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Aperture f/8 ISO 1000 Shutter 1/125 Focal Length 50/1

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May, 2019

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The post stage of grief, where we physically continue to exist but we are mentally lost and numb to our surroundings. Feeling alone in a world which c

Victoria, Australia. A giant dam which appears other worldly from the bridge which crosses over. In the late afternoon, when the sky is clear and the

Taking advantage of strong bright light to capture the striking and graphic elements of the environment, incorporating this into the portrait.

After what felt like a horribly long winter, the gardens started to welcome in Spring with a sudden burst of floral delight!

City lights, lone figure standing under the light of a street lamp.

Travelling across on the ferry at sunset back to the mainland.

All of us have a vulnerable side that we mostly keep to ourselves in dark times or through moments of crisis. It is a reminder that we should never fo

A stop along the way back from Queenscliff. Just happened to stumble across this fabulous spot and enjoy the gorgeous sky show. Goes to show sometimes

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Location

This was taken up in the gorgeous surrounds of the Dandenong Ranges. Lush green surroundings interwoven with pops of colour from blue and purple flowers. A truly spectacular forest location for a backdrop.

Time

This was approaching dusk. So we got to the location early to set up and check camera and lighting gear, so that come shoot time around 6.00pm, we were able to shoot fast with little disruption.

Lighting

The natural light was gorgeous but I also wanted my subject to glow and pop out from her dark surroundings, so a flash was needed for the extra boost.

Equipment

No fuss equipment as I had to carry it all down a hill. A canon 6d with a 24-70mm lens. Handheld for easier shooting as I had to move around for the right angles, plus I was above the subject the whole time. A single speedlight flash off camera on a stand with a small softbox to soften and diffuse the light on the subject.

Inspiration

I have always liked the idea of merging my subjects with nature to create an almost dream like feel to my images. I feel like I am able to gain the most emotive works out of it.

Editing

There was definite skin retouching process and a lots of curves layer masking in photoshop to achieve all the details and textures in the greenery as well as her dress and hair. Definitely added to the dramatic, deep and rich tones in the image.

In my camera bag

I always pack my canon 6d with 24-70mm lens, along with the gorgeous lux 85mm 1.4 prime in case I am feeling some close ups and because well it is an 85mm (my precious!). I also take a 50mm (nifty fifty) if I am feeling like I want to get some standard focal length shots throughout the shoot. A reflector for adding fill and a speedlight in case of a lack of light. Of course spare batteries and memory cards and charger.

Feedback

A handy tip is that of you are shooting at a time where you are losing light quickly, always be super organised and have mostly everything prepped so that you have a higher chance of getting the shots you want as well as getting them sharp and in focus without being flustered about other things not working or going wrong. Planning is always a good thing.

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