Dance Shoot with Sophie and Ava
I recently had the chance to work with Sophie and Ava on a dance shoot, and it was such a fun and creative session. Both of them are incredibly talented dancers, and right from the start, I knew we were going to capture some beautiful movement and energy.
Dance shoots are always a bit different from other sessions I do. They’re a mix of athleticism, artistry, and timing—every frame has to line up just right to really show the grace and strength behind the movement. With Sophie and Ava, it was easy. They came prepared with ideas, poses, and a natural flow that made the session feel effortless.
What I really enjoy about photographing dancers is how much personality comes through in the shots. Every leap, turn, or pose tells a little story. Sophie and Ava each brought their own style, which gave us a nice variety of images. Some moments were all about precision, while others were about raw expression and energy.
The session reminded me of why I love blending photography with movement. Freezing a perfect jump mid-air or catching the subtle detail of a hand position makes the images come alive in a way that feels dynamic even when the photo is completely still.
By the end of the shoot, we had created a mix of strong, striking images and softer, expressive ones that really highlight their passion for dance. I’m always grateful when I get to collaborate with dancers like Sophie and Ava—it’s inspiring to watch their talent in action and to translate that into photographs they can look back on.
- Mark Ruddick Photography - My images are an exploration of the human body under muscle stress — understanding the body’s strength, flexibility, and power. Creating these images has given me a better understanding of the human form which has transitioned into my commercial fitness work.
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- London Dance Photo - I am Mark Ruddick, an experienced photographer working in London, ON. I enjoy photographing dancers and really appreciate the athleticism and artistry involved. Coming from a fight photography background, I have developed my technique to capture rapidly moving subjects at high speed in front of the lens. The resulting instinct for timing fight photography has led to an ability to capture my subjects at the peak of their motion in an artistic way.
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