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Credits
Model: Rosa Valerio
Photography: Francesca Amanteri
Artist Interview
1. Can you describe yourself for us in 5 words?
Patient, Open, Reticent , Thoughtful, Honest
2. Can you remember the first time you picked up a camera? Your first subject?
My first subject was my old friend from school; in 2007. She was a beautiful woman, and I wanted to show her how I experienced her beauty.
3. What made you choose photography? Or did it choose you?!
I don’t know who choose whom. I believe that it was just a life coincidence, a good coincidence. I studied architecture originally, but after a few years I realized it wasn’t my life’s mission. Then I decided to give my beloved hobby a try, and explore whether or not it might be the right direction for my life. To be honest, I never thought this career would develop so quickly.
4. Are you drawn to a particular style of photography, as a connoisseur? Are there specific artists that inspire your style?
There are a few photographers who are my absolute inspirations like Helmut Newton, Steven Meisel, Peter Lindberg, Paolo Roversi. I’d say I have a classical style of photography, but I’m open to experiencing new techniques.
5. Do you prefer shooting with models or with friends? And when you do shoot models…favorite agencies to work with, or specific subjects?
I never have restrictions to a model or not; if I a see a beautiful person (who may be a friend, an acquaintance or a professional) I would just ask to take an image of him/her. Job-wise: of course I work more often with professional models, but also many actresses, bloggers and other civilians.The agencies that I work with most are: M4, 2PM, Core, Izaio, Spin and a lot of independent scouters.
6. Also: is it easier to shoot men or women? Why?!
For me, there is zero difference (in the sex of the model); if its man or a woman. It’s about the beautiful human being.
7. Where do we find you living these days?
I live in the city of Berlin! Of course, I travel a lot and working in many different places, in different countries, around the world. Mostly I am in Berlin.
8. Favorite environment to work in…Studio or on location?
My studio gives me a great feeling of control, power and security; and sometimes for the model, it is easier to open up in the studio. Of course, I also love location shootings. Even if I’m on a vacation, if I spot an amazing setting, I go crazy to try and find a model for a few shots.
9. Do you have an intuitive way to identify a location for your shoots? When you see it, does it just feels right to you? Or are there different planning/ selection steps
involved?
I think every photographer or creative mind has this intuition. You just see it and it’s like: “Damn, so here it shall be!”. But it doesn’t always work out. I check the lighting and then I do some test shots, so I can see if the images that are produced, match the vision that I’ve imagined.
10. Do you love the control of diverse lighting set ups, or do you prefer working with natural light?
I love the control of creating in my studio, yes. But there is nothing in this world as beautiful as the magical light of a natural sunset. There is no artificial light arrangement that can simulate that!
11. As a very successful photographer already…What’s “the dream” Anna?
First, thank you for asking me this question. I don’t think I’m of myself as being a ‘successful’ photographer yet; but I will assert that I am on my way there! My dream is to have no walls inhibiting me from unlimited creation: no model or celebrity that I wouldn’t be able to work with. That fantasy would include the greatest clients in the world, and being appreciated by the worlds most creative minds.
12. Finally, on a personal note, tell us your favorite things: vacationing spot, type of music, a splurge, a designer you love, and or your drink of choice (if you have one)?!
Vacation: Somewhere very very warm; with a beautiful beach!
Splurge: Shoes
Music: Madonna, Depeshe Mode, Trentemoller
Designer: Jil Sander
Drink: Black Coffee, NO milk!
Photographer: Anna Daki
There is nothing quite as intoxicating as the supple curves of a womanly body. If you add the face of an angel, you’d have something very close to our sweet Natasha here. Her soft figure is in perfect harmony with the gauzy, dreamlike quality of Marco Michieletto‘s photography. He’s continuously discerning the gentleness within his subjects, and subtly extrapolating on that quality. His eye for beauty, combined with Natasha’s striking femininity, result in an overwhelming delirium of aesthetic pleasure. Enjoy!
Photography: Marco Michieletto, Cargocollective.com
Model: Natasha (@natashalegeyda)
As if she were a visionary sculptor of stone, Margherita Loba chips away the layers of pretense that disguise the spirit concealed within her medium. Bringing forth the artistic destiny of her subject, Margherita spins the natural world as reflected in her lens, into the intoxicating portrayal of an idyllic garden of Eden. In the nature of our namesake, this series of images purely satiates the craving for a whimsical daydream. The Romanesque paradise would not be so entirely perfect without the delightful musing of our wood nymphs: models Juliet B. and Sara P. They appear joyfully uninhibited, frolicking and filled to the brim with carefree abandon. The lyrical exposure of nature and skin, life, sunlight and playfulness, make the collection an enchanting spring mirage. It’s a pure pleasure to welcome a new photographic talent to our pool, and a new five star story to our 4th edition. Enjoy!
