07.24.11

Editorial and cover for Rue Magazine

I had the amazing honor of shooting an editorial and cover for Rue Magazine this issue with some of my favorite people. Styling and Design: Cortnie of Canvas and Canopy, Wardrobe provided by: Bona Drag, Hair and Makeup: Mar of TEAM hair and makeup, Stationary: Momental Designs, Floral: Meg of La Partie Events Production coordination: Be Inspired PR, Couch Rental: YEAH! rentals Stunning Peacock chair: Pow Wow Vintage Rentals, Stunning Models: No Tie Management and my amazing assistants Nancy and Lacie.

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  1. Emily Heizer Photography - BEAUTIFUL image. I love the juxtaposition of her body. It's lovely. That's a model! So twenties too, don't you think?
    July 25, 2011
  2. Emily Heizer Photography - God, I just LOVE her hands! Her feet and the dress too, but her hads, I can't get over her hands! Why can't all my brides have hands like that?!
    July 25, 2011
  3. Matt - Congrats! Gorgeous cover shot!
    July 25, 2011
  4. Angela - OH this is so stunning...looks the cover of a magazine from the late 1920's/early 30's! You are amazing!
    July 25, 2011
  5. Ricki Ford - I love it!!! Beautiful!
    July 25, 2011
  6. Tammie - Beautiful!
    July 25, 2011
  7. Jenelle Sewell - Cannot wait to see the full post! Wonderful!
    July 25, 2011
  8. Anne @ Rue - Jose---if someone had told me one year ago that I'd have the honor not merely of working with you but of publishing your image on the cover of something I started, I never would have believed them. You are SUCH an inspiration to me and have been for YEARS! Thank you SO MUCH for being a part of the Rue family! Okay. Total fangirl moment over. You rock. Let's do it again sometime, huh? xoxox!
    July 25, 2011
  9. s h e r r y - Gorgeous! That dress is LOVELY!
    July 25, 2011
  10. Lacie Hansen - ummmm YES PLEASE !!!
    July 26, 2011
  11. Katie Stoops - Un-freaking-believable. This reminds me of the real glamor that movies in the 30's/40's had...gorgeous Jose!
    July 26, 2011
  12. Ron B. Wilson - Amazing...
    July 26, 2011
  13. Ulysses - In a word: Gorgeous!
    July 26, 2011
  14. Jen Lynne - SO beautiful Jose!! Congratulations my friend, your work always amazes me :)
    July 26, 2011
  15. meg manion silliker - gorgeous.amazing.delightful.beautiful.pure.dreamy.mustseemore!
    July 26, 2011
  16. Inspiration is Everywhere « A Thousand Threads - [...] you seen the latest issue of Rue Magazine (yes, the one with the Jose Villa cover)?  It may not be a wedding magazine, but that doesn’t mean you can’t find a wealth of [...]
    July 26, 2011
  17. Jen - Stunning!!
    July 27, 2011
  18. Gina Meola - MIND BLOWING!!! Some of my favorite work of yours, ever. Beautiful, beautiful.
    July 28, 2011
  19. amber - this is insanely gorgeous. fantastic work as always jose!
    July 28, 2011
  20. David Jenkins - You've even made the camel look beautiful!
    July 28, 2011
  21. Caroline Lee - absolutely stunning, Jose. beautiful work, as always! Jayden + I were pinching each other over the fact that we got to be published in the same Rue issue as you..!! total dream moment...we're not worthy!!! ;] xo
    July 28, 2011
  22. Jenny J - Beautiful work, Jose.
    July 28, 2011
  23. Derek Glas - WOW, WOW, WOW! These are so amazing! So many beautiful pictures, I hope they published all of them, how could they not??? Awesome job Jose!
    July 28, 2011
  24. francis joseph - Incredible! Can't get much better than that!
    July 28, 2011
  25. tellez - es increible su trabajo , me agrada su suavidad. saludos
    July 28, 2011
  26. adrian - WOW! Absolutely STUNNING!
    July 28, 2011
  27. Stacy - Absolutely to die for. Everything looks brilliant.
    July 28, 2011
  28. Laura - oh my Jose! You have magic powers! These are amazing AMAZING pieces of art :) xoxo
    July 28, 2011
  29. Serena {Love By Serena} - Love love LOVE this! Beautiful work, as usual. Really like the photo that ended up being chosen for the cover! =)
    July 28, 2011
  30. ken kienow - omgomgomgomgomgomgomgomgomg. omg.
