First studio session
Well after placing an ad for models in the local area, I have been receiving alot of replies from aspiring models looking to create / add to their portfolio. For now I have decided to trade off my time for theirs so I can get as much studio experience as possible. For me its the only way to learn.
Last night we had our first model over, she has no experience but really did very well infront of the camera. My goal for the session was to work on a hi key look and get used to different variations of lighting.
I thought an hour session would of been enough..Well it wasnt even close. I had all these ideas to work on different angles, lighting etc..Before I knew it time was up. We had a blast and I have to say that Shannon was real fun to work with. I really felt that her eyes connected with the camera.
Here is one of the photos that I really liked. The lighting setup for this was a 3X4 softbox (Elinchrom strobe) from the camera left, angled 45 degree approx 4 feet from model. On camera right we had reflector approx 5 feet away. Test shots showed there was to much fill if it was any closer.
The floor is a reflective tile board with a 9ft seamless white paper background. I have to say that I have spent the last few months getting this studio built and equipped. So last night was extremely rewarding to be able to put it to use.
Feel free to give me your thoughts and critiques on this one.
Last night we had our first model over, she has no experience but really did very well infront of the camera. My goal for the session was to work on a hi key look and get used to different variations of lighting.
I thought an hour session would of been enough..Well it wasnt even close. I had all these ideas to work on different angles, lighting etc..Before I knew it time was up. We had a blast and I have to say that Shannon was real fun to work with. I really felt that her eyes connected with the camera.
Here is one of the photos that I really liked. The lighting setup for this was a 3X4 softbox (Elinchrom strobe) from the camera left, angled 45 degree approx 4 feet from model. On camera right we had reflector approx 5 feet away. Test shots showed there was to much fill if it was any closer.
The floor is a reflective tile board with a 9ft seamless white paper background. I have to say that I have spent the last few months getting this studio built and equipped. So last night was extremely rewarding to be able to put it to use.
Feel free to give me your thoughts and critiques on this one.
Still searching for the light...
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Nikon D3 and a bunch of nikkor gear
that has added up over the years :wink
http://www.daveclee.com
Nikon D3 and a bunch of nikkor gear
that has added up over the years :wink
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You might already be aware of this but if you aren't, make sure you get each and every model to sign a 'release form' to use the photographs as you wish too.
But first time directing a model and trying to figure out what look best suites the subject. So much to learn on that front.
But it was a blast and Shannon seemed to be at ease very quickly.
The model release is definitely something I was aware of and is part of the intro process before we start shooting.
Cheers
Dave
http://www.daveclee.com
Nikon D3 and a bunch of nikkor gear
that has added up over the years :wink
All kidding aside. Shortly after I'd started studio work back in the early eighties (using the college studio), I knew I wanted to do a high-key shoot with a model. My first model shoot was with Stephanie, but the pictures ended up looking more like portraiture than fashion. Then I met Carla in one of my other classes.
Carla was tall, had straight platinum-blonde hair in a page boy cut, milk-white skin and dark eyes. My thought was that her eyes would make for some awesome contrast in a high-key shot. I asked her to model for me and told her what I had in mind, and that it should take about an hour and a single roll of 24 exposure film.
Then she told me she was a professional model!
She arrived at the studio with several outfits, one of which was perfect for my high-key shot. My "quick shoot" idea was turned on it's ear. There were thirteen complete outfit changes and numerous changes of accessories (hats, jewlery, etc.) and I'd gone through three rolls of 36 exposure black and white film. When it was over, we'd been in the studio for seven hours and I was exhausted!
I was also hooked on fashion photography!
Oh yeah! I also got the shot I was after, and her dark brown eyes really added to it!
Excellent work, Dave! You did very well and chose a great model for your first model shoot.
I look forward to seeing more from you!
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Great story, I could definitely see how one could get hooked shooting this type of photography. My studio is not huge by any means but I now know it will work just fine for what I am looking to do.
My goal for the next few months is to get as many models into the studio as possible. I know this is the only way to get better.
Thanks again for the reply, much appreciated.
Cheers
Dave
http://www.daveclee.com
Nikon D3 and a bunch of nikkor gear
that has added up over the years :wink