Russh

Mar 2026

In this evocative feature for Russh magazine, actor Raffey Cassidy is captured through a lens of quiet intensity and modern aesthetic precision. Moving away from the typical glitz of entertainment media, the editorial project presents a series of portraits that lean into editorial minimalism and a grounded, cinematic atmosphere. Photographer Anna Victoria Best expertly utilizes natural light to frame Cassidy within various domestic and sparse interior settings, allowing the interplay of shadows and soft, diffused illumination to define the mood. Styled by Teanne Vickers, the wardrobe choices act as a narrative force; bold, color-blocked dresses, sculptural outerwear, and fringed textures provide a tactile contrast against the clean, structural lines of the architecture. The collaboration is further refined by the hair styling of Paula Mccash and the subtle makeup artistry of Iga Wasylczuk, both of which maintain a natural, authentic aesthetic that complements the organic flow of the photography. By balancing rhythmic, window-framed compositions with raw, candid portraiture, the project explores the intersection of high fashion and understated lifestyle reportage. These images do not merely document a celebrity presence but instead synthesize a cohesive visual story that feels intimate, rhythmic, and thoroughly contemporary, perfectly aligning with the sophisticated editorial standards of the publication while highlighting the versatile presence of its subject.

Editorial, Vertical

Natural light

Magazines, Media & Entertainment