Medieval-themed photoshoot with Carly

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As Carly was approaching a significant birthday, her mum wanted to get her something a bit special.  She got in touch and we were discussing Carly's love of all things medieval!

Carly sitting by the Humber in medieval costume

She did some research on buying a suitable outfit, and decided on the kind of looks she wanted for her hair, and I had a nearby location in mind, so we set the date, booked in hair and makeup to be done by the fabulous Louise Shepherd at their house, and the photoshoot plan was made!

After many months of waiting, the day finally came.  An outdoor shoot in January! We had terrible winds the day before, and rain the day after, but all the stars aligned for her, and the day was a little chilly, but clear and dry!  We met at the Riverside Cafe, Ferriby and took a walk along the path that runs by the Humber Estuary between Ferriby and Hessle.

Portrait from a Medieval photoshoot in North Ferriby by Darryl Brooks - braided Hair and makeup by Louise Shepherd

We started in some woods, before moving out by the Humber, and finished back along the path, where I'd seen some interesting long grasses.  As it was a very harsh sunny day, I used a combination of diffusers and reflectors to soft then light.  This time I had Carly's mum on hand to assist!

Young woman in Medieval outfit and braided hair standing in long grasses near Ferriby

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