Twilight Existence

Twilight Existence

I am Susannah Benjamin and I live my life in photos. I picked up a camera when I was about 12 years old. Now, at 17, it is the center of my universe. Every time I see a strange face, it sets off my imagination. My world is one populated by gangly adolescents who are living out a twilight existence in that no-man's-land between childhood and adulthood. My 3 close friends serve as my muses and constant sources of inspiration. I do not believe in beauty for the sake of beauty—my photos always have a message or a narrative, because above all I am a storyteller.

Photography by Susannah Benjamin.

Shot on location at Greenwich Academy in Connecticut.

Styling by Michel Onofrio; hair by Rebecca Plymate of See Management; makeup by Yuko Mizuno of Rona Represents. Fashion editor: Angela Velasquez.

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Indigo by Clarks peep-toe booties with leather chain detail. Built by Wendy top; model’s skirt; Falke socks. Sanita ankle-strap clogs. Turtleneck by Petit Bateau; model’s skirt; Falke knee socks.

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There is something about the symmetry of Saskia's face and the paleness of her complexion that encourages me to cast her in thousands of different roles.

Built by Wendy top.

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My work explores aging, adolescence, metamorphoses and restrictions.

El Naturalista cuffed heel. Billy Reid union suit; Falke knee socks.

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Hush Puppies suede oxfords. Model’s own vintage top, kilt and bracelets; Falke socks.

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Alegria stud-embellished thongs. Rieker jeweled sandal. Plaid dress by Joie; Timo Weiland tweed tank and bowtie.

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My primary muse is named Saskia. She is constantly transforming into different entities and is featured in the vast majority of my work.

Rockport mesh jazz shoes. Alice Ritter knickers; cardigan by Inhabit; model’s tank; Timo Weiland headband; Falke socks.

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Hazy hues cast a moody spell over Spring '11 comfort footwear.

Pikolino perforated oxford. Billy Reid shirt; model’s own skirt; ankle socks by Falke.

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Lace-up slingback by Camper. Billy Reid bowtie blouse and union suit; top by Alice Ritter; Falke socks.