This sequence of images was set up on a static tripod to achieve the effect that the viewer is sitting in place with the character, with different passers-by in each frame. The effect is that time passes by while nothing changes for the mannequin, still no one stops for him. A slower shutter speed was used for reasons two-fold: Gives the illusion (blurred figures) of time passing by, and it was necessary for exposure.
The dimly lit walkway sets the saddening scene, with street lights highlighting our character.
I was wanting to add in a frame using a bus-stop, with the advertisement lightbox to light up the mannequin, however it proved unsuccessful. The light draws way too much attention to the advertisement and not enough to the mannequin, so our focus is lost.
This was another unplanned shot, but I stumbled across the idea when walking past this phone box. The mannequin is too short to call for anyone, so its attempts are futile and our sympathies grow for this character. The lighting also suits it well, again with contrasting shadows and moody street lighting.
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