Robert Ector
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| Born | July 12, 1985 Cleveland, Ohio |
| Nationality | USA |
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Robert Ector (born July 12, 1985) is an American born fashion photographer, director and author. Ector is known for his photography and art direction with stars such as Mariah Carey, Mary J. Blige, Steve Harvey, Serena Williams, Nicki Minaj and Wendy Williams.
Early life and education
Robert Ector was born in Cleveland, Ohio on July 12, 1985. Ector’s love affair with the arts started at the tender age of two; recalling memories of extraordinary weekend painting excursions with his Grandfather, William Washington. These childhood times heavily influenced and contributed to his innate appreciation of limitless beauty.
After moving to Atlanta as a creative youth, Robert used his allowance to purchase disposable cameras and orchestrated photo shoots with members of his large family, ultimately turning these photos into elaborate albums that would fascinate his classmates.
In addition to coveted, hands-on, internships with highly renowned photographers, Ector’s vast educational experience began at Benedict College and concluded at The Art Institute of Atlanta where he studied Fine Arts & Photography.
Career
Having spent extensive time abroad in London, Paris and Italy photographing runway shows for elite designers such as DOLCE AND GABBANA, VERSACE, CHANEL, PRADA and FENDI, Ector contributes the fast-paced and often grueling world of international fashion to the honing of his photography skills. Ector's distinction in taste and observation of detail has landed his work in multiple national and international campaigns for VOGUE MAGAZINE, DISNEY, ABC, MAC Cosmetics, TIFFANY & CO, AMAZON, VARIETY, NBC Universal & many more.
Robert Ector Day in the city of Atlanta
In October 2022, The city of Atlanta honored Ector with official legislation recognizing November 5th as Robert Ector Day. This proclamation from Atlanta city councilman Michael Julian Bond, and presented by Mayor Kasim Reed, acknowledges Ector for his contribution to the city of Atlanta in the field of Photography & Video.
References
- ↑ Southwick, Hannah (2021-12-30). "Mariah Carey hits the hot tub in a sequined gown". Retrieved 2023-03-25.
- ↑ "60 Seconds with Mary J. Blige". Coveteur: Inside Closets, Fashion, Beauty, Health, and Travel. 2020-04-24. Retrieved 2023-03-25.
- ↑ "Nicki Minaj Returns With Rick James' Sampling New Song 'Super Freaky Girl'". www.yahoo.com. Retrieved 2023-03-25.
- ↑ MaGee, Ny (2018-06-08). "Robert Ector Photographs Wendy Williams in Stunning Instagram Shoot". EURweb. Retrieved 2023-03-25.
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