Photo Courtesy of Bruce Luetters of 3Sixty Photography

The Mystery at Castle Hill

My mother read me Nancy Drew's "The Secret of the Old Clock" when I was a little girl; I was enchanted. Mystery, adventure, and fashion - what more could you ask for! The novels' rich, ominous settings proved a perfect source of inspiration for a photo-shoot, and I love the notion of portraying such courageous female heroine. Shot on location in Ipswich Massachusetts, at The Crane Estate, my inner child had a field-day with this one. 

Production, Concept, Art Direction, Styling, Model, Hair & Makeup: Chloe Barcelou
Photography and Post Processing: Bruce Luetters of 3Sixty Photography
Styling & Wardrobe Contributions: Pam Pierce Barcelou
Assistance: Brandon Batchelder of B&C Productions
Location: The Crane Estate

Steam Rising

After collaborating with Kato, founder and designer of Steampunk Couture on a modeling gig in 2012, I was asked to shoot her newest collection shortly after. One thing leads to another, and soon, the shoot became its own theatrical production, featuring 4 models, multiple hair stylists and makeup artist, grand locations, and months of production. Once the editor of New Hampshire Magazine caught wind, this shoot was too good to be missed; so he attended, landing me my first big cover story. The process was generously filmed by local filmmaker: John Hession, creating an arresting behind the scenes video, highlighting my process of creating a fashion editorial.

Behind The Scenes

Photo's Courtesy of Bruce Luetters of 3Sixty Photography

Video Courtesy of John Hession

New Hampshire Magazine

Production, Concept, Art Direction, Photography & Styling: Chloe Barcelou
Selected Wardrobe: Steampunk Couture
Behind-The-Scenes Photography: Bruce Luetters of 3 Sixty Photography
Behind-The-Scenes Video: John Hession
Models: Carolan Bonnet, Ashley Phillips, Dawn-Marie Currier, Emery Griffith & Sara Murphy
Makeup Artist: Amy Linnell-Monkiewicz of Glam It Up LLC & Alexandra Angelone
Hair Stylist: Janet Dolan & Jessica Arebalo Ruston of Salon Bogar
Body-painting: Hannah Griffith
Assistance: Brandon Batchelder of B&C Productions & Kristina Marie Smith of KM Photography
Retouching: Robert van der Laan
Special Thanks to Rick Broussard of New Hampshire Magazine and Salon Bogar.

Photo Courtesy of Kayt Silvers of Silver & Bynes Photography

Jean-Honoré Fragonard

Ever inspired by classical art, I have always dreamed of recreating some of my favorite masterpieces through the modern lens. Influenced by the style of one of my favorite photographers, Tim Walker, I decided to take a whimsical approach to reproducing this painting. Recalling a heap of leftover props and materials from a film I art directed and styled, I got to work recycling wallpapers and costumes, as well as handcrafting nearly 50 "paper roses" - made from coffee filters - to bring to life this romantic renaissance painting, the behind-the-scenes of which I decided to expose, revealing the seldom seen process that is a photo-shoot.

Behind The Scenes

Production, Concept, Art Direction, Set Design, Props, Model & Makeup Artist: Chloe Barcelou
Photography & Post-Processing: Kayt Silvers of Silver and Bynes Photography
Behind-The-Scenes Video: Evan T Perry
Location: Dan Diaz of Westerman’s Props
Hair Stylist: Tracy Mushow of Ginger Roots Salon
Male Models: Wilnor Tereau & Adam W Mayerson
Assistance: Brandon Batchelder of B&C Productions

Photo's Courtesy of Sleep Walk Films

Spanish Mary 

On a gorgeous foggy 5am late summer morning, my cinematographer friend Zach and I ran around the dewy New Hampshire far I called home, for no particular reason other than were interested in making new images and had wonderful resources available at our fingertips. Inspired by Sophia Coppola, I dug a favorite dress out of my storage unit and we went to work on this simple piece. 

Production, Model, Costume: Chloe Barcelou
Video + Photography: Sleep Walk Films

Ressurection

I adore Rococo. It's a style that appears in much of my personal work. I decided to approach this Marie Antoinette shoot with a sense of humor, acknowledging the pop culture trend of re-imagining our favorite historical characters - as zombies. With a longing to stay true to the sense of the times' aesthetic, but not having access to the appropriate shooting location, Brandon and I made a substitute backdrop by hand.

Production, Art Direction, Set Design, Styling, Makeup Artist & Photography: Chloe Barcelou
Concept: Hannah Griffith
Special Effects: Michael Geary
Model: Abby Stuart
Hair Stylist: Jessica Arebalo Ruston of Salon Bogar
Styling & Wardrobe Contribution: Pam Pierce Barcelou

Photo Courtesy of Bruce Luetters of 3Sixty Photography

Tribute to America's First President

Recycling one of my handmade wigs from a Rococo shoot - giving it a white powder makeover, I thought recreating Washington's iconic portrait was a fun way to pay homage to America's Democracy in 2016, an Election year.

Production, Concept, Art Direction, Props, Makeup Artist & Model: Chloe Barcelou
Photography & Post-Processing: Bruce Luetters of 3Sixty Photography
Assistance: Brandon Batchelder of B&C Productions

A Grimm Tale

It's probably no surprise to you that I love fairy-tales. Their themes play a large role in much of my personal work. Delving into one of my favorite stories, and drawing from Renaissance era master artists, I recreated Rumplestilskin.  

Production, Art Direction, Set Design, Props, Styling, Makeup Artist & Photography: Chloe Barcelou
Models: Sophia Barcelou and Leah Couture
Hair Stylist: Jessica Arebalo Ruston of Salon Bogar
Wardrobe Contributions: Pam Pierce Barcelou
Assistance: Brandon Batchelder of B&C Productions
Location Courtesy of Elizabeth Miller
Lighting Courtesy of John Hession

Mythology

Eager to add more diversity to my body of work, I took a plunge into the dark side for this shoot, exploring one of the most creepy godesses in Greek Mythology. And yes, the snakes are real.

Production, Art Direction, Props, Makeup Artist & Photographer: Chloe Barcelou
Models: Hally Sheely & Heather Anderson
Hair Stylist: Janet Dolan of Salon Bogar
Lighting Courtesy of John Hession
Snakes Courtesy of New England Reptile Distributors (NERD)
Assistance: Brandon Batchelder of B&C Productions

Down the Rabbit Hole

An ongoing series, I "fell down the rabbit hole" early in my career, exploring set design and styling using Alice in Wonderland (a cherished childhood staple) as my inspiration. Without knowledge of Photoshop, I was compelled to hand-craft elaborate props and decorations, relying on them to convey the story. Often scavenging my Mother's collection of vintage pieces and decorations, I pieced together, produced, styled and photographed some of Alice's most iconic adventures.

 

Production, Art Direction, Set Design, Styling, Props & Photography: Chloe Barcelou
Post Processing: Sarah Ann Loreth
Models: Olivia Barcelou, Dawn-Marie Currier, Molly Miller, Taryn Elise & Shaylyn Riane, Danielle Merlino & Sara Murphy
Hair & Makeup: Chloe Barcelou, Pam Pierce Barcelou & Amy Linnell-Monkiewicz
Prop and Wardrobe Contribution: Pam Pierce Barcelou

Early Work

2007-2013