Erik Saulitis, a photographer based in Minnesota, shirks classic dancer photography for a style that is much more artistic and captivating. Although he focuses as much on movement as other photographers do, he incorporates other elements that bring a different dimension to his dancer photography portfolio. From lightweight sheer fabrics to splashes of water and even a colorful small umbrella, the movement of each performer is accentuated through these fluid props.
Shot in studio against a white backdrop, the dancer photography ends up being gorgeous images of silhouetted bodies that turns the models into sculptures, of sorts. What is evident in each image is how much passion and joy the dancers have for their chosen craft.
Why This Trend Is Growing
- Artistic Dancer Photography
- Capture the grace of performers in a unique and captivating style that goes beyond traditional dance photography.
- Incorporating Props in Dance Photography
- Enhance the movement of dancers by using lightweight fabrics, splashes of water, or colorful props to create dynamic and fluid imagery.
- Silhouetted Body Sculptures
- Transform dancers into beautiful sculptures by shooting against a white backdrop to highlight the form and movement of the performers.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Photography
- Explore innovative approaches to dance photography that push the boundaries of traditional techniques and create visually stunning images.
- Performing Arts
- Embrace new and artistic ways to capture the beauty and expressiveness of dancers, enhancing the overall experience for audiences.
- Fashion
- Collaborate with dancers and photographers to experiment with fabrics and accessories that add a dynamic and visually striking element to fashion photography.
