Miuccia Prada

“Photography has been my passion since early childhood. My motivation is to discover and capture the beauty, even when it is not always readily self-evident, that surrounds us continuously in all areas of our everyday lives. I believe the finest images are those that are serious yet playful, aesthetically appealing yet a bit quirky. As both an artist and an admirer, my favorite photographs tend to be ones whose contents speak loudly for themselves even when it is not immediately clear exactly what they are saying. They seek to inspire their viewers to wrestle with their intriguing contents and, as a result, ponder various aspects of our surrounding world in new and unique ways.”

Kylo-Patrick Hart

"Pose."

Brigitte currently lives in Switzerland. She is a self-taught photographer, started shooting as a child inspired by her grandfather whose name she chose to bear as her artist’s name to honour him. 
 
She shot with a film camera for years be it color or black and white, spent hours developing her films in a dark room. In her twenties she travelled around the globe taking her camera along and thus gained great experience especially in landscape and street life photography. 
 
Being reasonable instead of listening to her passion she studied medicine and is still partly working as a medic. Though after a life changing event she had more time for herself and the passion for photography came back stronger than ever. Still taken mostly by landscape and street life photography but also starting to experiment with other approaches.

Brigitte B Burckhardt

“I normally stay away from the city preferring some known or unknown neighbourhoods. This time though, I decided to give it a go. Walking around the Gherkin, the Lloyd’s building, the Talkie Walkie and the Leadenhall Market. I was stunned. I loved the mixture of new and old. So, I was standing there looking up. Looking up and there he was. So elegant and stylish, proud and handsome I was seduced and took a photograph. He seemed to look nowhere. He seemed to be somewhere else, floating in the air. His walk so smooth but for sure he was walking in his shoes.”

"Walking in My Shoes."

Michael Eckart was born in West Germany after the Second World War. He spends a lot of time in Japan, Bali and Asia. Venice is like home to him now. 
 
When he was young he wanted to be a photographer or a designer, he always wanted to create something. However, these two passions did not play a major role in his life until much later. 
 
In Paris, where he exhibited his jewellery from 2004 to 2006, he was awarded the “Étoiles de Mode”; for best design three times in a row. During his time as a jewellery designer, he had many publications in prestigious glossy magazines such as Vogue, Harper’s Bazaar, Elle and others. 
 
In 2016, his son gave him his old camera. That’s when he started taking photographs. In 2024, he entered his first photography competition and was successful.

Michael Eckart

“Stray Cats” are freedom-loving and unconventional. They don't like to be subordinated. This is probably also true for the members of the rockabilly band “Stray Cats”. Rockabilly is a variant of rock and roll that was developed in the mid-’50s by young white musicians in the South from the black rhythm and blues of the time. In Japan, especially in Tokyo, there are clubs whose members are dedicated to rockabilly. They live rockabilly and the style of the American 50's and meet every Sunday at the entrance of Yoyogi-Park to party and dance. They call themselves “The Strangers” or “Fallen Angels”, which is probably due to the rejection of these groups by part of Japanese society. Sometime in the summer, a few years ago, I also spent half a day in Yoyogi-Park, where the photos for this series were taken. When I looked at my old photos again, the motifs began to dance before my eyes.”

"Stray Cats and Kawaii Girls."

“I am based in London and my photography journey began during lockdown in May 2020. It was a dark time for many, but we had a wonderful spring and summer. As flowers and shrubs came into bloom, I would photograph them on my iPhone, and sent a flower daily to family and friends in order to cheer them up. The photographs were extremely well received, and everyone began looking forward to them to the extent that once lockdown was over there were many complaints as I had stopped sending pictures. I restarted again, this time walking the streets and taking many pictures of flowers in front gardens and along people’s front paths. I then began to edit as artistically as I could. After about 18 months, I bought myself a Fujifilm TX30ii and there was then no holding me back. I have now moved on from flowers, and enjoy, portraits, wildlife and street photography.”

Olive Lewin

"Street Wear."

