Fantastic Man Hide 2025

Description

Shot by photographer Paul Kooiker for the 'Hide' editorial in Fantastic Man, this monochrome close-up portrait captures a mature man styled with an exaggerated pompadour hairstyle and structured black leather outerwear. Fashion editor Gerry O'Kane styles the subject in a high, sculptural collar that frames the jawline and neck. Hair styling by Kim Rance highlights defined silver-grey strands swept backward, complemented by Kathinka Gernant's clean makeup. High-contrast, directional studio lighting casts pronounced shadows across the model's cheekbones and brow against a smooth, neutral studio background.

Style

Editorial, Vertical, Moody, Monochrome

Techniques

Hard Light

Industries

Magazines

Color

Background

Grey Seamless

Context

Editorial