Fashion and celebrity photography comes to life with Phil Knott, an in-demand photographer with an edgy, A-list client roster. His recent switch to a digital workflow took his work to a whole new level, particularly when shooting rapper Lloyd Banks.

From the battle-scarred Middle East to hurricane-ravaged Louisiana, Vincent Laforet's photos for the New York Times have captured the aches of a world in turmoil with a visual poetry that belies his relative youth. Though best known for his aerial photography, Laforet is also accomplished in post-production, with his pioneering digital workflow the subject of a profile by Apple. In this Spotlight, experience Laforet's creativity and insight first-hand, and see his work for yourself.