Modern Weekly China: Encountering an Ancient Village

Oct 2026

Encountering an Ancient Village is a fashion editorial produced for Modern Weekly China, captured by photographer Ye Fei. The series explores a narrative of travel and style, grounding contemporary designer fashion within the textures of traditional rural architecture and organic landscapes. The imagery employs natural light and chiaroscuro techniques to highlight the contrast between detailed, patterned textiles and weathered stone, wood, and foliage. Models Luoyi and Zhao Ziqi are featured throughout, positioned within intimate, raw environments that range from open-air pavilions to elevated overlooks of rolling hills. Technically marked by earthy tones and an analogue film aesthetic, the editorial leans into a serene, grounded atmosphere. The production balances human subjects with the surrounding architectural heritage, utilizing both clean, daylight-lit compositions and moody, low-key lighting to emphasize rich material textures.

Editorial, Horizontal

Natural light

Editorial