Julia Fullerton-batten, Photographer, Los Angeles

Description

A group of eight children, a mix of genders and ethnicities, stand in a forest clearing, all facing the camera. They wear matching yellow raincoats, with some wearing shorts and others wearing skirts or pants with socks and shoes. The forest setting is dense with tall trees and a ground covered in leaves. The lighting is soft and diffused, contributing to a subdued mood. The children's expressions are serious and direct, engaging the viewer. The camera angle is eye-level, providing a direct view of the group. The composition is symmetrical, with the children arranged in a neat row.