Photos
My creative background really began when I pursued my modeling endeavors at 17, leaving me with media and print work published both nationally and internationally for commercial and fashion brands around the world.
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I had my first photoshoot done by Brian Higgins, a previous Ford NY model photographer who helped jumpstart my career. He helped to provide me with my first portfolio of photos to show versatility in my modeling capabilities. The more versatile you are in your portfolio the more potential jobs you can book.
I have done everything from underwater photoshoots to very, very long commercial video production sets. I have been printed and on the cover of multiple media publications and print magazines. Some of the photographers I have shot with worked with Victoria's Secret models, Elle, Vogue, Nike, and some of the most cutting edge creatives and stylists in the fashion, hair, and make-up industry.
What is most important to me is the energy that we cultivate during shoots. Not all shoots can be easy, and a positive and upbeat mood can elevate the many tired individuals in the room.
“From our first shoot to the present, Heather Leih has yet to ever disappoint. She’s a rock star, a professional, and has her way of bringing fun and humor into the creative process. There’s rarely a bad photo when working with her. As a fashion photographer, you don’t always get to work with models who simply know how to move and emote the way you want. That’s not my experience with Heather. There’s chemistry when we shoot and there’s a standard in her work. She’s always a 10 in my opinion.” - Jim Fury Hesterman
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Modeling for me is an art form. I move in my photos like I do for video. There’s always something to be engaging with the audience about. All eyes are on you and you are somewhere in this made-up world in your mind telling yourself a story so you can empathize and emote that energy for the camera. Odd, isn’t it? That’s art.
“From our first shoot to the present, Heather Leih has yet to ever disappoint. She’s a rock star, a professional, and has her way of bringing fun and humor into the creative process. There’s rarely a bad photo when working with her. As a fashion photographer, you don’t always get to work with models who simply know how to move and emote the way you want. That’s not my experience with Heather. There’s a chemistry when we shoot and there’s a standard in her work. She’s always a 10 in my opinion.”
Dubai 2024
In November of 2024, I was incredibly blessed to be able to travel to Dubai with fashion icon, Shahida Parides, to take new content with her exclusive Dubai inspired prints. Needless to say, this was by far one of my favorite trips I’ve ever been able to travel to a model. I can’t wait for my next international trip!
HEATHER LEIH x SEAN KYTE COLLABORATIONS
Heather Leih and Sean Kyte have been collaborators and colleagues in the marketing space for over 7 years. With Heather’s decade of experience in the modeling industry, as well as Sean’s 15+ years in cinematography, you can expect moody visuals, introspective sounds, and a storyline that makes you feel as if you are right there in the room with them. Their goal is to make you feel something deeper than the average video you come across. In the ocean of endless Instgram Reels and TikToks, the collaborations between Heather and Sean aim to be full of emotions, drive, and rhythms to speak to your soul
Let’s Shoot
From photo to video the possibilities of our projects and collaborations are endless.