C O N T R I B U T O R S
CAROLINE KNOPF / PHOTOGRAPHER
INNOVATIVE , BOLD IMAGERY always finds itself within the photographs of Graphis Master , Caroline Knopf , a U . S photographer with photography in her DNA ; her grandfather was a World War II photographer , and her father and grandmother were photographers as well . Even Knopf ’ s husband , Mark Stetler was going to school to study photography . According to Knopf , it seemed like a no-brainer for her to start photographing and she eventually became a celebrated figure in fashion photography .
Graphis featured her work and she won Gold in the Photography Annual 2013 in Journal issue # 361 . Her work “ Christina ’ s World ” was featured on the front cover . The ethereal quality of her fashion photography has led to jobs with clients such as Elle magazine , Conde Nast and Maybelline . She ’ s also shot for Neiman Marcus , which she relates is a favorite client that she ’ s worked with in her Journal Q & A . See her photography in “ One Foot in Eden ” on page 84 .
CEDRIC SMITH / PHOTOGRAPHER
IN 1996 CEDRIC SMITH BECAME A PAINTER in Atlanta and shortly thereafter his love for vintage photographs was incorporated into almost all of his works . After showcasing his paintings in different major cities , it was only after he moved to Savannah , Georgia that he just “ picked up the camera ” and started shooting ; this was an easy transition , given his love for fashion and image . He enjoys shooting fashion because the artistry of clothing is so fascinating to him , “ When you shoot fashion , you can play with color , and you can shoot from an artist ’ s point of view .” See his work in “ House of Mercy , House of Grace ” on page 38 .
JOHN FULTON / PHOTOGRAPHER
John Fulton is an Atlanta-based photographer , director , retoucher , CGI artist , and an “ Archive Top 200 Advertising Photographer Worldwide .” His clients include AT & T , Honda , Coca-Cola , Delta , Aflac , and Ritz-Carlton , among others . In the few moments that John isn ’ t working , he can be found exploring the nooks and crannies of the globe , backpacking in his native Colorado , or just enjoying life with his family and hoard of animals in their historic Old 4th Ward neighborhood . See his photography on Collective Soul ’ s frontman Ed Roland on page 56 .
LIBBIE SUMMERS / STYLIST
Creator and stylist of visual feasts for U . S . Presidents , poets and famous personalities . She is the author of three books and her event design work has been featured in print worldwide . She is also owner and designer of LIBBIE SUMMERS , a modern utilitarian collection created for those who want to feel beautiful while they work . The company spirit is rooted in impeccably made , slow-fashion for self and home . Libbie lives in the Historic District of Savannah , GA with her yacht captain husband and judgy bird dog . Find her on Instagram at @ libbiesummers and @ libbiesummerslabel . See her styling in “ House of Mercy , House of Grace ” on page 38 .
ALEXANDRA MUNZEL / STYLIST
Prior to accessorizing alongside the likes of Rachel Zoe , Alexandra Munzel taught school in London and the Caribbean , and dedicated much of her time to traveling Europe . She utilizes her global perspective , citing the importance of cross-cultural influences in her work . As an editorial stylist , Munzel strives to send a message of liberation through artistry . As a wardrobe stylist , she teaches people how to find their voice by showing them how to dress their bodies in ways representative of their true selves . With 20 years in the business , Munzel best expresses herself through dress in ways that words can ’ t . See her work in “ One Foot in Eden ” on page 84 and “ Flipping & Flying ” on page 92 .
18 SOUTH Spring Issue 2021