Gregory


A couple days ago, I was invited into the home of Gregory Gourdet, executive chef at Departure. We are doing a feature together for the Kitchn which will run in a few months. I got to say, I dream about photographing folks like Gregory. He's ok with being photographed, has a humble, sweet sense of humor, is incredibly talented in what he does, makes tea, has huge balloon sculptures lingering around from a restaurant party and laughs wholeheartedly.

He's also a beautiful subject. More important than that, he carries himself in a photograph; which is infinitely more important in a model. He's got confidence and assured style. Loved that. Also loved the two outrageous desserts he prepared for our shoot: Paleo Lavender Yuzu bars and Roasted Pineapple Coconut Upside Down Cake. I was upside down with joy at first bite.

Thank you Gregory!

5 comments:

  1. Thank you, Leela! I can't wait to see more of this story soon. xoxo

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  2. that first shot is so fun. love it!

    and gorgeous portrait shots. it always looks so great when the subject is relaxed and at ease in front of the camera.

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  3. The photos are so cute!Love the colorful balloons!

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  4. The colors! You're right, he's an excellent subject.

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