Tag: Australia
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Elasha Chhantyal in Bach Mai on the Cover of OFF TOWN Magazine
Featured in OFF TOWN Magazine, this editorial captures Elasha Chhantyal in a Bach Mai dress against Melbourne’s architecture. The series blends couture with city grit, celebrating collaboration, storytelling, and the artistry of fashion through timeless images across global backdrops.
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VIGOUR Magazine Presents: ‘Melbourne Hideaway’ Featuring Hannah Do
Our editorial Melbourne Hideaway featuring Hannah Do is now on the covers of VIGOUR Magazine. A story of love, style, and space captured in one of Melbourne’s most inspiring corners.
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Deep Dive: The Melbourne Portraits Project Audio Podcast
Step into an intimate audio conversation exploring the heart of The Melbourne Portraits Project. Hear how over 100 portraits came to life in a city locked down, told through two voices, one story, and the power of connection.
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Pia Gould: A Melbourne Editorial Reconnection
Melbourne-based model Pia Gould brings four distinct looks to life in this editorial collaboration. From power suits to streetwear, each frame captures her versatility, creativity, and effortless presence. A perfect reminder of why collaboration fuels unforgettable fashion storytelling.
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The Melbourne Portraits Project Featured on the Cover of MILKD Magazine
Featured on the cover of MILKD Magazine’s debut issue, The Melbourne Portraits Project is a visual ode to resilience and raw creativity. Captured on the streets of a city transformed, where fashion, identity, and emotion unfold in honest, collaborative portraits.
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A Photoshoot with Hannah Do in a Melbourne Hideaway
A quiet hideaway in Melbourne becomes the stage for movement, light, and story. With Hannah Do’s graceful presence and minimalist styling, this shoot explores how space and subject can create something honest, elegant, and timeless.
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Bringing Fashion to Life in Melbourne’s Alleyways
There’s something inspiring about watching a model make a dress her own. In Melbourne’s alleyways, Hridita brought effortless movement and emotion to this Scott Braxton design. It’s moments like these that remind me why I love fashion and editorial photography. Capturing style, personality, and storytelling in every frame.
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Hridita in Bach Mai: A Portrait of Elegance and Expression
Hridita brings effortless elegance to this Melbourne shoot, wearing a Bach Mai dress styled to reflect her unique personality. Through soft light and bold expression, she transforms the design into a captivating story of strength, mystery, and individuality.
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Unapologetically Bold: A Tribute to Bach Mai
Bach Mai’s bold design meets the striking presence of Elasha Chhantyal against the urban backdrop of Fed Square in Melbourne, Australia. Through minimalism and contrast, this shoot captures the essence of fashion storytelling, where movement, structure, and confidence converge to create a visually compelling narrative of strength and sophistication.
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A Few Parting Words on The Melbourne Portraits Project
Discover the creative spirit behind The Melbourne Portraits Project: A Photographic Ode. From Paul Tocatlian’s global journey to the joyful story of Clarence the Clown, this article celebrates collaboration, resilience, and the transformative power of shared stories.
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Where Portraits and Paint Collide
Chapter 12 of The Melbourne Portraits Project: A Photographic Ode, “Graffiti Lane,” is my heartfelt farewell to Melbourne’s beauty and creative spirit. Its streets inspired unforgettable portraits and stories. Pause, reflect, and discover the boundless creativity waiting around you.
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The Art of Self-Expression in a Timeless Haven
Chapter 11 of The Melbourne Portraits Project: A Photographic Ode, titled Le Petit Palais, captures the essence of self-expression and collaboration. Set in the timeless Anton Venoir Interiors, it celebrates bold individuality and the magic of shared creativity.
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When the City Lights Take Over
Chapter 10: City Lights in The Melbourne Portraits Project: A Photographic Ode is where Melbourne’s streets transform into a magical playground. Neon signs, reflections, and shadows spark creativity and adventure, turning each photo into a story as vibrant as the city itself.
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A Quiet Connection Between Creativity and Nature
Chapter 9 of The Melbourne Portraits Project: A Photographic Ode, Nature’s Gentle Touch, explores the transformative power of nature in photography, showcasing creativity, connection, and adaptability through vibrant imagery framed by Melbourne’s stunning gardens.
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True Power: Discovering Beauty in The Dark Side
In The Melbourne Portraits Project: A Photographic Ode, Chapter 8: “The Dark Side,” discover the unseen depths of emotion and shadow. True power lies in embracing our complexities and finding beauty in the balance between light and dark. Each portrait invites you to pause and uncover the captivating stories hidden beneath their striking surfaces.
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Raw Elegance: Fashion Photography in Melbourne with Elasha Chhantyal and Scott Braxton
Melbourne’s dynamic blend of urban and natural charm set the stage for a photoshoot collaboration with Elasha Chhantyal and Scott Braxton. Their synergy transformed fleeting moments into a captivating visual story, showcasing fashion’s elegance against vibrant, textured backdrops.
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Strike A Pose: Blending Motion, Stillness, and Emotion in Portraiture
Chapter 7: Strike a Pose from The Melbourne Portraits Project explores the art of posing. Through intentionally crafted stances infused with emotion, movement, and self-discovery, this chapter unveils how poses transform photography into storytelling, creating portraits that captivate and inspire.
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Blurring the Lines: Fantasy and Identity
Cosplay blurs fantasy and reality in The Melbourne Portraits Project, Chapter 6: Fantasy Meets Identity. These portraits celebrate creativity and transformation, capturing how individuals merge personal identity with the characters they embody, turning costumes into profound tools of self-expression.
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Pia Gould x Bach Mai: A Melbourne Story in Black and White
Pia Gould steps out in Bach Mai, transforming Melbourne’s streets into a canvas for high fashion. Blending elegance with raw urban energy, she reimagines the dress with bold gestures and playful interaction, turning every frame into a story.
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Reflections: The Layers of Perception
Explore The Melbourne Portraits Project, Chapter 5: Visual Echo, where reflections and layers reveal hidden depths. Discover how glass, light, and mirrors create dynamic portraits, blending reality and illusion to craft stories that challenge perceptions and captivate the imagination.
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Concrete Jungle: Human Expression in a Hushed Cityscape
In Chapter 4 of The Melbourne Portraits Project, Concrete Jungle, muted urban backdrops take a step back to amplify the vibrancy of human expression. These portraits celebrate individuality and presence, proving that simplicity and stillness can create profound visual stories.
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Unlocking Imagination: The Joy of Creative Photography
Discover the whimsical essence of The Melbourne Portraits Project: A Photographic Ode in Chapter 3, “Creative Freedom,” on the companion website. Explore vibrant imagery, bold storytelling, and collaboration, redefining creativity through playful props, dynamic settings, and imaginative expression.
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Urban Portraiture Reimagined with Chiaroscuro
Chapter 2 of The Melbourne Portraits Project comes alive on the companion website, showcasing portraits that reimagine chiaroscuro. Using Melbourne’s alleys and natural light, this chapter blends classical artistry with urban energy, highlighting the city’s raw textures and emotions.
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Turning Melbourne’s Streets into a Creative Playground
When I began this photographic journey, my focus was on capturing the essence of the creatives I collaborated with. However, as I spent more time shooting in Melbourne, I came to realize that the city itself was also a collaborator.
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Inside the Introductory Chapters: Crafting The Melbourne Portraits Project
Get an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at The Melbourne Portraits Project, diving into the inspirations, creative decisions, and personal connections that shaped the book’s introductory chapters. Discover the untold stories that bring this visual journey to life.
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