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Artist Statement

ARTIST STATEMENT

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Photography, for me, is an act of deep observation and emotional translation. Over the past 24 years, my practice has evolved across fashion, portraiture, corporate, editorial, and fine art disciplines—but at the heart of everything I do is the desire to tell visual stories that feel both timeless and personal.

 

My work is heavily influenced by the cinematic and editorial aesthetics of the 1950s and 60s—an era I return to often, drawn to its textured glamour and its portrayal of feminine strength and elegance. I aim to infuse each image with that same sense of mood, style, and compositional care. Whether I am working on a fashion campaign, or a fine art portrait, my approach remains the same: create light that sculpts, framing that invites curiosity, and an atmosphere that allows authenticity to unfold naturally in front of the lens.

 

A key part of my process is listening. Every project—whether with a family, a brand, or an individual—begins with understanding: who they are, what story they want to tell, and how they hope to be seen. This informs everything from the location and styling to the rhythm of the session itself. My clients often say they feel comfortable, even energized, in front of the camera—a reflection of the ease, empathy, and spontaneity I bring to each collaboration. I believe that trust and creative freedom go hand in hand.

 

My photographic style is defined by its warmth and cinematic tone. I often work with natural light or lighting setups that emulate the softness and contrast of classic film. My portraits are both styled and organic—planned yet open to the unscripted. I seek moments that feel emotionally resonant, often exploring themes of connection, femininity, introspection, and movement. In fashion and corporate work, I combine strong visual structure with narrative subtlety, allowing a brand’s voice to emerge without cliché. And in my fine art and documentary work, I lean into the poetic—the spaces between people, gestures, and silence.

 

Working between Athens and the international scene, I’ve had the privilege of photographing people from all walks of life—models, entrepreneurs, musicians, parents, newlyweds, children. Each shoot reminds me that photography is not just about aesthetics—it’s about memory, identity, and the quiet power of being seen. My aim is always to create imagery that feels personal yet elevated, polished but never distant.

 

In the end, I want my photographs to feel like fragments of a beautiful story—one that my clients can return to again and again, discovering something new each time. Whether it's a fleeting glance, a bold stance, or the play of light across a shoulder, I look for the moments that echo beyond the frame. Because that’s where the magic lives.

BIOGRAPHY

My name is Beva Sewell, I was born in Nevada in the West Coast of the US.  I grew up as a cowgirl in a ranch near the Sierra Nevada mountain range.

From the age of 12 I began working as an actress and fashion model and by 14 I took a serious interest in photography.

I began to work as a freelance photographer in advertising and magazines around the world by the age of 17.

I am a self taught artist, coming from the age of dark rooms, and expensive analogue film, hand painted retouching and polaroids to check light.  Photographs were printed, and enjoyed as precious.  I would sketch my ideas before attempting them, hours were dedicated in preparation for a single shot. Although we live in the digital age, the arduous time spent in analogue has contributed to the way I approach working. I love classic photography, elegance and inner beauty.
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I worked for high fashion brands and magazines in NYC, Paris, London, Milan, as well as Athens, Greece.

Some of the clients that I have worked with Internationally: Christian Dior, Vogue Russia, Amica Italia, Gentlemen's Quarterly UK, Max Fashion Ny and Italia, Elle, Rolling Stone, Levi's,  L'Officiel Paris, BMM Italia, Jalouse Paris, Victorio y Lucchino Spain, Marks and Spencers United Kingdom, Galleries Lafayette Paris, Pal Zileri Italia, Frankie Morello, Elisebetta Franchi Italy, Harper's Bazaar Greece, Marie Claire Greece, Volt United Kingdom, Bolero Switzerland, Annabelle Germany, Elle Germany,  and many more

Many of these clients I maintained working relationships for up to 7 years. I believe in partnership and team work, I value my clients feedback and understand how to turn my client's ideas into original works of art.  I have been responsible for corporate portraiture, business events and office photography for Andersen Legal Athens, Greece for 11 years and more to come. ​In 2009 I exhibited in a group exhibition at the Megara Mousikis photography show A fashion journey through photography.  â€‹In 2011-2014 I created MosaicZoo art Gallery in Mykonos, and have sold my paintings and mosaic sculptures around the world.

In 2015 I welcomed my first of three children and started the journey of family. 

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