August 2010
Š SHEILA JOHNSON
TOP MODEL Latoya Lemard TOP photographer GIL BENZEEVI
Top Fashion Designer Vassilios Kostetsos
iPad the Saviour for the Publication Industry?
Š Steven Starr
F E AT U R E S
August 2010
Top Designer - Vassilios Kostetsos 6 Top Model - Latoya Lemard 18 Couture Designer - Walid Atallah 23 Top Photographer - Gil Benzeevi 32 Runway Lighting - Photographers Tips 36
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VASSILIOS KOSTETSOS
VASSILIOS KOSTETSOS
Meet the Designer VASSILIOS KOSTETSOS
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Vassilios Kostetsos Greek Fashion Designer
assilios Kostetsos is an amazing Haute Couture, and Pret-A-Porte fashion designer. His fine linen designs have been showcased all over the world and have been worn, by nearly every major fashion model from: Cindy Craford, Eva Herzigova, Claudia Shiffer, to even Kate Moss.
only into his clothing line, but also his hand made accessories. If you would like to see his entire fashion show visit his website at:
http://www.kostetsos.gr/
Vassilios Kostetsos’s Spring line is what you would expect to see worn by Edward Cullen, in the movie Twilight. His fine use of leather, zippers and the overall “in charge” persona is exemplified by the vivid colors and overall shine that is showcased in nearly every dress or suit in his collection. Attending his show was not only an honor, but an extremely enjoyable experience. The erotic music and general sexual overtone was an eye opener and one hell of an introduction to his Greek infused line. He literally infused his heritage, not
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VASSILIOS KOSTETSOS
VASSILIOS KOSTETSOS
VASSILIOS KOSTETSOS
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VASSILIOS KOSTETSOS
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Top Model
Latoya Lemard
Latoya
Latoya Lemard
Latoya Lemard
“Ever since I was a little girl I always wanted to be a model. I hope one day it will come true.�
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Walid Atallah
Featured Designer
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Walid Atallah
Middle Eastern Couture Fashion Designer
fter graduating from high school in his native Beirut, Mr. Atallah went on to study fashion design earning a degree from the University of Chicago. From there he settled in the fast growing city of Dubai where he launched his design career. His unique designs soon found a loyal following among sophisticated fashion lovers. Mr. Atallah had his first fashion show in Dubai in 1996 which was enthusiastically received by the industry and which included such special guests as famous Lebanese singer Najwa Karam and top international model Nathalie Fadlallah. His next fashion show was held at the world-famous and iconic Burj Al Arab hotel, presenting an opulent collection to a discerning audience, including royalty.
Since then, Mr. Atallah has presented his memorable collections at dozens of fashion events throughout the Arab world as well as in the fashion capitals of Italy and France, where he received an excellence in international design award from the French Association of Fashion Designers. Mr. Atallah has become well-known internationally for his exquisite evening and bridal designs, and for his skillful use of diamonds, precious gems and genuine Swarovski crystals, including a fabulous bridal gown valued at US$1.2 million. In 2005 Mr. Atallah debuted his own luxury line of jewelry made with diamonds, rubies, sapphires, emeralds, blue marine and Tahitian pearls, and fine watches have since been added to the line. The talented and versatile designer recently launched his pret-a-porter line entitled “W”, which includes trendy jeans and tops for today’s fashionable and modern woman. §
Walid Atallah
Couture Fashion Week
Walid Atallah
Couture Fashion Week
Walid Atallah
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Top Photographer GIL BENZEEVI
Gil Benzeevi
Gil Benzeevi
Gil Benzeevi
I have lived in many countries and enjoyed different cultures and the magic that my unique photography can capture in them. The very top level professional one-of-a-kind Photography for fashion, magazine, portrait, movie & TV posters, album covers, advertising brands and more!
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igh fashion photography is upbeat Use a Monopod! The use of a monopod / fast and completely different then in fashion photography is astronomianything you will ever shoot. Your cal. Do to the low light (depending on indoors, unable to use a flash, sitthe show) situation a monopod greatly ting right next to 30 other photographers, vid- reduces camera shaking and really makes your eographer and just some pain in the asses who photos stick out. have no rime or reason to really be there. ISO...a lot of photographers start at 400 and work their way up. I usually shoot at Welcome my shutter cycling friends, to the 800, but have even shot higher, but don’t war we call high fashion photography. Prepare recommend it, especially if the photo is yourself for the greatest battle you may ever face. You will fight to keep your spot, fight to get the ever going to be used for a publication, etc. As best photo, fight the intense pain in your butt we all know the higher you get the more grainy / legs due to the awkward position your sitting the overall photo, but a photographer has to do in under a videographer’s tripod and just fight what a photographer has to do as the old saying because your extremely tired and just plain an- goes. Well...not quite that way, but you get the noyed, but you are having the time of your life. idea. On top of that you can’t use your fail safe flash and often have to depend on good old manual The most important thing is use your histogram. When you have time, check the photo. lighting settings. Zoom in to the eyes and see if they are out of foYes you are upgrading yourself from a model cus, very common issue if lighting isn’t perfect. photographer to an extreme triathlon yielding Obviously the photo could be out of focus for super troop. Well lets not go that far, but you other reasons, but lighting is a rather large one. get the idea. Your about to leave the comforts of Good luck and have fun! your studio or other area and become press. So, how do you make sure your lighting is perfect?
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Listen...First and foremost listen to what the other photographers are saying concerning settings. The other photographers will speak. They will all collaborate to find the optimal aperture, shutter speed and of course the coveted and sexy ISO.
Histograph! When the models are practicing start shooting and start watching your histogram. I would love to tell you what settings are perfect, but every situation is different and every situation is unique. The most important thing is play around to find the optimal settings.
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he fashion industry is constantly changing and being approached with new and innovative ideas. Coming this September Modeling International Magazine will be migrating over to a whole new platform. This exciting change will provide a new highly interactive viewing experience.
This new way to read publications will intrigue our readers to keep flipping though. The new capabilities will provide: 360 imagery, ability to change photos, watch videos, and even buy clothing all at the touch of their finger. The best part about the iPad is that it’s not that expensive and could easily be purchased for around $500.
With the advent of the iPad and other E-readers, magazines will never be the same. With over 3 million iPad’s sold in the first three months, this new revolution, has caught on and now iPads are appearing in Colleges and Universities all over the world.
We are working around the clock to produce a state of the art iPad application that will showcase the best models, photographers and even top international clothing designers. Until then...see you in September!