Maisie Cousins, Photographer, London

Description

This macro photographic editorial by Maisie Cousins features a multi-panel collage of extreme close-ups focusing on human lips wearing vibrant shades of red and pink lipstick. The composition incorporates film strip borders complete with frame numbers and sprocket holes, creating an analogue aesthetic. Various frames show close-up details of mouths, teeth, and skin textures, highlighting different lipstick finishes and tones. The lighting is soft and even, emphasizing the smooth textures of the lips and skin. The layout resembles contact sheet scans, presenting a tactile and intimate study of cosmetic application.

Style

Editorial, Vertical, Grainy, Clean

Techniques

Analogue / film, Macro

Industries

Cosmetics

Color

Context

Editorial