“Be beautiful but not seductive. Don’t stand out because you can provoke someone. Don’t be rude, be gentle. Be passive, be low. You have to be thin but not skinny. Be beautiful, but not too much. Dress femininely, because otherwise, no one will love you. Be strong, but fragile at the same time. Never give up, and never make mistakes. You can desire money, but you mustn’t be mercantile, it is repulsive. You can love yourself but not be 
selfish. Speak your mind, but don’t be rude or hurt anyone. Be a good girl. Build a career, but don’t dive too deep into it, remember, your family should come first. You must act like a girl. What the **? What is wrong with this world? This project is not about me. It’s about women. It’s about the pressure we experience every day but rarely speak about. This project is about freedom of expression. It’s about embracing your true self even if someone else disapproves. What matters is being authentic to yourself."

Daria Chyzhyk

“Act Like A Girl, Polina Iordanova.”

“I am José, a 29-year-old Brazilian with a background in economics and a recent passion for analog photography. Currently, I am living as an expat in the Netherlands, and analog photography has become one of my favorite hobbies. In a way, it’s a collection of memories from my time living abroad. I also chose analog photography because it reflects the unpredictability of life, with its mistakes, unexpected lighting, and lessons learned. Through it, I can share how I see this world.”

José Mendonça

“The photos feature Fortune, an expat living in the Netherlands who passionately advocates for his homeland, Biafra, a partially recognized state in West Africa during the 1970s, now part of Nigeria. Fortune channels his passion for his homeland's independence through daily livestreams, where his vibrant sense of fashion shines as an integral part of his identity. His style not only reflects his personality but also serves as a powerful medium of self-expression.”

“Fortune n1.”

“Fortune n2.”

“Fortune n3.”

This is a group of photographers consisting of a fashion designer, a stylist, an artist, and an architectural designer, all in two persons. 
 
Helena Art acts as the main photographer in this mother-and-daughter duo. 
 
Carolina Anyways is engaged in artistic post-processing of the photos, using a non-standard approach where 85% is manual processing and 15% is the implementation of AI. 
 
The plot of the future shoot is invented together, with the scenery and styling carefully created. Helena Art & Carolina Anyways often work with artistic and fashion photography, but each of their works becomes a unique piece of art. 
 
They appeared as a photo duo in 2015. Both members have extensive experience in fashion, painting and architecture. Helena Art and Carolina Anyways are engaged in fine art photography, as well as fashion and product photography. 
 
They have collaborated with many fashion magazines, museums and advertising agencies.

Helena Art & Carolina Anivajus

"This series was made for our own brand CDNE. We wanted to convey the spirit of the collection dedicated to Pan-Asian culture of the 20's of the last century and thousands of shimmering lights of New York, London and Paris. Swirl in the stormy dance of megacities, there is a quiet harbor shrouded in haze and filled with the color of the setting sun Invites the most curious and sophisticated lovers of the world of fashion to visit."

“Pan-Asian.”

Qianqian Jia graduated from the Royal College of Art in 2023 in Fashion Design. 
 
“For me, fashion is a way of expressing myself, and it is highly personal. I think about the people, the things I saw, and the unexpected occurrences in life. Fashion doesn't just exist in the closet; it is in our lifestyles, beliefs, talking and laughing, and the passage of years. It means nothing when it’s just a dress. But when combined with the occasion, the dresser, and the mood, it is alive and has a great sense of story.”

Qianqian Jia

“Existence.”

Nikol Pintová is an interdisciplinary artist living in the Czech Republic. Her artistic journey encompasses a wide range of creative expressions, including photography, drawing, painting, and she is also interested in fashion design. Since her youth, she has been deeply fascinated by the art world and has explored different mediums of art and artistic techniques. Her dedication and passion for art has driven her to constantly evolve as an artist and find new ways to express her unique vision.

Nikol Pintová

"B&W."

Tes Berge is a contemporary photographer based in London, known for her innovative approach to visual storytelling. Her work transcends conventional photography by merging meticulous detail with profound allegory, often drawing parallels to themes of vulnerability, metamorphosis, and instability. 
 
Berge's unique ability to manipulate lighting and composition creates a painterly effect, setting her apart from her contemporaries. Her photography often evokes a sense of discomfort and fascination, compelling viewers to confront their biases and look closer at the “other”, be it an overlooked insect or a broader ecological theme. 
 
