This month, I am not only enjoying the distinct treat of dressing the Alucia for editorial photos with Neil Rabinowitz, but staging her for show as well. (as of posting, Neil's images have not been published)
The nuances between set dressing (film or photo styling), property staging and decorating living environments are deliberate but not obvious. And while each method has a distinct approach, the end results can seem deceptively similar.
The retrofit by Deep Ocean Expeditions, LLC including all new design by Seattle's Joseph Artese, has transformed the Nadir, a french launch and recovery vessel into the Alucia, a floating research laboratory, cruise ship, art studio and media center.
The challenge presented to me was to subtly and appropriately enhance the lavish fittings while maintaining the technological flavor and industrial functionality of the refit which has placed the Alucia into a class by herself.
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