Bella Kotak: The Fabric of Fantasy - SmugMug Films

Bella Kotak’s fine-art-meets-fashion portraiture showcases the fantastic world that lives just at the edge of our vision. Using a rich palette of clothing, props, models, and scenery to paint her compositions, Bella’s work lifts the veil between our world and the one in which her imagination thrives.
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[@Ayush_mann90]

I have no words to say but it definitely gives me goosebumps . when i saw the photograph, if it would possible to learn from her then i must assist her and learn to her. I really like this kind of photography and i badly want to learn. If you guys see this pls help me with it. 🥺

[@cbxade]

This usually isn't my thing at all but i have to say that their work is amazing. Love it

[@SmugMugFilms]

Thank you. Its always great to hear from people being inspired and loving things that are different to their usual style.

[@MarinaChalom]

Amazing. She is an inspiration!

[@SmugMugFilms]

Sh e really is a true inspiration.

[@adedotunajibade]

I think I get the most inspiration from photographers/creatives that don't even shoot my genre. What I've just viewed is a paradigm of fantasy. Absolutely 💚

[@SmugMugFilms]

Adedotun, we love that you are open to experiencing the work from different genres and that you find inspiration in things you would not normally photograph.

[@chris_hoo]

I have no words to describe your work, I have been with you for a few years now and I love the way you work. Everything absolutely perfect, I'm your biggest fan. From Brazil here for you Bella

[@SmugMugFilms]

Thank you. Glad you enjoyed the film.

[@BellaKotak]

Thank you Chris!

[@SebastianBevanPhotography]

I luv these short films, really well put together, another great photographer too. I reckon you could make me look like a pro 🤣👍

[@SmugMugFilms]

Thank you Sebastian. We love making them and telling the stories of these amazing photographers.

[@ziggggy53ify]

Really gorgeous technique, processing and results. Fearless in execution yet believable tonality.
Bravissimo!
I do wonder if you have considered a PhaseOne XF V-Grip to make the portrait orientation a bit more comfortable, as well as providing the extra grip for overhead and ladder work.
Would like to see more of your work, Bella. Please always feel welcome at, DGrin.com. (Shameless plug.)

[@BellaKotak]

I didn't actually think of that! Thanks, that would be very handy indeed! :)

[@ThePhotographyHobbyist]

Excellent work! Enjoy the journey you're on... 👍😊

[@SmugMugFilms]

We only get one trip so best to make the most of it and enjoy it. Thank you.

[@derryk1]

If this young gal can afford a Phase One camera and lenses then she must be doing something right cause them things are super EXPENSIVE.

[@dancuriofromdreamportraits4667]

Hi Bella, how do you make money from this beautiful work. Do you work with clients as well as models?

[@fugitivephilo]

*oggles Phase One setup worth more than everything I own combined, car included*

[@SmugMugFilms]

It is a beautiful camera indeed but..... the best camera is simply the one you have with you!

[@Zetaphotography]

You can buy an older DF with a back for $1200 and a lens for $800, cheaper than canon nikon or sony at 40mpx. Stopp oggles and go do it.

[@josephchan4198]

I like watching other style of photography in my retirement. Like to see what the trends our. Great work.

[@MrRaychard123]

wonder if a regular dslr camera with descent lens able to replicate the shot, with her post processing style

[@A-RA-N]

not bad, but a lack of naturalness, We are very far from very great photographers

[@Baldy]

Bella's photography is oh-my-God breathtaking. I'm so glad SmugMug put Anton Lorimer's cinematography on the case to do justice to her fantastical photos.

[@SmugMugFilms]

Thank you Chris. So glad to hear you loved it. After all it was you that set us on this Films path.

[@cinetoner]

Thanks Baldy!

[@lesjoueursphotography]

Beautiful series. Beautiful subject. I am in awe that she does it all. I could never shoot and do the makeup?!

[@saurabhchakraborty488]

amazing thoughts beautiful work😊

[@robertoezequielbadillogome4465]

your work is magic and beautiful

[@EnriqueAviles]

Love Bella's and her husband work. Congratulations. On a side note, where can I get those smoke bombs? I've seen a couple on amazon but mixed reviews

[@SmugMugFilms]

We are honored to call them both Ambassadors. Such an inspirational couple.

