This was one of my first photographic shoots working alone in the studio. Marta Tenshiko remained in a demanding reverse prayer for over an hour, progressing from a position on the floor into suspension.
Building the light also took a great deal of time. I was looking for a Caravaggesque effect: warm, raking light that separated the body and ropes from the dark background while bringing out her red hair and the tension of the pose. Working without an assistant meant constantly moving between ropes, safety, camera and lighting adjustments.
Rope and photography: Kirigami
