In this shot, I aimed to capture not just the outer beauty of my model but the story hidden within her gaze. Using natural light streaming from behind, I wanted to create a halo effect, accentuating the contours of her face and casting a soft, ethereal glow around her. To balance this natural light, I positioned a ring light in front, adding a delicate highlight to her striking green eyes, ensuring they remained the focal point of the portrait.

I chose to shoot with my trusted Canon 5D Mark II paired with a 50mm lens, allowing me to get up close and personal, drawing out every detail while maintaining a shallow depth of field. The result is an intimate capture where the texture of the fur coat frames her face, adding a vintage flair and an additional layer of complexity to the composition.
Credits to the model: Aja Linton