During the work shown on the previous page, we set up & refined a lighting scheme that I really liked.  We got to the point where we were just repeating the exposures we had already made, so that was a signal that it was time for a change.  Our next change is the introduction of a standing mirror.  Because the lighting is coming from the sides, Jessica was lit from both the camera's perspective and the background's perspective, making this kind of image possible & interesting.  You get two Jessicas for the price of one!

I've got to say that that making this image is a lot more difficult than it looks.  The challenges include: Placing the mirror so that the figure isn't chopped off (implying that the camera position can't move). Making sure the lighting in the mirror is interesting. Making sure there isn't any distractions in the reflection (e.g. meaningful background). Checking to make sure the model doesn't wander from her spot. Ensuring that there is sufficient & appropriate depth of field (i.e. everything is in focus). Try it sometime -- you'll see what I mean. I find these images interesting, but they are more of a novelty than "high art".  They provide good exercises for deconstructing the lighting schemes.  Okay, let's go. When I look at these images, Jessica reminds me a bit of Jennifer Gardner (of the TV show Alias). She has a tight, athletic body & a simmering sensuality to her face.  What do you think?

An interesting setup, but its novelty wears off quickly. This sitting continues with the Scarf Dance.