Art Direction
SL Sounds
Capstone Editorial
A fusion of sound and style, this visual narrative captures the essence of YSL’s bold, boundary-pushing spirit. Through cinematic storytelling, the SL Sounds campaign immerses viewers in a world where vinyl and fashion collide, embodying the raw energy of music culture.
Process book here.
Styling and Art Direction by Mia Aponte.
Photography by Hannah Esquenazi.
Photography Assist by Jacklyn Shear.
Graphic Design and Videography by Jacob Yates.
Styling Assist by Kennedy Russ.
Makeup by Ella Kosman.
Talent by Ava Allegre, Aubrey Stevens, and Sara Maxwell.
Sacred & Profane
An Editorial for NOISE magazine.
We lay bare the gritty, unapologetic heart of punk-- a vibe that refuses to die. With its iconic look and infamous attitude, punk's spirit courses through today's youth, an electrifying undercurrent in modern fashion. Raw, irreverent, and always on the edge, this is the anthem of a generation that keeps raising hell and rewriting the rules.
Process book here.
Words, Styling and Art Direction by Mia Aponte.
Photography by Hannah Esquenazi.
Film Photography and Graphics by Jacob Yates.
Styling Assist by Kennedy Russ and Olivia Lively.
Makeup by Ella Kosman.
Talent by Aubrey Stevens, Lily Meyers, and Grace Pulka.
Work Hard, Play Hard.
Exploring the Duality of Women.
This passion project captures the essence of modern womanhood, where ambition meets elegance. It explores the duality of women, seamlessly blending power and poise with a spirit of playfulness and grace. Each shot tells a story of strength, sophistication, and the art of balancing intensity with effortless charm.
Art Direction and Styling by Mia Aponte and Alex Baracaldo.
Words and Videography by Mia Aponte.
Photography by Jacklyn Shear.
Talent by Jenna Huckstep.
The Allure of Nostalgia
A Loewe Fashion Film.
In an evocative fashion film, our group highlighted the brand Loewe, weaving the brand's avant-garde aesthetic with the nostalgia of classic '80s cinema. The film pays homage to the era's iconic style, juxtaposing Loewe's contemporary designs against a backdrop reminiscent of cult classics, creating a sophisticated dialogue between past and present.
Process book here.
Art Direction by Mia Aponte, Jacob Yates, Iliana Cantu, Rachel Bronstein and Victoria Jurenka.
Photography by Mia Aponte, Jacob Yates, and Mia Allen.
Videography by Mia Allen.
Styling by Marissa Zamora.
Makeup by Robbie Jackson.
Talent by Lily Meyers, Mezzmyrh O’Neal, Brady Lincavage, and Jenna Hood.
Motomami
A Fashion Editorial for SCAD Manor.
Being a MOTOMAMI encapsulates a feeling, a driving force of doing what you want and being who you want regardless of anything. It’s a vibe of power, the liberty of being free and making bold choices.
We all have our own inner MOTOMAMI.
Published work here.
Art Direction, Words, and Styling by Mia Aponte.
Photography by Mateo Lara.
Videography by Maria Eugenia Pelletier.
Production Assistance by Olivia Lively.
Makeup by Sara Grosso.
Talent by Valentina Boren, Danna Macias, and Paula Gomez.
Location provided by Coastal Empire Motorcycles.