Vestal Magazine
Becoming Ella
Aug 2026
Becoming Ella for Vestal Magazine serves as a masterclass in modern editorial fashion photography, capturing a sophisticated narrative through the lens of photographer Guy Aroch. The project deftly balances two distinct visual worlds, contrasting the raw, urban energy of outdoor environments with the intimate, textured warmth of interior staging. By blending cinematic techniques with a grounded lifestyle approach, the series avoids the sterility often found in luxury fashion houses, instead leaning into a palpable sense of movement and nostalgia. Fashion Editor Anna Katsanis expertly anchors these shifts in tone, pairing structured, transparent plastic outerwear against soft, vintage knitwear to create a compelling visual lexicon. The execution is elevated by subtle technical flourishes, including the use of high-contrast natural light that defines the silhouette of the subject, alongside a distinct analogue film aesthetic that imbues the images with grain and character. Collaboration is at the heart of this work, with hair styling by Dawson Hiegert, makeup artistry by Soo Park, and manicuring by Maki Sakamoto providing the meticulous attention to detail required to bring such a multifaceted character to life. Whether through the crisp motion blur of a wind-swept outdoor scene or the moody, velvet-draped quiet of an indoor portrait, the project achieves an evocative, fashion-forward storytelling style that feels both timeless and urgently contemporary.
Editorial, Lifestyle, Cinematic
Natural light, Soft Light
Luxury Fashion Houses, Fashion
