Pictures: @sophie_schippani

The Vienna Ballerina

I discovered ballet long before I ever picked up a camera. As a young hobby dancer, I fell in love with its discipline, elegance, and quiet strength—feelings that have stayed with me ever since.

Today, photography allows me to reconnect with that world from a different perspective. I am fascinated by the grace of movement, the emotion behind every pose, and the unique personalities of the dancers I photograph.

Vienna provides the perfect backdrop for this passion. Its magnificent architecture, historic streets, and timeless atmosphere complement the beauty and refinement of ballet in a way that feels effortless.

My goal is to create images that combine movement, emotion, and the city's character into something both artistic and authentic. Whether captured in front of iconic landmarks or hidden corners of Vienna, every session tells its own story.

For me, ballet photography is more than documenting technique—it's about preserving moments of beauty, dedication, and expression that last long after the final curtain.