Best Of photo shoots: Behind the scenes
Production for this year's Best of the Twin Cities involved months of planning, shopping, scouting, and arranging of schedules... all culminating in three days of photo shoots across four locations. The final product highlights contributions from many talented individuals and fine Twin Cities businesses.
Amateur video was shot on the during the first two shoots, at the home of DJ Jake Rudh, and at Manny's Steak House.
... and here are the final photographs. Browse the winners by clicking the category title, or view a full-size image by clicking a photo.
Accessories provided by Rewind
Gelatin "window" prepared by the Jelly Shot Test Kitchen
Clothing provided by Blacklist Vintage
Thanks to the staff at Parasole and Manny's Steak House
Clothing (convertible) provided by Lula Vintage Clothing
Sunglasses provided by Invision
1963 Pontiac Catalina convertible provided by Jonny Zygomatic
Clothing provided by Blacklist Vintage
BEST OF THE TWIN CITIES 2011:
Jen Boyles, Concept
Mike Kooiman, Art Direction
Emily Utne, Photography
Diondre Wallace, Hair and Makeup
Jessa Alt & DJ Jake Rudh, Mad Faces
Jeff Gerke, Assistant
MORE BEST OF THE TWIN CITIES:
- Slideshow: 'Best Of The Twin Cities' Photo Shoot Outtakes
- Video, apps, and other extras: Get the extras



































