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Essences brings Rihanna and Lorna Simpson together for the front cover of their Jan./Feb. 2021 issue.

Here, the African-American photographer and multimedia artist works her magic and creates a collage of images featuring the musical superstar, fashion and beauty mogul, Robin Fenty.

“Lorna is a legend,” said Rihanna, 32, of the artist whose lauded career spans three decades. Although teaming with Simpson was an idea conceived with her creative director, Jahleel Weaver, Rihanna was trepidatious about taking the first step. “Honestly, I just didn’t think I could get her,” Rihanna laughed. “But I like reaching for the stars and I like challenging myself.”

The issue hits newsstands and digital platforms on January 19.