ICON Magazine Mena

Oct 2025

For the latest edition of ICON Magazine Mena, photographer Isaac Anthony captures Latin music artist J Balvin in a series of editorial portraits that explore contrast and tactile depth. The shoot oscillates between high-contrast monochrome studies and rich, mood-driven colour photography, utilizing techniques like chiaroscuro to highlight the subject's distinctive style and extensive tattoos. Fashion editor Ian McRae crafts a silhouette that merges avant-garde formalwear with textured leathers and faux furs, complemented by set design from Elaine Winter. The production brings in hair stylist Valissa Yoe and manicurist Juan Alvear to refine the polished aesthetic, resulting in a multifaceted visual feature that maintains a consistent editorial focus throughout the series.

Editorial, Vertical, Monochrome

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