My first model shoot

Senor Hound · Aug 28, 2008

I'm not very good at taking photos, but I always have heard if you're going to have two subjects they should be interacting with each other. But of course, if you are doing this sort of work, you know that very well, and are going for something different. In that case, I really can't comment.

Your models are... adequate :lovey:

to say the least. But I'm noticing their face is a lot lighter than their body... Other than that, I really think you did an awesome job!

BTW, can I have the second girl's number?

JK

bigalbest · Aug 28, 2008

kostasfmx said:
way to go!!!! i love your work mr.bigalbest!!!!!

Thank you for the kind words.

Senor Hound said:
I'm not very good at taking photos, but I always have heard if you're going to have two subjects they should be interacting with each other. But of course, if you are doing this sort of work, you know that very well, and are going for something different. In that case, I really can't comment.

Your models are... adequate to say the least. But I'm noticing their face is a lot lighter than their body... Other than that, I really think you did an awesome job!

BTW, can I have the second girl's number? JK

I really was not digging her make-up at all, and next time will try to get a make-up artist/stylist to help with these issues. The girls were even more attractive in person and only long experience kept me from acting like a total dork around them.

391615 · Aug 30, 2008

For me I think its the same as the previous posters, I think she's in an awkward position too. I recently sent in a print for critique and it got hacked to bits, because of skin folds, and was told If I sent that to the girl she would spit. Portraits are a huge challenge imo. But hey at the end of the day, I've seen dozens of fashion magazines with photographs I absolutely hated, everyone has different tastes.

kellylindseyphotography · Aug 30, 2008

I can only imagine how freaking awesome these pictures would have been if not for that large ugly car in the back and some models that posed well. Part of this is your fault, part theirs. In the first shot, her face is completely blank.. like no emotion or interest or connection. The flly away hair and the arm positon as well as the cut off vehicle all make no sense together, along with the empty expression on her face.

The lighting and equiptment is there, it just looks like it wasn't used to the best of its abilities.

In the second shot, that girls face looks like it was superimposed on that body. How is her skin tone so dark yet her face soo white? It doesn't look right or natural. Again with the part of a car in the background... just doesn't connect well.

Also I'd advise against the stripper/porn shoes next time. Unless your shooting for a porn magazine or something. Otherwise go for classier high heels.. goes a long way :0

rob91 · Aug 30, 2008

I wouldn't call these commercially viable but I kind of dig the distance between the models and the car. They seem a bit disjunct, the first picture especially, which makes them interesting, although it may not have been what you were aiming for.

bigalbest · Sep 4, 2008

While the comments on these photos have been critical for the most part, this is my most viewed post on TPF. Also the most viewed in my flickr account. Personally I think it's pathetic that most photos won't get viewed unless they have a pretty girl in them, but that won't stop me from exploiting that fact. I learned a few valuable lessons from this shoot:
1) Light spill must be controlled to reduce image noise.
2) When working with models make up artist and stylist are a must.
3) Space is important and lens choice can really make the difference.
That's not all I learned but definitely the most important points.

I'm interviewing at a new studio today, wish me luck.

RMThompson · Sep 4, 2008

Interestingly enough, your last picture you posted was the one that worked the best.

I've found that with professional models a makeup/hair stylist is not required, but for newer models, it can be a BIG help.

Brian Austin · Sep 10, 2008

bigalbest said:
While the comments on these photos have been critical for the most part, this is my most viewed post on TPF. Also the most viewed in my flickr account. Personally I think it's pathetic that most photos won't get viewed unless they have a pretty girl in them, but that won't stop me from exploiting that fact. I learned a few valuable lessons from this shoot:
1) Light spill must be controlled to reduce image noise.
2) When working with models make up artist and stylist are a must.
3) Space is important and lens choice can really make the difference.
That's not all I learned but definitely the most important points.

I'm interviewing at a new studio today, wish me luck.

Cute chick photos always get a lot of hits. BTDT.

Add another one to your list:

4) More lights does not necessarily equal better lighting.

If you get the gig at the studio, you'll realize that after playing assistant a few times. Start simple. You've got way too much going on here and none of it is really working.

bigalbest · Sep 11, 2008

Brian Austin said:
Cute chick photos always get a lot of hits. BTDT.

Add another one to your list:

4) More lights does not necessarily equal better lighting.

If you get the gig at the studio, you'll realize that after playing assistant a few times. Start simple. You've got way too much going on here and none of it is really working.

What would you have done differently? Please be specific, because your comment seems very un-constructive. :thumbdown: