SPIRITUAL REALMS

TRANSCENDENCE BOOK

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.


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