The work that changes you is the work no one is paying for.
I talk about personal work all the time, and for good reason.
This is from a recent shoot with Sue Ann Pien @sueannpien as part of my cinematic portrait series. I ask actors to step into roles they have always wanted to play.
For myself, I build in challenges.
This series I have worked with a fixed wide lens, @leicacamerausa Q2, stepping away from my usual longer focal lengths. I also brought in the @westcottlighting Ice Light 2 and leaned into color, which is not something I typically do.
New tools. New approach. Same goal.
And that is exactly the point.
If you are not doing personal work, here is why you should be.
1. You control everything
No creative director. No marketing team. No trend chasing. This is where you define how you actually see the world.
2. Collaboration hits different
When everyone is there by choice, the energy changes. You are building something together, not just executing a job. In this case, working with an incredible team made all the difference.
3. You challenge yourself
New locations. New gear. New ways of seeing. This is where you build depth. This is where you sharpen instincts. This is what makes you better when it counts.
And maybe the most important part.
Everyone involved is invested.
Whether it is one subject or a full team, people show up differently. They are rooting for the outcome. That energy is real.
That is what personal work gives you.
Growth you cannot fake.
TEAM:
@barbaralamelzamakeup MUA
@ninapaskowitz Hair
Location: Special thx to Leslie W. š
See the whole series and more at
#ianspanierphotography
Michael!!!
@michaelangarano
Looking so sharp!
New look!
New do!
New scruff!
Vintage swagger meets
Modern charm
@ninapaskowitz@iatselocal706
#hairbyme
#hair #haircut #hairstylist #hairstyle
@jilliandempsey pomade blended with @hairstorystudio hair balm for great texture, capturing beach vibes with Cary Grant style!
@valgherman
makeup and fab beard grooming!
Success!!
Shopping for a new tuxedo with my brother!
As a singer, he needed an update. We found it first choice!!
Alen owner at Tuxedo Junction in Burbank Town Center was amazing!!
Incredible service! Kindness and care!
He also rents tuxās and has gorgeous suits as well!! And if you want some bling, heās got that too!!
And then contact me for your new hairstyle to go with your new dashing vibes!
#tuxedo #tuxedojunction #burbanktowncenter
@waterbow.usa
Wow! What a workout!
Dancing to Michelle!!
@eurovision_2026@noam_bettan@noambettan_fanpage
Iām always working on keeping myself in shape to take care of my actors and clientsā hair! Whether standing for hours or lifting my arms using a blow dryer for a long time, or curling irons, I want to feel flexible and strong!
This new workout is so incredible!
On YouTube or dancing to my favorites, I love how fluid it feels! And harder than it looks!
As always, looking for that new do to express yourself as your best authentic you? Give me a shout letās create that look together!
#hair #hairstyles #hairstylist #haircut #hairtransformation
Around LA picking up Wigs on spec for a project that just came up for someone to be go from brunette to a redhead overnight so Iām very excited. I always love a challenge.
Having a great Hair day and just wanted to share with you that Iām here for you to help you with your own great hair day!
I used a little bit of my Sacred Rituel Beauty serum in my hair, which is really for my face, but gives my hair so much body texture and hydration. Feels great and looks great.
With a little bit of a trim trim for some more layering around my face Iām ready for the day.
Do you need some help today with your own hair so you feel your best? Our hair is a reflection of our inner self-confidence and Iām here to help use and support you so you feel your best self.
Give me a shout Iād love to help you out!
@Sacred Rituel Beauty
@iatselocal706@superpunchystudios
#Hair #Hairstyles #HairStylist #Haircut #Producer
Natural Nina here!
Itās been a moment since my last live!
Had to share this glorious day in LA!
When the sun comes out against the blue sky and white puffy clouds, I celebrate the day and love sharing with you!
The sun is my healing energy, I reach out with my soul and like my doggie @atticusthecutestdogever who stretches his whole being and faces the sun, I too face it and take in all its heat and sense of nature!
What brings you joy and a felling of peace and calm and happiness?
I also sported a new hairstyle today! Growing my hair out a bit and I can make a high messy fountain pony like Pebbles!
I would love to help you create that new spring vibe that impacts your your self-image and reflects your self-confidence!
Give me a DM shout!
I would love to help you out!
#naturalnina #sun #sunshine #sky #hair @superpunchystudios@ninapaskowitz
Something a littleā¦DIFFERENT!
For my latest portrait for my #personalwork series #CinematicPortraits I enlisted the incredible @sueannpien to come up a character for me. She did not disappoint.
This series is a personal challenge to capture portraits with a fixed lens @leicacamerausa Q2. Forcing a different perspective on portraits from most of my work. I decided for this one, Iād use @westcottlighting #icelights and damn I fell in love with these portable LEDs. No gels, all the control is built in! Even has an app to control the lights from your phone! š¤Æ
Check out more of this series and the great actors playing characters theyāve always wanted to play at (link in bio)
BIG thanks to @ninapaskowitz for hair, @barbaralamelzamakeup for MUA magic and Leslie W for the SICK location. Sue Ann- YOU KILLED IT.
#ianspanierphotography