A KALTBLUT exclusive. Photography by Simon Karlsson. Model is Denis Rusaks. Brands are Beyond Retro Urban Classics, Asos Design. Simon Karlsson is a photographer from Sweden, raised on the conservative countryside. Educated in both art school and photography, his work is about the love for portraits and the urge for creative freedom.
It’s also about questioning hierarchies in the mainstream fashion industry and collaborating with people outside of these hierarchies. Ultimately, it’s about connecting with and portraying new people. This particular editorial is a portrayal of the fascinating Denis Rusaks.