I'm a Miami-based photographer but love to travel for the perfect picture!
I like to think I have a very classic style, with a youthful twist.
I think a wedding is the most amazing experience to capture on film
I'm a Nikon user, an Apple lover and Nike Fanatic!
You will always see an issue of GQ, Complex and Vogue Magazine on my coffee table (Yes, Vogue has some of the most amazing photographers ever!)
I run daily, not to stay in shape but to support my eating habit.
L-10 is my nickname, get it... EL-TEN (Elton)
There is beauty in everyone and everything.... my goal is to capture it.
Not only am I blessed to have the coolest clients, they are also the most creative clients ever! Check out how Bernie brought his engagment photos to life with this movie poster invitation. DOPE!!
Below are the two pics he spliced together to make this happen. Such a cool idea I just had to share!
And just to think, this couple found me through Google. 
- Yes. You are totally google-able! Elt!!! Just a true blessing it has been to watch you and your enterprise grow. And yes-- the poster is Hott!February 23, 2010 - 6:44 pm
- Whoa! Thanks Elton for the kind words. Can't wait to send them out. Cheers!February 22, 2010 - 8:48 pm
- That's Awesome, Great inspiration for any of my upcoming clients. "Really" thanks for sharing!February 22, 2010 - 8:03 pm
I feel so blessed to work with couples like Bernie and Ivey. They’re fun, kind-hearted and totally in love with each other… and they have iPhones (extra cool points in my opinion). Of course, I expected to have fun during their engagement shoot but I was not prepared to laugh as much as I did. Great weather, beautiful couple and we even had a tandem bike… I couldn’t ask for anything more. Hope you enjoy their shoot and I look forward to their South Beach wedding in June!
- Your images are so beautiful they make me use curse words. Cotdammit!March 28, 2010 - 12:29 pm
- Elton Anderson. I absolutely love this couple. This shoot was simplistic but powerful. I like symbolism of Bernie & Ivey dancing alone in the warhouse, as if no one eles matter but the two of them. POWERFUL.March 7, 2010 - 7:12 am
- AMAZINGLY BEAUTIFUL AS ALWAYS...February 21, 2010 - 1:30 pm
- As always, you've done an awesome job! Your skills behind the lens are remarkable! Can't wait to get you to Panama City in May!February 18, 2010 - 3:52 pm
- Another great shoot! I noticed the little Elton touches i.e the skate park. Great job bud!February 18, 2010 - 10:51 am
- i know it's been said over and over again, but... another job well done L10! the graffiti photos are gorgeous... love all that color!February 17, 2010 - 10:52 am
- Thanks to google we were able to find you, Elton! We'll totally recommend you.February 16, 2010 - 11:05 am
- Hope you don't mind Elton, thanks Marilyn for the comment.February 16, 2010 - 10:45 am
- Beautiful couple!February 16, 2010 - 10:17 am
- Another masterpiece sir. Well done.February 16, 2010 - 12:32 am
- Wow!!! That was quick! OMG!!! You did an awesome job. Thank you sooooo much. We are so excited to show all these to our family and friends. Cheers! -Bernie and IveyFebruary 15, 2010 - 9:43 pm
I’ve been known to do a lot of crazy things… feel free to add skateboarding to that list. It’s like my therapy after a long week of shoots, editing, emails, story-boarding, meetings, etc. I usually skateboard just for leisure but on my last trip to LA I tried a more deadly “sporty” approach. Apuje Kalu and I were actually out west for some location scouting and headed over to the world famous Venice Beach. I think I got inspired by all the kick-flips, alley-oops and nosegrinds because next thing I know I’m skateboarding with the best of them (or worst of them, depending on which way you look at it).
I hope my mom doesn’t read this post because she would kill me for not wearing a helmet. *cues Lupe Fiasco* *also cues theme from “Jackass”*
PHOTO CREDIT: Apuje Kalu (yes, he gets behind the camera too)
We walked up to skateboard heaven.
These are professionals
I got inspired and decided to buy another board.
