‘Whimsical Magazine, Tales Of Portraits... Whimsical Magazine is a new independent fortnightly publication aiming to highlight and sublimize portrait photography in all its forms, envisioned as a work of art. Additionally to awesome and unique editorial or commercial portraits, every issue will consist of interviews and articles spotlighting talents, from every part of the world, who will inspire every photography and image enthusiast and stimulate you to excel in your art, in order to make you live your passion more completely. Passion, creativity, emotion and audacity are our 4 watchwords. Ben Everden is the photographer behind the lens. He’s known as having an intuitive response to push the boundaries of what’s acceptable, whether he’s working with an irreverent surf brand from Australia or a conservative car company from Sweden. It’s precisely this out-of-the-box vision, paired with a solution-driven ‘never give up’ attitude, that gives each aspect of his work something that people want to talk about. One of the secrets to his success is how he shares his vision – through his lens. He’s lived many lives through those lens – pointed it at a wild array of people, from ‘Thor’ to a bevy of ‘Victoria’s Secret’ Models ; uniquely captured the beauty of Peru, Abu Dhabi, Cuba, Portugal and almost literally, countless more locations. He’s had many adventures beyond the camera – he’s dressed an international pop star for her wedding and made ‘Magic Mike’ mimic ‘Van Damme’ just to name a few. His way of observing and absorbing the world around him, plus his ability to provide a uniquely real interpretation, makes him the ideal person to capture all areas of life. «Most photographers go and photograph something that they see, that exists, and that somebody else has created – they document it. But fashion photographers have to create what they’re going to photograph. We have to go into the thought and build it up, get a girl, get a guy, get a situation, get the house, get the decor. It’s the meaning of the word photography: “writing with light.” » Mario Testino, international Peruvian fashion and portrait photographer Have a good read!’