Fashion-Forward Street Portraits in the Theater District
This early-morning shoot with Paloma was a gift from her boyfriend, and we had the streets of Manhattan mostly to ourselves. We started in the luxury shopping district along Fifth Avenue near the Chanel store, using the clean lines and high-end storefronts as a backdrop before moving toward Rockefeller Center. Multiple outfit changes kept the look fresh—from minimalist, structured pieces to a sparkling sequin skirt. We even took the session underground, using the textures and light of the subway to add a sharper, urban edge.
Shoots like this require more than just showing up with a camera—they take planning for locations, timing, and styling, plus the flexibility to work fast and adapt as the city wakes up. That’s what ensures you leave not with a few nice pictures, but with a complete, cohesive set that looks like it belongs in a magazine.If you want portraits that feel elevated and intentional—whether for yourself, as a gift, or for your brand—I bring the direction, styling sense, and city knowledge to make it happen.
Here are some of my favorite images from this shoot (click/tap to view full size and un-cropped):
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All images in this blog post were shot on a Nikon D850 using a 24-85mm zoom lens, and all individually post-processed in Adobe Lightroom using custom-built presets.
Jinnifer Douglass is a full-time freelance photographer based in NYC, shooting for both individuals and brands such as Google, Sotheby’s, Uber, Make Up For Ever, Squarespace, and more! Specializing in portraits, food, and special events, she works to make every piece of your social and website content ‘Insta-worthy’ with high resolution, full-frame DSLR photography and expert Lightroom editing. Interested in chatting? Leave a comment below, or send an email to info@jinyc-photo.com!