Various Editorials

Jul 2026

In the pages of Violet Papers, the editorial spread The Shape Of Later emerges as a masterclass in atmospheric storytelling, transcending traditional magazine imagery to venture into the realm of fine art. Photographer Elizaveta Porodina leans into a moody, cinematic aesthetic, crafting a series of portraits that feel suspended in time. Through the inventive application of double exposure techniques and chiaroscuro lighting, the project blurs the boundary between human form and organic ephemera. The deliberate use of floral elements—ranging from pressed blooms upon the skin to vibrant, surreal compositions erupting from silhouettes—anchors the visual narrative in an ethereal, dreamlike logic. With meticulous hair styling by Yumiko Hikage and nuanced makeup artistry from Karin Westerlund, the imagery maintains a high level of tactile precision. These portraits, characterized by their low-key settings and warm, natural light, reject overt polish in favor of raw, contemplative intensity. Supported by the keen casting direction of Monika Domarke and the foundational set design of Isabelle Clotten, the work features model Ivy Stewart as a canvas for this transformation. Ultimately, this editorial collection functions as a study in texture and light, using macro perspectives and soft-focus elements to invite the viewer into an intimate, nostalgic world where the natural and the human intersect with profound, understated elegance.

Editorial, Vertical

Magazines, Media & Entertainment