The Willow

SAN FRANCISCO, CA

UNITED STATES

Date Completed 2023

Project Type PORTRAIT PHOTOGRAPHY

Collaborators TAYLOR SANFORD (photographer) GABRIELA JOHANNA (model)

Camera Used CANNON RP

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Shot in San Franciscos Mission Bay, 2023, The Willow transforms a quiet moment into a study of light, texture, and form. Golden-hour rays filter through a willow tree, casting a delicate glow that contrasts with the geometric lines and textures of the surrounding cityscape. Balancing serenity with sculptural presence, the project elevates everyday moments into refined, editorial imagery—where nature, architecture, and the subject exist in harmonious dialogue.

Woman in white crop top and denim shorts standing outdoors during sunset, with her eyes closed and hand on her head.
A woman with long brown hair and blue eyes standing outdoors near a tree during sunset, wearing a white sleeveless top, with sunlight backlighting her.
Young woman with long brown hair in a white crop top and blue jeans standing outdoors in an urban park during sunset, with modern buildings and trees in the background.
A young woman with long, wavy red hair leaning on a railing outdoors during sunset, wearing a white tube top and denim shorts.
A woman with auburn hair resting her chin on her arms near a lake with autumn-colored trees in the background.
Young woman leaning on a tree, resting her head on her arms, outdoors.
A young woman with long brown hair and light skin posing outdoors among trees during sunset. She is wearing a white sleeveless top, a delicate necklace, and gold bracelets, with her hand gently touching her chin.
A young woman with long red hair and blue eyes leaning on a railing outdoors during sunset, wearing a white crop top and blue jeans.
A woman with short brown hair wearing a white sleeveless top, standing outdoors with her arms behind her head, during sunset or golden hour, surrounded by greenery.
A woman with red hair stands next to a tree in a park during sunset, wearing a white sleeveless top and green shorts, looking thoughtfully into the distance.
Young woman sitting on grass in a park during sunset, with her eyes closed and arms crossed over her knees.
A young woman with red hair sitting on the grass in a park during sunset, smiling and looking to the side, with trees and a building in the background.
A young woman with long hair in a white sleeveless top and dark pants, standing outdoors during sunset with trees in the background.
A young woman with long reddish-brown hair leaning on a park bench at sunset, looking at the camera.
A young woman with red hair sitting on a wooden bench outdoors during sunset, wearing a white tank top and blue jeans, with trees and buildings in the background.
A woman with long brown hair and a white sleeveless top stands amidst tall green plants, looking to her left with a slight smile, backlit by warm golden sunlight.