Fashion Models:
Joan Smalls

And strikes a pose within seconds of being whisked off by her driver on the motorcycle behind her in the photo.

Joan Smalls of Elite New York as discovered on Broadway hailing a cab. She was in Ricky Martin's video, "It's Alright", modeled for the 2007 Nordstrom's catalog, and appeared alongside Anouck Lepère in past Liz Claiborne ads.

On a side note, I can't believe I got a clean shot in the middle of the day on Broadway.

Joan Smalls (Puerto Rico) from IMG models. So many ways to describe the mystery designer behind Joan's dress come to mind: knit, open work crochet, stripes...it's burst of energy certainly won't go unnoticed.

Photo fiesta fun with Roza Gough (L) and Joan Smalls (R) after a casting today.

Again, make sure you stay tuned for the coming interview with Sarah Doukas (owner Storm Models)....

What's up Joan?!

This photo humors me of the first shot I took of Joan back when she was still with Elite Models in early 2008. She was walking down Broadway between Prince and Spring streets. When I asked for her photo she told me I should talk to her booker. Naturally, I snagged a candid shot of her hailing a cab regardless, which actually turned out pretty good. How times have changed since then!

Not only do I like how Joan mixes a rugged boot with a soft and feminine top, but how both Joan and Frida add splashes of color to an otherwise neutral toned outfit.

Nice studded biker pants!