P´TITE CANAILLE
A REY exclusive Fashion Editorial, photographed in Madrid, Spain.
Photographed by Dito Oter
Art Direction Fabricio Pérez
Styling Jama
Grooming Chus Reyes
starring Xu Guoale @ Zeta Management
Constructs of Desire
A REY exclusive Portrait Series, photographed in London, UK.
Concept & Photography by Alex Charovas
starring Alex Rocky
Constructs of Desire
by Alex Charovas
In the series "Constructs of Desire," my lens delves into the intricate interplay of body language, gender, and sexuality, inspired by the spirited debates ignited by Cameron and Kulick's (2003) groundbreaking work, "Language and Sexuality." This collection captures a fusion of analogue black and white and colour photography, accentuated by light leaks and a vintage aesthetic. The title itself, "Constructs of Desire," nods to the multifaceted nature of desire explored within the images.
Cameron and Kulick expanded the study of desire beyond mere sexuality, introducing the concept of ontological desire—an individual's yearning to embody or emulate qualities intrinsic to a specific identity. In the context of masculinity, this desire extends beyond societal constraints, revealing a compelling exploration of self-construction within cultural discourses.
Drawing inspiration from Stephen Whitehead's (2002) discourse on masculine ontology, the series navigates the pursuit of being and becoming masculine through performative acts. Masculinity, viewed as a social phenomenon, unfolds as a constant engagement in discursive practices that suggest and reinforce the desired identity. Through a lens of cultural discourses, the desire to construct and validate one's masculine self becomes a focal point.
The visual narratives within "Constructs of Desire" transcend traditional gender norms, as a physically powerful yet vulnerably posed male model challenges preconceptions. Portraits capture not only the details of a well-defined physique but also the adoption of feminine poses, emphasising the performative nature of desire, both ontological and interpersonal.
"Constructs of Desire" invites viewers to contemplate the multifaceted dimensions of desire, masculinity, and identity. Through a visual journey, this series challenges conventional norms, encouraging a deeper understanding of the performative acts that shape and express desire within the complex interplay of body language, gender, and sexuality.
Rubén
A REY exclusive Fashion Editorial, photographed in London UK.
Photographed by Jay Sentrosi
Styling & Grooming by Paolo Casseb
starring Rubén Aires @ W Model Management
marinero
A REY exclusive Editorial photographed & Styled by Alan Román
starring Alexander Bernardino
Agency is NEW ICON Models
Man of the Woods
A REY exclusive editorial created in Buttermere Lake District, Northampton - UK.
Produced & Photographed by Malc Stone
starring Gavin Macdonald @ Models 1
queer mafia
A REY exclusive Fashion Editorial, photographed in Milan by Aldo Giarelli
Styling Olympia De Molossi
starring Julien @ MS Models Milano
Wardrobe by
Nove25, Versace, Dries Van Noten, Icon brand, Jill Sander, Etro
best seller
A REY exclusive fashion editorial, photographed in Limassol, Cyprus.
Photographed by Michael Geo
Styling & Direction Christos Christou
starring Christos Evzonas
Emmanuel
A REY exclusive In-House Fashion Editorial, photographed in Athens.
Photographed by Dimitrios Kleanthous
Styling & Grooming Christos Theophanous
starring Yiorgos Emmanuel @ VN Models
SUBURBIA TOKYO
A REY exclusive editorial, photographed in Scotland.
Photographed by Anna Isola Crolla
Styling Michelle Watson
Hair & Grooming Martine Carroll Kroma
Starring Jack @ Model Team Scotland
Raúl Lidón
A REY exclusive portrait story photographed in Barcelona, Spain.
Photographer Miguel lan Xo
Starring Raúl Lidón
TRAICIONERO
A REY exclusive fashion editorial.
Photographed by Michael Geo
Styling & Direction Christos Christou
Starring Andrea Ceraso @ MODEL PRO Agency
SILVER BLUE
Photography & Direction Dimitris Theocharis
starring Dimitris Tatarakis @ VN Models
mimosa
Photographer Dimitris Theocharis
Styling Christos Christou
Light the Way
Photographer: Antonio Eugenio
starring Matteo Capicchioni @ PRM agency
Regeneration
Photography: Nadia Correia
Art Direction & Styling: David Johnson
Grooming: Olivia Cochrane
Assistant Photographer Jess Rose
Models: Micah E @ IMM Models & Jacob S @ First Model Management
ORDINARY DAY
Photographer Stavros Christodoulou
Styling Christos Christou
Steven McRae
Photographer Stavros Christodoulou
Styling & Direction Christos Christou
Grooming Olga Van Der Heyden
starring Principal Dancer of Royal Ballet London Steven McRae
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Evening Guest
Photography: Migle Golubickaite
Styling: Almina Venclovaite
Model: Adam Gailiunas @ Premier Model Management