraordinaire, Amanda Lopez, is featured in the latest issue of Sneaker Freaker.  Amanda’s photos have appeared in Mass Appeal, XXL and The Source.  She’s worked as Estevan Oriol’s assistant and had several Vans True Story Exhibitions which detail her adventures - all through her kicks.   Her latest project has her paired up with Lori Lobenstine’s Female Sneaker Fiend on a book project called “Girls Got Kicks.”

I’ve had the pleasure of working with Amanda on over a year’s worth of Mama look books.  I can tell you first hand that Amanda is not only a talented photographer, but she is so easy to work with and has a way of directing models that puts everyone at ease and let’s everyone’s true beauty shine.  Learn more about this rising star on Sneaker Freaker, where they’ve sat down to chat with Amanda Lopez.

You’ve seen and loved the Mama look books shot by none other than M.I.S.S.’s Amanda Lopez, now peep some of her other work. Ms. Lopez is bringing her Vans Shoe Series to the City of Angels. If you’re lucky enough to live in LA or you’ll be in the area on March 28th, hit up the Imix Bookstore from 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. for the opening of the exhibit. It runs until April 26, so if you won’t be in town until after the 28th you’ll still have a chance to sample Amanda’s amazing photography, which showcases her travels while rocking her iconic Vans. If you’re unable to hit up Imix, substitute the actual exhibit with Amanda’s Web site and blog, both chock full of her passionate photography.