Betina Du Toit Photographs a "Portrait of a Girl" for C-Heads
Vasiliki Marapas — April 9, 2015 — Fashion
References: betinadutoit & c-heads
South African photographer Betina du Toit sought to show us a "Portrait of a Girl" with her latest series, shot exclusively for C-Heads.
The Cape Town-based photographer explains that good photography, to her, means "work that reflects a sense of truth which we can relate to on some level." The less smoke and mirrors, she explains, the better. That's why her subjects -- Amanda Leemis, Malin Akerstorm, Alex Glenday, Catherine Lehmann and Julia Campbell-Gillies -- all feature understated hair and makeup by Anne Timper.
Toit's final images are soft and tender, with an ethereal, almost dream-like quality to them. Without the "smoke and mirrors," Toit is able to better explore femininity, and the transition it undergoes as girlhood turns into womanhood.
The Cape Town-based photographer explains that good photography, to her, means "work that reflects a sense of truth which we can relate to on some level." The less smoke and mirrors, she explains, the better. That's why her subjects -- Amanda Leemis, Malin Akerstorm, Alex Glenday, Catherine Lehmann and Julia Campbell-Gillies -- all feature understated hair and makeup by Anne Timper.
Toit's final images are soft and tender, with an ethereal, almost dream-like quality to them. Without the "smoke and mirrors," Toit is able to better explore femininity, and the transition it undergoes as girlhood turns into womanhood.
Trend Themes
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Transition to Womanhood — There is a growing trend in portraying and exploring the different stages of womanhood and the various experiences women go through in their journey.
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Authentic Representation — A trend towards authentic representation of femininity is emerging in photography and related industries.
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Soft, Ethereal Imagery — A trend in photography is emerging towards soft and dreamlike images, rather than heavily edited and exaggerated ones.
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Fashion and Beauty — There is an opportunity for fashion and beauty companies to promote more natural and understated looks in makeup and hair styling, reflecting the emerging trend towards authenticity in feminine representation.
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Art and Photography — The trend towards portraying and exploring different stages of womanhood represents a potential opportunity for artists, photographers, and galleries that specialize in this subject matter.
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