At Galaxy Macau with Ana R

Behind the scenes with Ana R; 

At Galaxy Macau with photographer Until Chan and HK's very own model-icious... Ana R. 

Ana Rivera, widely known as Ana R., is an international model, actress, and entrepreneur who established herself as a prominent figure in Hong Kong’s fashion industry. Born in Texas to a Korean mother and a Puerto Rican father, she began her modeling journey at the age of 13 after winning a talent contest in Orlando, Florida. Her career quickly took off, leading to international modeling opportunities in Canada and other countries and capitals worldwide.

Rivera moved to Hong Kong after opening a major runway show for Gucci. Her distinct look and strong professional presence rapidly made her one of the region’s most sought-after models, appearing in numerous campaigns for high-profile luxury brands, fashion magazines, and commercials over the decades.

Leveraging her extensive experience within the fashion industry, Rivera transitioned into talent management and business leadership by founding Model One, a top modeling agency based in Hong Kong. As the co-owner and director of Model One, she plays an active role in scouting, mentoring, and developing local and international models, helping shape the landscape of Asia's modeling sector.

In addition to her modeling and business endeavors, Rivera is married to Brad Garland and is a mother of two children, Maya and Ryan. Balancing the demands of managing an agency, public appearances, and family life, she continues to maintain Hong Kong as her permanent home base while remaining a key personality in the local entertainment and fashion scenes.

Taner in a Tux at Island Shangri La Suite at The Island Shangri-La Hong Kong

Trust the process. Shooting in one of the most gorgeous suites in Hong Kong - the Shangri-La Suite at The Island Shangri-la in Hong Kong, was a bit iffy about taking the shot in the large bathtub in the largest private bathroom in the city. 

Pacing up and down like a lunatic, sent out panic smoke signals to frequent collaborator, photographer Dino Busch. The phrase trust the process came to mind. Once we all emptied the room, the final shot came through. Impeccably. 

Like I said, trust the process!  

Full look; Dunhill. 

In February 2024, at the National Portrait Gallery, a new chapter of Dunhill - now more than 130 years in - unfolded as Simon Holloway presented his debut collection for the Richemont-owned brand. As the latest creative director of Dunhill, Holloway didn’t just revitalise the polished British icon, he reinvented modern menswear for a contemporary market. Full feature in my Best of Style column. 

Photography: Dino Busch @dinobuschphotography

Stylist: Bhisan Rai @styledbybhisan

Hair and Make-up: Karen Yiu @karenyiumakeupart

Model: Taner from Model One @tanersc @modelonehk

 

Throwback Thursday: Behind the scenes of a video shoot and interview

Always fun working with Jason. TBT to this interview/video shoot. We created our own background and set at the corner of the office. A tighter budget means, you get creative real fast to make it work. 

BTS: Behind the scenes

 Interviews, shoots, production... 

BTS: Behind the Scenes of a Fashion Shoot

Knew a few things from the start; Karen Yiu (and her team) for hair and makeup, Dino Busch as photographer and Bhisan for Styling and getting all the looks together. I've worked with Taner S since 2009 (Model One agency FYI) so we didn't even need to cast him. The entire team had worked with him at some point or another, Hong Kong's resident super model. 

Shot entirely on location at the fab Island Shangri-La in Hong Kong. We've tried to present some of the best facets of this hotel... 

Magazine out in Spring/Summer; Robb Report Hong Kong, Best of the Best 2025

 

TBT: Behind the Scenes of a Magazine Cover Shoot

 

TBT: Behind the Scenes of a Magazine Cover Shoot. 

Working with Feiping is always a pleasure; she's on time, she's very good to the team, she's involved and creative, puts her own stamp in all her shoots - and she gives a shout out to the crew when they do a great job. 

Follow her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/xoxofei/

As incredible as her images are, her gorgeous twin girls-the best dressed kids in the world-are taking over. 

TBT: This shoot with Edwing Chuang and Olivier Yoan

Working with Edwin is always fun. Fantastic young man, good soundbites, great pics.

 

TBT: Behind the scenes of a shoot with photographer Alex Aalto Producer | Photographer | Film maker

 

Working with Alex Aalto has always been so brilliant. Short clip from when we were doing casting and trials for a shoot... that got delayed - pandemic pause - and then further extended as all studios closed. 

Well, hopefully later in the year can pick up again... 

Feiping Chang on set: BTS of a shoot and video

 

A chat and shoot with Feiping Chang. Behind the scenes of a video, a photo essay by Olivier Yoan in print. 

With over 80,000 followers, the newly-pregnant Fei (known as  xoxofei on her wildly popular social media account, and I will be working on a feature/shoot.... soon! It's in the works! Pre-wedding, pre-baby, working with her is always fun! 

No muss, no fuss unlike... um.. No comment! ;0)

x

 

 

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The Wedding Shoot: Outtakes from a location shoot in Macau with Arthur Bray

Wedding shoots are... mostly dull. But we had a fun team - the long day was not so long with loads of laughter and music. 

Magazine life. 

TBT: Behind the scenes of a Lifestyle magazine cover shoot

Behind the scenes of a Lifestyle cover shoot - decked in Dior... 

One of the best cover-shoots EVER with Olivier.  

BTS: Behind the Scenes with Payal Shah: Bling it On: Indian Jewellery Designer

My chat and shoot with Payal Shah for the magazine. The crew behind the scenes - Olivier Yoan photographer, Megumi for makeup. Yes, I'm often criticised for using the same crew again and again. When you work with the best, why settle for less?! Although I should give more opportunities to young, new talent... 

With over 82,000 followers on social media, her account is a visual treat: https://www.instagram.com/p/CDOabtTpi-7/

You can read part of the feature and see the published shots online at https://www.prestigeonline.com/hk/people-events/inside-the-world-of-payal-shah/

 

Behind the scenes of a cover shoot

TBT to this cover shoot for the magazine. The crew behind the scenes. 

Perennial favs, stylist and art director Tasha Ling and photographer Dino Busch.  

 

BTS: Behind the Scenes of a cover shoot: Model, Photographer and a mini fashionable army

For the shot below, the crew above were on set. Three others not in pic. 

It takes a village... for that one shot in print. 

With some of my fav people above, photographer Olivier Yoan (a name that crops up frequently on this blog and my professional  life) and model-icious Mia Kang. She's even more gorgeous in person.