Sep
7
High fashion shootout!
Bring in a model that has got fashion sense, lighting, cameras and you’ll get great shots, a group of tired people with newfound experience! Pic was stolen from Jie =P
I was really glad that Rosemary agreed to be our first model for the fashion themed shoot. My my, she came well prepared looking so gorgeous with that new new hairdo! She’s pretty dynamic in her first time as being a model.
The shoot started off slow. I shot first, ill prepared on model directions. So some time was pretty much spent on her staring at me and me staring back. We were expecting each other to lead the other on. That’s no good during a shoot.
Communication is important between the two. And for those who know me I’m the quiet sort. I have taken for granted for things go well in such circumstances. Things should be done with prompt and clear instructions. Encouragements ARE a must. It allows the model to be comfortable and feel good. This induces better results. Things I kept forgetting: One simple equation.
Event + Response = Outcome
If you desire the outcome, make a response to get attain it. Going with the flow doesn’t work.
So the shifu took over for there. I observe and steal the skills Lol! Lighting positions, camera angles, tilt of head and body position of the model. Gotta grab a bit and evolve a new style to it.
Thanks Rosemary, mj, jm for making this shoot possible!
Further improvements
- gotta try the primary light from the posterior diagonal right without diffuser.
- communications skills. Not just during the shoot but everyday life
- setup preparation was slow. Perhaps a place with no external interference. Stationary everything in one place.
- using a homemade softbox
That’s all I can review on the way home. If you more to add, please feel free to comment.
Finally, thanks the iPhone for being such a useful tool for blogging on the go.
