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Vancouver Portrait Photographer | 溫哥華人像寫真攝影：漢服冬雪

To accomplish things, sometimes we really need some luck at the right time and place.  This Hanfu photoshoot is due to such a coincidence.

成就事情，有時真的需要一些天時地利人和的相助。這次漢服的拍攝，就是有如此巧合與冥冥之中的助力。

Since it was during the Christmas holidays and the weather was awful and snowy, a suitable shooting day was hard to come by.  On the one hand, it needs a day without snow and rain, and it must be before the snow melts. Furthermore, it must be a day that is convenient for all participants involving the photography session.  Thinking about it seems like a mission impossible.  However, we were blessed and happened to meet all the conditions on that only day. Surprisingly the weather was sunny, and we could feel the kiss of sunshine. Thankfully, all of our ideas could be fulfilled. Thank you!

由於正值聖誕假期期間，又逢大雪天氣惡劣，一個合適的拍攝日子其實可遇不可求。一方面是需要一個無下雪下雨的日子，又必須趕在雪融化之前，還必須是參與人員都方便的時日。想想都像是一個不可能的任務。然而受老天眷顧的我們，剛好就有這麼一天符合一切條件，當日天氣又晴，好到有陽光親吻，讓我們一切的想法能付諸實現，感恩上天的庇佑。

In addition to being able to withstand the cold when shooting in snow, there are more realistic challenges in actual execution.  This time, we encountered the biggest snowfall in Vancouver in the past 70 or 80 years. Walking will be difficult due to the deep snow covering, and it is even more challenging for models with long skirts.  It will also cause the dilemma of missing half of the legs and feet in the shooting picture because the bottom part of the body is stuck in the snow.  The shooting process was also sluggish due to the impact of frozen fingers, and the brain function and reaction were reduced. It is so hard to concentrate and think much while shooting. Ha.  These are some behind-the-scenes secrets and challenges of shooting snow scenes.

雪天拍攝除了要耐得住寒之外，還有更現實實際執行時的挑戰。這次遇到了七八十年來溫哥華最大的一場雪，行走都會因雪積深厚過小腿而有困難，對拖著長長裙擺的模特更是挑戰。也會因為腳陷入雪地裡讓拍攝畫面有少了半截小腿與腳部分的窘境。拍攝過程也因為手指凍僵影響而遲鈍，腦子運轉與反應都會下降而不太能思考，哈。這些都是雪景拍攝的一些幕後秘辛與挑戰。

Originally, the model wanted to try to shoot in a park. Due to the difficulty of walking and the fact that there are tall buildings behind and the high contrast created by sunlight, we gave up the original plan and resolutely chose the location nearby.  On the one hand, it conforms to the original quiet blue tone setting, and all the details of the shape and clothing can be more completely preserved under the shadows; it allows the model to interpret the vicissitudes and desolation of the winter snow perfectly.  I also tried to enter the community on the side and chose to use rocks and trees as the background to give full play to the wild atmosphere of the natural green.

原本模特想嘗試在一個公園內拍攝，由於舉步維艱加上背後都是高樓林立與太陽光使然，我們放棄最初的計畫，毅然選擇了路旁的位置。一方面符合最初清幽的設定，陰影下也能更完整保留造型與衣物的所有細節呈現，又讓模特能完美去演繹那冬雪滄桑與淒涼的心境。也嘗試進入一旁的社區內，選擇了利用岩與樹木做背景，發揮在自然綠蒼的野生氛圍感。

Later, on the way to our commute, we accidentally found this perfect spot next to the road. A place where small red fruits are on the trees, adding a neat red colour touch to the white. And matching red brick on the side to give more visual and story elements in the camera frame. Everything seemed to be a little surprise presented in front of our eyes;  A perfect shooting condition and environment.  Immediately, I pull over my car next to the road and get myself ready to shoot for my hard-working model.

後來在舟車的途中，無意間發現道路兩旁的樹上有紅色的小果子，白中透紅；一旁又這麼剛好搭配著紅色磚牆，一切彷彿是上天賜予的小驚喜，一個完美的拍攝條件與環境。自然要趕緊車子一旁停停，好好為我敬業的模特拍攝一番。

This is our very first collaboration, and it was a rare snow scene opportunity. It makes our first experience to be a difficult snow scene HanFu photoshoot.  I’m distraught that the model will be frozen in a daze!  Especially compared to me who is wearing a big coat. I couldn’t stand the cold wind while my model tried so hard to perform in such light clothes. I honestly feel thankful for my model who accomplished the difficult task of producing these breathtaking photographs. 

這次是彼此的第一次合作，因為是難得的雪景機會，彼此一不小心挑戰了難度不小的雪景漢服。真是很擔心模特會凍傻凍呆了！尤其相較自己身穿大外套，都感到頂不住寒風刺骨，更何況是如此輕盈衣衫的模特。十萬分感謝她，成就了這一切的美好。

The outcome we received was way beyond expectations!  Thanks to model Catherine for her full assistance and interpretation. For best quality results, she hardly sleeps the night before for preparation. Sincerely feel thankful for everything went extremely well during the photography session so all the plans can be fulfilled. Especially we bump into that perfect shooting spot, it really made our day! 

成品出乎預期的好！感謝模特Catherine 全力協助與演繹，為了最好的成品，幾乎沒睡在努力的她。感謝天公作美，讓一切計畫能實現，更錦上添花讓我們有幸拍的預期之外上上作的機會。

感恩。願如意。

Photo Credits //

model: @catch_catherine
styling: @catch_catherine
location: @vancouver
photo: @kunaphotography @kunacosplay @kunaportrait
editing: @catch_catherine @kunaphotography