Sequoia Emmanuelle
Photographer & Director

Sequoia Emmanuelle is a Los Angeles-based photographer and director known for her distinctive and masterful lighting, vibrant color palette, and dynamic art direction. With an eye for detail and a passion for creativity, Sequoia’s journey began in New York City after graduating from the Minneapolis College of Art and Design, where she honed her artistic abilities. Drawing from her diverse skills in fashion design, set design, painting, wardrobe styling, film, and graphic design, Sequoia has made a significant mark on the worlds of fashion and photography.

Specializing in celebrity portraits, fashion, beauty, music, and entertainment, Sequoia’s work celebrates diversity, strength, and empowerment. Her unique style, influenced by the energetic art scenes and pop culture of New York, San Francisco, and Los Angeles, transports audiences to magical worlds filled with color, texture, and a sense of wonder. Through her lens, she creates unforgettable narratives that push the boundaries of visual art.

Sequoia’s work has graced album covers, advertising campaigns, gallery shows, and music videos, and she has been featured in major publications such as Harper’s Bazaar, Vogue, V Magazine, Paper, Flaunt, Wonderland, Photobook Magazine, and People Magazine. Her client roster includes high-profile brands like Armani Beauty, Amazon, Netflix, Disney, Peacock, Hulu, Mattel, Folx Health, Grindr, Daylight Banking, E! Entertainment, and more.

With each project, Sequoia continues to redefine the intersection of fashion, music, and art, creating imagery that is as bold and inspiring as the world she envisions.