SPIRITUAL REALMS
TRANSCENDENCE BOOK & LAUNCH
PERSONAL
WINNER 'BEST IN CLASS' ACA AWARDS,
SILVER MEDALLIST VICTORIAN PICA AWARDS
FRAGILE BEAUTY,
FEARLESS STRENGTH.
Transcendence explores the realms of transformation and spiritual growth. In contrast to a human being’s struggle with change, in the natural world we find a collection of exquisite creatures that embody the power of adaptation and metamorphosis.
The brainchild of Claire Skinner, Transcendence was brought to life with photographer Sam Bisso and stylist Bec Cole. Featuring eight of Australia’s leading models and breathtaking fashion by the country’s iconic designers, the limited edition book was printed by Gunn & Taylor on Spicers premium papers.
Transcendence won ‘Best in Class’
at the ACA Awards, and a silver medal at the Victorian PICAs.
To celebrate the unveiling of Transcendence, Claire Skinner hosted an intimate gathering at Gardens House within the Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne.
An enchanted evening to thank
the incredible team of creative collaborators who helped bring Transcendence to life.
CREDITS
CONCEPT, CREATIVE DIRECTION & DESIGN: CLAIRE SKINNER
Photographer: Sam Bisso, Assistants: Reuben Gates, John O’Rourke & Marcus Cropp, Stylist: Bec Cole, Hair & Makeup: Julie Provis, Specialist Hair Braiding: Georgia Freedman, Studio: The Establishment Studios, Talent Agency: Vivien’s Models Melbourne & Sydney, Retouching: Peter Orlik, Copywriting: Dennis Marchese & Claire Skinner, Paper: Spicers, Printing: Gunn & Taylor, Folio Photography: Mark Lobo, Foliolio
Featuring: Bird: Emily Wake, Dragonfly: Stefanny Agius, Swan: Emma D, Seahorse: Natalia Kalinowski, Beetle: Janelle Franklin, Moth: Leah Johnsen, Snake: Millicent Lambert, Butterfly: Lottie
Styling: Bird: Cappellazzo Couture (with collar by Suzanne Harward), Dragonfly: Matcho Suba, Swan: Toni Maticevski, Seahorse: Gabrielle Brown, Beetle: Christina Exie, Moth: Aurelio Costarella, Snake: Aurelio Costarella, Butterfly: Suzanne Harward, Accessories: Christine
Event Venue: Gardens House, Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne, Floral Installations: Fleur, Artwork Printing: David Johns Fine Art Printing, Artwork Framing: Arten Framing, Event Catering: Atlantic Group, Thank you: Moët & Chandon, Koko Black, San Pellegrino, Event Photography & Videography: Lucas Dawson & Chris Baker, Event Video Edit: Claire Skinner
