About Union Visual

Union Visuals comprises of photographers, Erik Haslett and Rafael Jimenez. We both come from a background of shooting portraits of musicians and artists, and that creative energy still fuels everything we do today. We are non-traditional in the sense that, yes, as experienced photographers we know exactly how to make a pretty picture in any environment. But, knowing these rules only enables us to break them in new and creative ways. And, it is in that pocket of creativity where our photography is focused.

Erik Haslett

Ten facts about Erik

  1. Father of twin boys, many feel they look like triplets.

  2. Went on 7 week around-the-world trip with just his camera (and some clothing).

  3. Plays bass+ drums + is currently learning guitar.

  4. Home is Brooklyn NY, born + raised in Delaware.

  5. Graduated from Syracuse University.

  6. Favorite cuisine is Cuban, followed by Indian. Spanish tapas anytime anywhere.

  7. Also directs + edits professionally, mostly television + music video.

  8. Ran + completed the Philadelphia marathon.

  9. Strives to be a connoisseur of hot sauces + coffee.

  10. Favorite animal is an elephant. Has a dog + cat (unfortunately, cannot have an elephant in Brooklyn).

Rafael Jimenez

Ten facts about Rafael

  1. Born and raised in the city that never sleeps - NYC.

  2. Favorite color is navy blue. Why? Timeless and classic.

  3. NYU grad with a B.S. in Communications.

  4. Once launched a clothing line that hit Bloomingdale’s racks.

  5. Aquarian vibes: Obsessed with visual arts, architecture + NYC subway system (in no particular order).

  6. Japanese food is his love language - Sugarfish is the GOAT.

  7. Interned at MTV Video Music Awards. It was as cool as it sounds.

  8. Serious about his coffee, his footwear and his eyewear.

  9. Yankees + Knicks fan - An emotional rollercoaster.

  10. Happy talking tech or outside perfecting his lawn stripes.