Lensed: Anna

From the first session, Anna brought a calm and poised energy in front of the lens. Anna has a quiet confidence, and somewhat of a stoic presence that made every session feel elegant and effortless. Anna always seemed naturally comfortable, both in studio settings and out on location, patiently allowing me to experiment or try an new approach to my photography.

Outdoor portrait of Anna wearing leather jacket.

Anna has amazing features — especially those striking cheekbones. The light seems to gently rest or float on her cheekbones, perfect for the fashion-oriented style we often experimented with.

Black and white studio portrait of Anna looking at the camera.

Anna’s patience and willingness to collaborate on new ideas made our sessions together consistently positive experiences. Whether indoors or outdoors, she welcomed every opportunity with grace and enthusiasm. Capturing her calm strength through my lens has been a lot of fun, and a privilege.

Studio portrait of Anna with her hair slicked back next to a mirror.Outdoor black and white portrait of Anna wearing a fur coat.Anna on the back of a delivery truck.Color portrait of Anna in the studio looking into the distance lit with orange lights.Dramatic black and white portrait of Anna with hard shadow wearing a cowboy hat.Anna at the beach in Chicago wrapped in a blanket.Color portrait of Anna at Chicago's lakefront with pink hair.Portait of Anna at Chicago's beach with wet hair.Black and white portrait of Anna in the studio with her hair slicked back and snarling.

I've photographed Anna on 10 separate occasions, and she always embodies a uniquely tranquil beauty paired with remarkable patience and poise, making every photographic moment memorable.

date published

Nov 17, 2024

date published

Nov 17, 2024

date published

Nov 17, 2024

date published

Nov 17, 2024

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Elegant portraits of Anna by Chicago and Naples photographer, Michael VanDerAa. Explore 11 stunning studio and outdoor images showcasing her calm, graceful presence.

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Elegant portraits of Anna by Chicago and Naples photographer, Michael VanDerAa. Explore 11 stunning studio and outdoor images showcasing her calm, graceful presence.

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Elegant portraits of Anna by Chicago and Naples photographer, Michael VanDerAa. Explore 11 stunning studio and outdoor images showcasing her calm, graceful presence.

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Elegant portraits of Anna by Chicago and Naples photographer, Michael VanDerAa. Explore 11 stunning studio and outdoor images showcasing her calm, graceful presence.

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