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Last activity: Nov 27, 2009
Joined: Apr 11, 2006


TongaPictures

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Hudson Valley,NY and NYC, New York
TongaPictures

Mayhem #125006
Photographer


MM URL: http://www.modelmayhem.com/tongapictures

About me
My love of photography began while still a boy in Harare.  I used to sneak into my father’s office and play with the cameras in his bags.   On my 16th Birthday I received my first camera a 35mm rangefinder (Helena) from my sister.  I was hooked.  This fascination has led me on a 20+ year journey as a professional photographer.  I have been blessed to have been under the guidance of the late R.A. Muronda (my father) a renowned portrait photographer.   Who in 1948 paved the way for black photographers by being the first African to open a portrait studio in Salisbury, Rhodesia (what is now known as Harare, Zimbabwe) and an older brother a writer/filmmaker.   
    I received my formal training and education in Harare, Zimbabwe and Temple University in Philadelphia.  My love for photography has inspired me to see beauty in everything I photograph. 

      Their work demeanor is professional yet refreshingly laid back and assures an enjoyable shooting experience for the client while empowering the most reserved personality to be comfortable and confident in front of the lens.  Equally dedicated to the creative process, no stage in a project's conceptualization or development is beyond their imaginative ability.

********The human body is the quintessential photographic subject that can be returned to and explored without becoming stale and always with different results.******

A new addition was added to our team July, 2007-A son

~~~~~Unless I contacted you, I do not shoot TFP/CD. If you are interested in a quote for a paid test, please feel free to contact me. ~~~~~~~

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TongaPictures's list of killer photos   16 pics


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TongaPictures has 1194 friends.
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cambriea
Model
2009-11-25 11:08:18
awesome port. I really enjoyed going threw it and seeing all the art you have made. :)

Cambriea.
Ryan-Bater
Photographer
2009-11-22 10:36:31
Love your portfolio,
I would love to be a proffesional photographer some day in the future,
there is so much competition though |:
Keep the good work up,
-Ryan :D
The SongPoet
Model
2009-11-21 08:12:52
nice work!
gene corleto
Photographer
2009-11-08 05:08:11
OUTSTANDING PORT
Ciara-Denise
Model
2009-11-06 10:21:03
your port continues to impress me!
mojokiss
Photographer
2009-11-02 03:22:23
you're freakin good. you trust yourself i can see that - improvising and using your inner eye always. great work!
EMB
Model
2009-11-01 14:53:24
I absolutely ADORE your work :-)
Caitlin Cunningham
Model
2009-10-30 18:44:46
Amazing port!
3ZEROSfotogrofi
Photographer
2009-10-30 07:40:04
I hope your shoot is an epic one...
Heiesuke The Artist
Artist/Painter
2009-10-23 05:36:07
I likes this port.
Lord Tompkins
Model
2009-10-22 08:34:10
Shoot me ;)
Miss Shanna
Photographer
2009-10-21 13:32:09
Great port.
Ena Adams
Model
2009-10-18 18:43:48
cool work
illicit princess
Model
2009-10-18 09:59:00
great port
Take 1
Photographer
2009-10-18 06:31:24
Excellent Portfolio.......


Much Respect


Marvin Striggles
TAKE 1
Jesse Vasquez Imagery
Photographer
2009-10-17 11:09:36
great work! I especially love the fashion port.
Sweet Cindy
Model
2009-10-14 18:45:36
I love your work! Beautiful!
Nicole M Berg
Model
2009-10-03 16:50:53
Love your work. I think I said that already thought. Great job! Can't wait to see more!
Alexandra Grace
Model
2009-09-30 23:00:37
You have a wonderful portfolio!!!!! Amazing work!

~AlexGrace
AmberDan
Model
2009-09-26 04:38:02
i got my cd! thanks!
Kathryn Carter
Model
2009-09-22 03:26:55
Good evening here : )
Your port folio is quite lovely.
Peace
Sherry Cabronett
Model
2009-09-19 16:11:34
Very lovely work =)
Nicole M Berg
Model
2009-09-12 16:48:38
Truly diverse and beautiful portfolio. Great work! I love all of it. =D
Krystin Marie
Model
2009-09-12 11:12:21
I love your style! Seriously beautiful!
Mattea Loveland
Model
2009-09-08 17:28:38
i love your port...
you do amazing work....

Zoe West
Model
2009-09-06 07:56:06
I am So So So happy with the Images thank You for all of your hard work
keep in touch
-Zoe
AmberDan
Model
2009-09-04 10:52:48
those leaves will be changing colors and i need experience! we'll be in touch :D
AmberDan
Model
2009-09-01 14:07:52
thanks for a fun and relaxing shoot this weekend. i can't wait to see how they turned out!
Kiiran C
Model
2009-08-27 11:07:53
Amazing port! :)
l y n n a e
Model
2009-08-26 17:36:12
Definitely! :) Thanks for everything, and sorry we had to cut it short. It didn't take as long to get back home. Can't wait to see how they turned out. Have a great weekend! :)
Rowza
Model
2009-08-21 10:20:05
Love your portfolio,absolutely full of beautiful images.Roza
Catharina aka Cat
Model
2009-08-20 16:47:48
lets shoot!
modernisimo
Photographer
2009-08-16 11:20:25
I like your work, especially the natural light shots. I'm tagging you so I can keep up with your port.
LJ Hill Beaute
Makeup Artist
2009-08-13 20:15:21
Good night
Zoe West
Model
2009-08-10 06:04:55
Tapiwa
thank you for yesterday it was a pleasure working with you
keep in touch
-Zoe
II Visions Photography
Photographer
2009-08-01 09:36:22
Great shots...... Like the location selections.
aventuryn
Model
2009-07-23 04:09:37
Fantastic images! - fully enjoyed looking at them all:)
Christine 7487
Model
2009-07-11 09:55:50
Just wanted to say thanks very much and I had a great time working with you! I would definitely be up for doing it again sometime! Looking forward to seeing the photos!
ABHISHEK SHARMA
Photoshop Wizard
2009-07-11 06:54:49
what a nice port you have! i like it very much :)



keep up the fab work!

regards
abhishek
J Deckner
Model
2009-07-06 18:27:39
Hi Tonga! I'm a friend of your model Alyssa Morar. I really like your work! If you're ever interested, I would love to do a TF* in New Paltz or NY.
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