Sunday, June 19, 2022

Guided by Godiva










No, Krystal did not disrobe, hop aboard this highly charismatic horse, and canter around Coventry (We were a good 125 miles away, for starters). However, they met at the close of our shoot and formed a very photogenic bond. I’ve worked with Krystal on many occasions, since 2018 and we have a shared fondness/fascination for derelict buildings/similar locations.  

She’d been in touch, wanting to shoot with a new dress and some accessories. I had been let down by another model (although ending a relationship with a coercive and controlling partner are suitably mitigating circumstances, in my book. All too common, too). Locations discussed and agreed, we wandered around, finding suitably backdrops collectively and at random.  


Some have suggested she is my muse. No, in short. We gel well professionally, but the muse construct is something that belongs in a very different era. Shooting aside, we do spend a decent amount of time discussing the business and indeed, experiences with certain parties.  

All captured using my trusty Sony A6000 body and Viltrox prime lenses.

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