Tag: Pascal Uehli
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Beyond the Mist
Read this Post: Beyond the MistSpring can be unpredictable in the mountains, and so it was when Jana and I ventured to the Grimsel Pass for our photo session. At over 2,100 metres above sea level, the pass welcomed us with a cold, wet, and extreme weather front that created an atmosphere unlike any other. Photographing in such conditions always…
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Grace in Monochrome
Read this Post: Grace in MonochromeThere are portrait sessions that feel effortless from the very first frame — and working with Valentina is exactly that kind of experience. These recent black-and-white portraits were taken in a high-key light setup, where the background itself radiates a soft glow, gently enveloping the model without casting hard shadows. The result is a luminous…
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Chasing Daylight
Read this Post: Chasing DaylightIn this photo series with Naila, I wanted to capture the essence of portraiture through a blend of natural light and mood-driven composition. The photos were shot in my studio, where the light flowing in through the large windows created a soft, almost ethereal ambiance that is reflected in the delicate yet bold portrayal of…
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Contact Sheets: The intense shot with Chiara
Read this Post: Contact Sheets: The intense shot with ChiaraWelcome to this exclusive behind-the-scenes insight into one of my recent portrait sessions with model Chiara, photographed in natural daylight at my studio in Zurich. In this article, I share the story behind the shoot, my approach to working with available light, and the process I use to make a final image selection—drawing inspiration from…
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Poetic Reduction
Read this Post: Poetic ReductionThese black-and-white portraits of Chiara were created in the calm, focused environment of my studio in Zurich. In collaboration with the talented stylist Diana Korqaj, we developed a minimalist yet elegant aesthetic that draws attention entirely to Chiara’s presence and expression. Read this editorial now on my website.
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Sculpting Shadows: A Portrait Series with Irina Lozovaya
Read this Post: Sculpting Shadows: A Portrait Series with Irina LozovayaInspired by the interplay of light and shadow, I created a series of intimate portraits with Irina Lozovaya, blending elegance with raw emotion. The interplay of light and shadow became the defining element of this series. The delicate contrasts accentuated Irina’s elegance and gave each image a sense of depth and mystery. The black-and-white palette…
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Melancholy
Read this Post: MelancholyAs a black & white portrait photographer, I captured Emma van Riel in a melancholic and expressive series. Using a 120×180 cm Broncolor softbox in my Zurich studio, I played with light and shadow to enhance her delicate body language and introspective mood. Discover this editorial.
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Contact Sheets:
Read this Post: Contact Sheets:Most people only ever see the final portrait – the one image that makes it into the exhibition, the magazine, or my website. But what happens before that? How is the decision made, which photo deserves to be the one? In this blog post, I’m sharing a glimpse into that process – using two concrete examples of…
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Venice
Read this Post: VeniceVenice is an endless source of inspiration for my portrait photography. During an intense shoot with Fabia, we explored the city, harnessing natural light and playing with contrasts. The combination of historic backdrops and expressive model presence created a unique atmosphere. Each year, I organize the PORTRAIT INTENSE CLASS here—an opportunity to rediscover the city…
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Depth in Light and Shadow: Portraits of Irina Lozovaya
Read this Post: Depth in Light and Shadow: Portraits of Irina LozovayaIn this project, I aimed to explore the interplay between light and shadow, creating portraits that go beyond mere representation. Working with Irina Lozovaya as the model allowed me to push the boundaries of storytelling through expression and subtle gestures. The focus was on creating a minimalist yet powerful atmosphere, where every shadow became a…
