Maya Guez shoots NFL player James Ihedigbo

NFL player James Ihedigbo photogaphy by Maya Guez

Check out the cover spread I shot a few months back with NFL player James Ihedigbo for KRAVE FIT magazine. Mr. Ihedigbo has played for the NY Jets for a few years 2007-2010 and this season took his talent to the New England Patriots. James, originally from Mass was a two-time All-Western Massachusetts and All-League selection in UMASS collage is now back to his origin state making his mark as a strong safety for the Patriots. click on any image to see larger

NFL player James Ihedigbo photogaphy by Maya Guez KRAVE cover

On coming Sunday Nov 13 there will be an interesting game for James who will get to face off his old team the Jets in a tie breaking game... so who will hold edge in AFC East? Patriots, Jets or Bills? -That's the question that analysts and fans are left asking following a Sunday that saw the top three teams in the AFC East end the day with a 5-3 record, all tied atop the division. I think a player always want to go a bit harder when facing his old team just to remind them what they lost so it should be interesting. click on any image to see larger

NFL player James Ihedigbo photogaphy by Maya Guez KRAVE mag

NFL player James Ihedigbo photogaphy by Maya Guez KRAVE mag

NFL player James Ihedigbo photogaphy by Maya Guez KRAVE mag

 In the fitness photo spread I shot with James Ihedigbo we show his on and off season working regiment, the article and interview also discusses his commitment to continue his father and family Education legacy by Philanthropy endeavors providing medical supplies, school books and raise money for education. Most active where his family immigrated from- Nigeria, Ihedigbo founded the HOPE Africa Foundation in 2008 to help provide educational services for underprivileged communities in Africa. The foundation offers a wealth of assistance to these communities in the form of scholarships, mentoring, funding, and developmental projects.... Ihedigbo has also organised delegations with politicians, doctors and other NFL players to Nigeria setting up health clinics, school visits and American football camps for kids to introduce them to the Sport.

NFL player James Ihedigbo photogaphy by Maya Guez

I was impressed by James Ihedigbo great physic, striking facial features and dark chocolate complexion, what ever his skin regiment is he needs to give out his secrets to some models lol his skin was blemish free. I was able to bring out the sexy masculine feel for the cover shot for KRAVE FIT and the intensity of the workout for the inside spread with the shirtless James Ihedigbo. To know more about James Ihedigbo check out :

http://hopeafricausa.org/

http://jamesihedigbo.com/

Or fallow him on Twitter https://twitter.com/JamesIhedigbo

*UPDATE 1/23/2012: Check out James Ihedigbo continue his great season with the Patriots on 2012 Super Bowl XLVI  playing against the NY Giants!

*UPDATE 2/4/2013: Congratulations to James Ihedigbo playing for the Baltimore Ravens and wining the Super Bowl XLVII playing against the 49ers. After almost making it last year with the Patriots, this year James Ihedigbo got his ring with the Ravens!
 

NFL Bret Lockett InTouch Magazine Controversy

So imagine my surprise when I saw NFL Player Bret Lockett on the cover of "In Touch Weekly" Magazine allegedly involved in sexting "affair" with the beautiful Kim Kardashian. My agent was contacted last week and informed me some of the images of Bret lockett are being considered to be purchased for use in InTouch magazine for a feature... I really thought nothing of it since this happens alot when photographers are contacted by publications to use celebs/pro athletes images. Inside the magazine story was the cover I ones shot of Bret for KRAVE FIT a few months back comparing it to Reggie Bush Man's Health cover...
According to the story in In Touch Weekly Bret and Kim Kardashian were talking on the phone and sexting for a few months in the early stages of her current Kris Humphries relationship. Kim Kardashian has responded on her site saying allegations are false and is threatening legal actions.
So is this true? Honestly I'm not in high school anymore and according to the story they never actually met in person! "sexting" to me is nothing, its far from cheating and who hasn't sent out a sexy cell picture out ones in a while ( I dare one of you to stand up!! lol) So whats the big deal even if it was? Mr. Locket is a nice guy and hard worker and conducted him self very professionally on set, and Kim is gorgeous and great buissnis woman, hopefully they will both continue doing their thing and be successful in there proffsional and personal life.

