[Megumi Kato Cosplay] A Fairytale Moment in the Endless Summer Hydrangea Sea

This finished Megumi Kato Cosplay shoot was set in the early summer Endless Summer hydrangea sea, where the white hydrangeas were in full bloom, their cascading flower clusters creating a soft, dreamy feel. For the outfit, I chose the classic red cardigan over a white top paired with a beret, along with a bow tie and white over-the-knee socks. This look is highly iconic in the original work Saekano: How to Raise a Boring Girlfriend. The red and white color-blocking is very eye-catching amidst the green bushes, preserving the character's schoolgirl vibe while adding a touch of fairytale lightness. During the shoot, I specially tracked down a pink telephone booth as a supporting prop, which beautifully echoed the colors of the white flowers and the red jacket, adding a touch of narrative to the frame.

The lighting used was natural light from around 3 to 4 PM. The簡 backlight striking the petals filtered through as soft light, and a reflector was used from the front to ensure facial dimension, resulting in very clear skin tones and catchlights in the eyes. For poses, I tried making a heart shape, gently touching the flower branches, and leaning sideways against the telephone booth, hoping to display Megumi Kato's casual yet slightly playful aura. When planning this set initially, I wanted to emphasize the feeling of a 'secret base in a sea of flowers.' Therefore, the post-processing mainly adjusted the tones, slightly lowering the saturation of the greens to highlight the contrast between white and red, following an overall fresh and translucent Anime-style photography style. Weather is truly crucial for outdoor shoots; that day happened to be clear and windless, and the flowers were in pristine condition, which is why we achieved such a satisfying result. Every time I cosplay Megumi Kato, I gain different insights. This time, I focused more on catching her natural, relaxed side, hoping to convey that cozy sense of proximity, as if she is 'right by your side.'