I think fencers create fantastic shapes when they execute their moves, almost like ballet dancers. Their tight fitting white outfits give them a sleek outline and their opaque face masks stop you seeing their faces and consequently any expressions. They seem almost alien to me, devoid of emotion, executing moves with a weapon so far removed from modern life.
They fascinate me and it's a subject I've wanted to photograph for years. These shoots with the Sheffield Buccaneers & the Nottingham Cavaliers were designed to capture some of the iconic poses I've admired for so long.
A few images below & the shoot video.
Members of the Sheffield Buccaneers