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This is a pre-order. This series will be released at the end of February, 2026.
 
Dancing Flowers: A Masterclass with Polina Plotnikova
 
Transform static still life into painterly poetry. Join multi-award-winning photographer Polina Plotnikova for an exclusive and in-depth guide to her signature Dancing Flowers technique.
 
In this premium three-part studio series Polina moves beyond the standard presentation to give you a practical hands-on tutorial. She deconstructs the mystery behind her ethereal images teaching you how to step away from clinical sharpness and embrace the fluidity of painting with your camera.
Filmed in a professional multi-camera studio this masterclass offers unprecedented detail from the physical setup and lighting to the precise hand movements required to make your subject dance.
 
The Series Structure
 
Total Run Time: Approx. 2.5 Hours (Broken into 3 Sessions)
 
Session 1: The Setup and The Stage
The Philosophy: Understanding the Dancing Flowers aesthetic.
The Subject: Why Polina often chooses artificial flowers for this technique (structure and durability).
The Studio: How to create the perfect environment using a black velvet background.
Lighting: Controlling light spill and underexposing to isolate the subject.
 
Session 2: The Dance (Shooting Technique)
Camera Settings: Mastering Shutter Speed and ISO for ICM (Intentional Camera Movement).
The Movements: A close-up look at Polina’s physical technique including swipes, shakes and twists.
Multiple Exposures: How to layer images in-camera for a painterly effect.
Live View Workflow: Watch over Polina's shoulder as she builds an image on the LCD screen.
 
Session 3: Post-Production and Polish
Review: Selecting the keepers from a session.
Editing: Polina’s workflow for enhancing contrast, texture and mood.
Final Touches: How to prepare these dreamlike images for print or display.
 
Why This Series?
High-Definition Studio Quality: Filmed using a 3-camera cinema setup. See the presenter, the technique profile and the camera screen in crystal clear 4K detail.
12-Month Access: Watch the series at your own pace with on-demand access available for one full year.
 
What You Will Need
A camera capable of Multiple Exposure and Manual Mode.
A black background (ideally velvet or non-reflective fabric).
A tripod (optional depending on your specific movement style).
A willingness to experiment!
 
Why Join in with Camversation?
Expert teaching: Benefit from Polina's extensive experience and guidance throughout the series. Community Engagement: Connect with a community of passionate creatives, share your progress, and gain inspiration from others.
Flexible Access: Learn at your own pace with access to recorded sessions. This series will be available to watch for 12 months after release.
 
About Polina Plotnikova
Polina describes herself firmly as a picture maker rather than a picture taker. While she appreciates the documentary approach she is driven by the elusive image in her mind's eye aiming to convey feelings and emotions rather than mere statements of fact.
 
Holding FRPS and EFIAP distinctions Polina has accumulated impressive accolades including eight Gold and Silver Gilt medals at RHS photography competitions. She is a category winner of the Food Photographer of The Year competition has earned various distinctions at the International Garden Photographer of The Year competitions and holds multiple medals from various Photography Salons. She is also a proud member of the Arena Photographers group.
 
A self-described studio photographer Polina constructs her images mentally first visualising composition colour and lighting before picking up the camera. She approaches flower photography much like portraiture attempting to unlock the unique mood and character of each plant. Her goal is to lift a flower from its typical setting and place it into an indeterminate space where its beauty can be seen in its absolute purity.