STEPPING OUT

An unapologetically bold, stimulating, and inspired collection of photos and interviews with a cross-section of African American men and women age 50+ who share their stories, their styles, and how their love of fashion was born and bred.

Dazzling images from up and coming photographer Milton Washington capture their fashion choices and very essences - from intrepid to chic, from sophisticated to free-spirited. And, written by award-winning novelist Connie Briscoe, powerful narratives about their backstories, struggles, and triumphs will reveal the vast cultural, spiritual, and historical influences on their style evolutions.

The full book package will poignantly represent why seniors' styles are so profoundly meaningful and connected to their identities as African Americans, worthy of celebrating and important to chronicle for future generations.


Connie Briscoe is the author of the New York Times bestseller Big Girls Don't Cry, as well as A Long Way from Home, Sisters & Lovers (a Blackboard bestseller), P.G. County, Money Can't Buy Love, You Only Get Better, and Jewels (with photographer Michael Cunningham). She lives in Ellicott City, Maryland.
Born and raised in South Korea until the age of 8, Milton Washington was adopted by a military family and raised throughout rural and urban USA. Milton's unique and multi-cultural background gives him an uncommon edge and perspective on the people and life experiences he's allured by. His fascination is all translated through the lens of the people, cultures and happenings he chooses to capture with his still photography. His award winning work has been featured in The New York Times, Food & Wine, and Videomaker. And recently, Milton photographed an Afro-Futuristic fashion shoot for Emmy & Oscar nominated costume designer, Ruth Carter.