Serene Ascent (2024)

Inspired by the classic painting The Swing by Jean Honoré Fragonard, this photoshoot reimagines its essence by focusing on subtle, refined details rather than the literal presence of a swing. To capture the painting's elegant and romantic undertones, I emphasized key elements such as the use of fabric draped across the subject’s arms and legs, and a missing shoe, to evoke the original's sense of movement and grace.

The subject's attire was chosen to enhance fluidity and motion, with flowing fabrics that accentuate her poise and elegance. The background remains neutral to ensure that the focus remains on her, creating a striking contrast that highlights her as the central figure.

While The Swing portrays a dynamic interaction within a lush garden, this modern reinterpretation shifts the focus to the relationship between the viewer and the composition. The aim was to embody the painting’s romantic and indulgent spirit through a minimalist approach, emphasising the subject’s beauty and self-assuredness in a way that remains both sophisticated and enchanting.