Prelude
A beginning in print.
Prelude is a fashion and editorial photography zine by Paul Tocatlian and Kisau Press. It offers the first printed glimpse of Sixteen Tales from Around the World.
Beginning, Becoming, Boldness, and Belonging trace a journey from quiet possibility to confidence and connection.
Zine
Format
4
Emotional movements
Kisau Press
Publisher
Sixteen Tales
Companion work
Four Movements
The sequence moves from quiet possibility to confidence and connection. Emotion, rather than geography, shapes its rhythm.
01
Beginning
Stillness before motion. Quiet images leave room for curiosity and the first possibility of change.
02
Becoming
Gesture and gaze begin to shift. Identity gathers shape as confidence moves gently into view.
03
Boldness
Color deepens and silhouettes sharpen. Each frame claims its space with certainty and presence.
04
Belonging
The sequence settles into connection, joy, and the freedom of arriving fully as yourself.
From Zine to Book
One sequence became a wider world.
Prelude began by arranging photographs through feeling. That experiment became the first printed step toward Sixteen Tales, a 188-page book of sixteen stories across eight cities.
Making Prelude
The edit found its rhythm in print.
A workshop with photographer and educator Ted Forbes helped move Prelude from screen to page. His work through The Art of Photography and Visually Speaking reinforced a simple idea. Selection, rhythm, and sequence turn strong photographs into a story.
Featured Contributors
Prelude was shaped through collaboration. Expand each group to meet the people and labels represented in the zine.
Models (15)
Fashion Designers (6)
Jewelry Designers (2)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Prelude?
Prelude is a 48-page fashion and editorial photography zine by Paul Tocatlian, published by Kisau Press. It presents a focused emotional sequence of photographs connected to the larger Sixteen Tales project.
How is Prelude connected to Sixteen Tales?
Prelude was created as the first printed glimpse of Fashion and Editorial Photography: Sixteen Tales from Around the World. It follows its own four-part emotional arc while introducing the visual language of the completed book.
Can I preview the zine online?
Yes. The interactive preview opens on Mixam and lets you look through the publication before ordering.
Where can I purchase Prelude?
Prelude is available through Mixam for $20.00 USD. Use the Get Your Copy button on this page to open the current purchase listing.
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Whether I am working on location or in the studio, I rely on the Sony Alpha 7R series for its high-resolution sensor, fast and accurate autofocus, and exceptional range of high-quality lenses. Together, these tools help me stay connected to the subject, follow movement, and weave the surrounding environment into a richer visual narrative.
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