    July 28, 2011
  31. Daniel Stark Photography - um seriously...this is too good :) nice work, jose!
    July 28, 2011
  32. Estelle - J'adore! Absolutely beautiful.
    July 28, 2011
  33. Davidone - Gorgeous ! What a Shooting !
    July 28, 2011
  34. Amanda - This is my new favorite set of Jose images. Unbelievable.
    July 28, 2011
  35. sandra pan - SPEECHLESS. JUST BLOWN AWAY. Stunning people, stunning images, stunning all around. you've just blown me away, Jose! yet again..
    July 28, 2011
  36. Ryan Ray - this whole team is incredible. jose you outdid yourself. way too many incredible images to mention
    July 28, 2011
  37. Melissa - This is absolutely LOVELY!!! These images take my breath away and make my eyes all watery. Honestly:) The beautiful peacock chairs are from Pow Wow! www.powwowvintagerentals.com
    July 28, 2011
  38. Lily Rosales - So amazing! I adore this. Just beautiful.
    July 28, 2011
  39. j. shipley - wow, wow, wow. this is sunning. i love the concept and the imagery. so soft, elegant and stunning. i loved every image. well done!
    July 28, 2011
  40. Carina - There are NO words.
    July 28, 2011
  41. nadine - this is ridiculously AWESOME.
    July 28, 2011
  42. Gaby Fuentes - Gorgeous is an understatement!!! These are remarkable .... Love every single one of them :)
    July 28, 2011
  43. Luis Godinez - Jaw dropping!!!
    July 28, 2011
  44. Kina - Hot Damn!
    July 28, 2011
  45. Elle Ticula - Love, LOVE, LOVE!!! Stunning is just the beginning...
    July 28, 2011
  46. Tiffany - Its like a dream! Everything is so stunning, fantastic work, absolutely fantastic!
    July 28, 2011
  47. Marissa Rodriguez - OH. MY. GOSH.
    July 28, 2011
  48. CV Love - just beautiful. I love the simplicity of these photos, the colors are wonderful. We really are a reference for me.
    July 28, 2011
  49. Andrew Cahill - So beautiful Jose!
    July 28, 2011
  50. Robin McQuay Anderson - Simply delicious and sensous! I could look at these shots over and over.
    July 28, 2011
  51. James Moes - Your work is forever flawless. Beautiful.
    July 28, 2011
  52. Riccis - Every shoot you do is more than fantastic than the last, wow! This is amazing work, hermano. Hugs!
    July 28, 2011
  53. ally michele - These are incredible and I love.that you are showing daylight is beautiful! :) thanks for the inspiration!
    July 28, 2011
  54. Shannon Cait - Whoa there - beaut-if-ul! You are amazing and that location is fantastic!
    July 28, 2011
  55. Sansaara - GOOD GOD THIS IS AMAZING
    July 28, 2011
  56. chris prestidge - one of your best yet - incredible tones, perfect compositions!
    July 28, 2011
  57. Donny - Photos look great Jose!!!! Unbelievable imagery tons of eye candy! Looking forward to seeing you in Sep. to hang out!!
    July 28, 2011
  58. Branden Harvey - Amazing. That's all I can say.
    July 28, 2011
  59. Ashley Roy - There are no words...I'm speechless! So breathtaking!
    July 28, 2011
  60. nick breedlove - beautiful work jose!!!
    July 28, 2011
  61. Josie kay - gorgeous dreamy/creamy delish images! so lovely.
    July 28, 2011
  62. Tonhya Kae - This is unreal. Absolutely stunning work Jose.
    July 28, 2011
  63. Andrea Dozier - Jose, this is MAGIC. Every image is so compelling & the styling is incredible. Brilliant photography. This entire shoot stays true to your beautiful style & soft tones.
    July 28, 2011
  64. Chantz Hough - Oh my GOD! Jose! I both love and hate you right now. lol! My heart literally started racing! great job man.
    July 28, 2011
  65. Sheila - I loved every photo.
    July 28, 2011
  66. Jen curtis - Speechless!!..amazing images and styling, stunning lighting as well! Even the darn camel is sexy!!!
    July 28, 2011
  67. MAR - TRUELY AMAZING.... I've had the pleasure of working along side Jose doing hair and makeup for many of his shoots AND THIS ONE WAS JUST SIMPLY AMAZING!!! The crazy thing is that right before this shoot we did another one and AGAIN I was blown away. You always hope your vibe or look wil come through and Jose is behind the camera it will always and I mean always show. Like I said, such a pleasure. This is an example of how wonderful a shoot can be when you combine passion, creative freedom and a willingness to work together! Besos!
