A Photoshoot with Circus Duo Charlie and Rosella

In the realm where art meets athleticism, I recently had the privilege to document the captivating acrobatics of Charlie and Rosella, a talented duo of circus artists.

Charlie and Rosella on a suspended cyr wheel — This pose creates interesting shapes in the composition.

Cyr wheel duo act posing with black background — This pose requires a good sense of equlibrium and strength.

Cyr wheel duo with Rosella sitting on the back of Charlie — I’m sure Charlie was happy I wasn’t the one sitting on his back.

As Charlie and Rosella mounted the Cyr wheel, I focused my lens on their poses. Each setup was a delicate balance of strength and elegance, a testament to their skill and dedication.

Charlie being help by Rosella who is at the top of the wheel — This act not only requires skill, it also requires trust.

Rosella and Charlie in a pose reminiscent of VItruvian man by Leonardo da Vinci — This pose reminds me of Vitruvian man by Leonardo da Vinci

Rosella hanging on to Charlie's neck with both hands — I love this one.

Photographing the dynamic performance posed its challenges. The lighting had to be adjusted carefully as the poses changed. I also had to make sure as little light as possible hit the background. I’ve done many shoots at Room to Move: I roughly know where to place my flashes.

Rosella haning on to Charlie's neck with both hands — A variation on the previous pose I also really like

Charlie upside down and haning on to Rosella — I really had to focus on framing and lighting, but I sometimes wondered how they managed these poses.

In the hands of Charlie and Rosella, the Cyr wheel became more than just a prop—it was a vehicle for storytelling.

Charlie upside down haning on to Rosella who is also upside down — Another impressive pose.

I couldn’t help but feel grateful for the opportunity to document Charlie and Rosella’s artistry and to give them photographs to promote themselves. Their performance served as a reminder of the transformative power of art, offering a moment of beauty and inspiration in an often chaotic world.