Jeffrey Sielski: High Voltage
“I always try to show beauty and strength in my editorials — and Tresy made that happen in every image.”
Text: VIONNE Magazine | Photographer: Jeffrey Sielski
Model: Tresy Curcelli (Manhattan Model Management) | Location: Vibe Space Studio Manhattan
Soft Light, Strong Presence
High Voltage is a study in controlled energy — where confidence hums beneath the surface and style speaks without noise. Shot by Jeffrey Sielski at Vibe Space Studio in Manhattan, this editorial captures model Tresy Curcelli in a series of poised, powerful moments shaped by light, movement, and intention.
Balancing softness with impact, Sielski’s approach allows Tresy’s natural presence to take center stage. From sculptural silhouettes to spotlighted drama, the series moves fluidly between elegance and edge. Each frame pulses with quiet intensity — a reminder that true power doesn’t need excess. It simply needs direction.
Interview with Jeffrey Sielski
VIONNE: Jeffrey, what inspired the title High Voltage for this photo series, and how does it reflect the shoot’s vibe?
Jeffrey: Honestly the title came from the energy that Tresy brings to every shoot, the vibe thats just what we have at the studio the name says it all Vibe Space.
VIONNE: You mentioned wanting a softer lighting style this time. What made that decision stand out for this shoot in particular?
Jeffrey: The use of softer lighting gives the model a very beautiful look, but also I knew that the use of the spot lighting would work amazing with the dress that Tresy chose to wear both style of lighting just worked out incredible.
VIONNE: Is there a project, style, or concept you haven’t explored yet but feel drawn to creatively?
Jeffrey: There have been so many styles, concepts I have do over the years, but there are a few I am working on for the coming new year.
VIONNE: You’ve worked with many models—but what stood out about Tresy Curcelli’s energy and posing?
Jeffrey: Yes that is true, Tresy has a very beautiful look, honestly she is just a natural in front of the camera her posing flows like water that combined with her energy is incredible.
VIONNE: Who are some visual artists or photographers who shaped your eye or approach to fashion photography?
Jeffrey: I developed my style pretty early on, but many designers & photographers have been a huge influence on me, designers like Alexander Mcqueen, Karl Lagerfeld, Jon Galliano they pushed boundaries broke the rules of fashion, photographers like Peter Lindbergh, Steven Meisel, Irving Penn, Herb Ritts to name a few, also the days of the famous clubs in NYC inspiration was everywhere.
VIONNE: You’ve created a strong visual identity within Vibe Space Studio. How has that location helped define your creative direction?
Jeffrey: Yes it definitely has so much, honestly its because of the 3 most amazing ladies that own the studio,Elena,Liza & Elizabeth there photography, there visual ideas are incredible they truly always inspire me.
VIONNE: What advice would you give to emerging photographers trying to find their own voice in fashion today?
Jeffrey: Try shooting as many different styles of fashion photography as you can, always be professional, have a social media account so other can see your work, try putting together an amazing team - hair stylist, makeup artist, shot in a professional studio that has different lighting setups backgrounds, props, always be positive with your model be encouraging just keep shooting it takes time but you will find what works for you.
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