dDaCosta Photography

Kimsperation

2011-09-19T11:33:00.000-07:00

Ph:DeAndre DaCosta

Kimberly Saint International MM

Homage to Moschino

2011-09-19T11:25:00.000-07:00

PH: DeAndre DaCosta
Makeup: Sir John Barnett
Stylist: Craig Dwelling

Hear No Evil Speak No Evil See No Evil

2011-08-18T17:27:00.000-07:00

For more images visit http://www.deandredacosta.com/

Ph: DeAndre DaCosta

Makeup: Sir John

Hair: Dante Blandshaw

Wardrobe: Jason Rembert

Fashion Asst: Craig Dwelling

A Taste of Jamaica Numero Uno

2011-07-21T20:07:00.000-07:00

BRAD

SHANEKE

SHYNE

New Editorial for vestal magazine

2011-06-14T09:04:00.000-07:00

Photography: DeAndre DaCosta
Creative Direction: Ashley Acevedo
Stylist: Kareem James
Makeup: Sir John Barnett
Hair: Dante Blandshaw
Assistant photographer: Craig Dwelling
Model: Anna K. @ Muse

http://vestalmag.com

don't ask, don't tell

2011-05-08T07:13:00.000-07:00

Credit: Unvogue Magazine
ph: DeAndre DaCosta

Modern Marvels

2011-04-28T13:03:00.000-07:00

                                                  Ph: DeAndre DaCosta
                                                  Hair: Meka Willis
                                                  Creative Direction: Ashley Acevdo
                                                  Style: Donald Hicks

I shot this story a few months ago with the assistance of my amazing team. Due to a series of unfortunate events, most of my images were lost, and I'm unsure if I'll ever see them again. These were a couple of low res shots that were salvaged, and i'm sharing with you for your viewing pleasure.

Peace + love

dDaCosta

Coming soon...Hear no evil, speak no evil, see no evil!

2011-04-17T22:31:00.000-07:00

For ol' times sake

2011-03-27T07:17:00.000-07:00

Ph: DeAndre DaCosta

Stylist: Julianna Ricci

Model: Yvonne S.

birds of a feather rock together

2011-03-08T04:21:00.000-08:00

"Just take the picture" - Jay-z

2011-02-28T07:25:00.000-08:00

I was asked by a colleague to shoot a private party (which i rarely ever do) for some very important people hosted at The Spotted pig (Bono x Jay-z). Turns out it was the 40th birthday party of hip-hop editor Elliot Wilson. Elliot has single handedly turned some of hip hop and r&b's most obscure magazines into must grabs on every newstand and vendor in the worlds biggest cities. In two words this guy is simply "the Man". I met a lot of great people as you can see below, including but not limited to the greatest rapper alive; "HOV"... Jay-z whispered something to me that night that may stick with me forever...simple and to the point he uttered "just take the picture". Something in his tone and unbeknownst to him, it was thee exact "exact words" that i needed to hear.

For more pics check out....http://rapradar.com/2011/01/19/yn40-born-day-bash-photos/

Something old, something new! Mateus Lages by DeAndre DaCosta

2011-02-22T23:22:00.000-08:00

Ph: DeAndre DaCosta

Wardrobe: Memsor Kamarake

Grooming: Sir John Barnett

Model: Mateus Lages @Request

haven't had much time lately however....

2011-02-17T19:36:00.000-08:00

I'm taking this time out to tell you guys that i really ~~appreciate~~ LOVE all the support and kind words. I promise to update you guys with pictures as soon as possible! and i promise you wont be disappointed!!!

Regards,
dDaCosta

Yelawolf by DeAndre daCosta for Ezo Magazine

2010-11-29T09:28:00.000-08:00

Faux or fur?

2010-11-18T09:42:00.000-08:00

Stylist: Donald Hicks

Hair: Lauren McCowan

Makeup: Sophie Ono

Creative Direction: Ashley Acevedo

Florida International Magazine

DeAndre DaCosta X Brandi Quinones for Masquerade Magazine

2010-11-16T08:57:00.000-08:00

Special Thanks to Ashley Acevedo and Elisa Hyman for making this possible.

