Title: "Wanbli's Vigil"
Concept: A 22-year-old Lakota woman, Wanbli, stands at the edge of a windswept cliffside, overlooking a serene bay that stretches as far as the eye can see. She is dressed in a traditional deerskin thong, adorned with intricate beadwork and feathers, and wears a leather necklace with a small, polished stone pendant. In the distance, an old English or Spanish wooden sailing ship can be seen entering the bay, its sails billowing in the wind. The scene is set 400 years ago, during a time of great change and upheaval for the Lakota people.
Camera: A medium-format camera with a 100mm lens is used to capture the scene. The camera is positioned at a 45-degree angle to Wanbli, with the sun at her back. This creates a sense of depth and dimensionality, and allows the viewer to see the texture and detail of her clothing and the landscape.
Lighting: The lighting is soft and natural, with the sun casting a warm glow over the scene. The shadows are subtle and nuanced, adding depth and dimensionality to the image. The lighting is also used to create a sense of mood and atmosphere, with the warm colors of the sun evoking a sense of comfort and security.
Character Look: Wanbli's character look is detailed and realistic, with a focus on capturing the texture and detail of her clothing and accessories. Her hair is styled in loose, effortless braids that frame her face, and her eyes are almond-shaped and fringed with thick lashes. Her skin is smooth and unblemished, with a subtle sheen that suggests a connection to the natural world.
Environment: The environment is meticulously modeled, with a focus on capturing the texture and detail of the cliffside and the bay. The rocks are rough and weathered, with a subtle sheen that suggests a connection to the sea. The water is calm and reflective, with a subtle ripple that suggests the presence of the sailing ship in the distance.
Actionable Takeaways:
Use a medium-format camera with a 100mm lens to capture the scene.
Position the camera at a 45-degree angle to Wanbli, with the sun at her back.
Use soft, natural lighting to create a sense of depth and dimensionality.
Focus on capturing the texture and detail of Wanbli's clothing and accessories.
Use a subtle color palette to create a sense of mood and atmosphere.
Pay attention to the subtle nuances of the lighting and shadows to add depth and dimensionality to the image.
Use a high level of detail and realism to capture the texture and detail of the environment.
Consider adding subtle motion blur to the sailing ship to suggest its movement through the water.