Shooting this set of Arknights: Endfield Liino cosplay, the overall atmosphere is very suitable for studio shooting. As soon as the costume arrived, I was immediately attracted by the texture of this glossy material. The blue bustier top paired with a sailor collar design has a very strong visual impact, but special attention needs to be paid during lighting because the glossy reflection is prone to overexposure. We tried a softbox combined with top lighting to capture this tech-style cool-toned reflection.
The wig is light pink-gold, and the hair strands need to be fluffy enough. Together with the small black horns on top of the head, blue-lensed goggles, and elf ear props, the overall styling layers become rich. The elf ears need to fit the facial contours, using skin wax and shadows for transition, otherwise, they tend to look fake. The blue gloves on both hands have a somewhat stiff texture, which can support the hand lines well when clenching fists and posing, matched with the white sleeves printed with "00" on the arms, and the details are very well-done. The small purple crossbody bag at the waist and the purple heart-shaped tail trailing behind add some playful elements to the overall rugged tech-wear feel.
What tests people the most is still this mid-air suspension pose. Although the final photos look full of motion, the core needs to be intensely tightened during shooting: the left foot supports, the right foot kicks high, calf muscles are tense, and the instep must be forcefully straightened at the same time to make the leg lines look smoother. The combination of black over-the-knee socks and a short skirt visually lengthens the leg proportions very well. To maintain balance and capture this exact moment, the photographer's shutter speed was also very fast. In terms of expression management, you shouldn't try too hard; you need to present the character's confident, sharp, and slightly mysterious traits, with your gaze focused on the lens.
The background pixel-style geometric shapes and light spots are post-processing elements I really like. Pink-purple color blocks intersect, paired with dotted light effects, creating a spatial sense combining cyberpunk and pixel games. I didn't use heavy filters to cover up the details of the original photos, but preserved the clothing wrinkles and material textures as much as possible. This appearance, whether in makeup/styling or props, strives to restore the character settings while incorporating practical adjustments suitable for live shooting. Overall, my understanding and expression of this character have deepened another layer.