New Beauty Images From a Recent Makeup Test
3 new images from a recent makeup and hair test shoot. Model: Gretchen Funk –Manheim, PA Makeup: Carmina Christina – Harrisburg, PA Hair: Nicole Raptapolus – Harrisburg, PA «« Click images to enlarge »» Clam shell Lighting - AlienBee 22" Beauty Dish on Top and AlienBee Ring Flash under a Photoflex Diffuser on the bottom. The hair is backlit with an AlienBee B400 and turquoise gel and the black background also has an AlienBee B800 with a turquoise gel aimed at it. «« Click images to enlarge »» Backlit - Photogenic 1250DR and white walls. Exposed for the face and the background was allowed ...
Who says white has to be boring?
I admit that at some point in the late 1980's I swore that I would never shoot a model on a white background again. My reason... it was boring! Modeling portfolios had become a boilerplate template of standard poses on plain white backdrops and the images were nothing more than PG versions of cheesy glamour poses with the model smiling at the camera. [caption id="attachment_492" align="alignleft" width="197" caption="The image that started it all..."][/caption] Don't get me wrong - there is a very good reason for standardization in modeling portfolios. This is something that is not understood by many ...
One Light Wonders #1
I will admit to being a light monger. I love to play with lights and often use lots of them. Truth is that sometimes less is MUCH better. You know... the "KISS it" plan... "Keep It Simple Stupid." This post will be the first in a series of One Light Wonders posts that will deal with making creative images using only one light and occasionally a reflector for a little light modification. As always - I will post diagrams and equipment descriptions. This One Light Wonder pair is from a recent shoot with a new model, Inna, from NYC. Hair, Makeup ...
New Model Megan – Portfolio Shoot and Video
The models name: Megan Fleming Megan is a 5'5' adorable 20 year old brunette from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania who works as a hair stylist. Megan is just beginning her modeling career and came to me to get her started. What you are seeing here is the result of about three weeks worth of planning. Several face-to-face meetings, two - two hour practice sessions, and three full days (8 hours each) of shooting in early December. Her goal: To get signed by as many agencies as possible in the Philadelphia market and work part-time as a model. In addition to being beautiful and in great ...
How many frames does it take to get a great flawed expression?
I am a very heavy shooter. In a full day modeling portfolio shoot, I will shoot 10 - 12 outfits and average anywhere between 1,500 and 2,000 frames. I have had two separate experiences recently where I found myself in a discussion of how many frames it takes to get a great shot. The first situation was with my young assistant who is trying to perfect her craft. I assisted her with a modeling shoot and watched as she fired frame after frame while keeping my studio strobes working with little time to recycle. I began to realize ...
Shooting fitness images for a modeling portfolio
Nothing burns me more than opening up a portfolio and seeing a shot of a pretty girl holding a tennis racket rested on her shoulder and she is looking at the camera and smiling from ear to ear. Or the volleyball pictures where the girl is just holding the ball under her arm while she stands with a cute - non-athletic posture and smiles at the camera. How about the girl who is actually a few pounds overweight and has clearly not been to the gym in a while, posing with weights? How often do we see images like this in advertising? ...
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New Video for Meeting of the Masters June 3rd – 5th
3 Days – 6 Master Fashion and Glamour Photographers. All in the same location and all willing and ready to share the secrets of how and why they do what they do. Learn from them – shoot with them. Lectures, Shoots, Models and much more. You don’t want to miss this video….. I have been honored with an invitation from Denver, Colorado... [Read more...]
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New Model Megan – Portfolio Shoot and Video
The models name: Megan Fleming Megan is a 5′5′ adorable 20 year old brunette from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania who works as a hair stylist. Megan is just beginning her modeling career and came to me to get her started. What you are seeing here is the result of about three weeks worth of planning. Several face-to-face meetings, two –... [Read more...]
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One Light Wonders #1
I will admit to being a light monger. I love to play with lights and often use...
Who says white has to be boring?
I admit that at some point in the late 1980’s I swore that I would never shoot...
Behind the Scenes at a Makeup Test Shoot
New images from a recent makeup and hair test shoot. Model: Tabitha Rubin –...
New Beauty Images From a Recent Makeup Test
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Happy Accident
If you have ever attended one of my workshops, you know that I preach the concept...
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How many frames does it take to get a great flawed expression?
I am a very heavy shooter. In a full day modeling portfolio shoot, I will shoot...
New Model Megan – Portfolio Shoot and Video
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