James Macari, born in Dallas, Texas in 1973, studied photography at the University of Oklahoma, then quickly moved to New York to work under photographers Richard Avedon and Patrick Demarchelier. Both masters of contemporary photography, during these apprenticeships James forged his perfection of light and technique. Through his easy-going, provoking, humorous demeanor, James is known for his connection between camera and model, which gives his work a feeling of intimacy and a closeness to its subject. James’ photographs have been featured in Vogue Mexico, German Vogue, Russian Vogue, Spanish Vogue, Vogue Brazil, Latin American Vogue, GQ, The New York Times Sunday Magazine, Details, I.D., Glamour (worldwide), Marie Claire (worldwide), ElleUk, Sports Illustrated, Treats, Glass, and V Magazine.