Work with Yoga Practitioner Mel
I recently had the chance to work with Mel, a yoga practitioner, and it was such a great experience. Yoga sessions have such a natural flow to them, and I really wanted to capture that sense of calm strength and balance in the images. Mel made that easy—she moves with such grace and confidence that every pose looked incredible through the lens.
We shot in a simple setting, letting her practice be the focus. The clean lines of her poses, the energy she brings to her practice, and the way she connects with her body all came through beautifully in the photos. I especially loved capturing the small details—the way her hands and feet grounded her in each pose, or the moments of stillness between transitions.
Photography like this is always rewarding because it’s not just about taking a picture—it’s about capturing a lifestyle and a mindset. With Mel, that meant highlighting both her strength and her calm presence.
It was a fun and inspiring shoot, and I think the final images really reflect her dedication to yoga. Shoots like this remind me why I love what I do—working with passionate people and helping them share their story through photos.
- 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.
I am a London, Ontario photographer who specializes in fitness, bodybuilding and fight photography.
I love to tell stories as anyone who's worked with me can attest. That includes visual stories through photographs. Let me tell your story and provide high impact images of you to sponsors, agencies, family or just for yourself.