Jason Clevering & ME – Photography Blog

Our friendship with Juan Rodrigo is very dear to us, but to be able to be a part of his creative process is something truly special. A true master of his craft, we genuinely respect him as an artist. His beautiful photos are no accident; Juan has extensive knowledge when it comes to his camera and how to achieve the exact image that he wants. Furthermore, his retouching skills are beyond admirable. These accomplishments are evident in his recent feature article in Hasselblad’s VICTOR magazine. Congratulations Juan on this publication, we are so excited for you!

We were lucky to join him for another photo shoot, this time on location in the Parc del Laberint, an amazing park with an unlimited number of settings for gorgeous photographs. In addition to the beautiful maze of foliage, the park is adorned with countless staircases and fountains, a great location for a romantic stroll or a tranquil moment.

The two models for the shoot were Irene Suárez and Eila Carrera, who would don designs from the collection of corsets Encorsetate by Richard War. The designers themselves, Richard and Josep, were able to join us for the shoot as well, which was a great opportunity for us to have more background on the development and inspiration of these elaborate pieces. On hair and makeup, Susana Puigsegur was able to give these beauties a seductive and glamorous look with soft, natural curls. With Cristobal Lopez on board to assist Juan, the team was complete.

Check out our video to get behind the scenes on this shoot – and don’t forget it’s available in 1080p HD!

Nothing is better than reconnecting with old friends – and when an old friend is a gorgeous model, it is a great excuse to get together and take some pictures!

Renee Romano is a model who currently resides in NYC with whom Jason has worked with on various occasions in Los Angeles, California. Upon hearing of her trip to Barcelona, we decided to spend a day shooting at several amazing editorial locations as well as some studio shots. We asked our friend who does hair/makeup, Carolina Elizabeth to join us as well.

Because Renee has a great build for lingerie and swimwear, her body of work mostly includes sexy photographs which accentuate her voluptuousness. We wanted to try something different with her to capture her softer side and highlight her versatility.

We are so happy with the photo shoot, and most of all, to have had a chance to work with an amazing model and friend.

With ME’s culinary degree, we love opportunities to work for clients in the food industry. When approached by Spanish olive oil company Oli Artesa to help them break into the American market, we were thrilled to accept the challenge of designing the label, packaging, hanger and brochure as well as developing customized recipes to photograph for their marketing materials.

ME’s objective was to make Spanish cuisine accessible for the average American. Because not everyone has the time to prepare abuela’s paella recipe or to form dozens of handmade croquetas, we decided to highlight the simplest tapas, or appetizers that are symbolic of Spain.

One of Catalunya’s signature starters is pan con tomate, or bread with tomato. A simple combination of bread, garlic, tomato, and olive oil, the quality and freshness of each ingredient is key in the success of the final product. This is why Oli Artesa Extra Virgin Olive Oil is perfect for this dish with its smooth, rich flavor and aroma. Add a few finishings like roasted red peppers or anchovies on top, and you have a delicious and healthy snack!

Gambas al ajillo, or garlic shrimp, is a simple Spanish dish that can really impress! With only a handful of ingredients, the flavor of each component is truly highlighted, so a great olive oil is essential for the success of this appetizer.

Another dish that represents Spain is the tortilla. No, you do not put beans, meat, cheese, and lettuce inside and wrap it up! This is actually the Spanish version of an omelet and is similar to a frittata. The most typical version has sliced potatoes, but ME loves to add cubes of chorizo to liven it up! Above is the hanger that we designed which includes these images.

We love to capture beautiful photographs of just about anything. Much like a painting is a work of art, so is a dress, a dish, a gadget, or a photograph. Who knows, maybe mom’s chicken soup is the next masterpiece!