ELLIOT - Portrait of a man — STREET SMITH AGENCY

PORTRAIT OF A MAN.

AIM

To explore what it means to be a modern man.

OVERVIEW

In a collaborative, creative discussion and photographic documentary, creators Liz Sunshine and Elliot Garnaut will produce ‘Portraits of a Man’. A series of imagery shot by Sunshine and styled by Garnaut, the duo aims to explore the complexity behind modern masculinity, body positivity and empowerment. With inclusivity at the forefront, they ask the question – what does modern masculinity look like?

In a study of 10 subjects, Sunshine and Garnaut will explore and encourage conversation around the acceptance of the vastly varying forms of a modern man.

THEMES

Body Positivity.

Body positivity and inclusivity is an integral part of the narrative for a modern fashion industry. Whilst we have seen significant changes to the industry’s reception of diverse and plus size representation for females, males have largely gone unnoticed in this dramatically important movement.

Inclusivity.

TBC

Toxic masculinity.

TBC

Gender Identity.

TBC

TBC…

CONSIDERATIONS

Images should feel polished, but real and accessible.

Images should depict a variety of modern men that fit into the themes that are being explored. Inclusivity and authenticity should be at the forefront of all decision making.

Because Elliot and Liz have a presence it might be a nice opportunity to uplift - and discover amazing people local to Melbourne, rather than using people already known. Think Brendon Mayanja or Vincent Calderon, but super open to your thoughts.

** Continued thought from above note… A project that gives a voice to the everyday man, not just the men who already have a say. We could do a full studio day and shoot 10 men then, and another location day and shoot another 10. I can help source interesting talent, we could do a little bit of modeling agency, a little street cast - some people I know. And then a couple of strong familiar voices?