[@johnlanders8410]

Search for "Enola Gaye WP40"

[@EnriqueAviles]

@@johnlanders8410 Thank you, sir with a great name!

[@BellaKotak]

I also find them on Amazon and eBay. They sell them here in the UK to test the chimney flues.

[@rudyvelez1741]

Wow!..I’ve never seen such an intricate way of producing creatively beautiful images...you are something else Bella! Simply Stupendous!!

[@sam2303100]

First like... have been following Bella's work for a while now. Love her unique style❤❤

[@SmugMugFilms]

Glad you enjoyed it.

[@BellaKotak]

Thank you!

[@juditgetu5161]

Bella Kotak is such a nuanced, inspiring, uniquely talented artist and story teller creating new worlds!!

[@BellaKotak]

Thank you

[@raghunandanaraghu6735]

I love.... your ಕ್ರೀಟಿವಿಟಿ..... nice

[@wewildscot1400]

Nothing like good tree parts for your eyebrows, I got this video through spam email asking me to view it

[@gilles3574]

MAGNIFIQUE

[@SmugMugFilms]

Thank you.

[@dianaaqra1418]

Wow, spectacular film and artist. Imagination becomes reality. Perfect!

[@PoeticallyCorrect007]

Bella Kotak 🧡💛❤️

[@ileanagarcia1492]

love it, love it, love it ❤

[@gregoryoutdoors]

The quality of those videos is just crazy to me! Definately one of the most inspiring channels I have watched so far!

[@SmugMugFilms]

Thank you Gregory. We are so glad you like our work and the films.

[@AshleyMarieArtAndPhotography]

Loved this insight into Bella's work! Absolutely stunning!

[@SmugMugFilms]

Thank you.

[@aefotograph_1]

She's my Favourite

[@pawanisana7523]

Magical work!

[@ECsponger2]

I love her voice. I could listen to her read me a novel.

[@roncooper8666]

She is an inspired artist and I feel honored to have been given a glimpse into her creative consciousness. Keep dreaming the big dream, Bella!

[@SmugMugFilms]

Thank you Ron.

[@door1771]

What is your camera

[@tuandoan8395]

Amazing works!!!. Love it

[@SmugMugFilms]

Thank you

[@boisNgyrls]

Well done Bella, I love your work.

[@SmugMugFilms]

Lots of love in the room! :)

[@BellaKotak]

Thank you!

[@atwixtor]

That camera though

[@serendigity]

I looked up her camera, worth 3 times my car.... :)

[@StevePhillips]

Super creativity, lovely X

[@SmugMugFilms]

Thank you Steve.

[@francescomeyvaert7543]

Keep up that incredibly astonishing work of yours!

[@Sergei6407]

Talents are everywhere talented

Simply awesome!

[@SmugMugFilms]

We really appreciate that Petr and hope you were inspired?

@@SmugMugFilms Definitely! Have to upload more shots on my SmugMug portfolio soon :-) :-)

[@herbiespizza]

Fantastic work.. Any idea what the song is...??

[@Goblinmoon]

Beautiful work! I used to do photoshoots like this on a much simpler scale way back... Makes me want to try it again.

[@SmugMugFilms]

You should definitely try it again. Go for it!

[@Reno_T]

Bella is so talented! Amazing work 👌🏻

[@MrGriz]

Can someone identify the image-editing program that appears around 6:25 in the video. Is that Photoshop or Lightroom or something else?

[@SmugMugFilms]

Hi. Bella is using Photoshop in the film.

[@MrGriz]

@@SmugMugFilms Gracias.

[@crismi144]

OUTSTANDING!

[@SmugMugFilms]

Thank you.

[@robinskinner4691]

Does anyone know the song in the video?

[@supersoline2832]

Wow this is amazing 🤩

[@ryutashimotomai1743]

Where can I find the type of smoke candle she uses?

[@SmugMugFilms]

Hi Ryuta I believe she buys them from Amazon.

[@arunas3512]

I love you