Above are the original raw untouched images. I have sent the edited versions in my pdf submission file.
For the black and white images I new what I wanted to do. I had a specific thing in mind as I had seen a lot of black and white images I liked before. I wanted something quite dark and moody but I wanted my model be quite highlighted in the images but with shadows to get a great amount of dimension in the face.
I had asked Annie to model for me again as we had had such success with the first shoot. I wanted her to look quite natural but to keep the focus on her eyes. This time Annie did her own makeup as I had seen the makeup she had worn in the day and felt it was perfect for the shoot. She did a winged eyeliner look with a semi-dark lip. The lip however didn't look right with this shoot so Annie suggested putting on a nude lipstick shade. It totally worked and totally softened the whole look creating quite a doe eye look and when we got the set up right it created such a beautiful outcome. I did however notice that when we started shooting in black and white Annie's makeup wouldn't come through. I really needed to contour Annie for her to look like herself and bring the dimension back to her face.
Set up:
I wanted there to be quite a contrast between both shoots so I set up the lighting using a beauty box and a black and white background. We tested this out though and it didn't suit Annie's colouring and wasn't flattering for her at all. We tested out some different settings but this set up just wouldn't work so I had to think on my feet. I didn't want Annie to feel disheartened or lose momentum because I feel that if the model doesn't feel good in the images they wont be able to give their best to the shoot. I thought about going back to the beauty dish set up we did for the last shoot. So we set this up and luckily had the use of the cove which was great for lighting. I wanted a slight change for this one though so instead of being behind the big white reflective boards I came in a little closer. This evened out the lighting and created the most beautiful effect. It created a real vintage look. I decide not to use a stand and to just create the right composition free hand. I like this as it gave me a lot more control and allowed me to move around Annie freely creating different angles and creating a more intimate portrait.
I have slightly edited the Images to lighten the contrast and sharpen them as they were a little dark. I do love the original lighting outcome but I feel that for the sake of this project I needed to edit them slightly so that you can see my skills as a photographer. I have also edited Annie's blemishes.
I'm really happy with the final 3. I feel that even though the set up is really similar to the first by me moving around this totally changed the lighting and end result. As my first idea for this shoot didnt work I really wanted an old Hollywood style shoot for my second idea. I really feel that I have created something special with the help of Annie again and even though there were challenges I was proud of both me and Annie for persevering with the shoot. By pushing through the wall we created something really beautiful. Again these mistakes and challenges have given me more knowledge that I can take with me. I actually enjoy making mistakes now which I never thought I would say. I have learned so much from both of these shoots and have faced different challenges with each of them.
I think the only way to improve with photography is to educate yourself by practicing and doing it over and over. I still really enjoy photography and I think if I keep practicing and work on my Photoshopping skills and computer editing skill I could be really successful at this.
Set up:
- I used the cove for the backdrop of this shoot.
- I set up 2 large foam reflective boards between the camera and Annie.
- I had 2 lights facing the boards
- I had the camera setup. raw image, 1/160, manual with the SD card clicked in.
- Sync cable connected the (through the hot shoe adapter) camera to one of the lights. and another cable connected the camera to the computer
- Turn both lights on and one cell switch on one of the lights.
- Turn on the computer after plugging it in and sign into a new session on capture 1.
- make sure everything is safe.
- make sure the model is comfortable and warm.
I wanted there to be quite a contrast between both shoots so I set up the lighting using a beauty box and a black and white background. We tested this out though and it didn't suit Annie's colouring and wasn't flattering for her at all. We tested out some different settings but this set up just wouldn't work so I had to think on my feet. I didn't want Annie to feel disheartened or lose momentum because I feel that if the model doesn't feel good in the images they wont be able to give their best to the shoot. I thought about going back to the beauty dish set up we did for the last shoot. So we set this up and luckily had the use of the cove which was great for lighting. I wanted a slight change for this one though so instead of being behind the big white reflective boards I came in a little closer. This evened out the lighting and created the most beautiful effect. It created a real vintage look. I decide not to use a stand and to just create the right composition free hand. I like this as it gave me a lot more control and allowed me to move around Annie freely creating different angles and creating a more intimate portrait.
I have slightly edited the Images to lighten the contrast and sharpen them as they were a little dark. I do love the original lighting outcome but I feel that for the sake of this project I needed to edit them slightly so that you can see my skills as a photographer. I have also edited Annie's blemishes.
I'm really happy with the final 3. I feel that even though the set up is really similar to the first by me moving around this totally changed the lighting and end result. As my first idea for this shoot didnt work I really wanted an old Hollywood style shoot for my second idea. I really feel that I have created something special with the help of Annie again and even though there were challenges I was proud of both me and Annie for persevering with the shoot. By pushing through the wall we created something really beautiful. Again these mistakes and challenges have given me more knowledge that I can take with me. I actually enjoy making mistakes now which I never thought I would say. I have learned so much from both of these shoots and have faced different challenges with each of them.
I think the only way to improve with photography is to educate yourself by practicing and doing it over and over. I still really enjoy photography and I think if I keep practicing and work on my Photoshopping skills and computer editing skill I could be really successful at this.
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