Ale came in wanting to see herself differently. Not a magazine version, just a softer, more honest reflection of the girl she actually is. A confidence project, in photo form.

We shot in a bright white studio with floor to ceiling windows, the Chicago skyline sitting right behind her like a painting... Besides being one of my best friends, I was so honored to be able to capture her soft, wrapping, strength in all the right ways.

She was moving through the space so confidently that every step was inspiring to me.

The shoot stayed sensual without being forced. A glance, a shoulder and a lot of fun which is always the whole point.