{"id":14528,"date":"2023-08-08T09:48:27","date_gmt":"2023-08-08T09:48:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mcfade.co.uk\/blog\/?p=14528"},"modified":"2024-08-13T16:27:06","modified_gmt":"2024-08-13T16:27:06","slug":"a-sunset-serenade-capturing-sharon-stacey-at-winscar-reservoir","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mcfade.co.uk\/blog\/a-sunset-serenade-capturing-sharon-stacey-at-winscar-reservoir\/%20","title":{"rendered":"A Sunset Serenade: Capturing Sharon Stacey at Winscar Reservoir"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>There&#8217;s an undeniable magic that happens when the universe conspires to bring together elements of raw nature, an artist&#8217;s passion, and the fleeting beauty of a setting sun.<\/p>\n<p>On the 19th of July, 2023, I had the pleasure of photographing the incredibly talented Sharon Stacey, as she serenaded the setting sun at Winscar Reservoir.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Setting the Scene<\/strong><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_14634\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-14634\" style=\"width: 750px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-14634\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mcfade.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/small.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"750\" height=\"563\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mcfade.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/small.jpg 750w, https:\/\/www.mcfade.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/small-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.mcfade.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/small-67x50.jpg 67w, https:\/\/www.mcfade.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/small-650x488.jpg 650w, https:\/\/www.mcfade.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/small-50x38.jpg 50w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-14634\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Drone photo before the shoot<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Winscar Reservoir, nestled near Penistone, is a marvel in its own right. Its vast expanse and peculiar stoney surface create a picturesque canvas that only nature can craft.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Technicalities and Tools<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>The tools for the evening were carefully chosen.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>My Canon R5, was the camera of choice.<\/li>\n<li>To encapsulate Sharon and bring the sunset closer, I used the Canon <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mcfade.co.uk\/blog\/the-essential-70-200-f2-8-lens-why-every-photographer-wants-one\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">70-200 F2.8L lens<\/a>, and to bring in the majestic vista of the reservoir under the hues of the setting sun, the Sigma 20mm F1.8mm lens was perfect.<\/li>\n<li>As the sun took its own time to set, my three AD200 flashes, strategically positioned on stands, ensured that every click had the desired <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mcfade.co.uk\/blog\/smartphone-photography-tips-for-beginners\/%20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Smartphone Photography Tips For Beginners\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"157859\">balance<\/a> of shadow and light. The back lights take care of sequins and hair &#8211; the front creates dramatic lighting across Sharon&#8217;s face.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><strong>The Shoot<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Our journey began at 8:30 PM.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-14535\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mcfade.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/0133-Sharon-Stacey-Sequin-Shoot-2023_07_19-by-McFade.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1000\" height=\"629\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mcfade.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/0133-Sharon-Stacey-Sequin-Shoot-2023_07_19-by-McFade.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.mcfade.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/0133-Sharon-Stacey-Sequin-Shoot-2023_07_19-by-McFade-300x189.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.mcfade.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/0133-Sharon-Stacey-Sequin-Shoot-2023_07_19-by-McFade-79x50.jpg 79w, https:\/\/www.mcfade.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/0133-Sharon-Stacey-Sequin-Shoot-2023_07_19-by-McFade-650x409.jpg 650w, https:\/\/www.mcfade.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/0133-Sharon-Stacey-Sequin-Shoot-2023_07_19-by-McFade-50x31.jpg 50w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The initial shots were taken to set the tone, with Sharon easing into her element, embracing both her role as a singer and as the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mcfade.co.uk\/blog\/dehancer-review-transforming-digital-photos-with-authentic-film-emulation\/\" title=\"Dehancer Review: Transforming Digital Photos with Authentic Film Emulation\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"64\">muse<\/a> for the evening. As minutes turned to moments and the sun began its descent, the reservoir reflected colours that words might fail to describe. We experimented with a range of shots &#8211; close-ups capturing the depth of Sharon&#8217;s emotions and wider frames that showcased the expanse of Winscar, with its mirror-like water and intriguing stone terrain.<\/p>\n<p>What stood out were the wide-angle shots where the world seemed to pause &#8211; Sharon, with her notes, the tranquil water, and the horizon that was painted with strokes of orange, pink, and purple.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>The Photos<\/strong><\/h2>\nngg_shortcode_0_placeholder\n<h2><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>To dive deeper into Sharon&#8217;s world of music and witness her versatility as a voice coach, performer, and musical director, do visit her website <a href=\"http:\/\/www.sharonstaceymusic.com\/\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\">www.sharonstaceymusic.com<\/a>. To catch glimpses of her performances and updates, follow her on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/sharonstaceymusic\/\">LINKED IN<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/sharonstaceymusic\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\">Facebook<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>There&#8217;s an undeniable magic that happens when the universe conspires to bring together elements of raw nature, an artist&#8217;s passion, and the fleeting beauty of a setting sun. On the 19th of July, 2023, I had the pleasure of photographing the incredibly talented Sharon Stacey, as she serenaded the setting sun at Winscar Reservoir. 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