Billboard x Cardi B — Daylight Studio Hudson Yards

We had the pleasure of hosting and producing this high-profile editorial shoot at Daylight Studio Hudson Yards, featuring Cardi B for Billboard’s R&B/Hip-Hop Power Players issue. The project brought together an exceptional creative team to capture a bold, cinematic moment as Cardi B enters a new era with “Am I the Drama?”

This production was recognized by Billboard as part of Billboard’s Best Photography of 2025, celebrating outstanding vision, craftsmanship, and production excellence. Shot inside our Hudson Yards studio, the set provided the scale, light, and flexibility required for a luxury editorial of this caliber.

The imagery showcases Cardi B in a striking red Stéphane Rolland gown with a matching headpiece, paired with Valentino earrings — a powerful visual narrative reflecting confidence, artistry, and cultural impact.

Studio Location
Daylight Studio — Hudson Yards, New York City

Creative Credits
Photographer: ABDM Studio
Creative Direction: iam_kingpee
Styling: Kollin Carter
Hair: Tokyo Stylez
Makeup: Erika La’Pearl
Nails: Coca Michelle
Set Design: thajhb
Photo Illustration: SineLab (Cover & Red Queen Chess imagery)
Writer: CL24