BRIGHT COLORS

I love to find a new approach to a fashion photo shoot and this is what Floor Knaapen does. Amazing eye, love for colors, beautiful clothes, can a girl ask for more? I would say no, it's enough :). The simplicity of these images is what made me share with you this editorial, I hope you like it as much as I do; there will be more of Floor's work coming. Soon my lovelies :), soon!

by Tereza

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GUEST POST - HOME MADE SURVIVAL GUIDE FOR NEW YEAR RESOLUTIONS LISTS

Barbara from Momographica is here today. Enjoy her post!

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New Year resolutions had once been my own personal boogeyman. During my school years I obsessively kept a notebook where I used to write never-ending lists of what I was looking forward to change about myself and going to accomplish for that specific year. A December later I usually ended up feeling moody and discontent when I realized that I wasn't able to accomplish the half of what I put in that dramatic list, feeling like a failed Wonder Woman for the sake of the "I will never be good enough teenager" that is in everyone us once {or constantly} in a life. In a way, it had been an important teenage trauma.

When I became an adult, my life got busier and especially more independent. I started to understand that my mistake had been looking forward accomplishing an impossible tasks list which length could rival the Great Wall of China, instead of appreciating the importance of everyday life little achievements that, step by step, drew me closer to the few goals I really cared about.

After that, I nourished a proof against method: with a colored paper, usually some relaxing pastel color, because it puts me in a happy mood and a pen I feel comfortable with making a list of ten things I want to accomplish for the new year. Then, from the list, I choose three things I REALLY want to accomplish for that year and I put them on the top of the list. Those three are my New Year resolutions. When I accomplished them and only then I take out of the hat number four, five, six, seven, up to ten and take care of what I am missing from the original list.

My target is to know that, when I'll look back next December to my list, I'll be proud of myself because I had been able to accomplish new three important goals in my own life. I'll love myself a bit more and I will have gained a bit of new self confidence. Try this. It's total counter-indication free.

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I hope you enjoyed Barbara's post, I sure did, and I learned something new today!  

by Tereza

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GUEST POST - INTERVIEWING the FASHION by MOMOGRAPHICA

Momographica is here again with sparkling greetings and what I am looking forward to be interesting news.

Firstly, let me confess I was going crazy about this guest post. Tereza and I discussed varied arguments to introduce because, you know the time before Christmas is special. But the situation was turning harsh because, honestly, I didn't know where to look for something unique this time. I was ready to drop everything and run to Hawaii. Even the best of us are inspiration-deprived sometimes, aren't they?

Then my good friend Sonia, a talented illustrator that works occasionally as a model in photo sets, told me about this recent, gorgeous experience she had working as a model for a fashion exhibition; we thought this could be something truly interesting to share with you all. Are you happy? No? Let me know with a comment.

Sonia modeled for Italian fashion designer Alejandro Golpe of Golpe! Pop-up Shop, a Bologna-based atelier that takes out of the hat a collection of very unique design that look like sculptures. The exhibition named ROBORAMA is pictured on Betty Books, which hosts a comprehensive gallery of interesting photographs from the fashion show, including some backstage shoots for curious people. Also photographer Luca D'arco was so kind to send out a few exhibition pictures to share with you all. Have fun and (anticipated) Merry Christmas to all!

Momographica: Thank you very much for accepting this interview. We know you modeled for Roborama. Was it your first time modeling? What about sharing your story with us?

Sonia: This was the very first time for me as a model, I usually work for photo shooting so I'm not very friendly with cat walking and so on. I accepted because Golpe is a friend of mine and a very talented designer, he just e-mail-ed me and said "I think you have to participate in my Fall/Winter fashion show!" and I just replied "Of course!". I had a great time, really. All the guys and girls in the backstage were amazing, so kind and friendly. I have to say that I spent an afternoon walking on the runway on my boots, especially because there were stairs, and my first thought about it was "My God I know I'll fall down, I know it!".

The fashion show took place in a small but interesting Art Gallery called Ono. Guests were accommodated near the runway. I felt like walking through the crowds of the city and this made me feel a little bit confident. This had been a very great experience and if I could, I would do it again and again!

M: I had hints of the clothes you wear and they were absolutely gorgeous. How were chosen for you to wear?

S: I met with Golpe at his atelier and he showed me the first dress which was called Lady Rame (the second I wear in the show). It was love at first sight! I'm a fan of jackets and coats and this one was adorable!Later we had a little problem with Golpe's second choice, the skirt was perfect but the upper part looked weird on me, so he changed his mind and chose the Aviator, my favorite of the collection! I was so happy!

M: Can you tell us a bit about the work behind the scenes?

S: The two fastest worldwide make up and hair stylists worked for Golpe at the show. May I borrow those guys? I arrived at the gallery an hour before the show and in five minutes my hair was perfectly fixed. I looked like Miss Lemon from Hercule Poirot tv series, gentry and aristocratic. The make up was simple but incisive.

I had a weird but comfortable feeling when Golpe and the other guys helped me dressing. I felt like a princess! The photographer was a shadow in the crowd, but I have a good relationship with photographers and he had been really discreet.

