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I can't explain myself, I'm afraid, Sir, because I'm not myself you see.

Starting his career in packaging design at Chanel, then becoming a successful furniture designer for private clients, Michel, along with his partners, now keeps two boutiques on Marché Vernaison at the flea market of Saint-Ouen, Paris.

Michel's shops are unique: dark and mysterious, reflecting his own features and character perfectly. At the same time, the world he creates there is beautiful, luxurious, and filled with rare and exceptional pieces. So if you are interested in uncommon interior design (and wealthy enough) find stands 13 and 27 at Allée 1.

I met Francis about a month ago as a result of the whole chain of lucky accidents and coincidences. He runs Picolo theater-cafe, popular place in the area of Marché aux puces de Saint-Ouen (Paris' most famous flea market). The cafe not only serves good meals, but also holds theatrical performances, concerts and even drawing courses. Francis kindly agreed to be my model and help me with a few school assignments. This was our first shooting.

I met Verónica in a random bar in Paris a few months ago. Being sort of drunk (which gave me the courage I needed) I approached her asking to be my muse. About a week ago we did our first shoot.