Print: C-Heads Magazine “The Art of Slowing Down” Volume #38
This issue, we dedicate to the art of slowing down, retreating from the harsh din of the outside world, and the joy of crafting. Feel the freedom from society‘s temporal constraints, a freedom that allows you to immerse yourself in what you do. Take a deep breath. Trust in your unique rhythm. Welcome the uncertain.
The Girl Who Sang to the Stars: Meet Lina Cigler
From a small town in Slovenia’s Carinthia (Koroška) region, Lina Cigler is proving that talent knows no boundaries. “Hi, my name is Lina Cigler. I am a 19-year-old girl from a small town called Ravne, which is located in Slovenia’s part of Koroška, sharing a border with Austria. I started singing when I was 12 years old. So far, I have written four original songs, which I have bravely introduced to various competitions with great success! Besides my music, I love expressing myself through modeling.”
“I think I’m addicted to making music” — Lemonade Baby on his debut album and what keeps him going
We all have our little addictions—the things we keep coming back to. I have mine too, but of course, I won’t reveal what here. For Australian DJ/producer Lemonade Baby, it’s making music. “I definitely ‘give up’ from time to time, but I can’t escape the grip it has over me.” That deep connection has fueled his debut album, Stars Stars Stars—a record filled with both nostalgia and positive energy.
Long Island teenager Camryn Quinlan looks forward with ‘ex-box’
After kicking things off in the back half of 2024, pop singer-songwriter Camryn Quinlan is gearing up for 2025 with release of her latest, “ex-box.” Centered around her powerful vocal, it’s a fruit of her tandem with Icelandic producer Baldvin Hlynsson, who’s also produced the rest of her discography to date. “ex-box” is about “the box of cards, gifts, jewelry, movie tickets, and other sentiments that came from” an ex-lover, says the teenager, who hails from NYC. With a foursome of published singles now under her belt, and a massive social media following to boot, the Long Islander could be one to watch in coming years.
Somewhere the Map Forgot
“I created this story with Maisie a few days ago in a remote villa in Bali. For me, it has several layers, speaking to the desire to live off-grid, cast away all societal expectations and learned behaviors, and forge a more authentic existence. I had this concept in mind for some time; the stars aligned, Maisie and I connected in Bali, and the result is in the link below. The pre-planning was minimal—we wanted to feel through the story on the day. The styling is all vintage and thrifted items… pieces cast away to be rehomed and re-told.”
A Cozy Winter Day
“That morning, she was planning to drive from her home in Vermont to meet—two hours in good weather. When I saw the forecast for snow, I was worried. But sure enough, Marnie showed up early and ready to shoot. “We connected over a shared love of music, specifically The Beatles, turned the radio up, and set to exploring the building and its surroundings in search of soft tones, subtle moods, and a bit of wonder.”
Learn Twice
“It’s the uncertainty that is the beauty of solo traveling, where you don’t realize how far you have come until you chat about it with another in a similar position, and then, alas, you learn it again.” This series, captured by photographer Emilio Dümar and starring model Alisa Winkler, showcases their second shoot at Uluwatu beach, accompanied by an inspiring piece of writing by Emilio.
“We’re all on this journey together.” Jelisa’s World: Love, Longing, and the Beauty of Feeling
Can music heal? Can a song hold all the weight of love, longing, and transformation? Jelisa’s voice makes you believe it can. With a sound that blends the depth of alternative soul with the richness of jazz, blues, and psychedelic influences, her music carries a wonderful warmth, intensity, and sincerity. With her new EP Do You Feel the Same?, she invites listeners into a deeply personal journey of love, longing, healing, and transformation.
At Home with Ruby
“The goal isn’t just to create beautiful images—it’s about enjoying the experience together, embracing the moment, and sharing a few laughs along the way,” Faith Gunn, an Aotearoa, New Zealand-based photographer, tells us about her C-Heads debut, which focuses entirely on the radiant aura of beautiful Ruby.
“Feel the fear and do it anyways.” In Conversation with photographer Tianna Grey
“I like to flirt the line of softness and edge. Feeling and logic. Spirituality and humanity. The dualities of being intrigue me.” Tianna Grey’s photography thrives on contrasts—balancing intimacy with boldness, instinct with intention. Inspired by nature, womanhood, and the unseen emotional landscapes we all go through, her work feels a bit like a diary of herself and her models.
Dance and Belonging
Enjoy this mystical and sensual photo series by Anouk Brouwer, who follows Boudicca Taitano, a dancer torn between her Indigenous roots and the pulse of New York City. They’re capturing the essence of vulnerability and the silent battles of cultural identity. They are telling a story that grips the soul, challenging viewers to confront their own notions of identity and belonging.
“An artist´s life.” The stories of the people behind the art #26 Carla Martín
Carla Martín, is a Spanish photographer that has been traveling around Australia, Korea and the Philippines lately. During her trips she started a series of pictures about finding beauty and meaning in everyday moments.
“I guess I can’t decide on one place. I call the world my home.” A Moment with German Painter Anna van den Hövel
“I guess I can’t decide on one place. I call the world my home.” Home, for Anna van den Hövel, has never been about four walls or a single city. Raised among the scenic vistas of Menorca, the towering Austrian Alps, and the urban hum of Munich, she found her sense of belonging in the open horizons and cultural tapestries that shaped her childhood.
Slowing Down with Luisa
Photographer Jase Patrick is renowned for capturing the sunlit moments of life through his mesmerizing images and videos. In his latest journey, he has teamed up with Luisa from Castaway Model Management, weaving magic into their day together.
No Rush by Tokyo Tea Room: A Soundtrack for the Emotions You Keep Hidden
“Playing music feels like an endless journey, there’s always something new to explore,” says Daniel Elliott from Tokyo Tea Room, who has completely enchanted us with their debut album No Rush, which drops today. It has just the right energy to reconnect with your own vibe.
Some Things Stay, Some Things Change: Laurel Bloom’s Journey Through Youth and Letting Go
I just had a conversation with someone close to me about the past. We talked about how it lingers, not in a literal sense, but as a trace—an imprint that shapes how we move forward. I explained that, for me, the past holds no concrete meaning because it’s already over. It no longer exists as something tangible. The new EP Painting The Sunlight In My Room by Laurel Bloom emerges from this space where memories, though intangible, still have their weight.