The Work of Kyle Emmerson

Light of Ostara

Ostara, a celebration of renewal. A light to drive the darkness back for another season, and the signal of the oncoming bounty of nature.

Year

2026

Location

West Saanich, BC

Type

Editorial

About the shoot

Concept & Direction

Five women of varying ages gather in a twilight clearing, dressed in layered gothic attire—lace, leather, flowing black skirts, and subtle hints of spring woven into their look. The scene carries a quiet, ritualistic energy as they prepare to celebrate Ostara, standing before a carefully built bonfire awaiting ignition. The fading natural light casts long, soft shadows, emphasizing the contrast between darkness and renewal. Their presence feels both ancient and modern—an intimate coven honoring rebirth, balance, and the turning of the season on the edge of flame.

Selected Images

Camera

Canon EOS Rebel T7

Lighting

Natural/LED

Post-Processing

Lightroom

Format

RAW → PNG

Creative Direction

Posing

LED Lighting

Natural Lighting

Editorial

Lightroom

Colour Grading

Credits

Model

Kyra Shae

Model

Jaycine Cross

Model

Hannah Harrison

Model

Shelene Williams

Model

Sara Gillatly

Makeup Artist

Ollie Henderson

Photography & Direction

Kyle Emmerson

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