This set of Tribbie photos shot at Tianfu Red went through quite a few twists and turns from preparation to the final images. I was initially worried that the ambient mall lighting would be too messy, but the cyan-blue lighting in the Gu Lifang area actually enhanced the texture of the predominantly white outfit significantly. However, because the floor was a hard reflective material, the lighting angles needed continuous back-and-forth adjustments to prevent the face and costume from blowing out. Big thanks to photographer CC for the patient guidance.
In terms of character design, this look featuring red hair, elf ears, and a babydoll dress was quite physically demanding to shoot. The star prop in hand was made of soft material and easily deformed when squeezed, so to keep it from looking like a plain yellow lump of dough, I experimented with various gripping angles. Furthermore, the asymmetrical boots in this costume design (one black, the other a white platform) took some getting used to while walking. Especially during kneeling and seated poses, to showcase both the lines of the White stockings and the design details, my leg positioning needed constant adjustments—I even slipped once because the floor was so slick.
Tribbie's character traits lean toward innocence and agility, so in terms of expression control, I toned down the mysterious aura typical of the Chrysos Heirs to present a more natural, child-like innocence and Cute girl demeanor. For instance, holding both hands above the head in a cat-paw gesture, or quietly glowing while cradling the star—these specific movements were harder to pull off than expected. The gaze needed to be appropriately distant to fit the setting, and CC kept guiding my emotions throughout.
There is a line from the post that touched me deeply: "See you tomorrow is the greatest prophecy in the world." My condition on the day of the shoot was quite ordinary, but when the camera froze the frame, that anticipation of reunion genuinely seemed to materialize. Because the costume details were so intricate, the pauldrons and neckline frequently came loose, requiring constant tidying between takes. Fortunately, these details were preserved perfectly in the final shots. All in all, despite the exhausting shooting process, looking back at the photos makes it a deeply meaningful and memorable on-site experience.