Annelie Vandendael Sois Belle II

‘Sois Belle II’ pushes further the previously developed reaction towards the world of Fashion Photography as depicted in ‘Sois belle I’:

Look once — then look again. These luscious, surreal images challenge the unrealistic standards of perfection set by fashion photography, provoking playfulness rather than airbrushed beauty.

“These photos are my reaction towards the standards of Fashion Photography. Nowadays, it is no longer clear whether we are looking at “real” images or fake ones; either way, they are manipulated and photo-shopped. Torsos are lengthened, waists thinned, collarbones made cavernous and landscapes brightened. As for me, I’m much more interested in representing real people, with all of their imperfections.”

— Annelie Vandendael

THEME: EMERGING TALENT Deadline: 29 February 2020

**FREE ENTRY**

This month we are offering a FREE ENTRY on single-image submission. Regardless of your budget or location: We are proud to invite ALL photographers to take part and have the chance to present their work.

We are looking for the best upcoming photographers of all ages, background and working in all photographic fields.

Fine art, landscape, street, documentary, portrait, fashion... There are no boundaries and we want you to release your creativity in as many inventive ways as you can imagine!

1st Prize: $1000 · 2nd Prize: $600 · 3rd Prize: $400

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