Hi everyone, and welcome to Issue#27! Let’s dive into what’s inside.
First, we have an editorial called “Groovy Couch,” featuring our returning model, Elfa. She’s a model from Europe who’s really catching on. This shoot was done by the returning photographer Paulino Cobalto in Barcelona, Spain. The title comes from the way the couch looks like it’s from the late 1960s.
Next, we have “Power Play” with Bella, who we haven’t seen in a while. We’re so happy to have her back in this cool studio with her eclectic outfit. Even though it was shot in a studio, the furniture and wall coverings were so unique and complemented her outfit perfectly.
Then, we have “Into the Quiet” featuring newcomer AliceG in an Italian river. Photographer Paolo Murat shot this near Milan in super high-resolution black and white film. The highlights and shadows are incredible with this film and location.
Now, let’s get into our articles for this issue—three of them this time! “Build an Income Buffer (Your Secret Weapon)” is about how to best budget your income when it’s not a steady one. Next is “Tips for Actually Keeping New Years Resolutions,” which is obvious what it’s about, but it’s done in a humorous way. Finally, something a little different, trivia with “13 Trivia Questions and Answers about ‘The Office,’” the TV show.
Now, we’ve got “Blue Valentine” with our fan favorite, Lucy! It was filmed in the other part of the studio where I shot the vampire editorial. This room is decorated in blue tones with an old-style vibe, complete with a great bed and vanity. I just had to shoot in it while everything was getting ready in the other room.
After that, Bianca returns in “French Silk Flirt.” While shooting at an apartment location in the bathroom for a 1970’s look, I saw the bedroom and since we finished early, I thought I’d do a quick shoot there before leaving.
Finally, we have “Stormy and Wanting” featuring Odette returning after a long absence. One of the three editorials I shot at the studio setup like a huge shower. This one was the first I shot with more casual wardrobe as a warmup for the other two. It came out well, so here it is.
Now, sit back, relax, and enjoy Issue#27! Cheers, Jeff Gottlieb (Editor-In-Chief)