Elizaveta Porodina Releases Debut Photo Book 'Found Dreams' with Prestel
Elizaveta Porodina, a photographer based in Munich, has launched her first photo book titled 'Found Dreams,' published by Prestel. This collection showcases her favorite pieces from her artistic journey thus far. While in New York for a week of promotional events coinciding with the book's release, she shared insights with AnOther. Renowned for her surreal and psychologically rich imagery that blurs the lines between fashion photography and fine art, Porodina has collaborated with high-profile clients like Dior, Hermès, and Armani, capturing notable figures such as Jessie Buckley, Paul Mescal, Zendaya, Brad Pitt, and Ariana Grande. Originally from Russia, she moved to Germany at 12, where feelings of alienation propelled her into art. Although she initially pursued psychology for security, she switched to photography in 2009, teaching herself the craft. Influenced by Surrealism and iconic filmmakers like Alfred Hitchcock and Stanley Kubrick, 'Found Dreams' embodies her exploration of the unconscious and the creative process. The book is now available from Prestel Publishing.
Key facts
- Elizaveta Porodina's debut photo book is titled 'Found Dreams'.
- The book is published by Prestel.
- Porodina is based in Munich.
- She was in New York for a week of appearances and the book's release.
- She previously worked as a clinical psychologist.
- In 2009, she abandoned psychology and began taking photographs on weekends.
- She is self-taught and has avoided formal photography instruction.
- Her clients include Dior, Hermès, and Armani.
- Her subjects include Jessie Buckley, Paul Mescal, Zendaya, Brad Pitt, and Ariana Grande.
- She was born in Russia and lived there until age 12, then moved to Germany.
- She has cited loneliness as a catalyst for her art making.
- Her work is influenced by Surrealism, Madame Yevonde, Alfred Hitchcock, and Stanley Kubrick.
Entities
Artists
- Elizaveta Porodina
- Jessie Buckley
- Paul Mescal
- Zendaya
- Brad Pitt
- Ariana Grande
- Madame Yevonde
- Alfred Hitchcock
- Stanley Kubrick
Institutions
- Prestel Publishing
- Dior
- Hermès
- Armani
- AnOther
Locations
- New York
- United States
- Munich
- Germany
- Russia
- Elizabeth Street Garden
- Manhattan