When I was 19, my father gave me my first photography book with a note on the inside that read, “ Every young photographer must have a copy of THIS work.” It was a hardback copy of Moneta Sleet Jr.’s life work “Special Moments: In African-American History 1955-1996.” I was amazed at the incredible images Sleet was able to capture while at EBONY magazine, often during chaotic moments in our nation’s history. Sleet led me to Gordon Parks, who lead me to Richard Avedon, Ansel Adams, Garry Winogrand, Eli Reed and other incredible photographers.

I have learned that any chance to practice the craft of photography is a tremendous opportunity, and I have actively sought out these opportunities to become better as a student of the art. I spent my 9-5 telling stories for one of the largest media companies in the Nation. MM provides me an opportunity to do more creative work.

I am a professional, with over 15 years of fine art photography and photojournalism experience. I am available for serious inquiries only. There are many talented photographers on this site who can take sexy profile pictures of you...I want to showcase your BEAUTY and tell your STORY. Feel free to drop me a line with project ideas through MM or my webpage at Jarradhenderson.com.

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