Mikala Mikrut: A Vixen From Vegas

Text by Mikala Mikrut, Copyright 2023 . A Vixen From Vegas . Photography, Tony Ward, Copyright 2023 Creative Director: KVaughn Lighting Assistant: Anthony Colagreco Hair & Makeup: Octavia Monroe Behind The Scenes: Resyn Thomas . What does it mean to be a vixen? At first glance, the term is simple: “a female fox.” It’s the … Read more

Tony Ward: Artist Statement

Text by Tony Ward, Copyright 2023 . Artist Statement Thirty years ago in 1993. I embarked on a new body of work that explored our rights in America to freedom of expression. My subjects were from all walks of life, from various races, religious backgrounds  and sexual persuasions. This melting pot that stubbornly defines America  formed … Read more

Joel Levinson: Behind The Scenes

Text by Joel Levinson, Copyright 2023 . Behind  The Scenes . I FELT LIKE I was Marcello Mastroianni walking onto the film set for La Dolce Vita; a colorful cast of characters assembled in slightly exotic circumstances later than scheduled. The Dolce Vita feeling stayed with me, even intensified, as the afternoon progressed. Tony had … Read more

Matthew Sampson: The Sneaker King

COVER FEATURE . Text by Matthew Samson, Copyright 2022 . The Sneaker King . Sneakers to me are more than an item of clothing. It’s a way for me to express myself. I’m never the most outspoken person in the room. It’s often my sneakers that speak for me. My love of shoes started at … Read more

BTS: Kitchie Ohh Luncheon

  Behind the Scenes Text by Tony Ward, Copyright 2022 . Photographs by Earnest Thomas, Copyright 2022 . Kitchie Ohh Luncheon . After the successful shoot with Kitchie Ohh for the new Vixen’s series, I invited friends over to meet Kitchie for lunch.  I selected an eclectic group of friends drawing from different aspects of … Read more