Four-panel editorial portrait grid of model Clément Laguardia wearing a crisp white collared shirt against a warm background.

Black and white portrait of a man seated wearing a tailored jacket and wide trousers against a slatted metal shutter background

Close-up black-and-white portrait of a man resting his head against his knee with wet hair and skin, next to a sliver of red knitwear.

Black and white diptych photograph of a young man wearing vintage diving goggles in bright sunlight.

Two-panel vertical portrait of a shirtless man wearing a green baseball cap and shell necklace under striped sunlight shadows.

Man wearing a red Kansas sweater leaning against a tree trunk with hands behind his head in natural daylight.

A smiling man wearing a denim jacket and tie outdoors against a clear blue sky background.

Man in a tailored wool blazer seen from behind, walking alongside a sunlit stucco wall with linear shadows.

Various Editorials Palermo 2026

About

In the Palermo editorial series, photographer Valentin Hennequin crafts a visual narrative that effortlessly bridges the gap between high-fashion sophistication and raw, documentary-style portraiture. Featuring Clément Laguardia as the central talent, the project serves as a masterclass in atmospheric storytelling, utilizing natural light to frame a series of candid encounters that feel both personal and impeccably curated. Hennequin employs a sophisticated interplay of high-contrast black and white photography alongside warm, sun-drenched color palettes to explore the tension between structure and spontaneity. By weaving together diverse techniques—including analogue film aesthetics and cinematic split-screen compositions—the series elevates simple fashion editorial tropes into something deeply evocative. Whether capturing the visceral texture of damp skin against a rocky beach backdrop or the architectural minimalism of a figure moving past stark, light-drenched walls, the work leans into an authentic, lifestyle-driven aesthetic. The use of 35mm film grain and chiaroscuro lighting creates a tactile depth, allowing the clothing to act as an extension of the subject’s own mercurial expressions. This project thrives on its ability to find beauty in the mundane, turning a simple knit sweater or a vintage diving mask into compelling focal points. Ultimately, Palermo succeeds by maintaining a precise balance of editorial polish and human vulnerability, resulting in a cohesive body of work that resonates with timeless stylistic intent.