{"id":2816,"date":"2024-04-09T11:42:16","date_gmt":"2024-04-09T11:42:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/philippemonthoux.com\/blog\/?p=2816"},"modified":"2024-04-09T11:42:16","modified_gmt":"2024-04-09T11:42:16","slug":"dancing-in-history-a-colinton-tunnel-photoshoot","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/philippemonthoux.com\/blog\/dancing-in-history-a-colinton-tunnel-photoshoot\/","title":{"rendered":"Dancing in History: A Colinton Tunnel Photoshoot"},"content":{"rendered":"

As a dance photographer, I always look for unique and inspiring locations. When I stumbled upon the Colinton Tunnel in Edinburgh, I knew I had to capture the magic of a dance shoot in this historical space. The decorated tunnel, once a forgotten passage, offered a captivating backdrop unlike any other.<\/p>\n

\"Nicole
We were both intrigued by this dog painting on the mural. I thought it would be fun to have Nicole interact with the dog.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\"Nicole
Variation on the first pose<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\"Nicole
We also tried classic dance poses.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The tunnel’s transformation is a story in itself. From a dark and disused railway tunnel, it has become a vibrant canvas showcasing Scotland’s largest historical mural. Chris Rutterford’s artistic vision, inspired by Robert Louis Stevenson’s poem “From a Railway Carriage,” breathes life into the tunnel walls. The poem’s essence of movement resonated deeply with me, and I knew I could create a dance story that mirrored that sentiment.<\/p>\n

\"Nicole
Using the colourful walls as a background.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Collaborating with dancer Nicole Reid, we embarked on a creative exploration within the tunnel. The interplay of light and shadow on the mural’s surface provided a dynamic stage. We opted for a minimalist lighting setup, using just two small flashes to illuminate Nicole’s movements. This approach allowed me to correctly expose Nicole and underexpose the vibrant murals to saturate their colours, adding a historical and artistic dimension to the dance performance.<\/p>\n

\"Nicole
Now using the lines of the tunnel to guide the viewer to Nicole.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\"Nicole
I just asked Nicole to change poses while I was firing away.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\"Nicole
Another variation.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Nicole’s graceful movements flowed seamlessly with the visual narrative of the murals. The industrial heritage depicted on the walls became a backdrop for her powerful stances, while the depictions of local flora and fauna echoed the natural world through her flowing gestures.<\/p>\n

\"Nicole
My favourite of the series.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\"Nicole
I like how the lines in the pose mirror those of the background.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The Colinton Tunnel Mural project is a powerful reminder that art can exist anywhere, even in unexpected places. It’s a space that inspires not just visual artists, but dancers, photographers, and anyone with a creative spark. My dance shoot in the tunnel is a testament to that. It’s a fusion of movement, history, and artistic vision, all captured within the unique embrace of the Colinton Tunnel.<\/p>\n

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This photo required I get my timing right. It took a few tries.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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