Down By The River With Elle

 

Elle and I had last shot together at the close of January, so I was pleased when she suggested a location themed shoot. The directive was a little loose but a mix of swimwear, lingerie and some topless. This required a fitting location that was within mutually convenient travelling distance.

I suggested a couple and both resonated with her. Suitably discreet, where were unlikely to encounter dog walkers and young families. Children and nudity don’t mix, yet not too secluded that either party might feel uncomfortable. The entrance I had chosen wasn’t as picturesque as we’d hoped but sometimes it’s about thinking laterally and making best use of your environment. 

I had defaulted to the Sony A6300 and 50mm 1.8 prime. 50mm primes are often referred to as the “nifty fifty” given their versatility and they are a great choice for portraits and headshots. Though she wasn’t overly taken with the immediate surroundings, the use of bokeh ensured she was the main focal point. Ultimately, we were happy with the images captured during our two hours.