Leica Q2 “Dawn” by Seal

Unique. Just like you.

The limited, special edition Leica Q2 “Dawn” by Seal pays tribute to the soulful lyrics of the artist’s songs. The special edition camera set celebrates the human connection in the art of making a photograph, shining light on the subjects of a frame – while the artist visualizes new perspectives behind the lens. The exquisite, Japanese woven fabric covering of the Leica Q2 “Dawn” by Seal, is crafted to ensure each of the 500 cameras in the edition are distinctly unique.

" Photography is storytelling in one sentence. "

-Seal

LEICA Q2 "DAWN" BY SEAL

Each camera is one of a kind

In collaboration with the singer and Grammy Award-winner Seal, Leica presents the special edition Q2 “Dawn”. Its iridescent cover and the exclusive scarf included in the set,make this signature camera a complete work of art, where each unit is distinctly unique.

The set – a homage to the moment

Seal photographs with fast lenses in natural lighting conditions. In tune with his music, his pictures evoke emotions, shining light on the beauty and humanity of the moment – aligning with the aesthetic philosophy of the limited edition set.

In addition to the exclusive scarf designed by Annina Roescheisen and featuring Seal's song lyrics, a rope strap completes the set. The elegant strap is also adorned with the hand-written line “You became the light on the dark side of me”, from the song Kiss from a Rose. Seal was honored with three Grammy Awards for the song in 1996; furthermore, it reached number 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 Charts in the USA. In addition to the iridescent fabric produced by the traditional Japanese brand Hosoo, the Q2 “Dawn” by Seal features a black Leica logo, Seal's signature engraved on the display glass, and an edition number from 001 to 500.

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Wearable art by Aninna Roescheisen

The scarf in the set is an exclusive design by the artist Annina Roescheisen, who interprets Seal's message, lines from his songs, in golden elements on a black background. The New York fashion label rag & bone has produced the scarf – a wearable statement sharing music, emotion and passion.

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Leica photography: Passion for the moment

Ben Staley and Seal both share a common love for Leica Photography. Staley, a director and cinematographer, takes pictures that tell stories. Empathic and intense, they convey experiences that get under the skin: the encounter with Seal and the Leica Q2 “Dawn” is one of them.

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