HJ INSPIRATION
BEHIND THE LENS
Twisted Linear
Karine Jackson takes us behind the lens of Twisted Linear, a collection inspired by geometry and natural texture
HAIR: KARINE JACKSON
ASSISTANTS: NICOLA HAND, TATUM YEO
CREATIVE DIRECTION: ERROL DOUGLAS MBE
MAKE-UP: MARGRET ASTON
STYLING: LETICIA DARE
PHOTOGRAPHY: ANDREW O’TOOLE
LOCATION: STUDIO OZDARE, MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA
What do you love about this collection?
Twisted Linear is the last major collection I created in 2019, and I love its quiet strength. The muted grey backdrop and black styling allow the hair to take centre stage. The twisted colour work and sculptural shapes stand out, while razor-edge movement brings energy to the images.
Colour is always central to my work, and this collection showcases the shine, richness and vibrancy that organic colour can achieve.
What was the inspiration for the hair?
The collection was inspired by the language of geometry. I wanted to explore twisted multiples and complex nonlinear forms while embracing natural texture.
Nothing in this collection is straight. Geometric references such as triangles and squares are softened through shag techniques and natural movement, creating shapes that feel both structured and fluid. Rich browns, clean whites and soft pinks complete the aesthetic.
How did you set up the shoot?
Preparation starts months in advance. Shooting eight looks in one day requires careful planning, from selecting the team and models to pre-colouring the hair the day before.
I’ve worked with this team for many years, so there is a real sense of trust and collaboration. Having Errol Douglas MBE as creative director has been invaluable, while Nicola Hand and make-up artist Margret Aston helped bring the vision to life. The evening before the shoot, we review the mood boards and direction together to ensure everyone arrives aligned and ready to create.
Did anything go wrong on the day?
As with any shoot, there were a few unexpected challenges. One model became unwell and sadly fainted on set, so her wellbeing immediately became our priority. Thankfully, we had already captured the key image we needed.
We also had a model not arrive, meaning we had to source a replacement at short notice. It was very much a case of adapting and moving forward.
Do you have a significant memory?
One of my favourite memories was watching my 16-year-old niece assist on her third shoot with me. She approached everything with confidence and instinct, even advising Andrew O’Toole on reorganising the mood boards to make them easier to reference. He laughed and said: “She’s definitely one of your family.” I was so proud of her and how naturally she stepped up.