Another shot

Jane Bradley · 04-28-2005, 07:56 PM

I photographed this model for two hours the other day. This time I used only one main light source with a reflector to the side.

Michele Rushworth · 04-28-2005, 09:50 PM

Great stuff -- I like the last one best.

Mike McCarty · 04-29-2005, 09:20 AM

Jane,

I think these are really good. It's obvious that you put a lot of thought into your lighting, background and subject pose.

I'm partial to the full figures, the light and shadow patterns are well done and distinct enough to offer variety and interest. I think you could get at least one more good composition out of each of these.

My only complaint with the profiles is that the angle and direction of the light doesn't offer much for the light to grab on to for the creation of shadows. The transitions that are there are more subtle and will require a closer watch.

I would say that any of the above would be fine painting reference.

Michele Rushworth · 04-29-2005, 09:44 AM

Jane, can you tell us where you found the model, the costume and the backdrop?

Jane Bradley · 04-29-2005, 11:10 AM

Thanks Michelle and Mike. Positive approbation from you two means alot. It has been a struggle to get it right, but this time it was a little easier, because the model is a professional (somewhat beginning professional, but she is not new to the camera). I actually got her through One Model place (online) - which someone here mentioned a few weeks ago. The clothing is her own (she was heading off to the Gathering of Nations this weekend in New Mexico) -I was very lucky she had it with her.
I have at least 26 other really good shots from this photo shoot. It was definitely worth hiring a professional model.
Mike, I agree about the lighting on the profiles - I should have moved her around a little so the light and shadow were a little more pronounced (especially in the flat profile).