The Middle Kids Bootleg Firecracker 2023

Description

This striking portrait from the Bootleg Firecracker project, photographed by Seiya Taguchi for The Middle Kids, features a woman standing outdoors at night holding a long-burning flare that casts bright red sparks and illumination across the scene. Additional figures are visible in the background partially obscured by the heavy red atmospheric glow and falling embers. The composition is bathed in a monochrome red tone with high-contrast lighting highlighting the billowing smoke and flying sparks. The subject wears dark clothing with a beanie, maintaining a serious expression while managing the glowing pyrotechnic device.

Style

Artistic, Vertical, Moody, Warm

Techniques

Long exposure, Low-key / chiaroscuro

Color

Background

Park

Context

Advertising Campaign, Editorial