The placement/internship involved assisting established London based stylist Harriet Cotterill in the lead up to a photo shoot for a new quarterly magazine VIKTOR, that is to be released sometime during Summer 2011.
This was the first time i had ever been to London on my own for anything other than retail therapy or to visit the V&A. I had to be quick on my feet and find my own way around ... and i did.
The days leading up to the shoot were hectic, visiting a handful of PR companies to arrange to loan suitable designer clothes that would complement a S/S 2011 narrative. As a stylist you need to be resourceful, sometimes it will fall on you to supply visuals to aid the overall feel of a magazine spread. One of my tasks was to travel to Essex to collect a riding saddle which was to be included in the shoot the next day.
The days leading up to the shoot were hectic, visiting a handful of PR companies to arrange to loan suitable designer clothes that would complement a S/S 2011 narrative. As a stylist you need to be resourceful, sometimes it will fall on you to supply visuals to aid the overall feel of a magazine spread. One of my tasks was to travel to Essex to collect a riding saddle which was to be included in the shoot the next day.
Not only getting the opportunity to assist an established stylist but seeing new aesthetics take shape, for a magazine that hadn't even released its debut issue yet was just so exciting.
My first time interning was a whirlwind & i have a lot to learn, my interest and excitement for the project made me sideline why i was actually there... to ASSIST.
It was such an insightful experience that i wouldn't change, except for me being slightly more helpful next time.
My first time interning was a whirlwind & i have a lot to learn, my interest and excitement for the project made me sideline why i was actually there... to ASSIST.
It was such an insightful experience that i wouldn't change, except for me being slightly more helpful next time.
I was asked to take video footage of the shoot, that could possibly be used for future website or online media. I am a video editing enthusiast so this doubled my excitement!
Excuse the poor quality.
Holly Fulton,
Flik Hall,
& Lara Bohinc.
& Lara Bohinc.
My tips for a first time intern.
Be reliableBe enthusiastic
Always be ready to take notes
Use your initiative
Don't lose sight of why your there
Establish what your precise responsibilities are; this is key.
Know what your skills are.
Don't be afraid to ask questions.
Have manners and encourage others to put trust and faith in you. Respect is key.
... and don't doubt yourself!
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Photographer: Jason Ell
Stylist: Harriet Cotteril
Model: Julia Oleynik
that sounds like such a cool internship! love the shoes :)
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