Hello to all my friends in the black and white community, this is Menati again, back with another blog and another photography session!
In these times when life is moving fast, there come moments when you want to stand still in the middle of the world’s hustle and capture a moment that perhaps no one else can truly understand. This photography session in a peaceful setting, in the heart of nature, with an amazing model, was a great opportunity to capture such moments. This time, shooting alongside my wonderful colleague Farideh, who is very familiar with the process, was an unforgettable experience.
On a bright day with a clear sky, Farideh and I ventured into a calm spot in nature. Nothing can replace the feeling of these moments. Farideh, with her confidence and expertise, effortlessly conveyed emotions and poses that perfectly matched the mood of the shoot. Since she is already familiar with the photography process, we didn’t need complex directions. All we had to do was let her express herself through the poses, and I, like a storyteller, arranged the words to match the feeling captured.
That day, natural light and the tranquil surroundings formed a beautiful combination. This feeling can only be experienced in such a setting, where not just a photo, but a story unfolds. The model effortlessly took poses, not artificially, but naturally, capturing moments and emotions that fit the mood of nature.
Of course, this work is not always easy. To create such photos, sometimes you need to face challenges. On this day, the warmth of the sun and the gentle breeze made it a bit more difficult for Farideh. But with her energy and smile, she turned these challenges into new opportunities to create beautiful moments.
Looking at the photos now, I can see what beautiful moments have been captured in the frame. These aren’t just simple images of a model in an outdoor setting; each of these photos tells a story that came to life in nature and time.
The first photo shows Farideh standing in nature, her gaze distant, as if lost in her thoughts. This image conveys a sense of peace and contemplation. In the second photo, Farideh looks at herself in a small mirror, and her reflection, gazing back, evokes a sense of discovery and curiosity. It’s a powerful depiction of inner conflict.
In the third and fourth photos, Farideh, sitting calmly on a blanket, gazes into the mirror. There’s no rush, no anxiety in her movements. The scattered flowers around her symbolize hidden beauty and timeless moments that emerge in nature.
In the end, when I look at these photos, I see not just simple portraits but moments filled with emotion and a story that came to life in the natural world.
Photography by @menati
Camera sony a7 III