Here are more of the pictures from KRAVE FIT magazine of Bret Lockett shirtless workout.


Bret Lockett photographed by Maya Guez , All images are copyrighted and cannot be used or published without permission or direct link to this blog and photo credit. CLICK ON IMAGES TO VIEW LARGER

Maya Guez shoots NFL player Devin Thomas

I have recently had the opportunity to shoot another handsome NFL player by the name of Devin Thomas from NY Giants, you might remember Mr Thomas as the wide receiver for the Washington Redskins team but even for some of us who dont follow football he is equally known for his appearance in a hot spread Vibe magazine published combining hottest R&B female singers with NFL stars and Fantasia video Bittersweet as her love interest:

Devin Thomas has now made NY his new home and will be playing for the NY Giants this upcoming season (if all goes well with this lockout situation!).

NFL player Devin Thomas shot by Photographer Maya Guez

I have worked with several NBA , NFL and pro boxers before but I, as well many other pepole that have met Mr Thomas, can say they were not only impressed by his unique features and 6'3 athletic good looks but also by how down to earth and naturally happy he is, he was like a big kid on set playing music and cracking jokes.... Devin kept the enrgy up and kept his agent as well as the rest of the staff on set entertained... Quite a character! I definitely see the entertainment world in his future including TV and Radio
The Internet has caught up a storm with these few images that have been released from the shoot and it seems Mr Thomas has a growing base of admirers that will follow him in and out of the football field... More to come, but for now enjoy Devin Thomas shirtless shots!

NFL player Devin Thomas shot by Photographer Maya Guez

Click on any of the images to see larger!

*UPDATE 1/23/2012: Check out Devin Thomas continue his great season with the NY Giants on 2012 Super Bowl XLVI playing against the Patriots! Here he is on the Wendy Williams show showing off the images we shot... poor Wendy almost chocked on her tea...:

Congrats to Devin Thomas and NY GIANTS for winning the Super Bowl, due to many fan requests here is a Devin Thomas Wallpaper for Giants fans:


NFL player Devin Thomas shot by Photographer Maya Guez.

click on image to see high res desktop wallpaper Devin Thomas Giants

Maya Guez in Krave magazine

Check out KRAVE magazine http://www.kravemagazine.net/ . I just got a hold of a copy of the new Krave mag with Devin Thomas gracing the cover sharply dressed by a wonderful designer I had a pleasure of working with before - Andrew Nowell http://www.andrewnowell.com/ . So, in this current issue you might notice that one of the headlines on the cover says that i can make anyone look good... Well I don't know if that's true since I'm a photographer not a magician or plastic surgeon but i think i can definitely make anyone look their best and that's all you can really ask for.

Inside you can read a write up about my work and an interview with me about photography and the industry in general.
Turns out that according to the reporter who interviewed me I'm a mesmerizing exotic beauty! lol well Thanks Krave for the love! I get it from my momma.

You will also find inside an interview with new England Patriots NFL player Bret Lockett, The images of him where shot by me and Wardrobe Stylist Douglas Hickman had immaculately dressed Bret in Dolce & Gabbana and Hugo Boss attire.
Also, check Bret on KRAVE FIT cover that I shot coming out soon... inside this new fitness addition of Krave you are going to find a hot (yet challenging) workout with Bret we recently shot just before he headed out to training boot camp for his team. Krave Fit will be dropping in the end of September.
Bret Lockett photographed by Maya Guez , All images are copyrighted and cannot be used or published without permission. CLICK ON IMAGES TO VIEW LARGER

Well I'm gonna go mesmerize a sub sandwich and read the rest of the mag....lol Enjoy!