Pop Magazine

Apr 2026

In this evocative series for Pop Magazine, photographer Pablo Di Prima and fashion editor Alex Assil collaborate to capture actor Sadie Sink through a lens that feels both raw and artfully constructed. The project leans into a minimalist editorial aesthetic, oscillating between the structured precision of studio portraiture and the candid, observational quality of reportage. By incorporating diverse techniques—ranging from delicate double exposure and high-key lighting to the nostalgic grain of analogue film—the editorial team crafts a visual narrative that prioritizes texture and intimate mood. Sadie Sink serves as a chameleon-like subject, transitioning effortlessly from high-fashion poses in vibrant opera gloves to quiet, introspective moments shot in natural light. The styling by Alex Assil emphasizes contrast, pairing oversized leather silhouettes with sheer lace and unexpected color palettes, while the deliberate use of tactile elements like crumpled paper and weathered wooden backdrops grounds the images in a tangible, organic reality. Through these compositions, the project channels a contemporary approach to portraiture that is as much about the surrounding environment as it is about the subject. The resulting work stands as a testament to the power of stripped-back, cinematic imagery, where every shadow and blurred background enhances the contemplative focus, ultimately defining a distinct visual identity for the editorial.

Editorial, Portrait

Natural light

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