In an evocative new editorial, Liminul Magazine is proud to present the collaborative work of Montreal-based photographer Marie-Elaine Gagné and the irrepressible Anna Bloda. Captured within the steamy, primal atmosphere of a downtown Russian bathhouse in New York City. This series of portraits probes the unapologetic self-expression that defines both space and subject.
Anna Bloda, a multi-talented artist, photographer, and the creative force behind Bloda’s Choice, steps into the spotlight as both muse and model. At the heart of the collaboration is Anna’s fearless embrace of her body and sexuality, an embrace that challenges conventional norms and celebrates the raw beauty of authenticity.
Marie-Elaine Gagné, whose lenses the muse, met Anna during a serendipitous visit to Chinatown, where their creative connection immediately sparked. Together, they have crafted a visual narrative that embodies the essence of the New York underground —a space where creativity, sensuality, and rebellion coalesce.
Credits:
Creative Direction: Marie-Elaine Gagné and Anna Bloda
Styling: Anna Bloda with designer pieces from Bloda’s Choice
Makeup: Anna Bloda
Photography: Marie-Elaine Gagné
Retouching: Anna Bloda
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