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Meet Aleksander Salski, a Warsaw-based photographer whose work strikes a delicate balance between classical photography and fairytale-like fantasy. After spending over a decade as a graphic designer and art director, Aleksander made a shift. What started as a desire to break out of the isolation of design turned into a career behind the camera—one that’s taken him from Tokyo to Indonesia and onto film sets at the Camerimage festival. With over 20 years in image-making, Aleksander brings an eye trained by design and a mindset shaped by experience. He knows the value of patience, collaboration, and creating a relaxed atmosphere on set. His images reflect his influences—painting, cinema, culture—and his lens: frequent travels, heavier electronic music, and a bit of a rebellious streak. Check out our Livestream with him.  We asked Aleksander to share his process, what inspires him, and how he’s found his voice through photography. Here we go: What’s your first photo memory?  My earliest photography memory is from when I was about ten. I’d often go on walks with my grandfather, a …

Jack Eames’ decade-long journey with Haircuts4Homeless, capturing honest stories and opening new opportunities through his lens.  Photographer Jack Eames has been working with Haircuts4Homeless for nearly ten years. The charity offers free haircuts to people experiencing homelessness, but it’s about much more than a trim. It’s about connection, dignity, and being seen. For Jack, projects like this matter. They give him purpose, push his creative boundaries, and offer a meaningful way to give back. “What I do with Haircuts4Homeless is bring things to life.” — Jack Eames At events, Jack sets up his trusted foldout backdrop, which has been everywhere with him, and photographs guests after their haircuts. His portraits are stripped back and honest. No fuss. No frills. Just real people, often with a quiet confidence that comes through after a small but mighty act of self-care. The portraits also give something back. They help Haircuts4Homeless tell its story and keep its mission moving forward. For the people Jack photographs, the images can be a powerful reflection—sometimes showing them a version of themselves they …

New York-based fashion and beauty photographer Ruo Bing Li has carved out a distinct space in the fashion industry with his delicate, painterly aesthetic. Originally from Yunnan, China, Ruo discovered his passion for photography after moving to Canada at age 16 and exploring various art forms. He ultimately earned a master’s degree in digital photography from the School of Visual Arts in New York.   His portfolio goes beyond photography. He directs moving image projects, always maintaining his signature mix of artistry and beauty. In this interview, we talk to Ruo about his creative process, working with high-profile brands, and some advice for aspiring photographers. What made you focus on photography as your primary medium? During my undergraduate years, I first tried a few different art forms to explore other ways of expressing myself. But photography kept pulling me back. I love how it captures a moment and instantly tells a story. It made me see the world in a more detailed way, noticing light, shadows, and emotions. Photography felt like the perfect mix of everything …

Meet Caroline Grzelak, a Warsaw-based photographer and art director whose imagery blurs the lines between reality, memory, and emotion. With a background in graphic design from the Magdalena Abakanowicz University of Fine Arts, Caroline has crafted a style she calls “Emotional. Unavailable. Frozen.” She’s passionate about sparking the imagination and inviting viewers to interpret each image in their way. We asked her to share a bit about her inspiration, her style, and what it’s like to create pictures reflecting her story. We’ll move from family photos with a plastic camera to developing her unique imaging approach. Let’s get into it.  What’s your first photo memory? My first memory related to photography dates to the 90s in Poland, with the sun, my family home, and a small plastic film camera. It was always magical and astonishing to me how photographs were created. Back then, the camera accompanied my family everywhere; it was a part of us. At that time, it never crossed my mind that I would be using those same cameras to create my own …