Numero Netherlands
In a play of light and movement, "Pr ...
Feb 2026
In this striking fashion editorial for Numero Netherlands, photographer Benjo Arwas explores the dynamic tension between human form, texture, and light. The project leans into a raw, punk-inspired aesthetic, utilizing sharp styling and bold cosmetic choices by makeup artist Alexandra French to transform model Gabriel Jayne into a canvas of contrasting elements. From gravity-defying, spiky hair silhouettes to glossy, pigmented lips and smudged eyeliner, each frame celebrates an uncompromising approach to modern portrait photography. The series oscillates between intimate, high-key lighting that emphasizes natural skin texture and freckles, and dramatic, moody shifts into monochromatic blue palettes that lend a cinematic quality to the movement. By employing studio strobe lighting alongside soft natural light, Arwas creates a rhythmic visual language that feels both graphic and deeply tactile. The images utilize editorial minimalism to strip away background noise, allowing the viewer to focus entirely on the interplay of leather garments, angular tailoring, and the physical interaction between subjects. Whether capturing a leap mid-air or a quiet, contemplative close-up, the work remains rooted in a high-fashion sensibility, pushing the boundaries of traditional beauty through a lens that prizes grit and precision. This series serves as a masterclass in controlled lighting and avant-garde grooming, capturing a mood that is at once defiant, playful, and visually arresting for the luxury fashion space.
Editorial, Vertical
Natural light
Luxury Fashion Houses, Fashion
