Ever since she was chosen by Alessandro Michele to be the face of Gucci in 2016, Petra Collins’ career has gone from strength to strength. From directing videos for Selena Gomez, to producing art installations for the MoMA in New York, it’s difficult to imagine that just a few years ago she was struggling to pass her final year of high school.
Proving that the education system is far from the be all and end all, 25-year-old Petra has captured the imagination of a photography industry that was previously dominated by older men. With her hazy and subversive take on the female gaze and modern femininity, the worlds of her shoots are so dreamy and idyllic, they make you want to dive right into your iPhone screen.
From glamour shots of pups to counting money with Cardi B, it seems that Petra’s photography and directing skills know no bounds. Here are some of our favourites picks from her impressive portfolio.
