I captured a series of Tanoura dance images in a conceptual studio setting. From thousands of frames and variations, I selected this sequence as my primary set (Original 1). The idea of presenting it as a triptych was inspired by works I saw from the Hasselblad Masters 2026 collection, where storytelling through multiple panels felt especially powerful. As usual, I did all my basic process including noise removal and pixel quality improvement with Topaz AI plug-in in LR. Apply simple composite with refine edge and smooth transition using Luminosity Mask plug-in in PS.
In this triptych, I aimed to show three different expressions of motion: the dynamic energy and light trails, the elegance and symmetry of the form, and the rhythm of continuous movement. I also imagine this artwork displayed as a triptych would suit a romantic Mediterranean living room bringing warmth, movement, and a touch of cultural vibrancy into the space (main picture).
I’d really appreciate your comments, thoughts and suggestions on how to further refine the triptych itself (Original 2) especially in terms of visual balance, sequencing, and overall cohesion.
5 comments posted
Sylvia Williams
Frans,
Your triptych is gorgeous! I see the energy, love the light trails and the motion/rhythm of the dancers.
My only concern is that without your explanation, I see a photo of a living room with beautiful art.
I like the order of you images in the triptych. For me, the only thing that might be improved is having their feet on the same plane. Posted: 04/01/2026 22:32:27
Angela Bonner
What a beautiful triptych!! I like the way you have displayed it onto a wall and it looks very effective. I do feel though that the triptych is good enough to be displayed by itself without being in a lounge setting!! The feet of the middle figure seem a bit lost so perhaps lighten the area a tad?
Well done. Posted: 04/02/2026 14:15:07
Jan Handman
This is a wonderful triptych Frans. You did a great job of photographing the dancers. I like the center one being in focus so the viewer can tell what we're looking at in the other two. The bright colors and movement are fabulous. I agree with Sylvia and Angela regarding the feet; they should all be on the same plane and the center one needs a spotlight on the feet like the other two. The living room setting is very cozy and warm, but I feel like it distracts from all the work you did on your triptych. As a photographic project, I think the emphasis should be on the beautiful cultural story of the dancers. Posted: 04/04/2026 20:07:01
Bob Wills
Hi Frans, Must be a "guy thing" but I love this image. It is an extremely warm and inviting scene. The symmetry is perfect, the lighting, except the one dancer, as already mentioned, is terrific. The triptych isn't even the focus of my eye, but I think the sequence looks proper to me. I'd hang this living room in my living room, and wish it was my living room. Outstanding work. Posted: 04/12/2026 19:26:35
Steve Wessing
This is some of your best work. Putting the triptych into a still life is a great idea! Your composition is intensely interesting, and the colors really pop. Posted: 04/13/2026 07:50:29
