TROPICAL WAVES & PAPAYA
Description
An exotic papaya, sliced and glistening, lies against a vivid turquoise water background, with ripples dancing in the light. The scene is artificially lit with a constant lamp, while a handheld fan was used to create natural – looking wave patterns.
Story
Inspired by the lush, carefree aesthetics of tropical escapes, I wanted to evoke a sense of heat, freshness, and wanderlust. The setup was modest—just one continuous light and a fan—but the goal was to simulate that breezy, sunlit poolside feeling. Shot with a wide aperture to blur the water and keep the fruit in crisp detail, the photo invites viewers into an eternal summer moment.
SHOOTING EQUIPMENT AND SETTINGS
Camera: Canon EOS R5
Lens: Canon 100mm F2.8L Macro IS USM
Focal length: 100mm
Aperture: f/11
Shutter speed:1/160
ISO: 100
Texture Details
The papaya’s slick, ripe flesh contrasts with the matte texture of the black seeds, giving the fruit a dimensional quality. Surrounding it, the water’s surface ripples with fine lines and fluid reflections, adding a layer of dynamic texture that mimics movement and warmth.
Composition and Style
Centered for maximum impact, the papaya is presented almost like an icon—clean, symmetrical, and elevated.
The addition of movement through the water, created with a handheld fan, adds spontaneity to an otherwise sculptural still life. The result is playful, sun-drenched, and vibrant—a visual escape into warmer climates.
Color and Contrast
The saturated orange of the papaya bursts against the turquoise backdrop, creating a high-contrast tropical palette. This bold color combination evokes summer energy and exotic landscapes. The shadows on the water are soft but present, giving the composition a sense of depth and natural rhythm.
MADINA FAKHRISLAMOVA
FRANCE
@madina_food.ph