14. TrooRa The Color Issue Summer '22

STORY BEHIND THE COVER: The Color Issue Summer ’22 Cover Shoot Iguehi James BY CRISTINA DEPTULA Iguehi James, founder of Oakland clothing brand Love Iguehi, brought vibrant color and splash to her May photo shoot at the Hotel Zetta.

T rooRa Magazine Founder, Creative Director, and Editor-In-Chief Trystanne Cunningham assembled another crew of talented creatives for the cover feature shoot of The Color Issue Summer '22. The group included long-time friend and personal makeup artist Freddy Lopez, formerly of Mac and Tarte Cosmetics. Veteran Commercial Photographer Charles Schoenberger, whose crafted lighting combined with his moody color palette creates transporting memorable images. Former Vogue Italia Stylist Michelle Rivet and former Project Runway All Stars designer and stylist Emily Payne. Hair Stylist Robert Douglas and video content creators Westbound entertainment. Equipped with the final piece to the puzzle, friend and designer Iguehi James gathered for the two-day shoot at San Francisco’s Hotel Zetta one bright, spring day. With the help of cappuccinos and a snack-filled staging area, they composed a wide assortment of photos of the stunning designer Iguehi James, including the one on this issue’s cover.

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