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Introduce briefly
Petra Collins is a Canadian artist, photographer, and model who has gained prominence in the art and fashion industry. Her work is known for its feminine and dreamlike aesthetic, often exploring themes of femininity and empowerment from a female perspective [1].
Early Life and Education:
- Petra Collins was raised in Toronto and attended Rosedale Heights School of the Arts [1].
- She began practicing photography at the age of 15 and continued to develop her skills throughout high school [1].
- Collins attended the Ontario College of Art and Design for two years, studying artistic criticism and curatorial practice [1].
Early Career:
- Collins started taking pictures in high school and became a protege of photographer Ryan McGinley [1].
- She also worked with photographer Richard Kern and became a resident photographer for Rookie magazine [1].
- Collins ventured into the art world, curating shows featuring her art collective, The Ardorous, and exhibiting her own work [1].
- In 2014, she had her first solo exhibition called "Discharge" at the Capricious 88 Gallery in New York [1].
Art and Photography:
- Collins created the website "The Ardorous" as a platform for young female artists to challenge contemporary ideologies of femininity [1].
- She has edited a book called "Babe," featuring the work of thirty international artists [1].
- Collins has been recognized as one of Dazed & Calvin Klein's 100 Creatives Shaping Youth Culture and one of Vogue's 40 Creatives To Watch [1].
Directing:
- Collins has directed a number of short films and music videos, including works for Carly Rae Jepsen, Cardi B, and Olivia Rodrigo [1].
- She has also directed advertisements for brands like Gucci, Adidas, and Nordstrom [1].
Modeling and Acting:
- Collins has been featured as a model in campaigns for Calvin Klein and Gucci [1].
- She also had a supporting role in Amazon's TV series, "Transparent" [1].
Literary Work:
- Collins has published two books: "Discharge," which features her photography, and "Babe," a collection of art and photography by female artists [1].
- She collaborated with actress Alexa Demie on an erotic photography book that reimagines fairy tales through an erotic lens [1].