Excited to share that I’ve been interviewed and contributed to @dazedstudio BEYOND BEAUTY report, led by @isobel.farmiloe . This report dives into the future of beauty, exploring identity politics, cultural contradictions, and subcultural influences in this ever-evolving industry.
I’m so honored to have my insights featured alongside incredible talents and industry pioneers like @mrcharlesjeffrey , @_collina , @theunseenalchemist , and many more who are shaping the next generation of global beauty and fashion.
Thank you, @dazed@dazedstudio for including me in this visionary project! ✨🌍💄
Gro* Test 00/
who defines beauty in the digital age.
Creative Direction & Makeup Design: Yilin @yilin_futures_du@yilindu_makeup
3D Direction & Production: Anli @11_anli
Sound Design: Bryan @8ryan.w
⚫️𝐎𝐛𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐢𝐚𝐧🌌
From the Gemstone Series
As part of our ongoing exploration into the emotional and material resonances of gemstones, Obsidian draws inspiration from volcanic glass—formed through pressure, forged by fire, and polished into presence. Known for its deep blackness and protective symbolism, obsidian absorbs light more than it reflects it. Only along cut, fissured, or polished edges does a quiet shimmer emerge—mirroring the human experience of showing up only when it feels safe to be seen.
Creative Director&Photographer: @jiawen0129
Art Director: Yilin Du
Model: @joelinaakyea from @volkovamodelagency
HMUA: @yilindu_makeup using @fentybeauty@isamayabeauty@nyxcosmetics@elfcosmetics
#fashion #editorial #fashionphotography #makeup #fashionmakeupartist #beautyshoot
⚫️𝐎𝐛𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐢𝐚𝐧🪩
From the Gemstone Series
As part of our ongoing exploration into the emotional and material resonances of gemstones, Obsidian draws inspiration from volcanic glass—formed through pressure, forged by fire, and polished into presence. Known for its deep blackness and protective symbolism, obsidian absorbs light more than it reflects it. Only along cut, fissured, or polished edges does a quiet shimmer emerge—mirroring the human experience of showing up only when it feels safe to be seen.
Creative Director&Photographer: @jiawen0129
Art Director: Yilin Du
Model: @joelinaakyea from @volkovamodelagency
HMUA: @yilindu_makeup using @fentybeauty@isamayabeauty@nyxcosmetics
#fashion #editorial #fashionphotography #makeup #fashionmakeupartist #beautyshoot
What a wild ride co-directing the 3D character workshops for ‘Fragments of The Tempest’— part of the ongoing XR research project, in collaboration with @lcflondon_ & Copper Candle, led by @bennjit .
From character design to virtual production, we explored the future of hair, makeup & prosthetics in gaming and immersive storytelling 🎮🧠
So proud of our students for bringing these bold digital avatars to life — and giving them a second one, on screen.
Shot inside LCF’s brand new VP Studio, blending live performance with Unreal Engine environments by the brilliant @iimofox !
Big thanks to @jennital for introducing me to this amazing project!
And to the dream team: @bennjit@iimofox@james_simpson.cc@molliejanegibb@ijaddance 🎥