What NOT to Do on a Photo Shoot (D120)
You’re all set up for a photo shoot. Maybe it’s one of your first, you’re doing it for free to get practice or build your portfolio. Or perhaps it’s a client that booked you after seeing your images on Facebook or your blog. You’re excited. You’ve looked at images for inspiration. You connected with your client online or via phone to make sure you understand what they’re looking for. Your gear is packed. You... [Read More...]
D96: Love Letters
I’ve moved more times than I can remember in my life…over 30 at least. Part of the result of all that moving is a subtle restlessness that requires change. I always get the itch to change things at about a year. And it’s been almost a year since our family moved to the South. So that’s what I did this week. One of the wonderful results of rearranging is stumbling upon things that were forgotten or lost. This time I discovered a... [Read More...]
D80: What Direction Are You Going?
Do you see what I saw in these shoes? I know they’re the same ones I photographed yesterday but when I stumbled across them in the middle of the floor, I stopped. Then I noticed something. Do you see it? The title may have given it away, but they are headed in opposite directions. In fact, I found them lying on the floor just as they are photographed here. I thought it was an apt representation of how I’ve been feeling, a sense of being... [Read More...]
D79: Infuse Color In Your Photos
Today I stumbled upon some amazing images by professional photographers online and in the latest edition of Rangefinder magazine. One thing that struck me was the vibrant color I saw in so many images. I decided to use that vivid color to influence my photo of choice today. Today’s image was shot in front of a white seamless backdrop. You can get the same setup for a reasonable price by checking out Zack Arias’ tutorial on White Seamless.... [Read More...]