Wardrobe: Jason Rembert

Makeup: Sir John Barnett

Hair: Dante Blandshaw

Creative Direction: Ashley Acevedo

Masquerade Magazine

www.masquerademag.com

Ford Model Mariel...Uh-mazing

2010-10-29T15:56:00.000-07:00

2010-10-18T13:28:00.000-07:00

shena moulton Models 1 show package by DeAndre DaCosta

2010-10-04T14:33:00.000-07:00

MUA Sir John (A god amongst men)

2010-09-17T15:22:00.000-07:00

(Sir John did Liya Kibede for Tom Ford S/S 2011)
Sir John is more than an extraordinary make-up artist he is an amazing friend with a heart envied by gold. Before him, I never knew someone could apply make up to a face leaving behind traces of one's heart. The first time I watched Sir John apply make-up on a model's face I felt like I was witnessing Leonardo Da Vinci painting the Mona Lisa. A man born with gifted hands and eyes to match, His impeccable attention to details and delivery of perfect precision makes him second to none.

Sir John is destined to triumph, he holds an impressive resume most can only dream of. Sir John has worked with industry heavyweights such as legendary MUA Pat McGrath, Naomi Campbell, Liya Kibede, and other "it" faces, and with top designers Tom Ford, DKNY, Givenchy, L'wren Scott, and others. A man of great ambition, talent, and an insatiable appetite for perfection and success. Sir john is on an inevitable path for greatness.

(Sir John did Naomi Campbell for Fashion Night Out)

I am proud to have sir john as an asset to my team and most importantly a part of my life, He inspires me to do my best and I can only hope I do the same for him. Not everyone can be blessed with such a remarkable start and I'm absolutely certain his journey will be one of great inspiration for future make-up artists. I truly believe in him and the greatness I know he is capable of. A name to remember and a face to look out for, Sir John is a force to be reckoned with; he truly is a god amongst men.

New Editorials up now!

2010-09-02T06:32:00.000-07:00

http://www.omitmag.com/

Mia oh Mia

http://www.masquerademag.com/

Brooklyn Affair pgs 118-122

More to come! Linn Arvidsson

2010-08-02T08:57:00.000-07:00

Stylist: Donald Hicks

Make up: Sir John B

Hair: Akilah

Model: Lin Arvidsson (DNA)

Change of Heart

2010-07-28T09:21:00.000-07:00

Ph/Graphics: DeAndre DaCosta

Hair: Vaughn

Makeup: Sir John

Creative Direction: Saskia Thorne

Style:Jason Rembert

Manicure: Aya fukuda

Introducing Nilda Adames by DeAndre DaCosta

2010-06-24T08:49:00.000-07:00

PH: DeAndre DaCosta

Wardrobe: Donald hicks

Makeup Sir John B.

Hair: Lauren McCowan

Model: Next Model Nilda

Nuovo Rich..elite model Amanda

2010-06-08T11:42:00.000-07:00

Ph: DeAndre DaCosta

Makeup: Sir John B.

Stylist: Donald Hicks

Model: Elite Amanda

Coming soon Img's Zen

2010-06-01T06:00:00.000-07:00

Ph: DeAndre DaCosta

Stylist: DeAndre DaCosta

Makeup: Cassandra Renee

Photo Asst: Stephany Randel

Women model Irina

2010-05-25T11:07:00.000-07:00

Going Green..Ford model Carolina Elite model Olga

2010-05-24T10:53:00.000-07:00

Elite model Yana for Omit Magazine

2010-05-24T10:38:00.000-07:00

Noble Rules.Elite model Sheilagh

2010-05-24T10:31:00.000-07:00

Ph: DeAndre DaCosta

Hair: Wren Erin (Bumble&Bumble)

Makeup: Sir John B

Style: Donald Hicks

Elite Model Mia...Perfection

2010-05-24T10:27:00.000-07:00

Ford Model Mariel...

