Posts Tagged ‘models’
Cleo and Kristy photoshoot
I had the pleasure of working with two very flexible models recently who had a very refreshing and clear idea of some of the shots they wanted to try. It’s always great to work with people with vision and makes for an interesting shoot.
Blown Away – Matt Preston
Far Flung – Matt Preston
It was great to finally do a real Aussie beach photoshoot too! The weather was, as you can see, pretty damn sunny! The occasional cloud would have been nice as there’s a fair few strong shadows but picking the right angles, fill in flash and occasionally using the shadows to add depth and texture means there’s never a bad time to do an on location photoshoot.
Lean – Matt Preston
On the Beach – Matt Preston
Eye On You – Matt Preston
Eyes – Matt Preston
Crawling – Matt Preston
It was also interesting doing part of the photoshoot in a cemetary. While i’ve taken photos in such a location before I’ve never worked with models there and I’ve certainly never attempted the kind of shots we did. I’m really pleased with them and as ever it was new and challenging locations. I really enjoy on-location model shoots. They’re a great experience, a great challenge and produce some compelling results.
A huge thank you to Cleo and Kristy for their hard work!
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Group photoshoot in Singapore
There’s nothing quite like jumping in the deep end and getting stuck in to something new! Just a few days after arriving in Singapore for the start of our Big Adventure I’d arranged a photoshoot with a group of local models and make-up artists.
As with all free shoots (also known as TFP or TFCD) it’s hit and miss as to whether all or even any of the models will show up. With this in mind I invited as many as i could, trying to keep the numbers even. As expected some never showed but thankfully after waiting 40 minutes or so we finally tracked down 4 models and 3 makeup artists with a 4th model joining us later.
We found sanctuary in a well air conditioned shopping mall in Chinatown where the makeup artists set to work. The theme was along the lines of “Urban Playground” so we were going for bright, vibrant, bold and quirky in every sense. I wanted the models to get some interesting shots for their portfolios and wanted the makeup artists to really get creative. This also means taking more time so we didn’t get to shoot for over 90 minutes until the models looked the part. Even the male model had loads of makeup!
I think you’ll agree all their hard work was worth it though and it was great fun walking the baking hot streets of Singapore finding interesting locations. It was a real challenge for all concerned not only makeup and finding places to shoot but also working together with such a large number of models. Knowing who to pair with who, how to direct them. All a great challenge that was new to me.
On-location shoots are always a dive into the unknown, especially if you don’t have any specific locations in mind. It’s exciting and always produces results you never expect.
I’m really pleased with the photoshoot, some real gems were created and once again the number of usable shots exceeded my expectations.
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A taste of summer
For a brief moment in England it felt like an endless summer. 5 days of clear blue skies and baking hot temperatures enough to turn any pale skin a crispy red.. Mine included.
So a great chance to meet up with some fantastic models and do a shoot or 3 in London’s Hyde Park. Part of an “environmental awareness” project.
The theme itself was very broad and to be honest it wasn’t something i found worked well, especially in a very busy hyde park with little props other than trees and tall untamed grass.
Never the less I am very pleased with the shots. Some compelling images of lazy summer’s days and some interesting angles.
As ever your thoughts and comments are very welcome.