    July 28, 2011
  68. Jessica Thomas - So inspired. So blown away! LOVE THIS!!!!
    July 28, 2011
  69. Peter Mercado - No way Jose! Wow just absolutely beautiful
    July 28, 2011
  70. Amari Kenoly - WOW. STUNNING. BEAUTIFUL. UNREAL. AMAZING!!!
    July 28, 2011
  71. Mimi Nguyen - simply gorgeous. as always. =)
    July 28, 2011
  72. Jenna Henderson - Shut the front door. And the back door. There aren't even words.
    July 28, 2011
  73. Best day of the week: homemade tart edition | A Happy Day - [...] Friday link love (for some weekend reading): Jose Villa’s Rue Magazine cover shoot Jamie Beck’s A Day With Dogfish Beer My Milk Toof’s A Cold [...]
    July 28, 2011
  74. sherry - Absolutely, positively amazing!!! Love this shoot!
    July 28, 2011
  75. sherri - luscious...creamy...breathtaking...absolutely stunning. would love to know jose...did you use your 80mm lens for all of these images?
    July 28, 2011
  76. Annelie - Lights, clothes, girls, man and even the camel looks amazing!!!
    July 29, 2011
  77. Ben Tilley - Beautiful
    July 29, 2011
  78. Peter Yana - I am just surprised that people actually have words to describe these.!!!
    July 29, 2011
  79. Neil Redfern - Unbelievably beautiful images - such a dreamy feeling to them, amazing.
    July 29, 2011
  80. По мягкому и теплому песку… | Milk And Snow - [...] В свет вышел новый выпуск журнала RUE, с фантастическо-красивой обложкой и фотосессией внутри от Jose Villa! [...]
    July 29, 2011
  81. Adrian - Bloody amazing Jose. And that camel is awesome.
    July 29, 2011
  82. Debra Eby - I'm in complete awe. This just took photography to a whole new level of greatness.
    July 29, 2011
  83. Jane Decle - Speechless....
    July 29, 2011
  84. carli - Jose!!!! I finally took the time to go through EVERY single one of the photos from this shoot and every.single.photo is amazing. How do you do it? You are SO good at what you do! Fantastic, Jose!
    July 29, 2011
  85. todd pellowe - i don't cuss but damn.
    July 29, 2011
  86. nate henderson - camels. absolutely surprising and awesome.
    July 29, 2011
  87. Josh Gull - Off the charts Jose. Simply amazing.
    July 29, 2011
  88. Kaylee Labor - A few things. 1. Amazing amaaaazing clothing. I want it all. 2. I envy your access to a camel, and the eye you have to properly utilize it. 3. Is there anyone in the world more talented than you? I vote "nay." ;)
    July 29, 2011
  89. noel - amazing, all of them. great job.
    July 29, 2011
  90. Jules Newmark - Jose - your talent shines here - thank you for including the models of No Ties Management. We are honored to be a part of your work! Jules @ No Ties Management
    July 29, 2011
  91. izzy - I.N.S.P.I.R.A.T.I.O.N.A.L.! Simply out of this world!
    July 29, 2011
  92. izzy - WOW!
    July 29, 2011
  93. Canvas & Canopy Events - Lovved working with you once again. What a fun day and adventure. Adore Mar to pieces, Nancy and Lacie. Best team EVA!!! :) xoxoxo
    July 29, 2011
  94. erika verginelli - I have no words to describe this. Period!
    July 29, 2011
  95. matthew morgan - your so pro. cheers to you and your team... and location.. and camel.
    July 29, 2011
  96. Bond - Ongelooflik! Just love this shoot.
    July 29, 2011
  97. Jenelle Sewell - Absolutely amazing! Phenomenal work and so beautiful! truly...
    July 29, 2011
  98. Katrina - I'm breathless....what inspiring work. Thanks so much for sharing.
    July 29, 2011
  99. Danonino - Absolutely proffesional. No more to say about it. Alot of people think this is stunning.. but many forget, this look and amazing depth could never been been achieved with digital. Film rules.
    July 29, 2011
  100. Ever Photography - Your images are always inspirational. Beautiful colors and wardrobe. Awesome!
    July 29, 2011
  101. john kerry-williams - Magnificent - Seeing natural light handled in this way is simply stunning.
