RJ Shaughnessy, Photographer, Los Angeles

Description

Captured in Los Angeles by photographer RJ Shaughnessy, this editorial image features two young people standing waist-deep in an outdoor fountain at night. Both individuals are captured mid-action violently whipping their wet hair forward, sending explosive arcs of water droplets spraying through the air. The subject on the left wears a dark sleeveless vest over a patterned top and dark jeans, while the person on the right wears a dark jacket. Direct flash lighting illuminates the scene, casting stark highlights on the splashing water and creating a sharp contrast against the dark stone fountain in the background. The composition freezes the dynamic motion of the water and hair, emphasizing spontaneous energy.

Style

Documentary, Horizontal, Clean

Techniques

High-speed / freeze, Flash

Color

Background

Outdoor Pool

Context

Editorial