Photos by Makiah (TNK) Stephens

she calls it Neverland—where creation knows no bounds, and the deeper she drifts, the more limitless it becomes.

finding neverland.

Editorial Portrait captured by Makiah Stephens of a person wearing a colorful, fringed knit hat and blowing smoke, standing on a street with blurred background.
Editorial portrait captured by Makiah Stephens of someone wearing a colorful knit hat and holding yellow flowers stands on a city sidewalk, casting a shadow in the sunlight. The background shows urban architecture and a stone lion sculpture.

a journey through tnk’s lens

Editorial photo captured by Makiah Stephens of a stylish person leaning on a wall with posters, wearing colorful clothing and standing near a leopard-print bag.

Project Title: Zola Blue Product Shoot

In Chinatown, Philly, artist and designer Zoe Molina (Zola Blue) becomes a living canvas, effortlessly blending art and identity. Styled in her own vibrant creation, she channels the spirit of Basquiat—an artist both creator and creation—against the textured backdrop of the city.

BENT! in Philly. A casual stroll from a non-casual being. Captured by Makiah Stephens (TNK).

Zola Blue product shoot, captured by Makiah Stephens (TNK).

Sharif El-Mekki sizzle reel, edited by Makiah Stephens (TNK).

Where identity, artistry, and narrative collide.

Editorial photograph captured by Makiah Stephens of a person wearing a pink hat and eating a slice of cantaloupe in a garden with a statue in the background.

creative exploration at its best

An imperfect timelapse of the creation of “AETHERIS”, a digital collage produced by Makiah Stephens. Representation of the messy, authentic, and core decision-making process of producing art, whether digitally or physically.

shop prints

all prints come in sizes 8x11, 11x17, 18x24, 24x36

Editorial photograph captured by Makiah Stephens of a person with pink hair partially covering face, wearing a tank top, and wrapped in a measuring tape under dramatic lighting.
Editorial photograph captured by Makiah Stephens of a person with pink hair and tattoos, wearing a sleeveless top and measuring tape around neck, arms raised, against a white backdrop.