Julie Powell is a photographer, writer and educator, offers unique photographic opportunities and inspirational ideas to help YOU become the photographer you wish to be.
BFOP Roaring 20s
The Roaring 20s – A Gatsby-Inspired Portrait Experience
Step back into the dazzling era of jazz, pearls, and pure glamour with my Roaring 20s Workshop, captured during the annual BFOP (Bright Festival of Photography) photography festival. This session celebrated the timeless elegance of the Gatsby era — where sophistication met rebellion, and every frame shimmered with old-Hollywood charm.
From the glint of sequins to the drama of cinematic lighting, photographers explored how to craft mood and narrative through pose, expression, and shadow. Featuring the stunning Nicola Paige, our muse for this shoot, the set design combined vintage props, classic backdrops, and soft, sculpted light to recreate the allure of the 1920s.
Whether you’re a portrait photographer seeking inspiration or simply love vintage aesthetics, this collection showcases what’s possible when styling, lighting, and storytelling come together.
✨ Captured during the BFOP Weekend
🎩 Model: Nicola Paige
💄 Creative direction & photography by Julie Powell
