Joshua Michael Shelton Photography, Los Angeles

In a time-lapse photograph, cars turn to blurs of movement as they zip along a highway. A lone helicopter jets through a sunset sky. An actor flaunts his high cheekbones in a tailored suit. In these photos and many others, photographer Joshua Michael Shelton turns everyday images into striking works of art. At his personal studio, he adds this knack for aesthetics to every image he snaps, whether it’s headshots, landscapes, fashion spreads, or the family portraits that remind parents how many kids they have. Shelton was inspired to pursue photography while working in a Chinese electronics factory, where he began taking photos to showcase the dynamic interplay between East and West in his neighborhood. Today, his shots continue to exhibit the same flair, thanks to his clothing, hairstyle, and posing recommendations.