Welcome to Behind the Scenes, a space where I share the stories behind my photoshoots— to explore the concepts, inspiration, and technical approaches that bring my work to life.

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Exploring the Shadows: Behind the Scenes

Shadows, movement, and light—this shoot was a deep dive into capturing emotion rather than just an image. Using long exposure and subtle movement, I explored the balance between presence and distortion. This behind-the-scenes breakdown shares my thought process, technical approach, and what I learned along the way

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