08.05.2025 •
Christiane Baumgart is a photographer and director specializing in fashion, beauty, and lifestyle. She works internationally for magazines, brands, and celebrities, blending a bold visual language with a strong creative stance. Known for her high-energy editorials and authentic campaigns, her aesthetic merges emotion with concept—whether in the studio, on the street, or on custom-designed sets.
“I’m drawn to what feels real—faces with stories, looks with edge, and moments that aren’t overly polished,” says Christiane, who will be presenting her work in person at the SHOWCASE during UPDATE-25-BERLIN. Her portfolio includes productions for brands such as Adidas, Adobe, Beiersdorf, Nike, L’Oréal, Maybelline, and Sony. She has photographed personalities like Lena Gercke, Leni Klum, Lena Meyer-Landrut, and Guido Maria Kretschmer. Her work has appeared in leading publications including VOGUE, ELLE, and Harper’s Bazaar.
In 2025, Christiane founded AKARI STUDIOS—a creative production company for photography, film, and concept development. With a strong network of creatives, she leads...
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07.05.2025 •
Always nice to see you .... PER APPELGREN photographed the artist Yulia Pavlen for the cover series of LE MILE magazine.
"Shooting outdoors in 40°F (5°C) weather was one of my most challenging experiences. I wore five looks, most of which were light-weight—one was just a skirt and bra. I was freezing the whole time but didn’t say anything. I knew it wouldn't be easy, so I focused on giving my best. The team was amazing, checking in regularly, which I really appreciated." Yulia Pavlen, performance artist.
".... I'm incredibly grateful for the experience. I love stepping out of my comfort zone. My motto is, 'This scares me, but let's try it.' Taking risks and pushing myself are just who I am. When I'm doing what I love, I forget about the discomfort. It feels like leaving the world behind and stepping into a space where I can express myself."
The Ukrainian-born Berlin resident is known for her subway make-up sessions... and of course we are absolutely thrilled by her performance art and can tell you: it's absolutely worth seeing!
GoSee : instagram.com/yuliapavlen
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07.05.2025 •
Laura Ponte was photographed by Stephanie PFAENDER c/o SHOTVIEW for DNA Magazine. The Spanish model never imagined she would one day be in the spotlight. As a child, she preferred to stay unnoticed—it was her mother who urged her to come out of her shell. But then fashion found her, and everything changed. In the 1990s, Laura became one of the most sought-after top models, appearing on covers and in editorials around the world. Today, at 51, fashion is still part of her life—but on her own terms. After her success on major runways and in front of the lenses of renowned photographers—Harper’s Bazaar named her one of the three highest-paid models in the world in 1996—Laura chose to step back. She turned her focus to design, first launching a jewelry line, then her own bridalwear label just before the pandemic, which she continues to design from her home studio.
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07.05.2025 •
TEAM
Photographer: @ozel_osman
For: @oddakorea
Model: Evelyn Song
Fashion director: @selnmcglx
Stylist: @yagmurkural_
Styling team: Melih Mizrak
Hair Stylist: Akari Matsumoto
Makeup Artist: Hyangsoon Lee
Photo Assistant: radek.piskorz
Editor In Chief: @davidmartingss
Agency: @referencestudios
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07.05.2025 •
'See How Five Style Experts Wear the Nike Field General' NIKE. 'In case you hadn’t heard, the Nike Field General is back—and it’s making a scene. The sportswear giant’s updated, American football-inspired wonderkid has been fished out of the archives, given a 2025 makeover, and generally revitalized for today’s horde of consumers hungry for all things low-profile.' Written by Justin Kendall for HIGHSNOBIETY.
TEAM
Styling: @peninahamanda
For: @highsnobiety @nike
Videography: @dianaboier
Models: @sadiqdesh @deavy.rosse @evissimax @hannah__dasilva @elviedesu
Nike Team
Rebeca Flores
Juliette Bosscher
Nicola Joubert
Highsnobiety Team
Senior Creative Director: Liv Wigley
Senior Account / Project Manager: Britta Flintermann
Producer: Rosalie Belochi
Talent Manager: Amanda Najem
Social Media Manager: Jordan Victor-Harrison
Production: Studio 11:40
Executive Producer: Ronja Prinz
Senior Producer: Pia Domkowski
Local Producer: Julie Velut
Local Assistant Producer: Mathieu Abravanel
Runner/Driver: Hugo Laffay
Production Support: Elsa Leviant
Photo Assistant: Max Zimmermann
Digital Operator: Alex Schoelcher
Styling...
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