2010-05-24T10:18:00.000-07:00

PH: DeAndre DaCosta

Wardrobe: Donald Hicks

Makeup: Sir John

Hair: Vaughn Lowery

Supreme Model Anz

2010-05-24T09:54:00.000-07:00

Ph: DeAndre DaCosta

Stylist:Jason Rembert

Hair: Vaughn

Makeup: Sir John B.

Lady in the vamp.. Muse Model Cj

2010-05-24T09:30:00.000-07:00

coming soon

2010-03-12T08:20:00.000-08:00

PH: DeAndre DaCosta

Graphics/art direction: DeAndre DaCosta

Makeup: Sir John B

Wardrobe: Special thanks to Dauxilly

The Boys are back in town!

2010-03-08T14:46:00.000-08:00

Ph: DeAndre DaCosta

Grooming: Sir John B.

Wardrobe: Aston Mozie

Graphics: DeAndre DaCosta

coming soon

2010-03-01T12:56:00.001-08:00

DeAndre DaCosta meets Andre Talley

2010-02-22T10:28:00.000-08:00

To be quite frank, I have always admired Andre Leon Tally. It may be due to the barriers he helped break in fashion, or the fact that his name is Andre, or his impeccable writing etiquette, either way our chance meeting will be one i remember for a long time.I met Andre while working my best friend's LaQuan Smiths show.Andre must have seen me running around like a goose without a head when he called me over. Apprehensively and still in schock i made my way over to the great icon. He had asked if LaQuan was my friend, in which i replied with a low tone "Yes". "Sit down" he said as he pointed to a seat secured directly next to him.I sat, he proceeded to ask me my name. I answered saying " Andre" in a tone synonymous with Mr. Tally. He said "wow another Andre," as if he were surprised. I was nervous and ,maybe he sensed this. He began to calm me with his down to earth demeanor and his no frills.Someone asked to take a picture of us, and he responded "of course"! This may be my worst pic ever, but it is definitely one i am proud and happy to show off! Andre Tally and DeAndre DaCosta....sounds good!- doesn't it?

LETS GO !!!! TEAM LQS!!!!

2010-02-17T10:16:00.000-08:00

I've always thought of myself as an optimist. I know first hand that life is full of surprises and though things may seem improbable - nothing is impossible. Take for instance my friend, colleague, and my brother LaQuan Smith. He has gone from obscurity to the cusp of stardom. His story has made headlines and captured the hearts of many.His saga is unique yet familiar. Many people have dreamed but few have dared to pursue.Laquan is the quintessential link that the fashion industry has been lacking for quite sometime. Now, I may seem partial due to my relationship with this young man, however his talent is blatantly obvious.I recall the first time he put on his "Louboutins," and walked the streets of soho with a confidence that many "normal" people failed to exude- he was neither afraid nor embarrassed - I wish i could have said the same.His ability to normalize what seemed taboo, not only affected the on lookers but inevitably me. To see someone who seemed passive and/or somewhat defenseless, take on stares and negativity with such ease - truly changed my life. I realized i wasn't as strong as i may have led-in a sense LaQuan re-defined strength for me.Through his example I've learned to live a life based less on what others thought of me, and based more on what i knew of myself. I for once felt comfortable in my own skin. As i watch my best friend embark on the greatest journey of his life, i remind myself how privileged Jason and I are, to actually have Lay in our lives.Although i disdain sharing my friends, I know that Lay belongs to the world and the world belongs to him. My only hope is that you appreciate him as much as we do. To you he may just be a great designer, but to me and those of us fortunate enough to know him, he will ALWAYS be New York's finest.

Teresa @ Supreme

2010-02-01T12:55:00.000-08:00

Fairytale or Reality?

