Once imagery was chosen, the next challenge became about developing a system to treat the varying qualities and properties of each portrait, while still ensuring visual cohesion.

Filter Approach: Utilizing a blend of photo manipulation, 3D/2D design, and advanced retouching techniques, I developed a blue toned digital-collage effect that echoed the analog artistry of Madonna’s SEX book we've been focused on referencing. Combining referenced color palettes, to varying ripped paper-like quality- These methods allowed me to seamlessly merge the real and the imagined, resulting in a dynamic, multilayered visual scape. Digital tools like Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom, and Fresco offered the flexibility to experiment with texture and depth while maintaining a polished, impactful finish.

Application: The next challenge became about placement- finding ways to angle, rotate, and seamlessly intertwine each image on one print, so that once applied to the garment there were no repetitive imagery or unseen overlaps. We were able to find a balance of the two while managing to keep visual consistency by mimicking the organized chaos executed similarly in her SEX book- this visual haphazardness gave present an organic quality to the collage that covered and hid any gaps but kept true to our vision.

Much like Madonna herself—who has continually fused art and technology in groundbreaking ways—I sought to create a piece that transcends traditional fashion. The final jacket stands as both a garment and a multimedia statement, honoring Madonna’s legacy of pushing artistic boundaries and engaging audiences through bold, progressive storytelling.