Maria Kochetkova: лазер (laser)

Лазер (Laser) is an experimental film starring renowned ballet dancer Maria Kochetkova performing on an illuminated stage of laser light and fog. In this film, Kochetkova navigates a world of floating lasers in a unique improvisation between dancer and environment. The floating beams were made possible by use of Laser banding, an effect where lasers are programmed so a camera only captures part of the light emitted. Laser projectors were arranged overhead to create the maze-like forms that she danced through and interacted with using graceful and powerful movements.