Times have been tremendously busy, but I am still holding on to the goal of producing one creative, environmentally conscious photo shoot once per month. Despite much chaos going on outside of photographer, thankfully during April I got to manifest Homage.
Homage is a project created to give respect to the existing space between an end and a beginning. That empty space in between the end of a chapter and the introduction of a new one. Those moments of your eyelids closing as it welcomes rest. The silence between the inhale and exhale.
This
Space.
Often when events in our lives come to an end we eagerly anticipate what is next, but this project hopes to provide space to embrace the moments that often go unnoticed. I would argue that it is these moments that are the strings which connect our human experience that deserve a hug of recognition.
What is the eco aspect of the shoot you ask?
Over a span of several weeks, I crafted this skirt from local foliage which I individually picked from near my apartment. Two other types of skirts were crafted but in the end I chose the one you see here, as I felt it was fit for the concept. It is nowhere near perfect but I had a blast making this skirt.
Model: Kelsey Butler
Hair Stylist: Arisa Gonzales
MUA: Yuka Ito
Photographer: Asuka Visions
On an extra fun note, I got to retry shooting Portra 800 on 120mm again. This time around the images turned out fabulous. I am beyond pleased to have tried again and cannot recommend it enough.
I can’t wait to go on another adventure photo trip. Asuka’s travel plans are going to be seldom due to the pandemic, but for future bookings you can send an e-mail to see if we can work out a happy arrangement.
Cheers,
Asuka Visions