2010-01-28T09:39:00.000-08:00

Most of us are familiar with the fable " The tortoise and the Hare".Whether we read the story as a child, or embraced it's lesson as adults, we have all come to terms with the overall message prevalent. I find it quite comical how the same fictional stories I've read as a child are parallel to the non fictional stories of my adolescent life. What i once believed were fictitious characters, are in all reality; real. It's ironic how much of the fairy tale's discerned to children are based off of real life, and vice versa. Little lesson such as "slow and steady win the race" are key morals and scruples that i personally abide by. Too many people focus attention on frivolous dispositions, with aims at "winning" what's perceived a race.In all actuality the only race is that against time, and the only victory is that of oneself. Most people don't realize, like the valiant, braggart hare, that true adversaries never reveal themselves. In fact most opponents try to convince their competitors that they are making all the right moves; when in fact their plight is that not of the tortoise, but that of the hare. So i ask, which are you the tortoise or the hare?

Stairway to heaven. Supreme Model Chloe

2010-01-21T12:06:00.000-08:00

His innocence

2010-01-20T07:57:00.000-08:00

With my birthday approaching, I find myself more withdrawn and retired into deep reflection.I am more aware of my wants and my needs, my assets and my voids.I still remember my first memories as vivid as the moon in a starlight sky. I still dream the same dreams that i had as a child.I still hold him dear to me; that child who was afraid of the dark, who dreamed during the day,and who sought refuge in fantasy.Nothing has changed except that child no longer exists, he is only a faint remnant of my past. His innocence shattered by my reality,his death brought about by my need to live.That child no longer exists, no longer breaths, he no longer fears.For in his short life time, that child has grown and we have seen the world over and over again with new eyes, and hath felt it with an old heart. That child is now a man, all traces of his innocence erased, any hope of him seeing it again, slowly fading.

Elphants DON'T swat flies

2010-01-19T07:20:00.000-08:00

It is easy for us to consume our selves in everyday affairs.Too much time is spent focusing on insignificant matters, and frivolous oppositions. It is easy to get annoyed by the follies and antics of the everyday people, yet alone those synonymous with the "fashion industry". I imagine myself an elephant, and the falsifiers flies. Everyone knows elephants don't swat flies, In fact they likely don't realize their presence.That's how i tend to look at my obstacles and adversaries; as flies, you swat one and ten more appear. A wise person learns from his mistakes, and instead of swatting flies he simply ignores them. In fact it's much more simple that way...because everyone knows "COLOSSAL" elephants DON'T swat "insignificant" flies.

"Hurt a fly! He would not for the world: He's pitiful to flies even."Sing," says he, and tease me still,if that's your way, poor insect""

Forty Seven Years Later

2010-01-18T08:44:00.000-08:00

In my short lifespan I've become cognizant to the importance of what a minute, an hour, or a day can bring.Forty Seven Years ago Dr. Martin Luther King delivered a pivotal speech, that would not only affect the United States but the world as a whole. This memorandum preceded previous messages of hate,depression, and the despondency of a people, but more importantly a Nation. Forty Seven Years ago a loaf of bread cost 22cents, the average income $5.807.00, gas ran at the low price of 29cents per gallon, and racial divides were admissible. In just Forty Seven Years we've managed to replace just about every remnant of our dated past.In only forty seven years, a divided people have become one, a declining nation strengthened, and an abhorrent disease cured. It took under 17 minutes to deliver the "I had a dream speech", under an hour for it to affect the nation, and forty seven years for that dream to come true.

Give Yourself Some Credit

2010-01-15T09:58:00.000-08:00

I spoke with an associate the other night, and the topic of love came about. Albeit a "cliche" topic, i was intrigued to get another perspective of what I've spent much personal time contemplating. As our conversation grew rather intense, we found ourselves talking about self-love. I have to admit that the next few minutes of our dialogue would change my perspective on the pressure of "loving". My colleague explained that she was never told "i love you", and subsequently she found herself undeserving of the most essential emotion know to man; love. I was taken aback hearing such words, from someone whose beauty was obvious.I found it unfathomable that a girl who seemed to have it all, was lacking the most fundamental asset of all. I've spent time analyzing my life.I'd take into account all those who've tried to maim me, and all the pain I've ever experienced. I realized that I was also hurt, afraid, and harboring feelings of insecurity.The discrepancies between myself and my colleague, were contained not in our circumstance; but our revivification. I'm an optimist, I give people the benefit of doubt, and i always control my life...life never controls me. There are too many pressures put on today's youth to excel. In this time of uncertainty more and more adolescents are affixed on success, that in return they neglect themselves.It will be ok. You are loved. You are on the right track...Give yourself some credit.

