photography by Tomek Jankowski
model Basia / Gaga Models
What is B ALBUM? It’s an imaginary journey through one year of life of emerging supermodel – Basia Szkaluba (IMG Models, New York). The B letter, [be:] is her name initial and a word used to describe different states of mind pictured in this album.
The project was developed in total secrecy. Only three people knew about it: Basia, her mom, Kasia and me, the photographer. Our aim was to create an album of simple, straightforward photography. Hence, you won’t find here any designer rags, stylized hair or make-up.
Just pure, raw beauty of Basia.
Every month of the year, we were meeting with Basia at exactly same place – a lakeshore, not far away from the place where Basia lives. We wanted to create a sensation of passing time and changing of seasons. Everything was done in very rare moments of Basia’s spare time – between her school studies and professional model work. So, the timing had to be perfect. Additionally, we did a number of side-sessions, when the mood was right and we felt the need to save the moment.
The year passed… Now, we can enjoy the contents of this album. A unique photographic tale, based on emotions and awareness of surrounding environment.
This album is available on issuu platform and photographer’s website:
issuu.com
tomekjankowski.net
