iM Random Snaps: MDM Visuals x Lexus GS450h

MDM Visuals Lexus GS450h Shoot

Photos by: Mike McConnell of MDM Visuals
Words by: JC Tenchavez
Vehicle: 2007 Lexus GS450h
Owner: Punit Patel

This past weekend, illmotion’s own Punit Patel informed me that he was next up for a shoot with the incredible Mike McConnell of MDM Visuals. You may remember the LS460L and CT200h photo shoot that Mike did for Jason Hoang and myself (Click HERE to refresh you memory), so when Punit asked me if I would like to tag along for his shoot, I had no hesitations as I love the whole “behind the scenes” atmosphere of being at a shoot, especially one of Mike McConnell’s. One thing I love about Mike’s shoots is the way he gets everyone involved to not only get a little assistance, but to make his photos that much more amazing (you’ll see what I mean with the night shots that were taken).

Before we get to the pictures however, here’s a little background story on Punit’s latest platform, a 2007 Lexus GS450h. Last winter, Jason, Punit and I were in talks to switch up our cars and try something that was very new to all of us, “VIP modding”. To make a long story short, Jason and I had already acquired our cars (a Lexus LS460L, and a CT200h respectively) and Punit was in search of THE Lexus he’s been wanting for a long time, the GS. After a couple test drives with two GS460 and two GS450h models, Punit eventually found himself as the owner of a Dark Blue Pearl GS450h.

Currently sitting modestly low on a set of BC Racing BR Coilovers and a rare set of AME Shallen LX wheels, Punit wasted no time getting his GS450h looking exactly how he envisioned it, and this is only the beginning. With plans for air suspension, aero, and a new set of wheels next year, it’s safe to say that Punit’s got this whole “VIP” thing figured out!

In the mean time, let’s enjoy a few super dope shots of Punit’s GS450h through the eyes of Mike McConnell of MDM Visuals.








I had mentioned earlier that Mike’s shoots get everybody involved, and this is where Punit and I were holding flashes from two different angles making this shot turn out the way you see it here! Love the interaction Mike incorporates into his shoots!

Possibly the most epic photo bomb ever courtesy of Jesse and his MKII! Haha!

Without a doubt this is one of the coolest shots that Mike captured featuring Punit’s latest Jordan cop, Glow 4s!

Fading to black with another successful MDM Visuals shoot in the bag!

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iM Random Snaps: MDM Visuals LS460L & CT200h Shoot

MDM Visuals: LS460L & CT200H Shoot

Words by: JC Tenchavez
Photos by: Mike McConnell of MDM Visuals
Vehicles: Lexus LS460L // Owned by: Jason Hoang
Lexus CT200h // Owned by: JC Tenchavez

A few days ago, Jason sent me a text informing me that Mike McConnell from MDM Visuals wanted to shoot his car. Without any hesitation, I immediately agreed to come along with him as I’ve seen Mike’s photos on Instagram (@mdmvis) and was super stoked to witness one of his photo shoots in person. Fast forward to the day of the shoot, Jason and I met up with Mike and his friend Jesse, who was playing the role as the chase car for the rolling shots.

As this was my first time meeting Mike and Jesse, I’m happy to say that these dudes were super chill and easy to work with. As this was the first time Jason had someone shooting his car, it was actually kinda weird to have him chillin’ with Jesse and I since I’m so used to doing photo shoots with him and he’s always taking pictures; but at the same time it was pretty refreshing to have him relax and have someone else shoot his car for once!

The part that surprised me the most during the shoot was Mike asking if he could shoot my car as well! Luckily, my car was clean and ready to go (it usually always is, working at a place with access to a car wash FTW!) and I just could not pass up on this opportunity! Long story short, we hit up two different locations and did rolling shots in transit from the first location to the second location, and finished with more rolling shots before we parted ways.

A big thank you to Mike and Jesse once again for the shoot! The pictures came out amazing as I expected from Mike, and with the sun getting ready to set at the time we were shooting, there’s no denying the fact this was all part of Mike’s master plan for the shoot!

But instead of continuing to talk about it, here’s a few of the photos that were taken by Mike…

NOTE: This is not the official feature for our cars, please stay tuned for that later on this year! Our cars are far from finished, as we are very new to this whole “VIP” thing. So please enjoy an MDM Visuals look at what we have done so far!

Starting off at the first location with Jason’s bagged Lexus LS460L on 21″ SSR Vienna Merisia wheels!

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First location, featuring my CT200h lowered on Work VS-XXs that were previously on my 10th Generation Corolla XRS.

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Now moving on to the second location, continuing with the CT…

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Second location, featuring Jason’s LS…

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Rear shot, with Jason and I chillin’ in the background
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Moving on to the dual shots, which Mike absolutely killed! Check out that sun set!

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Now onto our favorite part of any shoot, the rollers!

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Rollin’ together!

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Gonna end it with another roller of Jason’s LS! Hope you enjoyed these photos as much as Jason and I enjoyed the shoot!

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