Not just a series of beautiful flowers featuring a scantily clad male, Reduced To Bloom explores the, sometimes ridiculous, aspect to the photography world. 

Why are females posed in uncomfortable and unrealistic positions? Why are females made to wear little to no clothing for 'art'? Who does this art even serve? 

Exploring the world of photography direction and sexuality, Shaina captures male subjects in poses typically associated to female subjects. Somewhat absurd yet still fascinating, Shaina navigates the world of the male gaze through a series of images captured on film and completed with stunning floral installations outside the frame.