Research - Costume/Props

 Props & Costumes

Props

Props are crucial with story telling, it allows readers to envision the cultural dynamics or time-frame in which the image is displayed. Props are also a great way for the model to feel more in-tune with their character, if one is being played. 

The props within this photo include the gloved hands and the razor or un-identified objected placed on the models face. These dynamics along with the other mise-en-scene elements create a complete image that tells the story the photographer wished to be told.

Costume

Similar to props, costumes allow models to feel in-tune with their character. Costumes for magazines are different than the typical one utilized for a role in a film. Costume can simply be a casual outfit, or a monochrome aesthetic to capture the area in which the picture will be placed throughout the magazine. Costumes can also be in the form of makeup as a model discovers a character to portray and sell. 

This costume was added to allow the model to feel more in-tune with her future career path. Although she is not currently in her field, she has achieved steps that allow her future career to be closer to her than others. This costume purpose could be motivation. 

Source - https://dickgeorge.co.uk/2020/02/the-importance-of-props-in-film/#:~:text=Why%20are%20Props%20Important%3F,huge%20focus%20of%20the%20film.