There’s something timeless about a powerful portrait editorial shot between monochrome intimacy and vibrant color storytelling. Czech model Alex Nikolaj delivers exactly that in a captivating new series photographed by Lukas Kimlicka at Závod.
The visual narrative moves effortlessly between black-and-white frames and rich color compositions, allowing Alex’s magnetic presence to command every image. Kimlicka’s lens captures masculine elegance with cinematic precision, balancing softness and intensity through dramatic lighting, sharp tailoring, and sensual close-ups.
Set against the quiet atmosphere of Závod, the editorial embraces a raw European mood—minimal yet emotionally charged. The monochrome portraits emphasize texture, expression, and body language, while the color shots introduce warmth and modern sophistication.
Alex Nikolaj proves once again why he’s becoming a standout face in contemporary menswear editorials. His versatility shines through every frame, moving from brooding noir-inspired imagery to polished fashion-forward moments with effortless confidence.
Photographer Lukas Kimlicka continues to refine his signature aesthetic: clean compositions, sensual masculinity, and emotionally resonant portraiture that feels both editorial and cinematic.
The result is an arresting visual series that celebrates masculine beauty through contrast—light and shadow, black and white, softness and strength.
Photography @lukaskimlicka
Talent @alex_nikolaj_
It’s a beautiful and impressive body of work, with a stunning face and a model.