Meanwhile, Apuje shopped for sunglasses.
My first attempt — this ended badly. 
So I decided to try the smaller hill…. VICTORY! (Look at the intensity on my face)
Tony Hawk, eat your heart out. **Note: This was after an hour of failed attempts
For now, I think I’ll keep my day job but I recommend everyone try something new this year. A new challenge does more for your spirit than you can imagine. I never even owned a camera before 2008 and almost 2 years later photography has completely changed the course of my life. Granted, a skateboard or camera may not be your path but keep switching things up… you may just discover a new passion.
- I came across your blog via a FB Friend. AWESOME & INSPRING. Great work! I appreciate your approach to your work and how you share your experiences in your blogs. Your blogs motivate people to take a leap of faith to try something new or fulfill their life’s goals, dreams, and ambitions. Keep up the good work and never stop reaching for excellence. Nathan O. Bennett – CFO/All Events PerfectFebruary 25, 2010 - 2:52 am
- I came across your blog via a FB Friend. AWESOME & INSPRING. Great work! I appreciate your approach to your work and how you share your experiences in your blogs. Your blogs motivate people to take a leap of faith to try something new or fulfill their life’s goals, dreams, and ambitions. Keep up the good work and never stop reaching for excellence. Nathan O. Bennett - CFO/All Events Perfect.February 25, 2010 - 2:49 am
- Good job, man. You and Apuje make a pretty fresh duo. Keep it up.January 28, 2010 - 2:09 pm
- AWESOME post! And SO YOU! "lemme try this...if they can do it, so can I"...you know what I say...leave it to the pros! lol. You don't see me tryna be a photographer do you? lolJanuary 18, 2010 - 5:43 pm
- You're my hero...Now go buy a helmet!January 18, 2010 - 5:31 pm
- Excellent post my brother...I almost forgot about these pics. How fitting that you would be post this on MLK's bday.January 18, 2010 - 1:27 pm
- Elton your post continue to inspire me. Although we've never met I feel I know your intimately through your blog. Thank you for the unexpected inspiration.January 18, 2010 - 1:02 pm
- As always, the work and story behind the work is great! Keep living the dream!January 18, 2010 - 12:58 pm
- Niiice! Seems fun!January 18, 2010 - 12:37 pm
- @L10 You inspire a lot of us to keep dreaming, and to make our dreams a reality. Great post, especially on this day we recognize for one of the best dreamers of all time, Dr. King. But I have to agree with Phil, wear a damn helmet and some pads, before you do some harm to yourself! Nice shots @apuje! You both are men of many talents!January 18, 2010 - 12:32 pm
- Look @ Kalu gettin behind the lens.... great shots, glad you didnt break your damn neck. wear a helmet dude smhJanuary 18, 2010 - 12:26 pm
April was the first model I shot for 301 and they couldn’t have started me off with a better person. She was fun, energetic and totally easy to work with. This was also the first time my team had a chance to meet: Apuje Kalu (Creative Dir/Stylist), Jay Fierce (MUA/Hair) and Tia Smith (First Assistant) all worked tirelessly to bring these concepts to life. Who knew slicing some oranges could be so hard? Anyway, Enjoy.