"We should never allow the way someone treats us, to define the way in which we treat ourselves"- dDaCosta

Say a Prayer for Mama Haiti

2010-01-14T08:20:00.000-08:00

Most people don't know that Queens is the most ethnically diverse place in the world. I've always been exposed to many different ethnicity's, religious beliefs, and cultures. Growing up many of my friends were from the Caribbean. Most people were to ashamed to claim they were from Haiti. Haiti is one of, if not thee most impoverished country in the western hemisphere. No wonder many people, esp Haitian Americans tried eagerly to erase their cultural ties to their beloved Haiti. There was a point in time where Haiti was synonymous with indigence, destitution, and inferiority.Most of the world looks at Haiti and similar "black occupied" countries, with the same propagated Western view that it's occupants have no worthy history nor culture. This is where most people are wrong...Dead wrong! Haiti was the first African occupied country that not only fought for, but won their independence against the strongest militia of the time. That's right, Haitian rebels with few resources, successfully won independence against Napoleon! In this time of need i cannot help but reflect on the Haitian struggle. I don't know if it has anything to do with my Haitian ancestry, or the struggle and slow decline of a deprived Nation. Either way their cries are heard and hopefully their prayers will be answered. Everyone cannot donate money, however we can all say a prayer for Haiti.

" In my experiences Lessons not learned in blood are soon forgotten" - unkown

NYC

2010-01-12T13:44:00.000-08:00

If I were asked to describe living in New York in only two words, they'd most likely read "absolutely amazing". I was born and raised in Queens, so I'm by no means new to New York. Growing up, I never realized the big hoop-ha surrounding my city. In fact, i never realized the luxuries and amenities in which i were afforded just by living here. On the cusp of adulthood I now look at the city with new eyes, and a better understanding of life and opportunity.I constantly find myself confounded by the great shops, art exhibits, eateries, and recreations NYC has to offer. This city reeks of inspiration and has no shortage of artist willing to thrive in all of it's glory.It's easy to gain inspiration in such a grand city filled with endless lights, personalities, and things to do.My livelihood depends on this network of lights and budding dreams.I find inspiration in many different faucets around the city. Anything literally can, and will inspire me. There are weeks where my camera never leaves my eye, and other days where it never leaves my home. Sometimes i miss opportunities, other times i catch it, never quite knowing what to expect. That's the beauty of life in NYC; you never know what you may get. This inspires me. This keeps my toes pointed forward.

One vessel. One thought. One life

2010-01-12T07:25:00.001-08:00

Everyday begins with a sense of a new beginning. We walk the aisles of a new day, unaware of what fate has in store.People, places, and scenes pass before our eyes, and vanish into the depths of our minds.Memories soon forgotten,but not lost. For these forgotten moments in life make us who we are.One vessel,One movement,One People.

When all else fails...be Human

2010-01-11T08:39:00.000-08:00

Most people miss the "little lessons" in life. Such as the importance of honesty, integrity, and temperance.Few focus their intentions on what truly matters in life; they never live to their potential and they merely exists. It is not without mention the harsh reality that most people face daily. A 9-5 job with no hopes of growth, a failing economy; with little hopes of improvement, and a life dictated by the social norms of society. Most people wish for money and wealth yet very few wish for health.Our social conditioning make us less human daily. Less capable of love, less capable of empathy,and less capable of living.It's the little lessons or lack there of that really matter.

There are too many people, and too few human beings. ~Robert Zend

Throwback

2010-01-06T12:02:00.001-08:00

This is one of my personal favs! I had to re-post this!

