Studio Shots from Sunday

Studio Shots from Sunday · 03:21 PM

I haven't posted here in a while, but I took a few photos on Sunday that I'm pretty happy with. My friend wanted some headshots and I had a portraiture assignment in my photo class, so it worked out well.

We rented a local studio and I got to use some nice studio strobes instead of the hotshoe flashes I usually use. I'm pretty pleased with the results. Any advice is appreciated!

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hamidlmt · 12-25-2007, 03:42 PM

The first shot really does it for me... I really enjoy the lighting the model's relaxed, lovely pose.

The third shot is also quite effective, though the strap of her top on the left of the image provides a hint of distraction to a well composed shot.

As for the second shot... well, I generally enjoy to see some catchlights in the eyes. No excuse not to make the eyes stand on when in the studio. Just doesn't work for me.

Overall... nice job!!

SouthShoreRob · 12-25-2007, 07:32 PM

Originally posted by sjl7678

I haven't posted here in a while, but I took a few photos on Sunday that I'm pretty happy with. My friend wanted some headshots and I had a portraiture assignment in my photo class, so it worked out well.

We rented a local studio and I got to use some nice studio strobes instead of the hotshoe flashes I usually use. I'm pretty pleased with the results. Any advice is appreciated!

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Agreed, number one does it for me. The smooth red against her silky white skin and the dark background. Nice work.

roentarre · 12-25-2007, 07:41 PM

Quite a great series here.

The last shot is my favorite

Peter Zack · 12-25-2007, 08:11 PM

the first shot is great but I like the idea behind the 3rd the best. A tighter crop as hamidlmt mentioned would make the shot. Overall excellent work and looks like it was fun and a good experience.

LaRee · 12-25-2007, 09:12 PM

That first portrait is really wonderful. I love the expression on her face and the lighting is great.

**Sailor** · 12-26-2007, 07:23 AM

As others have said, #1 is terrific. However, I'm also taken with number 3 - nice work, indeed.

Jer

sjl7678 · 12-26-2007, 10:09 AM

Thanks everyone! As for the catchlights in the eyes in number two, how would I go about doing that without ruining the nice skunk-lighting in that picture?

Peter Zack · 12-26-2007, 11:28 AM

I haven't tried this myself but maybe a very dim light behind the camera would provide enough for the catchlight in the eyes without filling the shadows in the face. I think this might at least be worth a try.

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12-25-2007, 07:32 PM	#3
SouthShoreRob Guest	Originally posted by sjl7678 I haven't posted here in a while, but I took a few photos on Sunday that I'm pretty happy with. My friend wanted some headshots and I had a portraiture assignment in my photo class, so it worked out well. We rented a local studio and I got to use some nice studio strobes instead of the hotshoe flashes I usually use. I'm pretty pleased with the results. Any advice is appreciated! Anna-7922 on Flickr - Photo Sharing! Agreed, number one does it for me. The smooth red against her silky white skin and the dark background. Nice work. Last edited by SouthShoreRob; 12-25-2007 at 07:56 PM.

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12-25-2007, 03:42 PM	#2
hamidlmt Inactive Account Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Gresham, Oregon USA Posts: 1,217	The first shot really does it for me... I really enjoy the lighting the model's relaxed, lovely pose. The third shot is also quite effective, though the strap of her top on the left of the image provides a hint of distraction to a well composed shot. As for the second shot... well, I generally enjoy to see some catchlights in the eyes. No excuse not to make the eyes stand on when in the studio. Just doesn't work for me. Overall... nice job!!

12-25-2007, 07:41 PM	#4
roentarre Veteran Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Melbourne, Australia Posts: 11,783	Quite a great series here. The last shot is my favorite

12-25-2007, 08:11 PM	#5
Peter Zack Pentaxian Moderator Emeritus Join Date: May 2007 Location: Edmonton Alberta, Canada Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 10,643	the first shot is great but I like the idea behind the 3rd the best. A tighter crop as hamidlmt mentioned would make the shot. Overall excellent work and looks like it was fun and a good experience.

12-25-2007, 09:12 PM	#6
LaRee Veteran Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: San Diego Photos: Gallery Posts: 2,225	That first portrait is really wonderful. I love the expression on her face and the lighting is great.

12-26-2007, 07:23 AM	#7
Sailor Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Coastal Texas Photos: Gallery Posts: 26,203	As others have said, #1 is terrific. However, I'm also taken with number 3 - nice work, indeed. Jer

12-26-2007, 10:09 AM	#8
sjl7678 Forum Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Rochester, NY Posts: 50 Original Poster	Thanks everyone! As for the catchlights in the eyes in number two, how would I go about doing that without ruining the nice skunk-lighting in that picture?

12-26-2007, 11:28 AM	#9
Peter Zack Pentaxian Moderator Emeritus Join Date: May 2007 Location: Edmonton Alberta, Canada Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 10,643	I haven't tried this myself but maybe a very dim light behind the camera would provide enough for the catchlight in the eyes without filling the shadows in the face. I think this might at least be worth a try.