this series reimagines femininity through the lens of the orchid mantis-an insect that blurs the line between predator and flower. drawing from the creature’s deceptive beauty and latent power, I explore the dualities that define womanhood: softness as strength, allure as defence, transformation as survival. rather than embodying contradiction, the orchid mantis challenges binary views of femininity- its form is not a paradox but a powerful synthesis of elegance and survival instinct. through sculptural elements, hyperreal styling and design made by the model of this project, surreal palettes, the series invites the viewer to reconsider what is beautiful, what is threatening, and how often those qualities coexist in the female experience.
art dir. & ph:
@nrcheck
muah & st:
@ruk11ya @muarue
video & assist:
@tipdie 
