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Loveland An underwater collision of fashion and fine art.
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THE REIMAGINING of storybook concepts and bespoke exaggerated sets come together in a unique combination of underwater fine art and fashion photography, as showcased on our cover. Beth Mitchell, a young photographer passionate
All sets were handcrafted, built and photographed underwater by Beth, while Playful label ‘I Found Lucy’ created the striking customised couture designs. Gold Coast based makeup and hair stylist
about inspiring art lovers and collectors, has made impressive tracks in unifying the underwater and fashion genre with her electrifying array of photographic stories and art print editions. Her work has been very well received, both internationally and nationally, and Beth hopes to now focus on progressing the photographic medium in the Australian art community. Beth’s new mini series ‘Loveland’ is currently exhibiting in Melbourne’s Manyung Galleries alongside other underwater pieces. The four images in the series are reminiscent of the Alice in Wonderland tale paired with an exploration of love, heartache and childlike euphoria. The series is a result of a creative collaboration by some of the region’s most talented professionals.
Kylie Eustace from Kylie’s Professional brought her unique flair to the shoot and ‘sweetheart character’ Brittney Brockhurst of Dallys Models braved the cold pre-summer water to dance among giant hearts and flowers in each scene.
Photography & Art Direction: Beth Mitchell bethmitchellphoto.com Makeup/Hair Styling: Kylie Eustace kylieeustace.com.au Garment Designs: I Found Lucy Instagram: @ifoundlucy Model: Brittney Brockhurst @ Dallys Models Instagram: @britbrock