Black Sea Swimwear: Medium Format Art in Monochrome

This series redefines swimwear photography by stripping away color and focusing on form, texture and light. Captured with the Hasselblad X2D 100C on the rocky shores of the Black Sea near Varna, the images transform a commercial swimwear shoot into a fine art exploration. The model’s natural presence and the rough coastal landscape merge in a dialogue of contrasts, the smoothness of skin against jagged stone, the fluidity of water against solid rock.

Choosing black and white emphasises the timelessness and sculptural qualities of the body and environment. The medium format camera’s exceptional resolution captures every grain of sand and every subtle highlight, creating a tactile and immersive experience. This approach speaks to brands and creatives looking to present swimwear not just as product, but as part of a broader artistic narrative.

These images invite a slower look, a deeper appreciation of the craft behind swimwear advertising. They show how natural elements of the Black Sea beach can be woven into campaign imagery with authenticity and refinement, elevating the visual story beyond the expected.