Pigeon Sequence

Black and white photo with a rich tonal range and cinematic contrast; photorealism, natural skin texture. A woman in a long black trench coat stands among a flock of pigeons. Low angle shot (from below). Looking directly into the camera with a serious expression. Pigeons in various phases of flight with controlled motion blur for dynamics. Background: gloomy overcast sky with tiny silhouettes of trees below. Plenty of negative space above the head for birds. Composition: vertical shot from head to knees; eyes on the upper third; sufficient headroom; light wind blowing the trench coat open. Camera 28–35 mm, low point. Moderate depth of field: the subject is sharp, the background is soft. Light: diffused daylight without harsh shadows; light vignette allowed. High resolution, correct shadows and contact points, no plastic look.