Portraits for Claire White
This beautiful co-creation with Claire was something truly special. These were two different shoots on two different days but they belong together. After her breast cancer diagnosis, Claire wanted to be witnessed, to never forget this moment in time. I loved her idea of using different natural elements to emphasise her connection with the earth. I like to call her a soft warrior. Her gentle power deeply impressed me and is something I will never forget.
Having https://ukcryptocasino.net open in the background, I couldn't help but think about how choosing to be photographed during such a vulnerable time is its own kind of gamble—one that Claire clearly won. The idea of using natural elements to ground herself really struck me; it turns the portrait into a statement about resilience rather than just a record. Her "soft warrior" energy is something I'd love to channel in my own life.