Check out the full story here: http://eltonandersonblog.com/slidingstories/april/
- It's GORGEOUS shots I'm very impressedJanuary 20, 2010 - 12:44 am
- April is absolutely GORG! If I didn't know any better I would think this was Chanel Iman. I love her make-up and styling. The story is light-hearted and fun. Once again, great job Elton and team.January 18, 2010 - 1:06 pm
- Awesome job brother! You were touched by God...keeping using your eye. I cant wait for you and Apuje to work you guys' magic touch on me. SMOOCHES DeeJanuary 16, 2010 - 6:23 pm
- OMG! Love these pictures! I can't say that enough!January 12, 2010 - 9:37 pm
- I absolutely LOVE THIS! Goregous girl, pretty pink lips, the colors, the bikini, the rainboots, the sneakers,the car shot,EVERYTHING! Your talent and Apuje's creatvie direction is flawless!January 11, 2010 - 4:55 pm
- Love it love it love it love it. Now go ahead and copy this comment, then paste it under all the preceding posts... You + Apuje = FRESH & GORGEOUS MASTERPIECES.January 11, 2010 - 12:58 pm
- These shots are GREAT! Looks like another successful shoot!January 11, 2010 - 9:20 am
- Denim Jacket with pins...vintage Apuje *fist bump*. LOL #shoutoutJanuary 10, 2010 - 4:06 pm
- Elton, you're a hard guy to keep up with! Inspiring.January 10, 2010 - 10:46 am
- @StefanieK - Ironically, those two shots were the hardest to pull off. Thanks for recognizing the struggle. ;-)January 10, 2010 - 9:21 am
- iLOVE the shot of April swinging across the lake & the confetti close-up! Once again you've captured the simplicity of life in a structured yet carefree way! (FYI:I'm still swooning over Leo)January 10, 2010 - 9:05 am
The anti-blogger is back! I know, I know I haven’t blogged since bell-bottoms were in style but for good reason — I have been B-U-S-Y. As you may already know photography is my passion and I have been busy taking my passion to the next level. Not only does that mean taking better pictures and refining my skill but it also involves building a strong team of assistants, stylists and make-up artists. Check! Casting the right model is the next step, so here’s the good news: I am now an official test photographer for 301 Modeling Agency in Miami! This new gig means a lot to me because it was something I was so scared to pursue last year (I’ll have an entire blog post on fear later). Testing new models is awesome! You get to build strong relationships in the industry and add some great work to your portfolio. My ultimate goal is to start using models for my own concept shoots and book more commercial work. Please don’t worry, I haven’t abandoned wedding photography at all. I have a great year ahead of me filled with destinations weddings to some exotic locales so stay tuned for that. For now, check out one of my first shoots… this is Leo’s first shoot too (such a natural).
Full story here: http://eltonandersonblog.com/slidingstories/leonardo/
*** Styling and Creative Direction by none other than Apuje Kalu***
- I don't mean to comment on every post, but I love all of your latest shoots!!! You and Apuje make a dynamic team. Glad to see the diversity between weddings, models, and real people. Keep the post coming and next time don't have us waiting so long.January 18, 2010 - 1:08 pm
- Great Shoot! Love the clothes and he's an absolute cutie! Congrats on the new gig! I wish you nothing but the best!January 11, 2010 - 4:49 pm
- Big ups 2 my man Apuje for doing big things in life.....Everything about the shots were great. KEEP DOING YOUR THING.January 11, 2010 - 3:27 pm
- Congrats on the new contracts E. You brothers are doing good work. You have no choice but to succeed.January 9, 2010 - 7:17 am
- As always you work is phenomenal. I am so glad that things have happened this way for you. 301 is indeed lucky and so are the models. It is such a pleasure to learn and work with you. I wish I could have been there for this shoot. In the interim I will continue to hold down the Elton Anderson Photography Fan Club. Oh and Apuje- another job well done with the fashions in this and many other shoots!January 8, 2010 - 7:11 pm
- Three words - nom nom NOM!!!January 8, 2010 - 6:22 pm
- Brother I LOVE it. You have a one way ticket straight to the top. As always, I am so proud of you!January 8, 2010 - 6:19 pm
- Bringing in 2010 Strong. I dig the photos, NEED TO OWN that Gray Tuxedo Jacket like yesteryear but Great workJanuary 8, 2010 - 5:59 pm
- Congratulations on your success. Can't wait to read your blog on fear. Fear makes us human, but it's how we handle it that counts.January 8, 2010 - 5:58 pm
- Love these! Amazing. The styling is perfect for him too!January 8, 2010 - 5:44 pm
- Fear is good...as long as you can conquer it. And you have, seemingly. You're already a natural at this. Hi5 (encore)!January 8, 2010 - 5:39 pm
by L10
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