Jonathan Mannion from RESPECT on Vimeo.

RESPECT. Magazine recently got together with well-respected Hip-Hop photographer Jonathan Mannion for a segment of its Self Portrait Series produced in conjunction with K-Swiss. This video offers us a closer look into the body of work from Jonathan and his importance in the world of Hip-Hop photography as a whole. Enjoy! (Via Hypebeast)

It wasn't until that Maestro Knows episode did I realize that those photos were Jonathon Mannion photos. He has SO many iconic photos of so many people that make hip hop what it is, I respect the man for staying true to his vision and sticking with it all of these years.

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Jonathon Mannion

Maestro Knows - NYC Edition (Jonathan Mannion) from Maestro Knows on Vimeo.

One of my favorite Maestro Knows episodes ever. 1) The artistry of Jonathon Mannion is untouchable. I never knew who he was until this video but I can send him out a private thank you through the universe as I've seen his photos time and time again and they truly are.. timeless. 2) When he spoke on Aaliyah and pulled out some of the most iconic pictures I identified with Aaliyah, it brought me back to when I found out she passed along with the time when I found out Left Eye passed. 2 women to me who I really really loved and admired growing up. May they rest in peace. I miss them. 3) Levi's personality is contagious not to mention, he's not so bad on the eyes ;)