See Our First Member Spotlight of 2025

Welcome to our first spotlight newsletter of 2025! We have such a talented community of creatives on our Learner Platform — we’re proud to introduce some of our members in hope you can collaborate, connect, and of course, follow their journey.

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Layla Kosima

Connect via Instaram @layla.kosmina (Öffnet in neuem Fenster)

Layla is a London-based photographer and videographer, as well as the founder of Girls On Set. They work primarily with sex workers, helping bring their clients' ideas to life — from striking photoshoots to intimate OnlyFans content. Layla specialises in bold, unapologetic world-building photography, creating an uncensored fusion of fashion and art — all with a focus on empowering women.

Lia Matos

Connect via Instagram @liamatosphotos (Öffnet in neuem Fenster)

Lia Matos is a fashion and portrait photographer from South East London with over five years of experience in the field. Their work reflects a deep commitment to the craft, which continues to evolve and grow over time.

Sebastiano Giannina

Connect via Instagram @sebastianogiannina (Öffnet in neuem Fenster)

Sebastiano is queer, self-taught photographer with a focus on transforming emotions and ideas into bold, eye-catching visuals. Their work emphasizes pushing creative boundaries through unconventional styling, dramatic lighting, and distinctive props. By blending elements of fashion, photography, and unexpected concepts, they create striking visual narratives that reflect their identity and daily inspirations.

Sinead Thomas

Connect via Instagram @sinead.aoife (Öffnet in neuem Fenster)

Sinéad Áoife Ní Tomás is a creative director, art director, artist, model, and fashion stylist with a multidisciplinary approach to their work. Their practice centres on self-portraiture, using highly stylised, staged "fake candids" to explore and illustrate various narratives. These stories draw from personal experiences, well-known tales, and family histories. At the core of their work is a commitment to storytelling, which serves as the foundation for their creative expression.

Francesca Miller-Hard

Connect via Instagram @gigishoots (Öffnet in neuem Fenster)

Francesca Miller-Hard, also known as Gigi, is a fashion photographer based in Melbourne, Australia. They specialise in conceptual work that blends elements of fashion and art, often drawing inspiration from their vivid dreams. In addition to photography, they have a strong passion for mixed media animation and videography, further showcasing their dynamic creative range.

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