Shirtless male model holding a dumbbell in a gym interior with dumbbells on a bench, photographed by José Cuevas for Issue South America.

Model Lukas Marschall in a white buttoned jacket leaning on a railing for Issue South America by José Cuevas

Model wearing dark green jacket and black trousers holding wooden handled weights against concrete background

Model Lukas Marschall wearing black trench coat and cap reclining on a metal table for A Balancing Act

Model Lukas Marschall wearing patterned shirt and v-neck sweater in A Balancing Act editorial by José Cuevas for Issue South America.

A young male model wearing a camel sweater and grey trousers holds a large brown sphere in an architectural interior.

Shirtless male model wearing patterned black pants seated on concrete ground under sunlight.

Portrait of a male model wearing spotted feathers in his hair and a white collared shirt under a dark sweater against a textured wall.

Black and white portrait of a male model seated on a wooden structure inside a dome framing a street view.

Model Lukas Marschall in dark blazer and gloves holding wooden bar in A Balancing Act editorial by José Cuevas

Issue South America A Balancing Act 2025

About

A Balancing Act is a fashion editorial series produced for Issue South America, featuring model Lukas Marschall. Photographed by José Cuevas, the project explores the interplay between human form and industrial architecture through a series of stark, contemplative portraits. The imagery utilizes a deliberate monochrome palette and clean compositions, often set against textured concrete backdrops and minimalist interiors. By integrating natural light and various sculptural props, the work highlights the tactile qualities of the tailored garments worn by the subject. The series employs analogue film techniques to achieve sharp tonal contrasts and a refined aesthetic throughout the shoot.