Clients
Kayden has worked with multiple commercial clients, such as Elle Magazine, Saks Fifth Avenue, and Ralph Lauren. They have a fine arts background, having been showcased in several galleries across New York, and was featured at the 2019 Pingyao International Photo Festival in Pingyao, China.
Kayden is currently based in New York City.
About
A photographer by trade and a fine artist by choice, Kayden Michael uses light, texture, and color to explore a moment’s significance.
Empathy is deeply ingrained throughout Kayden's work, its focus gravitating towards self-abstraction. Their execution lies within a deliberate choice of details, the sincere display of authenticity being drawn from lived experience. By crafting these compelling narratives, Kayden forces the audience to engage with their desire to reclaim agency.
At its core, Kayden’s work curates intimate, immersive photos designed to capture feelings otherwise ignored.
Education
Kayden graduated Summa Cum Laude from the Fashion Institute of Technology in 2021. They received a BFA in Photography and Related Media paired with an Art History minor.