Raw emotion

Mariah Gale as Ophelia

You'll want to remember the name Paolo Troilo. A fast rising star in the art scene, the 40-year-old is known for his incredibly expressive black and white

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I've always been drawn to the natural emotions shown in the out-takes of my commercial beauty work so I decided to work with Amudat Hassan to create this series 'Joy'. As a beauty photographer, I photograph people most of the time, but rather than taking portraits, I concentrate on achieving the level of perfection that sells make-up. With this portrait I wanted to show the raw emotion, the un-restrained personality of the models behind the facade of digitally perfected beauty. The edit is…

A collection of beautiful images from the internet. I love to be visually inspired. So welcome to my little dot in the Universe! I am so pleased you stopped by. Pull up the chair and pour a glass of wine.

By Angela Meyer I am not sorry you think I’m “too much” to handle. Too intense. Too crazy, untamed and wild. I am not sorry these gypsy bones were birthed, unwrapped boxes, freed from boring ribbon perfection. Here’s the deal. I am not sorry. Not O-N-E single bit. I am not sorry for laughing too […]

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When working on location or in the studio, Oye Diran (previously) focuses on the natural grace and emotional impulses of his subjects. The Lagos-born New York-based photographer captures portraits that are refined and composed with natural elements, centering on singular figures set against calm, scenic backdrops or surrounded by flowers and fruits. Whether a personal project or commission for a magazine or fashion brand, his photos are minimal and tinged with whimsical details conveyed…