One Market Media promotional video for Models International Management

Models Heather D. and Chris H. of MIM, Hair by Michal Beattie, Make-up by Melody Iefalice and Ashley Dawn, Assistant styling Dana Pizzolato

Creative with photographer Remi Theriault

Model Emma G. of MIM, Clothing from Slaysh and stylist’s own

après moi featured on Foam Magazine’s community board

creative project with photographer Guy Teixiera

hair by Michal Beattie, make-up by Nathalie Lessard clothing provided by American Apparel, viens avec moi, and stylist’s own

Ottawa Magazine Shop Talk Spread

photographed by Linsdey Gibeau

models Jessica H. and Natasha of MIM, hair & make-up by Ashley Dawn, clothing from Amber Watkins Swim, Goldenfish Swimwear, Aqua Di Lara, and Americal Apparel

The Lost Romantics Editorial Spread in Fajo Magazine June/July 2012

As part of my first published submission, myself and photographer Colin Gaudet collaborated with Ottawa-based clothing designer, Danica Olders on an innocent and fun photoshoot. With a team of amazing, creative minds, our day of shooting in freshly spring weather turned out to be an inspiring weekday for all involved. The team at Fajo Magazine took a great liking to it, and and graciously published it on their online magazine. 

Editorial lay-out done by myself. 

Photographer Colin Gaudet

Models, Caroline H. and Mylene from MIM, Assistant Stylist Danica Olders, Hair and Make-up Ashley Dawn

Hand Down Your Pants Spring 2012 Lookbook

Featured on Carleton University’s home page, Hand Down Your Pants’ owner Walker Tamblyn shared the ins and outs of owning your own business while completing an undergraduate degree.

As the stylist to this project, I had the opportunity to work within Walker’s concept of revived-vintage. Shot in the unique upstairs of Fresco’s Restaurant in the heart of Ottawa, the Spring 2012 look book featured styles normally seen on university graduates from the 1950s.

For the full article and spread, click here.

Clothing and accessories from Hand Down Your Pants.

Additional clothing from Falldown Gallery and Slaysh

Models, Coralie, Emma G, and Steeven from Models International Management, and Jesse

Testshoot with Photographer Colin Gaudet

Models International Management March 2012

As the lead stylist for this testshoot, I worked with new photographer, Colin Gaudet and some of Models International’s high-fashion models. Collaborating with Colin and Stella and Dot stylist Cierra Campeau, I was responsible for pulling clothing, scheduling models, coordinating hair and make-up looks with each model, and making decisions on which look would best promote each model. This shoot involved coordinating 5 models, and then selecting their best photos from the photographer’s top 100 picks.

Clothing and Jewellery provided by Slaysh, viens aver moi, Top of the World, Young Janes, Gypsy & Co, Club Monaco, Stella and Dot, and stylist’s own

Make-up by Ashley Dawn; Hair by Michal Beattie

Models featured above, Olivia, Emilie E, Katrina, and Elissa

Test Shoot with Photographer Martin Rondeau

Models International Management March 2012

As part of the big convention that Models International attends yearly, I was responsible for helping coordinate this high-fashion test shoot. Coordinating the shoot required scheduling 12 models over the course of two days, hiring a hair stylist, and make-up artist, and helping with model direction. As co-stylist, I shared the duty of contacting stores and designers, pulling clothing and accessories, steaming and preparing clothing, and putting together looks, including hair and make-up directions. 

Clothing, shoes, and accessories from Rachel Sin, The Lost City, veins avec moi, American Apparel, Club Monaco, Aldo, Shepard’s, and Elizbourk

Make-up Sommer, Hair Gillian 

Models featured above: Mylene, Veronica, Tristen, Rachel, Laura C.

Chasing Liberty

Cloud in the Sky Studios February 2012

In the new year, Cloud in the Sky Studios began experimenting with short films, exploring story-boarding and character development. Chasing Liberty is a story about a young girl at odds with her single father. I worked with Cloud in the Sky in developing the characters of Skylar and her father through wardrobe styling. 

Clothing provided by American Apparel and Hand Down Your Pants

Make-up Ashley Dawn

Actors Maia D. and Jonathan L. from Models International

‘The Great Waterway’ Tourism Commercial

Alphabet Creative May 2011

As Head of Wardrobe and Assistant to Producer, this project with Alphabet Creative was my first real insight into film/video. Shooting in Kingston and the Prince Edward County for three full days, my duties included coordinating with the Director which looks would be paired with which shot, as well as completing various tasks, big and small, for the Producer. 

FW ‘11 Lookbook Creative

Cloud in the Sky Studios September 2011

In collaboration with local shops and brands, Cloud in the Sky Studios worked on a project to showcase FW ‘11 fashion. Providing styling, this video allowed me to truly apply my creative direction alongside Cloud in the Sky.

Clothing provided by 18Waits, Hand Down Your Pants, Pica Jewelry, Raised by Wolves, Slaysh, and Victoire

Models Jocelyn from Models International & Captain Tom

Model Profile Video for Lashanda

Cloud in the Sky Studios August 2011

Capturing Lashanda’s natural beauty was a breeze for this shoot. Providing styling for this profile video worked really well with Cloud in the Sky’s creative concept.

All clothing provided by American Apparel

Model Profile Video for Chloe

Cloud in the Sky Studios June 2011

This was my first project with Cloud in the Sky Studios. Working alongside their creative concept, I provided various looks to showcase Chloe’s international potential.

Clothing provided by American Apparel

The Fashion Press x Top of the World

April 2011

For The Fashion Press’ second print issue, I styled and coordinated a creative showcasing spring/summer fashions from Top of the World Skateshop. I had been managing the shop at this time, and was heavily involved in the men’s and women’s buying, attending appointments, and going on buying trips. I worked closely with the owner for five years.

All photos by Cleo Salis

Assistant Stylist for Professional Modeling Program

Models International Management Summer 2011

Over the summer, I began working with Models International Management by assisting stylist Renee Morra, and doing brand research for Sophe and Renee’s new women’s boutique, Viens Avec Moi. The day prior to shoots, Renee and I would gather clothing for students for their first photoshoot, and I would assist all afternoon on location of the shoots. Gearing up to the opening of Viens Avec Moi, I volunteered my time doing brand research, booking appointments with sales reps in Toronto and New York, and assisting with buying details.

Video by Dana Pizzalotto