Artistic Lavender Fields Photoshoot for a Music Artist in Valensole¶
Photoshoot Planning: Date, Timing and Location¶
This session took place in early July from 20:00 to 21:00. It was a one-hour shoot in Valensole, and we worked across two separate lavender fields within walking distance of each other.
The session was with A, a music artist who wanted a series of images to use for her creative work. These photographs were intended for album artwork, promotional visuals, and general artistic use connected to her music career. The goal was not traditional portraits, but expressive imagery that felt dynamic.
A Concept Focused on Movement¶
From the beginning, A was clear that she did not want a conventional portrait session. She did not want to stand still and look into the camera much. Instead, she wanted movement, emotion, and energy.
This made the session completely different from a typical couple shoot or solo portrait session. She was running almost the entire time. The images reflect that intensity. There is constant motion in her dress, her hair, and the lavender itself. It created a cinematic feel rather than something posed or static.
The movement gave the photographs a sense of freedom and expression that suited her work as an artist. It felt raw, spontaneous, and powerful.
First Field: Direct Sunset and Strong Lines¶
We began in a field located between Lavandes Angelvin and Valensole, one that we often recommend when clients want to experience two distinct backdrops in one session. It is particularly convenient because the second field is just across the road, making transitions seamless.
The first field faces the sunset directly. This means that during golden hour, the light hits the rows head-on, creating strong highlights and dramatic contrast. The lavender rows in this field grow upright with a slightly curled texture that reaches upward.
As A ran through the rows, the long lines of lavender stretching into the distance enhanced the sense of speed and movement. These frames feel powerful and expansive, with the sunset acting almost as a spotlight.
Second Field: Softer Curves and a Different Mood¶
Immediately after, we crossed to the second field. Although it is only a few seconds away on foot, the atmosphere changes completely.
The rows in this field curve downward and sweep gently to the left, creating a softer and more organic composition.
Golden Hour Lighting¶
Instead of facing the sunset directly, the light filters in from the side and later through the trees. The mood shifts from bold and dramatic to layered and textured.
At the back of this field, there are beautiful olive trees and a small stone hut. We moved towards this area as the sun began to lower further. A climbed onto the stone hut for a series of images that feel editorial and strong. The combination of lavender, ancient stone, and olive trees created a timeless Provençal setting.
This view with the olive trees and rows of lavender in the back is one of our favourites in the region.
As the sunset intensified, it filtered through the olive branches rather than hitting directly. This created a diffused, glowing effect through the trees. The result was softer but still dramatic, with light breaking through leaves and framing her movement.
A Shift in Energy and Portrait Moments¶
After nearly an hour of constant running and movement, we slowed the pace slightly when dusk came. At this point, we captured a few frames where she looked towards the camera. The energy was calmer, but still expressive.
These portraits felt intimate and grounded, offering contrast to the earlier high-movement images. The combination of dynamic running shots and quieter portrait moments gave her a varied gallery to use across different artistic contexts.
Ending Among the Olive Trees¶
We concluded the session at the lower part of the second field near the olive trees. By this time, the sun had dipped below the horizon. The sky was softer, and the green tones of the olive leaves became more prominent.
These final images are some of our favourites from the session. Without direct sunlight, the mood shifted again. The setting felt calm, earthy, and refined. The olive trees provided a completely different backdrop from the lavender rows, giving her additional versatility for her artwork.
She wore an all-white outfit, which worked beautifully in both fields. Against the purple lavender and the muted green of the olive trees, the white stood out cleanly and elegantly. It enhanced the sense of movement and gave the images a cohesive, artistic look.
Two Fields, One Cohesive Story¶
What made this session particularly special was the contrast between the two locations within such a short distance. In one hour, we were able to create a diverse visual story: direct sunset drama, sweeping curved rows, stone architecture, olive trees, movement, stillness, and subtle portraits.
For artists seeking imagery that feels alive rather than posed, this type of session works exceptionally well. It allows space for experimentation, emotion, and individuality— all within the iconic landscape of Valensole.