    July 29, 2011
  102. Heidi - Beautiful photos, but I have to admit I kept feeling bad for the "third wheel" girl...that is, until she hit it off with the oh so handsome camel! :)
    July 29, 2011
  103. gee - soooo incredibly inspiring!!!! my jaw dropped to the floor when i saw this. amazing job jose!
    July 29, 2011
  104. Rachel Peters Photography - I cannot even speak. These are breathtaking. *drool* --- u seriously are amazing. inspirational. amazing. did I say amazing yet? completely awesome!
    July 29, 2011
  105. Vania -SimplyBloom Photography, LLC - Jose, this is truly INSUPERABLE... no idea how more beautiful photography could be possible :)
    July 29, 2011
  106. MJ - These images are gorgeous! You are immensely talented.
    July 29, 2011
  107. Boston wedding photography | Roberto Farren - Jose these are awesome shots! always like checking back in to see your latest stuff! I see the other girl at the end decided she was better off with the camel, more chance of getting out of the desert hey!
    July 30, 2011
  108. Kirsten - Every image is PERFECT.
    July 30, 2011
  109. jeff marsh - dang dude.
    July 30, 2011
  110. JOdie - Breathtaking.
    July 30, 2011
  111. GAry - These images are mind blowing.....
    July 30, 2011
  112. adam - good lord!
    July 30, 2011
  113. Ariel - wow! *speechless* !!! - what a phenomenal set of images!!!!
    July 30, 2011
  114. sally - amazingly perfect captures of light! totally captivating.
    July 30, 2011
  115. Shanti - Stepping into Avedon territory, I see. These are brilliant. You are wonderful.
    July 30, 2011
  116. michelle - really!?!?! this has to be in another world. seriously breathtaking! you are a god.
    July 31, 2011
  117. Rob Oresteen - Just like I showed you, Jose...:) Seriously, it's simply a seminar every time I view one of your sessions...no one makes 400H pop the way you do...
    July 31, 2011
  118. back home « Como Say What? - [...] jose villa does it again. this time he’s in the desert! my future wedding right here. . [...]
    July 31, 2011
  119. Jessica Rensch - um, you are out of control. beautiful. i think i squealed. ok, yes i did....more than once. whew! OMG! ooo la la. best eva!
    July 31, 2011
  120. Tenielle - I am amazed and exhausted by looking through this blog of neverendingly perfect photos!!!! Each image was better and better. Soft, dreamy perfection. You bring out the most beautiful, natural side of people, whether it's brides or models. What a talent.
    July 31, 2011
  121. yael - PERFECT
    August 1, 2011
  122. Kristy R. - Blown away at every image. This is the second time I've had my work photographed by Jose and I look forward to so many more!! XOXO
    August 1, 2011
  123. Paul Rowland - Like.
    August 1, 2011
  124. Danny Twang - Mind blowing beautiful captures!!!
    August 1, 2011
  125. erin yaeger - was this all shot on film? absolutely stunning. please tell me which film camera you used! digital back or straight up film?
    August 1, 2011
  126. Olivia Leigh - Bananas. These are sick.
    August 1, 2011
  127. Urban Jungle Fashion - What an amazing editorial. One day i plan to shoot at this level.
    August 1, 2011
  128. Ray Kang - STUNNING Jose!!!
    August 2, 2011
  129. Jose Villa y Rue Magazine « Boda con encanto - [...]   Créditos fotográficos: http://josevillablog.com/2011/07/cover-of-rue-magazine/ [...]
    August 2, 2011
  130. Silvana - SPEECHLESS. :-O
    August 2, 2011
  131. evelyn - BREATH TAKEN, SOME OF MY FAVORITE IMAGES! <3
    August 3, 2011
  132. Meredith Sledge - OH MY GOSH. My love for these images cannot be expressed in words. No, but really, they're insane. SO BEAUTIFUL. They look like they should be on the cover of Vogue Italia.
    August 4, 2011
  133. Julie Blair - Totally, utterly, speechless....you are so amazing and blessed with such a gift....wow. Thank you for sharing.
    August 4, 2011
  134. James Christianson - Are you freaking kidding me!?
    August 5, 2011
  135. Tab McCausland - As always just an AMAZING job! You are just so amazing my friend! :)
    August 5, 2011
  136. Paul Krol - simply awesome and inspirational, Jose.
    August 7, 2011
  137. Simone - Theses are so so so gorgeous! Just curious though--where on earth were they shot?! :)
    August 8, 2011
  138. Rebecca - Wow, so beautiful!!
    August 9, 2011
  139. //Dani - it BLOWS my mind! this is the BEST shooting I ever saw! seriously. WOW WOW WOW!
