Focus With Jonathan Mannion

Jonathan Mannion is hip-hop's most epic photographer!

Straight Shooter - Jonathan Mannion is one of the most respected photographers in the music industry and has captured some of your favorite artists over the years as they graced the covers and pages of magazines like VIBE, XXL and The Source. His portfolio also includes some of your favorite album covers like Jay Z's Vol. 2...Knock Life and Eminem's The Marshall Mathers LP just to name a few. In observance of National Camera Day, let's take a look at a few albums with which he brought his photogenic eye. —Michael Harris (@IceBlueVA)(Photo: Roc A Fella Records, Ilya S. Savenok/Getty Images for Courvoiser, Interscope Records)

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Jonathan Mannion at 'Focus' - Jonathan Mannion poses for a photo at his "Focus" Gallery 874. He's feeling himself a bit and he should be!(Photo: Paras Griffin/BET/Getty Images for BET)

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Chris Bivins Came Through - Chris Bivin's came though and was drippin' sauce while posing for this photo.(Photo: Paras Griffin/BET/Getty Images for BET) 

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Michael Mauldin at Focus - Much love to industry heavyweight Michael Mauldin for coming by to check out the "Focus" exhibit.(Photo: Paras Griffin/BET/Getty Images for BET) 

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They Came to Slay - Shamaiah, Suryah and Amber came to slay in these outfits! (Photo: Paras Griffin/BET/Getty Images for BET) 

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Everybody Loves Mike - Michael Mauldin was having a great time and so were his guests!(Photo: Paras Griffin/BET/Getty Images for BET) 

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Yaaasss Mtiisha!  - Mtiisha Kai dressed in all black and looked great! (Photo: Paras Griffin/BET/Getty Images for BET) 

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Suuuper Cute - Samira Lashay came out to check out the exhibit in a simple, super cute outfit.(Photo: Paras Griffin/BET/Getty Images for BET) 

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Pastor Troy in Rare Form - It was great to see Pastor Troy come out and show his support for the arts.(Photo: Paras Griffin/BET/Getty Images for BET) 

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Robert Collins  - Robert Collins stopped and posed for a quick photo before checking out the exhibit.(Photo: Paras Griffin/BET/Getty Images for BET) 

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Monique Mitchell and Melissa Mitchell Looked Fab - Monique Mitchell and Melissa Mitchell looked fab and that head wrap is amazing!(Photo: Paras Griffin/BET/Getty Images for BET) 

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Dapper David Banner - David Banner was interviewed at the exhibit and he was looking as dapper as ever.(Photo: Marcus Ingram/BET/Getty Images for BET) 

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Pastor Troy Dropped Jewels - Paster Troy dropped a couple jewels in his interview at the "Focus" exhibit.(Photo: Marcus Ingram/BET/Getty Images for BET) 

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Aaliyah Our Angel - Mtiisha Kai posed for a shot with an epic photo of Aaliyah!(Photo: Marcus Ingram/BET/Getty Images for BET) 

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Jigga Is Classic - This photo of Jay Z back when he was Jigga is classic!(Photo: Marcus Ingram/BET/Getty Images for BET) 

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Famed photographer Jonathan Mannion talks hustle and passion in premiere of new show "Focus"

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Early B.I.G. - B.I.G. was an expert at commanding the crowd and this photo captures his essence in a way that we rarely see.(Photo: Marcus Ingram/BET/Getty Images for BET) 

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For All You ATLiens - Jonathan Mannion displayed an amazing photo that he took of OutKast for all of the attendees to enjoy.(Photo: Marcus Ingram/BET/Getty Images for BET)

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Jonathan Mannion and D Low  - Jonathan Mannion and D Low swag it out for the camera in front of a photo of Kendrick Lamar.(Photo: Marcus Ingram/BET/Getty Images for BET)

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The Full Story - Jonathan Mannion gives the full rundown on the story behind this epic photo of B.I.G.(Photo: Marcus Ingram/BET/Getty Images for BET) 

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The Six God - This photo that Jonathan took of Drake is so amazing it looks like it could have been an album cover.(Photo: Marcus Ingram/BET/Getty Images for BET) 

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Marcy Projects - Jay Z may be a multi-millionaire now but he grew up in Marcy projects, and that neighborhood will always be a part of him.(Photo: Marcus Ingram/BET/Getty Images for BET) 

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Lil Weezy the Astronaut - This photo of Wayne is amazing! Jonathan really did his thing with this one!(Photo: Marcus Ingram/BET/Getty Images for BET) 

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'Work It' - Missy "worked it" in this picture and her iconic status shined though.(Photo: Marcus Ingram/BET/Getty Images for BET) 

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An Inspiration to a Generation - Kendrick is a constant inspiraration to the next generation. Can't you just feel the energy in this photo?(Photo: Marcus Ingram/BET/Getty Images for BET)

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Yasin Bey of BK - Jonathan's portfolio is deep and it's clear with this photo that he has some really great photographs in his collection.(Photo: Marcus Ingram/BET/Getty Images for BET) 

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Posing With Aaliyah -  This photo of Aaliyah is so amazing it will inspire you to get creative with your pose. (Photo: Marcus Ingram/BET/Getty Images for BET)

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K. Dot the Gemini - Kendrick Lamar is a Gemini and he lives up to all of the complexities that come along with his zodiac sign.(Photo: Marcus Ingram/BET/Getty Images for BET) 

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#BLESSUP - Jonathan takes a moment to say a prayer with his inner circle.(Photo: Marcus Ingram/BET/Getty Images for BET)

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View From the Booth - After all, what's an event without a DJ spinnin' dope music?(Photo: Marcus Ingram/BET/Getty Images for BET) 

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Everybody Say Cheese - These group shots are always the most fun!(Photo: Marcus Ingram/BET/Getty Images for BET)

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Jonathan Signs an Autograph - Jonathan Mannion takes some time to sign an autograph for his guest.(Photo: Marcus Ingram/BET/Getty Images for BET)

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For the Love of Hip-Hop - We do it for the love of the BET Hip-Hop Awards!(Photo: Marcus Ingram/BET/Getty Images for BET) 

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