Credits
Photography: Margherita Loba Amadio
Models: Juliet B. And Sara P.
Our infamous contributor, Pino Leone, shows his aptitude for wielding a spotlight, with his newest editorial, entitled ‘A Discerning Palate’. The studio set employs dramatic contrast and modern style,s to push the envelope of edginess. With the glance felt ’round the world, dazzling beauty Vaida Tamulenaite lights a million torches and captures the readers’ full attention. Donned in fur and feathers, lace and latex, Vaida is at once beguiling and audacious throughout. The arresting nature of the series is undeniable; with much more at hand, than just the provocative essence of a flawless muse. Forward thinking stylist, Simona Sanfedele, compiles a structured yet sensual wardrobe of La Perla, Celyn B., Halaby and Max Bianco, for the piece; blending opposing elements of hard and soft, to balance the drama of the composition. Each look was given a brilliant finish by beauty pro, Giordana Hassan, and fully embodied by our model. It can be very rare to find such an impeccable outcome of composing a fashion story…but when you consider the unlimited promise of all parties involved, it’s hard to imagine anything less. Enjoy!
Photo: Pino Leone
Model: Vaida Tamulenaite
Stylist: Simona Sanfedele
Make-up & Hair: Giordana Hassan
Designers: All lingerie by La Perla, fur by Celyn B, fan by Halaby and boots by Max Bianco
Stefano Fabbri returns to Satiety Paper with a lovely new studio set featuring the Paper’s alum, Joanne N. The story highlights the fluidity of the model’s powerful physique; spotlighting her as the focus, in white underpinnings, lingerie basics and the application of strong contrasts. The highlight on Joanne’s figure allows the details of the dark background to exist with subtlety, and to support the journey of the eye, rather than detract from it. We found these strong and simple (black and white) images immediately reminiscent of some of Lindbergh newest, and most memorable, studio sets; with the addition of a modern edge. The absence of complicated adornments, directs focus to the discretely seductive tone of the portrayal…without overwhelming the artistic composition. It’s another beautiful product from the collaborative efforts of two great talents. Enjoy!
Photography: Stefano Fabbri
In a whole new kind of exclusive, we get to bring you a game-changing talent, that cannot be found anywhere else in the fashion world. Here at Satiety Paper, we are unable to suspend our disbelief that this mind-blowing beauty, Elle Bowman, isn’t wallpapering the industry!!! Discovered for this piece by exploding visual artist, Benjamin Askinas, Elle is one of the most unique, captivating and womanly subjects that we have ever had the privilege of featuring. Her supple curves are unrelenting; her soft, doe-eyed features are stunning from each and every angle…and the ease with which she inhabits her gorgeous body is virtually supernatural. We wouldn’t have the pleasure of reveling this new feminine phenomenon to our readership, if it weren’t for Benjamin’s exceptional aesthetic precision, that pinpointed something very special in her. Benjamin (who has previously contributed flawless, female portraiture to our Paper) has bestowed upon Satiety, the honor of introducing this private and personal peek into a moment of unabashed indulgence; with the kind of astonishing seductress, that most of us will never share a shower with. The warm elegance of the images lends an intoxicating tone to the editorial; and lends such effortless fluidity, as is the characteristic trademark of Benjamin’s work. There could hardly be a more complimentary collaboration of skill, vision and execution. Enjoy!
Credits
Model: Elle Bowman
Photographer: Benjamin Askinas – Tumblr
Satiety Paper brings you a gorgeous new studio series from master photographer Peter Rosa, who crafted his flawless style at the Tisch School of the Arts (New York University). Passion and a strong artistic vision have fueled Peter’s dynamic body of work; always incorporating a clean and elegant aesthetic that is both classical and modern. For ‘Living Art’, Peter cast the goddess (and model), Rebekah Underhill to act as the body of inspiration for the piece. She uses her long, lithe figure to infuse each image with powerful energy and emotion. Visionary in her own right, beauty pro Jessi Butterfield lent sleek and effortless grooming touches to each frame; polishing off the meticulous production. The editorial is equally simple and extraordinary. Satiety Paper has the honor of exclusively releasing this memorable collection of images to our readers and to the world. Enjoy!
Photography: Peter Rosa
Model: Rebekah Underhill @ ReQuest Models
Hair + Beauty: Jessi Butterfield