When Alaina contacted me about doing a photo shoot with her team at Refuge Aerial, I was both excited and nervous. As a photographer focused on art in movement, I was eager to explore the world of aerial acrobatics, but I knew it would require a whole new set of skills and equipment.
My studio was set up for easy backgrounds and photographs at eye level, but this photo shoot was going to be different. I needed to adjust everything to capture the aerialists in action. Because they are suspended high above the ground. I had to stand on a much taller semi-squishy platform to get to their level, and the makeshift background was certainly a site to behold.
Despite these challenges, I was blown away by the beauty and grace of the aerialists' movements. They effortlessly defied gravity and performed stunning acrobatics that left me in awe. It was amazing to see how they worked together, trusting each other and their equipment to create a breathtaking performance.
As a photographer, I had to adapt to the unique environment of aerial acrobatics. I had to adjust my equipment to capture the aerialists in motion, using techniques like panning and burst mode to capture every moment of their performance. It was a new and exciting challenge that pushed me out of my comfort zone and allowed me to explore new possibilities.
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the end, the photo shoot was a huge success. The aerialists' performances were truly stunning, and I was able to capture their grace and beauty in a way that I had never done before. It was an experience that taught me to be adaptable and open to new challenges, and it reminded me of the power of art and movement to inspire and captivate us.
Refuge Aerial is located in Baton Rouge and trains all levels of Aerial work. These women are truly an amazing group to work with, and anyone would be lucky to have them as a trainer and mentor.
You can find them on Instagram here: @refugeaerial
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