Lisa Rahim

I create from feelings I can’t explain, turning softness, nostalgia, and lingering moments into something I can finally hold onto.

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What is your favorite type of art to create?

I’m most drawn to creating emotive portraiture that feels like a memory. My work is inspired by film, fleeting moments, and the quiet in-between. I love capturing softness, depth, and a sense of intimacy that feels both nostalgic and timeless. I’m also deeply inspired by fashion editorial storytelling—the kind that feels a little strange, a little bold, and makes people pause. I love the idea of creating imagery that sparks conversation and leaves a lasting impression.

Where do you find inspiration?

I find inspiration in music, fashion, vivid dreams, and quiet moments—the kind you don’t plan for. A song, a passing location, a feeling I can’t fully explain. I’m always drawn to emotion, and the process of turning those moments into something visual and lasting. I’m also constantly inspired by everyday details—small, almost unnoticeable things that suddenly stand out to me. A specific shade of colour in nature, the way light hits something ordinary and makes it feel cinematic.

What would you do with $25,000?

If I had $25,000, I would invest it into my craft and creative freedom. I’d upgrade my camera gear that I’ve been using since 2016 and purchase my first car to expand location possibilities for shoots. I’d also love to return to film and the darkroom, reconnecting with a slower, more intentional process. My biggest dream is to create and travel to build dreamlike editorial portrait work, and one day see my images published in magazines and shared as fine art.

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