The Secret Garden: Photographer Builds an Elaborate Set in Her Attic for Surreal Portraits
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Since last year, Canadian photographer Daniela Majic has been working on an ongoing series titled “Secret Garden.” It’s a collection of surreal portraits created with elaborate handmade costumes and impressive garden sets constructed inside Majic’s tiny attic.
Here’s an in-depth look at the images she has created for the series so far.
The Queen Awakes
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A glimpse behind the scenes:
The Bee Keeper
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A glimpse behind the scenes:
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Wisteria Princess
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A glimpse behind the scenes:
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Madame Papillon
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A glimpse behind the scenes:
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Majic says she is using the series to raise money for the Canadian children’s charity Because I’m a Girl. You can purchase prints through her online shop and follow along with the project on her website.
Image credits: Photographs by Daniela Majic and used with permission
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