Testing grounds for my "Female Calendar" project.

[Ub3rdoRK]

So one of the girls im working with came over to shoot and started with some basic shots. The first one was kind of a test shot but i really like it. It kind of gives a "behind the scenes" look and feel to it.

I have more "Risque" photos but im afraid to post them here. I dont want to get banned. No nudes but panties and bra.

Anywho. C&C if you would like

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[cameramike]

I like the idea of the first one, like you said behind the scenes but the strong lens flare hurts the shot. Love the second one, one thing to watch when posing (general rule) what ever is closest to the camera will appear the largest, having her lean down and forward hides the assets and puts an emphasis on her knees (although they are nice) and her face. The second one you allow her weight to shift back (good) maybe having just a little bit more light on the left side of her face though so that the shadow doesn't in her eye.

I am interested I'd love to see the rest. What style is the calendar that you are shooting these for?

 

[Ub3rdoRK]

Good feedback. I appreciate it. I didnt even realize the knee part. She wants to do it for her bf for a xmas gift. These were test shots before we get into costume etc for a "themed" calendar.

 

[cameramike]

Well aren't you the lucky one haha. Let her have fun with the poses, step in only when she is doing something you either don't like or doesn't flatter her. Natural always looks best, also watch what you pose her on, personally her sitting on a white sheet with an infinite backdrop is sort of lacking that sensual feel you would get from perhaps a bed or maybe a couch.

 

[Ub3rdoRK]

AHHH a bed...thats a GREAT IDEA! Heres one more...kind of a sample of what im working with. I dont wanna push the NSFW area... so yeah.

I havent spent a lot of time editing, just burning the background a little bit since im shooting on a paper backdrop.

 

[burgo]

I like the pose. Something about the skin tones, it seems all too even which makes it look over photo-shopped. Too "air brushed" for my tastes.

 

[Ub3rdoRK]

I had to smooth her out due to being cold (goose bumps). I think ill lighten up on it if thats the case because i somewhat feel the same way...or maybe it doesnt help being on a black background?

 

[cameramike]

watch your lighting with poses like that, her abdomen looks very flat in reality it is curved even if she isn't toned you don't want to make it look like a outline. Probably not making much sense but try some more dramatic lighting just to see how it works. The more dramatic the more "sexy" the feel as certain areas may not be as visible causing curiosity to take over.

 

[Ub3rdoRK]

man your full of great info. This is why I did this. I need feedback so when I actually get this going its going to be right.

 

[cameramike]

Glad to help, just going off of what I see and how I think it could be better. Don't get me wrong you have an awesome starting point and a great model to work with.

 

[Ub3rdoRK]

I appreciate it. Thank you again. It's always good to have another perspective.

 

[Big Mike]

That last shot needs a hair/accent light, like you have in the first couple.

And yes, don't be afraid to use more shadow (more dramatic lighting). There is a theory that if you want to make something more interesting, you light less of it.

They don't allow nudity, but I don't think that anyone will get bent out of shape if you want to post tasteful, non-nude shots for critique.

 

[Ub3rdoRK]

Good to know. I'll have updates soon!

 

[Ub3rdoRK]

A couple new photos....

now keep in mind these are just test shots til we get down to the themes

 

[peteredwards]

Wow so hot and sexy love the shots..