[Rei Ayanami cosplay] Neon Genesis Evangelion cool-toned infirmary visual record

The overall visual planning for this set of photos took quite a long time to conceive, with the core being to restore the cold, inorganic yet slightly fragile atmosphere of Rei Ayanami from Neon Genesis Evangelion. From the final presentation, the cool-blue infirmary scene paired with white gauze, bandages, and wings indeed achieved the expected effect.

In terms of styling, white cross-strapped clothing was chosen this time. To fit the character's temperament, the wig was trimmed to face-length and smoothed out, and the blue-grey color looked particularly translucent under cold light. In terms of makeup, color was weakened, and the focus was placed on translucent base makeup and eye contour shaping, with a slightly reddish eye color chosen to increase visual contrast. Wrapping bandages on the arms and legs was also meticulous work—it needed to look natural without being too loose to affect movement, and it was adjusted back and forth several times.

The shooting location was chosen in a real-scene studio arranged as an infirmary. Instruments on the left, an IV stand on the right, as well as a hospital bed and transparent plastic sheets all over the ground, gave these props plenty of room for play. Lighting was the soul of this shoot; the photographer extensively used cyan-blue cool light, hitting from behind or the upper side. In picture two, I am sitting on the bed hugging my knees, and that curled-up posture combined with bandages presents a sense of fragility. The backlight silhouette in picture one is another attempt: standing behind semi-translucent gauze, with the left hand against the gauze surface, using backlight to outline the body contour, the haziness brought by the light-transmitting material greatly enhanced the dramatic feel of the frame. In picture three, I wrapped myself directly into stacked plastic film; the reflection and wrinkles of this material formed an abstract picture, bringing a metaphor of being bound and isolated.

During the actual shooting process, the use of plastic film and gauze tested coordination greatly. Plastic film is very stuffy, requiring frequent ventilation after staying inside for a long time, and the range of motion is also limited. It was necessary to find an angle where the light could just penetrate and faintly reveal the body lines. To capture the ideal see-through feel, we tried many different folding methods and lighting angles, and some outtakes actually had a great vibe as well. The photographer was very professional in capturing light and shadow and guiding actions, capturing the desired frame precisely with every shutter. The equipment and space provided by the venue also gave great creative freedom, and the blue curtains and tarp maxed out the atmosphere.

This set of photos blends sci-fi, medical, and a little bit of angel elements, putting a lot of effort into the selection of props and materials. From the position of the bandages to the texture of the plastic film, every detail serves the overall cool-toned aesthetics. Hopefully, this non-conventional visual style can bring everyone some freshness, and also record this shooting experience of having a great time playing with light, shadow, and materials.