M: Golpe is a terrific fashion designer, not someone you run into everyday. How did you meet him? Can you tell a bit about his creations and what you think of them?

S: Golpe and I were classmates (desk mates, if we want to say it) at school and we spent a lot of time together. It sounds so nostalgic! I had a lot of great memories from that time ...now I am feeling a little old! Golpe's style is something interesting, I think he' not only a fashion designer but also a sculptor, he emphasizes the volumes,the lines and that's something I find really interesting.

His latest collection remark this concept a lot.

M: Are you feeling like leaving a message to Drastic Plastic readers before say good bye?

S: Being a model for one day can be the most amazing and fun experience of your life, so if you have the opportunity, don't let it go! Also, please take a look at Golpe's works, maybe you can find something perfect for you! Thanks for this interview...and beware of the stairs!

I hope you enjoyed my guest post.

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xoxo tereza

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{GUEST POST} MOMOGRAPHICA - FAVORITE PHOTOGRAPERS

Hello lovely Drastic Plastic readers! Momographica's speaking. I am honored to reappear on these gorgeous pages once again. I've been asked by Tereza to share few words of my choice concerning something inspiring to share with you. I am feeling particularly inspired since my recent trip to magnificent London,where I had the time to visit few places thought my job schedule had been pretty tight (but I guess one always finds a bit of time to indulge in the beautiful things of life).

I felt genuinely reinvigorated from a couple of visits to the might Victoria and Albert museum and the gorgeous experience made me ponder if I should introduce at this time a honest discussion about the way Artists inspire my work because, really, art museums do have that effect on the soul.

Who is my favorite Artist? That's one million dollar question.

After years of History of Art I run into countless talented people, belonging to the different fields of the Arts and I tried to get my best from everyone of them. Because of this, one favorite artist for me is not enough. Of course I am not going to administer a never-ending list and since Drastic Plastic deals with the Fashion industry (and fashion lovers) I thought about introducing a few names of my favorite photographers that, more or less, cover this field. I hope this will turn out to be inspiring for the soul.

Place number 5 goes to Mariko Mori, a video artist and photographer from Japan that used to work as a fashion model back in the 80's. Her model career influenced her art works to the point she frequently appears in her videos and photographs as a representation of a personal utopia, impersonating characters such as cyborgs or goddesses in alien landscapes scenarios.

Place number 4 goes to Dianne Arbus,an American photographer whom life ended tragically in 1971. She was the first American photographer to have her works displayed at Venice's Biennale and was notorious for her black and white square photographs of dwarves, giants, circus performers and transvestite. Thought not strictly tied to the fashion industry,her works are strong and controversial and definitely worth of your attention.

Place number 3 goes to American photographer David LaChapelle, a icon of fashion photography who is noted for his unique surreal and humorous style. His works are really intricate,favoring majestic scenarios and massive dose of photo-retouching. He once worked with Andy Warhol.

Place number 2 is for  London-based Tim Walker, class 1970, a British fashion photographer that have appeared in Vogue, month by month, for over a decade and had been assistant to Richard Avedon. Walker's works are, in a simple word, fun. He plays with his scenographic scenarios,transforming them into a more or less dramatic fairy tale.  Even if I am consigning him to a virtual second place (the first name is such a great one that can't be anything but first) he is definitely my favorite fashion photographer of all times and his works are source of great inspiration for me. He is also very recommend to Tim Burton fans (check out his style and you will know why!).

Place number 1 goes to ... Sir Cecil Walter Hardy Beaton, a British Fashion Photographer with a long career with Vogue and Vanity Fair and multi-skilled artist in several fields, including costume design and painting. He was very famous for his glamourous portraits of fashion and celebrities and often photographed the English Royal Family for official publications and he is considered one of the best Worldwide fashion and portraits photographers of all times.

I bet you all have a personal photographer of yours in your favorite fashion magazine.What about sharing him or her with us? Have a glamorous week, folks!

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xoxo tereza

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LIVE IN PIN-UP

{photo via ana dias}

How cute and sexy are these? Right?!? Ana Dias the creator of these beautiful images. She is a Portuguese photographer, that finds her inspiration in everything vintage {this kind of vintage I like}. The pin-up girl style is really sexy and back in fashion more than ever. Beautiful girls, small clothes, a lot  of make-up and a tone of fun. 

Enjoy my sweets and have a sexy weekend! Kisses

{photo via ana dias}

{photo via ana dias}

{photo via ana dias}

{photo via ana dias}

MIKE RUIZ

{photo via Mike Ruiz}

{photo via Mike Ruiz}

These last two weeks have been so hectic, so much work in little time, and it's not that I didn't do my job, because I do it, but because everybody else around me is crazy. That's why I thought the post for today should be  a bit crazy and with a lot of color.
After RANKIN I wanted to present to you MIKE RUIZ, a canadian born photographer, director, TV personality, former model and actor. Currently he lives in New York and he is one of the most wanted glam photographers. Me, my self and I, we all love these portraits, so colorful, so sexy, I think that his work is full of passion. 

{photo via Mike Ruiz}

{photo via Mike Ruiz}

{photo via Mike Ruiz}