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Digital infrared original |
When I described the burnt forest to Vanessa, she immediately responded that it sounded like a great place to photograph - and off we went. The challenge of working in the location, of soot-covered trees and stark contrasts never materialized, as Vanessa immediately began to explore the space physically, suggesting poses and settings for images.
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Digital infrared original |
All through the site of the forest fire, I saw potential - dramatic
shapes set against the new growth on the forest floor.Towards the end of
the session I caught sight of a beautifully curved tree that was too
large to have Vanessa pose against. I realized, however, that by using
it in the background, I could mirror its lines in the model’s body. The
lovely, silky bokeh of the 85mm f/1.2 perfectly completed the image.
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Digital original |
I have had such success with infrared over the last couple of years that I frequently go entire sessions without making any really memorable images in colour. During this session however, I was frequently shifting back to colour, as the sky was a strong, rich blue, which was beautiful to set Vanessa's body against - especially with the out-of-focus trees behind her.