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Spring had sprung in Edinburgh, and with it, the iconic cherry blossoms at the Meadows had come alive in a vibrant display of pink and white. I had the opportunity to photograph circus artist Jusztina and her daughter Mango against this picturesque background.<\/p>\n

\"Circus
The background and outfits called for a high key style of editing.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The shoot took place on a beautiful, partly sunny morning, to avoid the Meadows abuzz with activity. We found a quiet spot with a particularly impressive cluster of cherry trees and set up for the shoot.<\/p>\n

\"Circus
I let Mango go through a variety of poses.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The idea behind the shoot was to capture the playful spirit of Jusztina and Mango, while also showcasing Jusztina’s background in circus arts. We used a hanging hoop as the main prop, creating a unique and visually interesting element within the floral setting.<\/p>\n

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In these circumstances, I prefer if my subject is not looking at the camera. But it’s always good to break the rules to add variety to the series of photographs.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Mango was the first to take centre stage. She positioned herself on the hoop, suspended from a sturdy tree branch. Her playful poses were a joy to capture. Jusztina, watching the shoot unfold, was delighted to see her daughter enjoying the experience.<\/p>\n

\"Circus
I added some rim light to separate the model from the background.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\"Circus
The added light lifted the exposure of the model as it was darker under the trees.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

After capturing a series of photos of Mango, Jusztina stepped up for her turn. Having seen the pictures of Mango on the back of the camera, she expressed a desire for poses with a similar outfit. I let her interact with the hoop, showcasing her strength and balance.<\/p>\n

\"Circus
Jusztina had her own poses.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\"Circus
I had to be relatively quick, becuase as you can imagine it is not easy to hold a pose like that for long.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\"Circus
There was a gentle breeze on the day, as you can see by the motion of Jusztina’s dress.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Beyond the individual portraits, I also wanted to create a more artistic image that incorporated the beauty of the cherry blossoms and Jusztina’s physical theatre background: I decided to put together a composite photograph.<\/p>\n

\"Circus
I used a long lens to compress the background and isolate my subject with a small depth of field.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

This image required careful planning and post-processing work. I captured Jusztina striking a graceful pose against the backdrop of the cherry blossoms. In the editing phase, I replaced her lower half with a cherry blossom flower, creating a floral tutu.<\/p>\n

The final collection of photographs captures the essence of the day \u2013 two circus artists enjoying a creative collaboration amidst the vibrant beauty of spring.<\/p>\n

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