A space where tradition meets a modern environment, and movement takes on its own character.
The ice arena is a place where the first tentative steps turn into confidence, and every jump begins on a solid foundation. It’s a space where tradition meets a modern environment, and movement takes on its own character.
Anna (@krisjaneanna), a member of the creative ensemble @da_dailrade, shares that the idea was conceived several years ago – a desire to create something unique and unseen, which reflects the distinctive style of the Daiļrade ensemble.
Patrīcija (@patricijazemniece), who has been practicing figure skating since the age of three, found her way into folk dance following an injury. She continues to combine both passions, coaching young figure skaters, leading two folk dance ensembles, and dancing folk dances herself. When planning the photoshoot, it was immediately clear that Patrīcija would wear a traditional folk costume on the ice, giving the photos a warm, folkloric feeling that contrasts with the icy atmosphere.
Patrīcija approached Kurbads Ice Arena, where we were happy to host the creative team – idea originator and ensemble member Anna, Katrīna, model Patrīcija, and photographer Reinholds Švarcs.
Photos by: Reinholds Švarcs
If you have an idea you’d like to bring to life, Kurbads Ice Arena is open for creative events and photoshoots on ice.