Inclination : Supreme model Reina Montero

2010-01-04T08:45:00.000-08:00

PH: DeAndre DaCosta

Makeup: Stephany Randel

Hair: Vaughn

Model: Reina Montero

alternative beauty

2009-12-29T07:01:00.000-08:00

Images: dDaCosta

One Track mind

2009-11-30T06:49:00.000-08:00

Styled By: Ugo Mozie

Makeup Katie Chua

Asst: Coco and Breezy

FOR OL' TIMES SAKE IMG model Lindsay

2009-11-18T11:43:00.000-08:00

Black magic Sedene Blake

2009-11-18T10:57:00.000-08:00

Ph: DeAndre DaCosta
Makeup: Katie Chua
Wardrobe: LQS by LaQuan Smith
Model: Sedene Blake

Thriller nights.

2009-11-04T09:38:00.001-08:00

dDaCosta on the Sartorialist

2009-10-19T10:40:00.000-07:00

2009-10-19T08:03:00.000-07:00

OFF the Wall Shena Moulton

2009-08-21T10:41:00.000-07:00

Ph: DeAndre DaCosta
Makeup: Katie Chua
Wardrobe: LaQuan Smith
Model: Shena Moulton (muse)

a new face in a new place

2009-07-31T08:51:00.000-07:00

Hailing all the way from Missouri, Racheal is a force to be reckoned. Like few unsigned models Rachel embodies the passion and drive it takes to compete with the many othe poreless nyphms. All though she is unsigned her story does not stop here. look out for Rachel!

a look back in the past...A Williamsburg Story

2009-07-23T07:17:00.000-07:00

Starring Red models

Makin Curry
Marcus Llyod

Shawn Sutton

Elle

museum nights

2009-07-17T12:55:00.000-07:00

2009-07-10T12:21:00.000-07:00

Beauty is skin deep

2009-07-09T13:28:00.000-07:00

My beauty is skin deep, your ugly goes straight to the bone. My beauty will fade but your ugly holds its own.

the streets are meant to be walked.

2009-06-23T11:32:00.000-07:00

Style: LaQuan Smith

Hair/Mua: Taj Caesar

Model: Dasha

Elite model jaslene

2009-04-30T09:56:00.000-07:00

New face Dean Griffiths

2009-04-26T14:20:00.000-07:00

16 year old Dean Griffiths is new on the scene. amongst meeting the young energetic actor/model i was intrigued by his sense of composure on his first big shoot.This kid knocked out a few effortless images for me alongside Manhattan beach.Despite being new on the scene Dean performed much like a pro.His flawless skin and doe like eyes sets him apart from all of the poreless nymphs his age,and makes him a photographers dream.He is definitely One2Watch!

If you are interested in booking and/or representing Dean contact Edith Griffiths via email at linettegriffiths@gmail.com. Dean is currently a free agent for now but not for long!

Wilhelminas Svetlana

2009-04-15T11:07:00.000-07:00

Fusions Elizabeth in Life After Death

2008-09-30T06:45:00.000-07:00

Fusion model Kendall

2008-08-20T12:36:00.000-07:00

Wilhelmina model Dani

2008-08-20T12:31:00.001-07:00

Fatima

2008-08-08T08:31:00.000-07:00

Marilyn Model Natalie

2008-07-11T12:50:00.000-07:00

Ford model Lloyd

2008-07-02T12:06:00.000-07:00

Ford model Lloyd starring in "Daydream vol 1"

Muse model Mimi

2008-07-02T12:03:00.000-07:00

Muse model Mimi starring in
"The French doll"

Whats there to say about Salieu that everyone doesn't already know?

2008-07-02T11:48:00.000-07:00

Marilyn model Allison starring in "Abdication"

2008-07-02T11:26:00.000-07:00

Drew Drew Drew

2008-07-02T11:16:00.000-07:00

It only takes one word to describe this guy! Amazing!
Drew's defined features made shooting him a piece of pie.
Besides being strikingly handsome Drew also has a
personality that wins hearts.No wonder he's with Red!

muse model Rhett

2008-07-02T10:52:00.000-07:00

Rhett was a cute little southern bell.
Her uncanny Coco Roacha like features
made her a pleasure to work with.
The unique locations coupled with hair
by Goldie and wardrobe by Jason Rembert
made this shoot unforgettable and timeless.