Photoshoot: East Indian Deity

Model: Kathryn
Styling & Photography: Leonard

bracelets from freedom topshop. belly dancing skirt as a turban, stylist's own.

Editorial: A Lonely Warrior Research

This is my research on my editorial 'A Lonely Warrior', which is based on the project METAMORPHOSIS. I chose the idea of exoskeleton, the contrast between hard exterior and soft interior. In my research book, I included magazine cutouts, images, drawings, and other visuals that helps portray my idea.

Page 1: Exoskeleton
     I looked into different kinds of imagery revolving around exoskeleton and i'm particularly inspired by insects and organisms such as the scorpions and trilobite.

Page 2: Architecture
    I'm also heavily inspired by the lines in architectures, as a source of foundation and also as design. 'The Nest' in Beijing for the Summer Olympics was one of my inspiration for the accessories I've created. I also like the idea of industrial work places such as factories and old buildings.

Page 3: Fetish/Bondage
   Another inspiration I have for my shoot is fetishism. I like to have an underlying idea of bondage and sensuality in my photos, without being too provocative.

Page 4: Fashion and Accessory Ideas
   I've researched different designers and labels that have done exoskeleton for their collection: Gareth Pugh, Heather Huey, Komakino, Valentino and Mugler. I've also researched different imagery for accessories.

Page 5: Outfits
   These are my planned outfits, accompanying 6 accessories that I've created for the shoot.

Page 6: Hair & Make-up/ Location/ Poses

    Make-up is very natural and minimal, while the hair will be slicked back with bondage tape tied around the temple of the head and around the face. The location is set in a rundown yard with a red brick wall. All the poses are kept natural and effortless, a little fragile and slouched.

EDITORIAL: A Lonely Warrior

My editorial spread for university around the idea of Metamorphosis. I did it on the imagery of exeskeleton, the fragility combined with hard exterior.

Photography and Styling: Leonard
Model: Ben

underwear by calvin klein; bondage tape by bondara; boots and belts by zara men; sandals and necklace from h&m; tights and tee shirts from american apparel; all other accessories by leonard.

Editorial Shoot: Exoskeleton 1

This is a preview of my editorial 'A Lonely Warrior'.

Model: Ben
Styling and Photography: Leonard

Say Hello to Her.

This is a shoot inspired by Japanese folklore ghost. 

Model: Mei
Photography and Styling: Leonard

Dazed & Confused Mock Cover: A Hairy Situation.

Model: Mei
Styling and Photography: Leonard

Commercial Shoot: Morning After.

This is a commercial shoot, in the style of Elle magazine.

Styling and Photography: Leonard

Model: Susie

trench coat by h&m; shirt by zara; shoes, model's own.

Inspiration: Bondage

From Dazed & Confused.

i-D: Cover Shot

A mock cover shot I did in Photography/Styling class, in the style of i-D magazine.

Model: Sanaz

Styling and Photography: Leonard

Mock Cover: Vogue

A Mock Cover I did for IT and Styling class.

Model: Sanaz Shekoohi

Styling and Photography: Leonard

dress by topshop.