Cadets Portraits at Thornes Park, Wakefield
A collection of spontaneous outdoor portraits captured at Thorns Park, Wakefield, England — showcasing cadets in natural light and candid moments. These shots highlight genuine expressions, teamwork, and the disciplined yet spirited atmosphere of the cadet experience.
MPCT Cadets
Spent a sunny afternoon at Thorns Park in Wakefield, capturing a few random portraits of the cadets during their training day. The mix of discipline and youthful energy made for some great candid moments — laughter between drills, focused expressions, and a few genuine smiles when they forgot the camera was there.
There’s something special about shooting portraits in a place like Thorns Park — the open space, soft light, and natural surroundings really bring out the authenticity in every shot. Nothing staged, just real moments frozen in time.
Best for a photography portfolio or personal blog. It emphasizes the emotion and the narrative.
Headline: Drills & Delight: Capturing Candid Cadet Moments at Thorns Park
Body: There is a fascinating contrast found in cadet training: the rigid structure of military discipline versus the boundless, uncontainable energy of youth.
I spent a sunny afternoon at Thorns Park in Wakefield, exploring this exact dynamic. My goal wasn’t to capture perfect formation shots, but rather the "in-between" moments during their training day.
"The mix of discipline and youthful energy made for some great candid moments — laughter between drills, focused expressions, and a few genuine smiles when they forgot the camera was there."
There is something incredibly special about shooting environmental portraits in a location like Thorns Park. The open green space and soft, natural light provided the perfect backdrop to bring out the authenticity in every shot.
Nothing staged. No forced poses. just real, raw moments of camaraderie and focus frozen in time.
