Russian Photographer Takes Explosive Dance Portraits That Will Take Your Breath Away

Moscow-based Alexander Yakovlev is a graduate from the faculty of law at the Russian State University For the Humanities.

But, looking at his photos, it’s clear that Yakovlev’s talents extend far beyond the courtroom.

A studio-dance photographer among other things, Yakovlev perfectly captures the art and beauty of movement in each frame.

Yakovlev’s photography spans a wide spectrum of dance styles, from ballet to break-dancing.

In his portraits, each sinewy muscle and every strand of hair seemingly serve a specific purpose.

In one of his many photo series, Yakovlev makes his images come alive by introducing flour as a dynamic element.

The effect is nothing short of breathtaking — clouds of flour perfectly emphasize the power of a body in motion.

You can check out more of this artist’s work on his FacebookInstagram, and 500px pages.