Berge's work has gained recognition in various prestigious platforms, including exhibitions and critical publications, solidifying her position as a rising star in the art world. Her commitment to high-definition clarity and legibility, coupled with her poetic sensibility, ensures that her photographs are not merely documentation but acts of storytelling.

Tes Berge

"Black Swan."

"Originally from Anchorage, Alaska, I am a photographer now living in St Paul, Minnesota (USA) where I also teach literature and writing at the University of St Thomas. I have had photographs published in Black & White Magazine and in Shots Magazine. And I have participated in exhibits at the Praxis Gallery in Minneapolis (USA), Blank Wall Gallery in Athens (Greece), and The Glasgow Gallery of Photography (Scotland). I've long been inspired by the work of Saul Leiter, along with Bruce Davidson, Garry Winogrand, Chris Killip, Anders Petersen, Larry Fink, and Mary Ellen Mark. As a photographer, mostly of the streets, I hope to capture the very "magic of the street" that Rebecca Solnit, in her book Wanderlust, calls "the mingling of the errand and the epiphany."

Doug Phillips

“Italy, Rome.”

"London, Camden."

“I am London based photographer, mature student of photography at Morley College Chelsea. Photographing fashion, mainly behind the scene is fascinating. It is not just the clothes as such that I love photographing but the effect they have on people wearing them. It is the small detail such a wonky toe, oversize shoe, but also vanity, 
that I like to capture.”

Justyna Nascimento

“Shoes are true reflection of people's personalities, i.e. there is a “featherily” flat shoe person and the killer boot person. By zooming in with my lens I show the viewer those details and try my best to draw attention to personalities and self expression.”

“Killer Boots.”

“Featherily Flats.”

Originally from North Dakota, Robert Matejcek obtained his BA in Art, Magna Cum Laude, from Fontbonne University in St. Louis, Missouri. 
 
Robert's work, a combination of traditional and new mixed-media, has been exhibited nationally and internationally. Robert and his wife, Anna, currently reside with their dogs, Willow and Indy, and their guinea pigs, Honeysuckle and Poppy, in La Junta, Colorado.

Robert Matejcek

“As a neurodivergent individual challenged by verbal communication, my process is frequently informed by a desire to advocate for those who struggle to find their voice. At the same time, however, much of my work is often also intentionally vague and relatively obscure. Many of my pieces, therefore, tend to indicate unrest amongst banality; they imply a potential for the occurrence of something unusual and significant. Those specifics, however, are often dependent upon individual interpretation. I am particularly interested in establishing a dialogue between societal norms, mores, and expectations, technological advances, and the more traditional aspects of my artistic practice.”

“A with Art Deco Nimbus Headpiece.”

"Fashioned"

“I am an aspiring fashion photographer who has just graduated from the University of the West of England with a BA photography degree. My work focuses on female identity and self expression through the use of fashion which I have always had a keen interest in, especially the creative aspect of this. I am currently working alongside a vintage clothing brand as their fashion photographer, capturing their unique pieces of clothing. I would love to be able to showcase my work and build a career within the fashion industry.”

Lila-Rose Marcuson

“Theses images are from my most recent series ”The Female Age”. The Female Age is a series that visually explores female identity from the perspectives of young women. Through intimate portraits, the series captures the essence of being a young woman today, from the pressures of societal expectations to the empowerment found in self expression. I utilise clothing, hair and makeup to transform ones identity and see how each are perceived differently by the viewer.”

"In Bloom."

"Her."

Fashion is both a language and a medium of communication. It is shaped by a confluence of aesthetic, social, and political forces, with the garments we choose to wear acting as potent markers of cultural identity. These are not simply utilitarian; they reflect our position within the broader context of history, society, and time. Through the continuous evolution of textiles, design, and craftsmanship, fashion assumes a central place in the formation and reconfiguration of the self. 

Fashion is not static, nor is it confined to appearance. Fashion is, therefore, not solely an external signifier of style, but a complex articulation of the narratives of gender, class, and power. It encapsulates the aspirations, anxieties, and realities of those who wear it, serving as a mirror to the essence of the times.