Behind the Lens

Portrait, Editorial and Documentary Photographer, Tyrone Z. McCants

I am a self-proclaimed organic visual artist with a camera. I create images, visually bringing concepts and imagination to life. I've been in love with photography since I used my first 110 formatted camera. I began freelancing part-time in 2003 documenting people, culture and the performing arts. At the end of 2007 and at the beginning of the recession, I was laid-off from my day job. Although it was disappointing to lose a job I was dedicated to for several years, I took the experience as a cloud with a silver-lining and pursued my true creative passion - Photography. Two years later, Zire Photography and Graphics was born. I currently specialize in portraiture, documentary and commercial photography in the fields of music, sports, fashion and editorial. I am now studying journalism and film.

Clients and Features:

TOYOTA, NOTEY, BLACK ENTERPRISE, ESPN, SHOWTIME SPORTS, TARGET.COM, PARENTS MAGAZINE, PRECISE COMMUNICATIONS. AFRICAN LEADERSHIP MAGAZINE, CNG COMMUNITY NEWSPAPER GROUP, BROOKLYN BODEGA, BROOKLYN COURIER, OKAYPLAYER, MCGRAW-HILL COMPANIES, GLORY SPORTS INTERNATIONAL, LINCOLN CENTER ATRIUMFLUX, BROOKLYN DAILY, BROOKLYN PAPER, SHERDOG.COM, FIGHT PARROT, OKAYAFRICA, HYPERALLERIC, SUNNEVENT

The Company

We value the authentic connections and working alongside with our interesting and adventurous clients. We capture beautiful and wonderful memories through our lens. We provide our clients with nothing but the best product to meet their need. We believe that an appreciation of photography is essential to our clients and the primary aim of all we do is to work together with you to create magic in a unique and simple way. In short, we specialize in capturing personalities and stories through the lens. Check out My Services

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Feb 7, 2017 Tyrone McCants

Education, Information and Inspiration. That's what I enjoy reading. Although, I do love poetry, I am not really a story, fiction, fantasy type of reader. I'll take that in visual form {see What I Watch}

I'm currently studying - The First Americans Were Africans: Documented Evidence, by David Imhotep Ph.D.

I purchase more books for my kids than myself. The latest books I purchased are:

- How To Become A Game Designer: 1 1: The Ultimate Guide to Breaking into the Game Industry (How2Become)

- Best Business Practices for Photographers, Second Edition, via Kindle Apps;

- Biography of the Great Kings & Queens and Notable Great Black Men and Women.

I bought this book and a few others at the Nicholas Brooklyn Book store in downtown, BK.

For my poetry lovers, be sure to check out - Market of Dreams, by Ololade Siyonbola.

Ok I have to admit, I do enjoy reading a little adventure. I recently finished Shades of Memnon, by Gregory L. Walker. It was the first fantasy book I ever read and wanted to finish. It was a great beginning to the series. I'm looking forward to reading the next two parts. And lastly I just treated myself to a comic book - The Saga of Original Man. I yet to removed it from its slip. I may mount it.

Feb 7, 2017 Tyrone McCants

Feb 7, 2017 music Tyrone McCants

I've been a long time Music lover. From today's newest and youngest talents like STRO The Astronomical Kid, to the funk of the 60s from Maceo Parker, and even further back to the vintage big city blues classics from T-bone Walker. With the combination of my mother playing her Motown favorites throughout the day and me staying up to catch Mr. Magic Super Rap Attack on the radio, and with the Latin and Caribbean music pulsating thru the Bronx, my love for music only expanded.

Here are a few of my music projects:

The "What Is Hip-Hop?" Project
Jazzy Nights
Music Portfolio

Radio, I am mad at you. I do not appreciate being forced to hear the same 7 artiss throughout the day. There are a couple of stations I listen to here in Arizona. It's 101.1 The Beat and 104.3, 91.5 Jazz

Feb 7, 2017 music Tyrone McCants

Feb 7, 2017 Tyrone McCants

I watch about 10 hours of televisions a week. I am usually on Netflix or Vudu. I might go to a movie depending what's out.

Also on my tv, I play Madden on playstation during some late hours when I need a break from editing or studying.

Recent things I saw and my ratings:

Movie - Hidden Figures - 4 Stars
TV Series - Zoo - 4 Stars
TV Series - New Edition Story - I only saw one episode - 4 1/2 Stars
Movie - Moana - 5 Stars - The kids loved it. Me too.
TV Series - Luke Cage - 4 Stars
TV Series - The Get Down - 3 1/2 Stars

Movie Night Recommendations
Scent of a Woman
One flew over a Cuckoos Nest

Feb 7, 2017 Tyrone McCants

Feb 7, 2017 Tyrone McCants

I do a lot of world study. I start with a series of questions and start seeking the root of the answer. I enjoy studying the arts, science, nature, astronomy, history, technology, film and movies, sports, and culture

70% of the time I am studying the art of photography and imagery.

I am currently studying SEO marketing.

Feb 7, 2017 Tyrone McCants