SEEN: Women Behind the Lens

Nalani interviews Emilynn Rose. Emilynn’s upbringing between the Philippines and Los Angeles instilled a strong sense of unity that now fuels her creative vision. Her work radiates with vibrant color, captivating emotion, and clean composition. Emilynn celebrates the beauty of diversity, body shapes and identity — creating imagery that’s uplifting and radiantly expressive.  Behind the scenes, Emil...

Nalani interviews Naohmi Monroe. Naohmi is a born & raised Angeleno stoked on collaboration and a great cup of coffee. Her work celebrates people through the intersections of beauty, culture, art and athletics. She is also co-founder of Amiga Studio , women-owned creative agency and studio space committed to championing representation in the commercial space. When not on set, you can find her...

Nalani interviews Toma Kostygina. Toma is a portrait photographer with a strong focus on storytelling and concept-driven imagery. Influenced by the Western music culture of the ’90s and 2000s, as well as vintage cinematic lighting, her work blends nostalgia with a modern perspective. She draws inspiration from film and literature, often exploring the psychological depth of her subjects.

Nalani interview Ginger Boyd. Ginger Boyd is a creative director, campaign strategist, and director who thrives on solving each brand's unique challenges. Ginger’s background in 360° campaign production combined with her experience as co-founder of creative agency Amiga Studio allow her to lead with a birds' eye POV and infuse every campaign touchpoint with her unique creative vision. Havi...

Nalani interviews Karina Noelle Castillo. Karina is a Los Angeles-based actor, producer, director, writer, and entrepreneur committed to amplifying underrepresented voices through authentic storytelling. With 20 years of experience in film, television, and theater—and a decade in creative direction, design, and social media—she brings both artistic depth and strategic vision to her work. Her actin...

Nalani interview Kayla Mendez. Kayla Mendez is a beauty & lifestyle photographer and videographer based in the heart of Los Angeles. With a love for capturing the natural textures of skin tones and the ethereal dance of natural light, Kayla’s work is a celebration of beauty in its purest form. Specializing in beauty campaigns, Kayla has an innate ability to highlight the unique and captivating...

Nalani interviews Leonora Anzaldua. Leonora is a photographer and filmmaker based in Los Angeles, CA, whose work is driven by a deep commitment to amplifying the stories of underrepresented communities. With a strong belief in the power of art as a vehicle for social change, her practice spans photography and film, often exploring themes of identity, resistance, and representation. She began their...

Nalani interviews Rebecca Grant. Rebecca is a Los Angeles-based commercial beauty photographer and director, originally from Brooklyn. Her work is recognized for its crisp, clean, and fresh aesthetic, with a strong emphasis on the female gaze, femininity, and inclusivity. She offers both still and motion photography and draws on a talented network of creatives to bring each project to life. With a...

Nalani interviews Selina Ringel. Selina Ringel is a LatinX award-winning writer, producer, and actress whose latest feature film You, Me & Her-winner of 14 awards and boasting a 100% Rotten Tomatoes , streaming on Apple TV now She runs her own production company Two Hands Productions with her husband and business partner Dan Levy Dagerman.. SEEN : The Podcast is a deep, and intimate, dive into...

Nalani interviews Michelle Terris. Michelle is a photographer and director with over nine years dedicated to photography and videography. Her expertise lies in crafting compelling visual narratives that emphasize inclusivity, sustainability, and creativity. SEEN : The Podcast is a deep, and intimate, dive into the careers and lives of Women Behind the Lens in photography and film. Each episode del...

Nalani interviews Lenne Chai. Lenne Chai (b. 1991) is a Singaporean photographer and director who’s deeply curious about the world. Based in Los Angeles, Lenne got her start as a fashion photographer in 2010, shooting for publications and brands such as Vogue, Gucci, W Magazine, The Hollywood Reporter, Esquire, Harper’s Bazaar and more. SEEN : The Podcast is a deep, and intimate, dive into the car...

Premiering March 27th SEEN: Women Behind the Lens is a podcast and storytelling platform dedicated to amplifying the voices of women shaping the film and photography industries. This show is more than a podcast—it’s a movement. A movement toward visibility, equity, and the re-centering of women’s perspectives in the visual storytelling landscape.