The Model Photographer Meetup: Studio 4 - SUITS
Event Day
The night was filled with energy, creativity, and connection — bringing together press, photographers, models, designers, and creatives from across the region. From the moment doors opened, the space transformed into a true creative hub where new collaborations were formed and familiar faces reunited. We saw so many new attendees stepping into the community for the first time, alongside those who have been supporting this movement since 2022. That balance is what makes these gatherings special. Every 3–4 months, we intentionally create these spaces to offer real opportunities — whether it’s building portfolios, meeting future collaborators, gaining press exposure, or simply being in a room where creativity is celebrated. Watching our community continue to grow while staying grounded in mutual support is what keeps this movement alive.
Photos by Po Studios – Photographers: Nouf Muhsin (Official Photographer), Montserrat Villarreal, Valeria Hernandez, Vanessa Hernandez
Creative Direction
Creative Direction by Vivian Serrano
“This production was intentionally designed to merge high fashion with automotive culture, bringing structure, strength, and editorial presence to the theme of Suits. The integration of classic cars into the runway created a layered visual narrative — blending heritage, power, and identity with modern styling. The goal was to elevate the traditional meetup format into a more refined, fashion-forward experience while still remaining rooted in community. Every detail — from production scale to runway pacing — was curated to reflect growth, intention, and creative maturity.”
Collaborators & Partners
This event was made possible through the collaboration of talented individuals and brands who share a deep commitment to creativity, craftsmanship, and community.
Ricardo Marquez — Studio 4 Productions LLC
Owner
“I create because my passion is to deliver good productions and great shows.”
Studio 4 Productions is the largest production studio in El Paso, offering an expansive 12,000 square feet with 18-foot ceilings, making it a premier space for large-scale creative productions. Studio 4 served as the foundation for this event, providing the scale and infrastructure needed to execute an elevated fashion and creative experience.
Joshua Gonzalez — Classic Car Collector
Joshua’s lifelong passion for automobiles began in childhood, inspired by watching his father work on cars. While many view vehicles simply as transportation, Joshua sees classic automobiles as an expression of art, history, and personal identity.
For this event, Joshua showcased:
- 1967 Ford Mustang
- 1987 Buick Grand National
- 1966 MG Midget
Having owned over 30 classic vehicles, Joshua’s collection brought depth, nostalgia, and visual storytelling to the runway experience. The automotive culture in El Paso is deeply rooted, and his contribution honored that legacy while elevating the editorial atmosphere of the night.
Nadim Athie – Videography
Founder and Creative Director
Purple Roots assisted with the official videography for The Mode Photographer Meetup, capturing the event seamlessly.
Denice Martinez — Wear Ruby
Owner
Wear Ruby styled the runway models and provided PR support for participating talent. Known for blending bold femininity with modern edge, Wear Ruby added polish and cohesion to the show while offering valuable exposure opportunities for the models involved.
Runway Show Lineup
Nuhda Boutique
Owned by Denisse Salazar
4935 N Mesa St #3, El Paso, TX 79912 (Montecillo)
Established in 2014, Nuhda Boutique is known for its curated vintage aesthetic and timeless style. For this event, Nuhda featured a special collection exclusively styled for PO Studios, highlighting select Nuhda Vintage pieces. Owner Denisse Salazar’s eye for individuality and detail continues to shape one of El Paso’s most distinctive fashion destinations.
The Tux Shoppe
Owned by Chito Aguilar
12102 Montwood Dr. Ste E, El Paso, TX 79936
A family-run business for over 13 years, The Tux Shoppe & Boutique is recognized for exceptional customer service and refined menswear. Chito Aguilar and his team pride themselves on helping clients look their best for life’s most important moments, offering modern, elegant, and unique styles unmatched in the region.
HYPNÖSIS
Designed by Nath De La Mora
HYPNÖSIS was born with the support of Nath’s grandmother and family, evolving into a fashion brand with a powerful identity of its own. With showrooms in Mexico City and Juárez, the brand has dressed international artists including Drake Bell, Andrés Johnson, Majo Aguilar, and Prince Royce, and has been featured in InStyle Greece. HYPNÖSIS brought a bold, conceptual presence to the runway, bridging local culture with international fashion influence.
Classico Kitchen
Classico Kitchen sponsored the evening’s drinks and catering, ensuring guests and participants were well taken care of throughout the night. Their contribution helped create a seamless and welcoming experience from start to finish.
Runway Editorial Models
The runway editorial was brought to life by an incredible group of models who embodied the vision of the night and elevated each look with confidence, presence, and individuality.
- Kessia Montenegro
- Bryanna Jeske
- Michael Mier
- Jeo Banu
- Isai Morga
- Marcos Uges
- Jalen Morrissey
- Daniela De la Mora
- Abby McLeod
- Alexa Pinto
- Ale Morales
- Monika Castro
- Jayla Collins
- Anapau Chavez
- Paulina Lopez
- Adriana Terry
- Karen Estrada
- Naomi Garcia
- Alan Dominguez
- Adrian Sanchez
- Kerry Zimoh
- Todd Dolar
- Xavier Morales
- Juan Granados
- Rene Acosta
- Fernando Piña
- Fermin Manzanares
- Diego Martinez
Each model played a key role in translating the creative direction into a cohesive runway moment, contributing to an editorial experience rooted in fashion, movement, and storytelling.
PO Studios Team Highlight
This event was brought to life by the dedication, creativity, and collaboration of the PO Studios team.
By the Numbers
This event marked our largest production to date, with over 260 attendees and ticket sales doubling from our previous meetup. The campaign generated 35,000+ organic views on the official flyer alone, with 510 shares and over 104,000 total in-feed views across PO Studios’ posts. During the week of the event, our Instagram reach increased by 704%, reaching 41,700 accounts, and we saw over 200,000 profile views on the day of the show. With 50 creators posting, 536 stories shared, and amplification through our 600K Instagram and 1.5M TikTok members network, this activation extended far beyond the venue — becoming a true community-driven marketing moment for El Paso’s creative industry.
What’s Next
As our largest production to date, this event marked a clear evolution for PO Studios and the creative community we’ve been building since 2022. With attendance doubling and new faces entering the space alongside long-time supporters, the momentum continues to grow.
We host these activations every 3–4 months, each time raising the standard of production, collaboration, and opportunity.
If you are a creative looking to be part of the next experience — or a brand interested in partnering on future productions — we welcome the conversation.
This movement is growing, and we are just getting started.
Editors:
Noaf Muhsin
Montserrat Villarreal
Vivian Serrano