Issue South America The Graduate: Valentin 2025

Description

This black and white editorial portrait captures model Valentin Humbroich seated in a dark leather armchair against a neutral seamless backdrop. Styled by Christopher Maul, the subject is shirtless and wears white shorts, black socks, woven dark shoes, and thick-framed eyeglasses. He holds a small open book in his hands, looking down thoughtfully as he reads. The composition employs high-contrast studio lighting that accentuates texture and form. The project, titled The Graduate: Valentin, was photographed by Mariano Vivanco for Issue South America, with grooming and styling contributions from hair stylist Issac Poleon and makeup artist Joey Choy.