Elegant woman in black dress standing by vintage window in ornate interior, long hair, bracelet, dramatic lighting.

VIDEOLAND // MÁXIMA S2

The royal make-over

 

State portraits with an editorial edge. Commissioned by Videoland for the launch of Máxima Season 2, the focus was entirely on high-end fashion lighting rather than standard event shots. Split into two chapters: the portraits and the event.

 

Woman in elegant black gown with sheer polka-dot sleeves and gloves poses in a luxurious wood-paneled room.

PART I

STATE PORTRAITS

 

 

A series of portraits balancing the layout of a classic court painting with the clean, sharp lighting of modern fashion photography.

Black and white photo of a man in a suit walking through an elegant hallway with patterned carpet and draped curtains.
Woman in black gown seated on wooden chair in elegant room with patterned floor and red curtains.
A woman in profile view wearing a large pearl earring and gold necklace, with long blonde hair and a black off-shoulder top.
Black and white photo of a blonde woman in a flowing black gown twirling in a dimly lit vintage room.
Woman in a deep purple sequin long-sleeve dress with hand on hip, elegant evening wear.
Black and white photo of a woman in a dark dress sitting on a windowsill, gazing outside a large window.
A stylish man in a black velvet suit with a star brooch poses elegantly against a warm, draped backdrop.
Elegant woman in black dress standing by vintage window in ornate interior, long hair, bracelet, soft natural light.
Blurred black and white photo of a person descending marble stairs with a dark handrail, creating a ghostly motion effect.
Woman in elegant black strapless gown with cape sleeves poses in ornate wood-paneled room with large window.
Black and white portrait of a blonde woman touching her hair, wearing hoop earrings and a chain necklace.
Elegant man in black tuxedo with bow tie gazing sideways near a window in formal attire.
Black and white photo of elegantly dressed guests seated at a round dining table in a formal wood-paneled banquet room.

PART II

THE EVENT

Documenting the full experience.

From the initial makeovers in the makeup chairs to the royal etiquette lessons and dinner that followed.

Black and white photo of two men in suits, one adjusting the other's tie while smiling indoors.
Makeup artist applying eyeshadow with a brush to a woman's eyelid during a professional makeup session.
Black and white photo of a professional makeup brush set organized in a leather roll case.
Makeup artist applying cosmetics backstage with a Videoland branded mirror and professional brush kit on a vanity table.
Black and white photo of a man getting makeup applied backstage, wearing a dark outfit with a brooch.
Black and white photo of an elegant place setting with a tulip, menu card, and cutlery at a formal dinner event.
Black and white photo of a man in a suit sitting in a chair, holding a small object while speaking at a formal event.
Black and white photo of wine being poured into crystal glasses on a white tablecloth at a formal dinner.
Woman in elegant black polka dot mesh dress sitting gracefully on a teal velvet sofa in a sophisticated interior.
Black and white photo of a woman in polka dot stockings and high heels sitting elegantly with bracelets on her wrist.
Man in black suit with white cuffs, wearing a watch and rings, hands folded on lap.
Stylish man in pinstripe suit and tie posing confidently in an elegant dark wood interior.