    August 9, 2011
  140. astami - amazing jose! i truly am so blown away by this editorial. amazing!
    August 10, 2011
  141. Cameron - Beautiful work as always and a great day to be a camel!
    August 10, 2011
  142. mireia - beutiful preciosas jose
    August 12, 2011
  143. Sarah Mint Photography AUS - I'm so inspired each and every time I log into your blog Jose....you have an amazing gift!
    August 12, 2011
  144. Whitney Hardie - These are simply phenomenal! No other word for it. Amazing.
    August 15, 2011
  145. Matt Herrmann - Amazing work and PERFECT location!
    August 16, 2011
  146. Kate (Floret Cadet) - Those images are stunning - I LOVE the florals / botanicals - the cattails particularly- the little pieces are so delicate but make such a big statement- great job by all involved, just breathtaking
    August 16, 2011
  147. Ann - As always...amazing!
    August 16, 2011
  148. kali lu - What everyone else just said!!!!!
    August 17, 2011
  149. kristy field - Who would have thought a camel could look so sexy? Beautiful, whimsical, romantic work as always x
    August 17, 2011
  150. Chris Michael - Jose, you are fabulous. I can always tell your photos apart, without seeing your name. You always stay true to your look. Great work.
    August 18, 2011
  151. Jake Ford - Jose, your images are stunning.
    August 18, 2011
  152. Andi of My Beautiful Adventures - My breath has been taken away...
    August 19, 2011
  153. Friday’s Favourite | Too Close for Camel » Jaime Lauren Photography - [...] week my memory was jogged back to my time spent in the Moroccan Sahara by photographers Jose Villa and Jared Platt.  The latter was one of the speakers at WPPI San Jose last week and asked who had [...]
    August 19, 2011
  154. Michelle Stone - redonkulous. :) in all seriousness, these are incredible and you are insanely talented.
    August 20, 2011
  155. Chelsea Patricia - Oh my gosh. They are ALL so perfectly stunning!
    August 24, 2011
  156. Jamie - your photos always have such a delicate feel to them.. it is surreal.
    August 24, 2011
  157. Andy Wakeman Photography - Jose - I see you took my advice and decided to shoot some editorial!!! Ha! kidding of course. Your work translates beautifully to fashion editorial. Keep it up!
    August 29, 2011
  158. Ashley - One word... amazing!
    September 6, 2011
  159. Paradise in the Desert @ Taylor'd Events - [...] know I have said this a thousand times, but Jose Villa is, by far, the best photographer for weddings out there.  And this photo shoot for Rue Magazine, [...]
    September 12, 2011
  160. Alesya Photography - Looking through these has made my day. Every image is fab. Takes my breath away
    September 12, 2011
  161. Chloe - Gosh, you make my eyes happy.
    September 18, 2011
  162. Rue Magazine’s Birthday Party - [...] “Arabian Days” shoot from the July/August issue and ‘outtakes’ on his blog. It was an honor to see some of my photos from the party included in the anniversary issue :) HD [...]
    October 5, 2011
  163. Camila Coura - PHOTOGRAPHY - AMAZING!! ABSOLUTELY AMAZING!
    October 12, 2011
  164. Marieclercq - absolument parfait, une douceur, des détails sublimes, magnifiques compositions, BRAVO ! j'adore
    October 30, 2011
  165. Erika Delgado - Wow. somehow came across your beautiful photos. You are magnificent. keep up the beautiful work. God Bless!
    December 15, 2011
  166. Investing in Myself » Sarah Gawler Photography London - [...] and had a contact in The Keys. It then occurred to me, perhaps I could combine this with a little Jose Villa teaching?! I emailed him asking if there were any courses he might be running Jan/Feb time to [...]
    December 20, 2011
  167. Winnipeg Wedding Photographer - Amazing photos, stunning. Every time I look at them I am amazed!
    January 11, 2012
  168. Sweet Peony Blooms via Enjoy Events Co. images via {style me… | Maznev - [...] via {style me pretty, design sponge, jose villa, jose villa, ruffled blog, postcards and [...]
    January 21, 2012
  169. Andrea Chavez Delgado - My God Mr. Villa, you are killing me right now!!!! I`m about to turn myself to "Joseism" MY FAVORITE PHOTOGRAPHER OF ALL TIMES! Love you, thanks for your work!
    February 5, 2012

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