
The model (Layla) wasn't as comfortable as Dawn was in the previous shoot. She found it very hard to relax and to come across as it being natural. I had picked out a couple of outfits for Layla to wear which I thought appropriate for the shoot and it was immediately obvious which she felt more comfortable in. I first took photos with her wearing a dress and when she changed into what she is wearing above she instantly relaxed and this came across in the photographs.

This next picture I took with the portable lights from college also. I used just one light in front of the model on a high setting. I brought a piece of material which I thought depicted the 50's and kept the hair and make up soft and simple.
On both shoots the models Layla and Dawn were instructed on the set up of the lighting equipment and of all trailing wires as to not cause harm to themselves. On both locations I was restricted to space available to put the lights so everything was in close proximity so movement was very restricted. Care had to be taken when moving around for different shots and angles, and I had to be very aware of the heat that radiated from the lamps as they were at head height, and also whilst dismantling the equipment.
Hi
ReplyDeleteUnit One:
I know that you struggled with the blog system way of working to begin with, but you stuck with it and now happily blog and add value to your work both at college and at home.
You have explored the kit available to you and also what we have here at college. In particular the photography studio which I know you have enjoyed using. You have at all times been very willing to explore and experiment with your camera and the lighting. You have always been able to say why you are using a certain method. You have always been able to research and identify what it is of value that you can draw out and add value to your work.
The criteria you have met in your blog has always been of importance to you and you could see the reasons behind it. My comments throughout your blog will under pin this final assessment of your work.
Steve