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Published: 2012-08-29 15:27:58 +0000 UTC; Views: 56369; Favourites: 2603; Downloads: 1824
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SingaporeBrides.com, Aug 2012I got to collaborate with *harlequinromantique ! Omg omg she was sooooo nice and sent me so much awesome jewelry I could use for the shoot and they were all so pretty *fangirl gush*
Been a long time since I used sand in the studio! We had about 500-600kg of it, setup and teardown was such a pain but so worth it for the concept I think. Thank you SingaporeBrides for the support~!
Photography: Zhang Jingna
Photo Assistants: Phyllicia Wang, Huafeng
Hair: Wai Fun
Makeup: Dewi Mahoney
Model: Christina T, Shelby B/Ave
Jewelry: *harlequinromantique
Β© Zhang Jingna
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With reference to the title, the photographer has attempted to recreate such a feel as depicted in ancient Greek mythology, where sirens were dangerous and devious creatures, portrayed as femmes fatales who lured nearby sailors with their enchanting music and voices to shipwreck on the rocky coast of their island. (Source: Wiki)
Meticulous planning are clearly evident in the photo. The weathered wood at the back, the dents in the sand, the white wedding gown look, the high cut across the left girl's leg, the blue exquisite jewellery involved, the sharp enticing look by both ladies, all of which amplifying and accentuating the focus of the 2 ladies. (Not to mention the good choice of models.)
With the usage of great lighting, the audience, such as myself, are drawn to the sublime beauty presented. All in accordance to the definition of a siren.
However, the photographer gives the definition of a siren a twist. Taking a look at the hand gestures and the gazes in both ladies' eyes, it could seem that the left lady is being protective of the younger and less experienced(inferred from the eyes) lady on the right. This is also reflected in the body posture and amount of exposure between the both ladies.
My interpretation: Taking a look at the dry hard sand and the modern clothing of the sirens, it seems that the once devious sirens have come ashore and are now trying to fit into society, like the many other deviants out there. However, the older left siren/lady knows better and is protecting the right siren/lady from the fury of man that she has experienced before.
Great vision in the shot.
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It's quite nice.
A lovely photo.
Though I like how the model in the foreground has a lovely angle going for her face, it doesn't do as much justice for her dress.
It's a bit odd, that are by her chest and side, the dress looks interesting, but it takes slightly away from the overall ambiance because I find myself just wondering how the dress looks. Even though I love how we can see that rose sitting atop the back of her shoulder.
Though, the girl on the left does outshine the one on the right a tad too much.
The way the girl on the right is sitting, I really only see her abdomen up. It seems that's all there is to her.
Perhaps rearrangement and different placement would be good, though the angles of their faces are lovely. (As I've mentioned.)
I like the overall scheme but there's not much contrast.
The sand is a good touch. I can't find a definite 'spark' though the photo is gorgeous.
It would be good if the background has been a tad lighter.
Say the color of the stones in the jewelry.
A deep blue (not too bright, but brighter than the current) as the background would have been nice, something with depth as to not over shine.
That way their dark brunette hair would stand out more.
But I can tell what you were going for and that's good.
I believe this was moderately well done.
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I love the feel of this picture first of all and I am a huge fan of your photography so please do not get me wrong i am only giving my own view on what could be improved. I am not a photographer expert.
The setting is gorgeous.
What bugs me a little about this picture is the fact the left girl outshines the the girl on the right. They are both beautiful girsl but the left girl seems to steal the limelight. I think it would have been better if the girl on the right didn't look straight in the camera. The light that shimmers on their skin is for me in some places a bit too much, making the body parts in the shadow looking a bit like they float in space or something. The depth is maybe just a bit too much, i get the feeling for example that both girls have immensly long space between their shoulders and their necks. The hand of the girl on the left looks loose from her body. After staring at the picture for a while I get it, but at first look it looked a bit off.
I also think the hair on the girl on the right could be a bit more contrasted with the background. I don't know if it was your vision to make it fade into the background but it does and yet on the same time it doesn't.
as i said, I love your pictures and i am a great fan of your work. These are only very minor details but i wanted to tell you anyway. Even the best have room to improve i always say.
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Lightening the sky to a night sky over the ocean would help. And "ocean skies" are different than "land skies", so to speak. I agree and disagree with your opinion on the models. Though both girls are beautiful, the left one is more gorgeously elegant. But, the right-hand model looks more natural and a bit "cuter", if I have to use the term.
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I have to disagree, I am equally drawn to both models. I just keep bouncing back and forth.
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I agree regarding the background. It's a gorgeous photo, I love the whole set. For this one, I think lightening the background a bit would help with the contrast and also make the scene more realistic. At the moment, it looks too studio. Perhaps a dark sky color? Great shot!
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I featured you in my journal this week! [link]
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Sorry about my old rant thing, but I still think it is rubbish, just not as bad as I made it out to be.
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Your excellent work is featured in my "MOMENTS OF INTENSITY 2012 - Part 10" . I hope you like it!
[link]
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This is very beautiful, I absolutely LOVE the composition!
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Lovely composition and contrast between the models and background!
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this is a beautiful, welldone and very sensitive-looking collection. you used the jewellery very well and captured their magnificient details brilliantly. Jewellery and the models harmonize so well together that both manage to shine out and at the same time shine for itself. Good Job as usually.
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The title of it kinda reminds me of the album: Siren Song of the Counter Culture
It's pretty beautiful, I love it
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Oh my god!
This is more than beautiful! Γ.Γ
Every single photograph is...just..amazing!
I even couldnΒ΄t decide which oneΒ΄s my favourite one. I love all of them!
Great work!
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This has a very fragile beauty over all. Great composition.
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sirens are supposed to be hideous. so, good job.
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Please excuse your first critique, some people just cannot see other people succeed...my thoughts were the complete oppossite of his, i saw this picture on most popular in 8 hours i believe on here, & it caught my eye out of all the rest, i actually thought this was a drawing at first but it looks really nice, the girl's faces look really fit with this shot. Good Job
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I can't have an opinon?
That's what you are makeing it out to be.
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can i come? 
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This series is one of my favorites from you. I love the beautiful lighting! The jewelry is also crafted beautifully-- way awesome!
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This is one of my favorites of the series. They're ALL gorgeous, but I love seeing more of the barren seascape behind them.
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Haha I wanted to retouch them in but couldn't find the right images alas T_T
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Beautiful, but those girls look like they'll break into pieces in a moment!
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Oooh, this was done in a studio? Gorgeous work! Love the shimmer <:
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yeap... i got alured by such wonderfull creatures
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is this a painting or a photograph? The colors and composition are great.
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I would love to use this whole collection for my magazine.
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