The picture shows a female acrobat hanging from a rope high above the ground. She gracefully holds herself with one arm, while her body floats in the air in perfect balance. With her free arm, she points directly at the camera, as if enchanting you in a magical moment. Around her, water and lights glow in different colours.
This picture is inspired by the power and beauty of the human body in motion. The elegance of acrobatics combined with the magic of aerial work is facinating. The intensity and concentration required to perform such a feat reflect the determination and creativity that make us unique as human beings.
The mood of this picture is both mysterious and powerful. The hovering acrobat seems almost weightless, while her direct gaze and gesture evoke a sense of enchantment and connection.
With this photograph, I want to challenge the viewer to reconsider the limits of what is possible. The image symbolises overcoming limitations and striving for perfection, while also creating a moment of intimacy and direct communication with the viewer.
To capture the power and elegance of the moment, I played with lighting and depth of field. The choice to keep the water and background out of focus ensures that the focus is fully on the acrobat and her movement, enhancing the drama of the moment.
I like to do things differently. I shoot my pictures on 35mm film; I want the authentic feel and look of it to come back in the pictures I make... Read more…