FEATURE INTERVIEW
Skorch
FEATURE INTERVIEW
There is something genuine and raw about plus size women and models
Skorch
Going back to photography . While going to castings , I met quite a handful of beautiful plus size women and got to know more plus size fashion labels . But in looking at the commercial content that some labels produce , I came to realize that curvy fashion became a little bit one-sided : curvy women are expected to look … curvy , but there is not much content that showcases personality , individuality or even creativity . That is how I saw my opportunity in supporting a better and more diverse representation in fashion for plus women . I started photographing women to support their journey in the fashion industry , but also to show content diversity . This idea is still evolving . Almost all shoots on @ urbanephoto were pro bono . In addition , curvy women are great medium to work with for me as a photographer . There is something genuine and raw about plus size women and models , and I think this should be captured as it , to me , could be more interesting than straight size commercial work .
I also strive to work with smaller , local designers for my personal projects that carry out important messages whether it ’ s style or sustainability . I salute people like Yona , Shegul , Universal Standard . I recently met Lisa Aviva and we had a fabulous time shooting images and talking about sustainable fashion . There are so many other up and coming labels out there that are not only about consumerism and the typical looks , ( Sarah Manning , TielDorein ). Let ’ s help them out !