Photo Blog 50: Using Props

My dog, in the reflection of a mirror; 1/100, f14, ISO 200

This week, we were challenged to use props in our photos to make cool effects. Ever since watching Everything Everywhere All At Once, I’ve been enthralled with its opening shot, which is directed at a table mirror in order to see the main characters for the first time. I wanted to try to do a similar shot myself for this week’s challenge! I placed a mirror in my backyard to center the image on my dog, even though my camera wasn’t actually being aimed at her. I also really like the contrast between the dark, maroon tiles behind the mirror against the bright blues and greens of the sky.