Close-up of hands using a metal peeler to peel thin layers from a white block over a tray

A bright red oval plate rests on a metallic surface with a small scrap of orange and white paper inside.

Close-up of hands peeling dark crust off a round object resting on a white plate with black rim, wearing red top

Close-up of arms wearing long black leather gloves against a plain neutral background in an editorial style photograph.

Curved strip of orange and pink paper resting on a light blue background inside a dark border

Close-up of hands peeling a protective plastic film off the screen of a dark smartphone.

The Gentlewoman Peeling 2026

About

For their Peeling project, The Gentlewoman explores the tactile nature of removal through a series of intimate editorial studies. The collection examines textures across disparate materials, ranging from organic elements and reflective ceramics to industrial surfaces and personal technology. Photographer Rebekka Deubner and set designer Lune Kuipers define the series through a minimalist lens, utilizing clean framing and consistent, natural light. The imagery leans into the visual rhythm of peeling and uncovering, with each frame anchored by deliberate, controlled tactile interactions. Techniques such as analogue film and clean, raw composition highlight the materiality of the subjects. The work maintains a cohesive aesthetic, focusing on the interplay between form, shadow, and surface.