creative

studio.

Ostra takes its name from the oyster, a small but mighty creature. Oysters filter water and restore ecosystems, turning grit into something beautiful. I do something similar with ideas, taking what’s raw and shaping it into visuals that tell a cohesive story.

work.

A bedroom with black walls, two framed art pictures, a bed with missing pillows and disheveled white sheets, a small nightstand with flowers, dried plants in vases, a candle, and a book titled 'Interiors Now!'

styling

As a long time photographer and interior designer, I style for the photo frame, what’s intended to be seen.

convening

A variety of creatives coming together to share in philosophy and practice, leaving with new perspectives & community.

creative direction

Honest, artistic visual storytelling for brands that insist on doing things differently.

Two bottles of Bea extra virgin Italian olive oil surrounded by oranges, lemons, and green leaves on a patterned cloth.

clients.

Two bottles of olive oil labeled 'Bea' and a small bowl of vanilla ice cream on a rusty metal surface with a pattern of raised circles.
A bottle of olive oil labeled 'Bean' lying on a newspaper, with a glass of yogurt, a bowl of oranges, and a leafy plant nearby.
A black bottle of extra virgin Italian olive oil labeled 'Bea' with a small glass bottle of olive oil stacked on a green glass goblet, all set against a beige textured background.

bea

olive oil

Bea Olive Oil marked my first foray into product styling. I set out to fuse its deep Tuscan roots with the edge of its New York sales address, bringing it to the iconic B subway line, drizzled over vanilla ice cream with salt, just as the Tuscans would do.

This high-quality olive oil owes its vibrant green hue to early harvesting, when the olives are still young. I highlighted this unique characteristic by surrounding it with an equally vivid palette, and letting color tell the story of its freshness.

uptown

entertainment

My client made plans to entertain but wasn’t equipped with the tablewares to create a warm, welcoming environment for his guests. I set the table with an abundance of colorful fruits and cobalt blue glassware, letting the serveware remain subdued. Tarot cards littered the table and a polaroid camera made its appearance known—always the star of the show.

let’s

collaborate.