Jonathan Mannion.

It was a surreal moment cramming into that little elevator with five other grown men. The awkward ride up gave me time to reflect and come to terms that in a few seconds, if this thing doesn’t break and kill us all, I’m going to meet the dude of hip hop photography. Doors open and we step into Jonathan Mannion’s studio in Manhattan.

His passion for his craft and hunger and drive to achieve the next step in any goal makes him a quintessential artist. New York City is known for talent but also to chew up fakes and lames. It’s always good to see a hard working individual rise up and take what’s his.

After the interview and the stories, I quietly walked up to him with my little camera strapped around my shoulder and from one photographer to another, we shook hands. No words exchanged, none needed. With that said here’s the last video of the Mannion series, as well as the last video from that New York trip.

Part II and III after the break.

Let It Grow: Mel D. Cole.

If you're familiar with the NY nightlife scene I'm sure you've run into this guy one time or another. We met up with photographer Mel D. Cole of Village Slum to give you this segment of the Let It Grow series.

Edited by Forrest Pando.

Months Ago.

Found these old photos on my camera of when we took pictures of the SHHO clothes for the online shop. Elijah, Paul, Arnold and myself had picked up some supplies around town and got to working. Pretty decent set up if you ask me.

More after the break and make sure you check out the store for the remaining items.'

Different Faces.

Here are two behind the scenes stills, taken by my friend Jonathan Nestor, for an upcoming video. The video is ready to drop just when I get the OK from the artist. I'm sure he'll tweet you all when it's out.

Let It Grow: Rob Stone.

We sat down with the man in charge of Cornerstone and The Fader magazine to talk about success and my 401k.